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The Main Thing: Priorities, Lesson 6
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The Main Thing: Priorities, Lesson 6

Do you love me? Learn the life-changing lesson Jesus taught Peter after he answered yes to this question. Learn how to make the main thing the main thing in lesson 6 in the Priorities Series by Steve Childers.

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Product vs. Process Living: Priorities, Lesson 5
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Personal Development, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Product vs. Process, Spiritual Joy, Alexander the Great, Elizabeth Elliot Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Personal Development, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Product vs. Process, Spiritual Joy, Alexander the Great, Elizabeth Elliot

Product vs. Process Living: Priorities, Lesson 5

Discover how lasting joy in life and ministry comes when you learn how to find joy in the process, not just the product. Learn how to apply Elizabeth Elliott's challenge, "Don't let your living for tomorrow slay your living for today." in this series by Steve Childers.

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Pursuing the Kingdom vs. the King: Priorities, Lesson 4
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Personal Development, Church Leadership, Biblical Teachings, Kingdom vs. King, Intimacy with God, Servanthood, Friendship with Jesus, Humility, Ministry Transformation, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Formation Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Personal Development, Church Leadership, Biblical Teachings, Kingdom vs. King, Intimacy with God, Servanthood, Friendship with Jesus, Humility, Ministry Transformation, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Formation

Pursuing the Kingdom vs. the King: Priorities, Lesson 4

WARNING: You can pursue the Kingdom and not the King! Join us as we explore the profound difference between serving God as a faithful servant and a beloved child–in Lesson 4 of the Priorities Series by Steve Childers.

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Goals vs. Desires: Priorities, Lesson 3
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Goals vs. Desires: Priorities, Lesson 3

Feeling overwhelmed in ministry? Discover the freedom and peace that comes by applying Jesus’ teaching on anxiety in the Sermon on the Mount. Learn how to work toward your goals and pray for your desires in this series by Steve Childers.

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Your Time vs. Your Priorities: Priorities, Lesson 2
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, urgency vs. importance, spiritual development, time management, life management, spiritual rest, sabbath rhythm Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, urgency vs. importance, spiritual development, time management, life management, spiritual rest, sabbath rhythm

Your Time vs. Your Priorities: Priorities, Lesson 2

Break free from the frantic pace of life and ministry by learning how to prioritize what truly matters. Discover how to break free from the tyranny of the urgent in this new series by Steve Childers.

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Ministry Success: Priorities, Lesson 1
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Ministry Success, Private lives of church leaders, Quantitative vs. qualitative success, Faithfulness to God, Persecution and trials in ministry Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Planting, Steve Childers, Priorities, Ministry Success, Private lives of church leaders, Quantitative vs. qualitative success, Faithfulness to God, Persecution and trials in ministry

Ministry Success: Priorities, Lesson 1

Learn how true success is not found in what you do for Christ, but who you are in him. Discover the secret to fulfilling ministry by redefining success in the first lesson in this new series by Steve Childers.

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Help Serve the Persecuted, Underground Church in Iran!
Pathway Learning, Persecution, Missions, Church Planting, Anooshavan Avedian, Iran Partnership, Iran Pathway Learning, Persecution, Missions, Church Planting, Anooshavan Avedian, Iran Partnership, Iran

Help Serve the Persecuted, Underground Church in Iran!

Today, the Middle East is undergoing significant upheaval—politically, socially, culturally, and religiously. History teaches us that such times often give rise to movements that shape the future for better or worse. At the center of this turmoil is Iran, presenting us with a vital opportunity to act now—to pray for and support the persecuted underground church in Iran.

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Join Us in Serving the Underground Church in China!
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Join Us in Serving the Underground Church in China!

Meet one of Pathway Learning’s key partners in the underground church in China, imprisoned pastor Wang Yi. Learn how to make a difference in China by joining our strategic global partnership.

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Leadership in Community: Groups Part 6
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Leadership in Community: Groups Part 6

Learn 3 Ways to Build Strong Group Leaders: Qualifications, Structure, and Training. Discover how to develop a group leadership pipeline in your church that fosters a culture of leadership excellence.

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Commitments in Community: Groups Part 5
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Commitments in Community: Groups Part 5

Unlock the power of healthy group dynamics. Learn the three core commitments that will revitalize your small group engagement and develop vibrant church community.

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Pray for New Chinese Spiritual Formation Course Launching for Underground Church Leaders
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Pray for New Chinese Spiritual Formation Course Launching for Underground Church Leaders

New Spiritual Formation course launching Sunday for underground church leaders - See the Video! Please pray for the launching of this new course in the underground church.

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Health in Community: Groups Part 4
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Health in Community: Groups Part 4

Discover the 7 elements of healthy small groups that lead to spiritual growth. Just as the health of a human body is determined by the health of its cells, so the health of a church body is found in the health of its groups. Learn more in Health in Community, Groups Series Pt 4.

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Design for Community: Groups Part 3
Groups, Community, Theology, Shepherding, Pastoral Ministry, Pastors, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Shepherding, Pastoral Ministry, Pastors, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Design for Community: Groups Part 3

Growing in Faith Together: The Transforming Power of Shepherding Structures: Learn how to design shepherding structures that facilitate spiritual growth and provide every member the care they need in Design for Community, Groups Series Part 3.

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Purpose for Community: Groups Part 2
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Purpose for Community: Groups Part 2

Learn why the Bible teaches you cannot fully mature spiritually without a true devotion to the community of a local church. Explore 3 reasons given in Scripture why all believers should regularly gather in Christian community–in the Groups Series Pt 2 by Dr. Steve Childers.

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Vision for Community: Groups Part 1
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Vision for Community: Groups Part 1

Share the vision for building a new community and learn how to develop healthy groups in your church that transform lives and communities. Learn why Christian leaders from more than 60 countries representing over 300 denominations have taken this training.

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Knowing God as Lord in All Areas of Your Life: Essentials in Theology Part 6
Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, God's Lordship Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, God's Lordship

Knowing God as Lord in All Areas of Your Life: Essentials in Theology Part 6

Experience the transforming power of learning how to know God as Lord–not just in an isolated "spiritual life"– but in all areas of your life in the Essentials in Theology series by John Frame and Steve Childers.

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Knowing God’s Attributes: Essentials in Theology Part 5
Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, Incommunicable Attributes, Communicable Attributes, God's simplicity Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, Incommunicable Attributes, Communicable Attributes, God's simplicity

Knowing God’s Attributes: Essentials in Theology Part 5

Learn how to know God and find your joy in him by understanding his two kinds of attributes that reflect who he is and what he does. You should not see God's attributes as mere characteristics of God but as reflections of his being and person. Learn more from Frame and Childers.

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Knowing God’s Being: Essentials in Theology Part 4
Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, Herman Bavinck, Doctrine of God, Theology Proper, God’s immanence, God’s transcendence, Bible analogies Steve Childers, John Frame, Essentials, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Knowing God, God's attributes, Herman Bavinck, Doctrine of God, Theology Proper, God’s immanence, God’s transcendence, Bible analogies

Knowing God’s Being: Essentials in Theology Part 4

You are at risk of dangerous error if you don't affirm two biblical truths about God that can seem contradictory. Learn how biblical analogies can help you know, love, and worship God as both high and lifted up (transcendent) and near you (immanent) in Essentials in Theology.

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