Academics

LIFT classes are designed to support your growth in three main areas of life: intellectually, spiritually, and physically.

We want you to be equipped to face real-life challenges and tackle tough questions. As you develop your worldview, we hope to help you navigate your spiritual journey and enhance your knowledge of God.

Become a well-rounded disciple of Christ.

Take classes that will help you . . .

Solidify and understand a biblical worldview in a post-Christian culture.
Become familiar with how to share and talk about the Gospel with others.
Practice spiritual disciplines and learn how to naturally incorporate them into your daily life.
Experience firsthand how missions impact the local and global church.
Apply leadership principles into a summer practicum under a professional Christian mentor.

What classes will I take?

Introduction to Doctrine

FALL SEMESTER
This course explores God's redemptive work throughout history and the unity of the biblical narrative. You will develop critical thinking skills as you compare worldviews while strengthening your faith through a deeper understanding of Christian doctrine.
Missions Practicum

FALL SEMESTER
You will learn how to live on mission as a disciple of Christ in your culture and other cultures. You will see firsthand the role of the local and global churches in light of God's redemptive work through history into the present.
Leadership Training I & II

FALL & SPRING SEMESTERS
During this course, you will learn leadership theory and principles as it applies to being a disciple of Christ. You will also learn fundamental skills and safety for various outdoor activities. As you lead outdoor excursions, you will apply your growing leadership skills.
Spiritual Transformation I & II

FALL & SPRING SEMESTERS
This course focuses on the study and application of disciplines that foster spiritual growth and transformation, emphasizing experiential learning and active participation in discipleship practices such as scripture memorization, prayer, Bible reading, and more.
Historical Theology & Cultural Engagement

SPRING SEMESTER
This class comprises an introduction to church history and a brief study of world religions in comparison to Christianity. You will learn to critically interact with our modern culture and use rational support for your faith.
Holistic Ministry Practicum

SPRING SEMESTER
This course focuses on the transformational power of the Holy Spirit in word and deed within their culture and the culture students experience on their mission trip. You will apply effective community development principles on the trip with sensitivity, respect, and love.
Leadership Practicum

SUMMER
As a leadership capstone, you will learn and apply leadership principles and skills by serving in a paid leadership role at COTW or another partnering ministry. This includes continued reading, an analysis paper, and regular meetings with supervisors to review growth.