Hey, everybody! Welcome to my profile! My name is Nathan Bragg. I’m from Piedmont, Alabama, USA. Currently, I study at the Christian Leaders Institute as I am pursuing my ministry calling (Learn more about online free Bible courses, Click Here).
I am 32 years old, married to my beautiful wife, Alyssa, for seven years. We have two beautiful children: a ten-year-old son and a two-year-old daughter. My kids are my life. I am an eight-year veteran of the United States Air Force. I am also an entrepreneur that currently owns a landscaping business and is a coach.
My Journey
I was born and raised in the small city of Piedmont, Alabama. At seventeen, I enlisted in the United States Air Force as a firefighter/EMT. I served six years in the Active Duty Air Force and two years in the Air National Guard.
Upon separation from the military, I moved back home to Piedmont. A few years later is when I met my wife. I happened to be going through the worst point of my life. At that time, she invited me to the church, which was also in the middle of a revival. I have been there since. It was the turning point in my life. God was preparing me for my walk with Him.
For Such a Time: Pursuing My Calling
It’s been a long seven years, but it’s been worth it. Proverbs 20 says that the Lord ordains our steps. These seven long years were a period where I went through almost every emotion a person can experience. I didn’t know it at the time, but God was preparing me for such a time as this. Thank you, Jesus!
I endured many things in my life. I saw my family torn apart, my dad on his death bed multiple times, my life and freedom almost stolen from me, a very bad marriage and divorce, and also the breaking of generational curses. However, this is what has set me up for where I am today, pursuing my calling and studying at the Christian Leaders Institute. I am no longer running… here I am, Lord! Send me! Holy Ghost Fire, rain down! Thank you, Jesus!
Steps to Sign Up At Christian Leaders Institute
Step 1 – Register for a free study account that automatically enrolls you in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2.
After you register, you will automatically be enrolled in the “getting started” course. You will locate the course at your “home” button when logged in. Scroll down to find the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2 Link. Click the link and open the course.
Step 2 – Complete Part 1 of this course, and then you are allowed to enroll in mini-courses or regular courses.
The Christian Leaders Getting Started Class Part 1 shows you how to enroll in courses and mini-courses. Part 2 of the course connects your calling into ministry with programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute. Part 2 will offer some ministry training and introduce you to the other programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute.
Learn more about ordination at the Christian Leaders Alliance. Interested in a low-cost college degree? Check out the CLI’s Leadership Excellence School.
God’s Love Motivates Us To Do His Will
Hello, my name is Rowena Andino. I grew up in the Philippines. In 2004, I migrated to Canada. Married to a God-fearing man, we have two beautiful kids: Hannah and Elijah. Currently, I am studying online training for ministry at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about online free Bible courses, Click Here).
My Journey
First off, I would like to thank God for everything he has done in my life. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Education from one of the universities in the Philippines and got a decent job.
Both of my parents died when I was young. So I grew up under the care of my aunt, a devout Catholic. We went to church every Sunday because we had to. I never understood as a child why we had to go to Sunday mass and sit inside and listen.
How I came to know Jesus Christ was a very emotional and memorable day in my life. A friend who was already a believer in Christ shared her faith and testimony with me. I clearly remember what she said to me about the love of Christ in her life: “God’s amazing love is all that we need.” Then, she invited me to join their Bible study on Saturdays and encouraged me to attend their Sunday service. I felt welcomed and experienced joy in being around very accepting people. My transition was never easy. I struggled a lot.
It was Sunday morning when it became clear to me that Jesus was all that I needed in my life. I declared my nothingness to the Lord and that I am a sinner. I opened my heart to trust Him, believe in Him, and accept Him as my Lord and Saviour in my life. At that moment, I felt the amazing grace, love, and forgiveness of the Lord. I believe God loves me and accepts me no matter what.
My Spiritual Dream
My spiritual dream is to serve the Lord with all my heart. After I surrendered my life to Jesus, everything changed. I focus more time on knowing the Lord and His Word. God put in my heart compassion for others so that I should care about others’ interests before my own. The Lord helps me recognize and respond to the needs of others willingly, cheerfully, and with humility of heart.
God gave me joy in my heart to join in the ministry of music. My relationship with the Lord has become very close and intimate. As I continue to serve the Lord, He has given me the ability to become an intercessor to pray for spiritual victories over the challenges and obstacles in the life of others.
The Lord has also placed the desire to become a shepherd in my heart. Currently, the Lord has entrusted me with a group of people to take care of and nurture with the Word of God. We have our Bible study every Wednesday.
Free Online Training for Ministry at CLI
I am so thankful to the Lord for giving me this privilege and opportunity to enroll in and study at the Christian Leaders Institute. At CLI, I get access to free online training for ministry. This free training is indeed a blessing because it will help me a lot in my spiritual walk with the Lord. So, if you are reading this right now and the Lord is calling you with His purpose in your life, I encourage you to take a bold step and take this opportunity at CLI. Then you can move forward and know more about your calling to serve the Lord.
Thank you, CLI (Christian Leaders Institute)! To God be all the glory!
Steps to Sign Up At Christian Leaders Institute
Step 1 – Register for a free study account that automatically enrolls you in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2.
After you register, you will automatically be enrolled in the “getting started” course. You will locate the course at your “home” button when logged in. Scroll down to find the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2 Link. Click the link and open the course.
Step 2 – Complete Part 1 of this course, and then you are allowed to enroll in mini-courses or regular courses.
The Christian Leaders Getting Started Class Part 1 shows you how to enroll in courses and mini-courses. Part 2 of the course connects your calling into ministry with programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute. Part 2 will offer some ministry training and introduce you to the other programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute.
Learn more about ordination at the Christian Leaders Alliance. Interested in a low-cost college degree? Check out the CLI’s Leadership Excellence School.
I’m Graham Jantz, and I live in Alberta, Canada. I have a BA from the University of Lethbridge in Music with a Religious Studies Minor. Currently, I am taking Bible courses online free at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about online free Bible courses, Click Here).
My Spiritual Journey
I grew up an atheist and became a Christian in 2019. The Lord started revealing Himself to me through Christian apologetics, particularly by C.S. Lewis. I began going to a local church and was baptized six months later by a good friend of mine. God became real to me when I realized that I couldn’t bear the weight of the meaning of life.
I used to think the meaning of life was happiness. It crushed me when I came up against struggles. Then, I experienced a couple of panic attacks following a hard time in my life while simultaneously exploring Christianity. I was unable to hold the weight and expectation I had put on myself. At that time, I began going to church. I accepted Christ as my savior in an outdoor bathroom at the golf course where I worked. I got down on my knees and prayed. After I repented of my sins, I claimed Christ as my Lord.
Finding CLI
Unfortunately, the pandemic challenged my faith. I stopped attending church and isolated myself from my friends. However, the Lord has again been wooing me to Himself through online content, both apologetics and general sermons from some wise preachers. God led me to look for free online Bible courses. I found the Christian Leaders Institute. The training at Christian Leaders Institute will help me grow closer to the Lord. It will also help me develop skills to lead those around me in their walk with Him. I deeply value that Christian Leaders Insitute is free. I have just finished my BA and would like to avoid incurring more student debt from further study.
Steps to Sign Up At Christian Leaders Institute
Step 1 – Register for a free study account that automatically enrolls you in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2.
After you register, you will automatically be enrolled in the “getting started” course. You will locate the course at your “home” button when logged in. Scroll down to find the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2 Link. Click the link and open the course.
Step 2 – Complete Part 1 of this course, and then you are allowed to enroll in mini-courses or regular courses.
The Christian Leaders Getting Started Class Part 1 shows you how to enroll in courses and mini-courses. Part 2 of the course connects your calling into ministry with programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute. Part 2 will offer some ministry training and introduce you to the other programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute.
Learn more about ordination at the Christian Leaders Alliance. Interested in a low-cost college degree? Check out the CLI’s Leadership Excellence School.