The academic instruction at BSSM-Cleveland is taught by apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. This gives the teaching a living perspective with five-fold distinctions. BSSM-Cleveland has many powerful guest speakers throughout the year, but the primary teaching is accomplished through a DVD curriculum directly from BSSM Redding.
The students receive historic commentary and insight into the Scriptures while they are immersed in a revelatory culture where the Holy Spirit becomes the chief instructor and tour guide. He causes His Kingdom to come alive through the pages of the Bible. BSSM-Cleveland students learn how to read, understand, and “do” the Bible - how to cast out demons, witness, heal the sick, care for the poor, prophesy, preach, pray, and practice living in His presence.
The BSSM students learn in large group sessions, revival groups (10-50 people), small groups (5-10), and on their own. Advanced Ministry Training sessions allow students to choose subjects they are passionate about and deepen their understanding and experience in these areas. These include leading worship, children’s ministry, preaching, prophecy, intercession, intimacy with God, youth, career ministry, and more. Every week, BSSM students are transformed through preaching, teaching, instruction, impartation, equipping, and doing.
Reading outside class is expected and a large part of our curriculum. There are approximately 2400 pages of mandatory reading throughout the year. That works out to 10 pages of reading every day of the 240 days from beginning to graduation. That’s on top of 2-3 chapters of the Word daily. So plan on reading 30 – 60 minutes a day minimum. Thankfully, it’s all amazing, transforming content.
Course Descriptions
Rather than an emphasis on theory only, application and experience of truths and material will be highlighted and encouraged. Much more subject matter will be covered besides those listed below. This listing is more of a guide and is subject to change at the Holy Spirit's direction. There will not be a set schedule as to when courses will be taught and subjects may be taught for any length of time. Each week, semester, and every year will be different as the Holy Spirit leads into new realms of revelation and emphasis.
Bible Study Methods
The inductive study skills taught in this class will be foundational for many other courses. The methods taught will involve seeing the truth (observation), discerning its meaning (interpretation), and applying its truth to students' lives (application).
Gifts of the Spirit
This is a study of the purpose and place of the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the church, along with practical instruction on cooperating and flowing with the Spirit, which enables the student to become a vessel He can use.
God's Government - Spiritual Authority in the Church
The restoration of the apostolic order in the church will be studied, as well as topics such as honoring men and women of God, God's method of promotion, and scriptural submission and accountability.
History of Revival and Revivalists
This is an in-depth study of moves of God in recent church history, including biographical studies of noted men and women of the faith who impacted generations with their life, message, and ministry.
Ministering in the Prophetic
The nature and calling of the biblical prophets will be studied as well as the role of the prophetic in the church today. Students will learn to minister in revelatory gifts as the Spirit leads through principles and practice.
Prayer and Intercession
This is a presentation of the foundational importance of prayer in the life of every believer, which will also discuss the varied aspects of prayer, intercession, and travail.
Principles of Praise and Worship
This is a course examining the biblical foundation for praise and worship, including renewal trends in the church. It will also examine the necessity of believers living a "lifestyle of worship."
Restoring the Desolated Cities - National and International Missions
This is a study, discussion, and practice of the apostolic principles of missionaries and emphasizes understanding the believer's call to reach the lost. Topics will include: the biblical basis for local and foreign missions, stateside preparation, social and cultural adjustments, family principles, missions methods, etc.
Signs and Wonders - Special Emphasis on the Healing Ministry
This focuses on the foundations of the Old Testament and the fulfillment and practical outworking of the ministry of the miraculous in the New Testament.
Hands-on Outreach Ministry
Opportunities may include - assistance with Adult, Youth and Children's classes, worship, street ministry, and the ministry of helps.
Graduation Requirements
To be eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion, students
must meet the following criteria:
- Satisfactorily complete two semesters of course requirements (including reading 8-10 Books while in school).
- Participation in outreach and inreach ministry.
- Class attendance requirements fulfilled (see page under Attendance).
Licensing and Ordination
BSSM-Cleveland does not license or ordain.