I am Kodeeswaran S, from the Union Territory of Pondicherry, India. I am a born-again Christian and fear the Lord. So, I know Jesus, and He knows me. I have dedicated my life to Jesus since September of 2005. Now, I am studying online free Bible courses at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about online free Bible courses, Click Here).
Religious Background
My parents are from a Hindu background. My siblings and I were born Hindu. Religion played an important role in my life right from an early age. The Hindu culture I grew up in was my religion. I am the second one of four children of my parents. Of course, I had heard about Jesus at an early age. However, as far as I was concerned, He was a “White” God for “white” people. Just as I was born a Hindu, when I saw the many problems in society, I wanted nothing to do with the Christian faith.
Accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as My Savior
After completing my post-graduate at the age of 24, I left home to my grandma’s house because of a fight with my father. It all happened in April of 2005. At that time, a friend of mine invited me to take tuition in a Christian NGO. At first, I was reluctant to go because I hated Christians. They used to preach to me. Whenever I talked to the Manager of the NGO, he said that I was not in a relationship with the true and living God.
That same year, on September 17th, I quietly accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as my Savior. I was so afraid of this decision, yet I knew that I needed Jesus in my life. God told me through His Word in Acts 16:31, “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.” The following year, I was baptized in December 2006.
My life changed tremendously after that. I went to church and grew in His grace. All glory to Jesus Christ! His plans in our lives are perfect.
God Strengthened Me
After accepting Jesus Christ as my Savior, Master, and Lord, I strongly desired to tell my parents about my newfound faith and the good news of our loving Savior Jesus Christ. At first, the persecution at home was intense because my parents were deeply devoted Hindus. The persecution grew so bad that I had quarrels and arguments with my father almost every day. However, Jesus always reminded me of His everlasting love for my family and me.
In 2008, my father died in an unexpected electrical shock. At that time, all my relatives scolded me as they thought it happened because of me. I didn’t bother about their words. God strengthened me through His words from Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” I got serious with God by attending church services, studying and reading the Bible every day, fasting, and giving to the needy and people following Jesus.
Marriage and Spiritual Life
I got a good job in a reputed MNC company. I joined as a copy editor in July of 2010. Years went by. Then, in December of 2012, I married Shimsonia. A with my family members acceptance. But, the next day, my younger sister committed suicide. Again all my relatives scolded me. But God promised through His words from Jeremiah 29:11,” ‘For I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord, “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'”
So because of God’s grace, I am still living. God blessed me with a lovely wife and three children, including twins. In May 2014, I faced an accident and had a problem with my spinal cord. Because of this, I lost my job. Doctors operated in July of 2014, but I was not recovered fully. So again, in January of 2021, doctors operated, and now I am better. I praise the Lord my God and Savior. He gave me an independent church and strengthened me through His words and freedom to do His ministry. Now, I am preaching God’s words in my small village.
My Spiritual Dream
My spiritual dream is to serve the Lord our God and bring the gospel to the people so that all may be saved. It is to move forward in the Lord and reunite the lost sheep with the Lord. So many people in the world have strayed from the path of God. I want to spread the gospel of God to the people who are in sickness and trouble so that God can save all humanity, the Lord. As written in the Scriptures, salvation comes from God!
Online Free Bible Courses at the Christian Leaders Institute
I needed Bible training to advance in the ministry. If I don’t know the Bible, it will hinder my preaching. I need a document to preach the gospel in the world and serve in the church. I also wanted to take online free Bible courses for a long time, but I was not able to do it. However, when I found out about the Christian Leaders Institute, I was thrilled! Now I thank God that he answered the prayer of my heart. He has done such great work in my life that I want to go further with God and further the kingdom of God.
It surprised me that the online Bible courses are all free. All in all, learning so many courses for free is fantastic and unbelievable! I love that CLI is providing free education to all the students. Then, students like me who cannot get this kind of education can also take advantage of the free education at CLI. CLI is doing a good job and preparing leaders. So the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ will spread everywhere in the world. The Christian Leaders Connections course helped me establish the right relationship with the Lord.
Need of Scholarship
Scholarship for training at Christian Leaders Institute is critical because Bible course fees are very high and beyond my reach. So when I found out about the Christian Leaders Institute, I was pleased because many high-quality Bible courses are being taught free of cost. Thank you, CLI! I also thank all the staff and teachers of the Christian Leaders Institute who are teaching us lessons in Bible knowledge. God bless you all!
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Hello! My name is Courtney, and I’m from the United States. I am married, nine years next month. My husband and I have two handsome, intelligent, but fiery boys. They are 7 and 5. I am currently a stay-at-home mom, and thanks to the pandemic, now a preschool and 1st-grade teacher. I am also studying the free Bible courses online at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about free online Biblical classes, Click Here).
My Journey
I was ten years old when I gave my life to Christ. Unfortunately, I did not grow up in a home where we were faithful in a church, so I did not live the life I should have through my teenage years.
The Word tells us we overcome by the word of our testimony. I’ve always been so ashamed of my past that I’ve never really talked about it. My husband, a few close friends, and some of my family are the only ones who know the horrible path my life was on. However, in the last few months, I’ve spent so much more time with the Lord that I’ve come to realize that my past is no longer something I need to be ashamed of, but it’s something I need to share so I can brag about the awesomeness of God!!! What God did for me, the sacrifices He made for me even knowing what I was doing in my life.
I’m going to be completely transparent with you right now. I was deep in sin. Living a life of homosexuality for nine years, I was also on the verge of becoming an alcoholic. So much so that I got to a point in my life where I didn’t care about anyone or myself. I pushed everyone I loved away. BUT then GOD! I became so convicted that I had dreams of burning and would wake feeling like I was on fire. Quickly, I realized this was not what I wanted for eternity, but that was the path I was on. I rededicated my life to Christ 10 years ago! Let me tell you. It’s the best decision I could have ever made!!
Studying Free Bible Courses Online at CLI
My husband is studying to become a pastor. I wanted to enroll in these Bible courses at Christian Leaders Institute to further my spiritual walk with the Lord and strengthen my knowledge and relationship. My prayers through these studies are that I become more prepared to be a strong woman of God and a pastor’s wife when the time comes.
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.
Called to Ministry – Servant Leader
My name is Thomas Amulunji Maululwa, a born-again Christian. Christ Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I am getting Christian Leaders training online at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about free online Biblical classes, Click Here).
I am a Kenyan citizen and currently reside in Eldoret, Kenya, but operate in Mumias, Nairobi, and Eldoret. By profession, I am an Electrical Technologist and Renewable Energy (Solar) expert. I am a Vocational and Technical Trainer and also an entrepreneur in the field of electrical and solar systems services. Jesus is my Lord and Savior. To be used of God as a Christian leader is a very high priority in a country like mine.
Here I am Lord Send Me
I am delighted to serve God in all dimensions of my life. Always grateful for every opportunity set before me and give service to God Almighty – market ministry. I am an Associate Pastor at our local church in Mumias (Spiritual Life Mission, Imanga Church) where I started ministry work before going to the city. After eight months of training in Biblical Studies, a program of FGCK – Upper Room Family, I was ordained as a Deacon at FGCK Ruaraka LCA.
My new engagement at a vocational college has also opened another opportunity for me to serve in the Kingdom. I have the mandate to oversee the Christian union for trainees and give moral support at the college. This is a great platform for my ministry and service to God.
The harvest is plenty but laborers are few. In Kenya, most people are yearning for the gospel. Unfortunately, some are misled by the wrong doctrine of the 21st century thus my people are suffering for lack of knowledge. It, therefore, makes no doubt that there is a need for training for ministers who have been called to serve and lead people right in this contemporary world. I have the responsibility to play a role in bringing the real transformation needed through Christ Jesus.
State of My Young Age
As a young boy and teenager, I grew up in the village of Eshianini in Kakamega county – I had a village life. At the age of six years, I become an entrepreneur that associated me with our local town, Mumias. This helped me gain public speaking skills and the courage to face people and challenges. At a tender age, I attended The Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) where I grew up in it as a Christian until the day I made my personal commitment to God.
As an entrepreneur, I went to the market for business on Fridays and Sundays. This affected my studies and Sunday school services in case there is a delay. Christianity was not a lifestyle but was rather a Sunday thing. Building Godly character during Sundays and ensuring you don’t cross or wrong anybody in the course of the week. There was a need of accepting Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior.
Personal Salvation Journey
I grew up as a committed and disciplined Christian member in the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK). Through some training on Children’s Ministry and attending a number of seminars I received the mandate to help the children as a Sunday School Teacher at the Parish level. Being a teenager, I joined the youth department where I became a youth leader at the Church level. One year later, I became the youth secretary at the Parish level. I call this Christian by default.
At the age of 17 when I completed secondary school, I become very sick and sought medical attention in vain. The doctor’s report showed that every part of my body was okay. The only option was to be bedridden at home without any hope. The sense that I was bewitched started hitting the minds of my family members and people around me. So there was no hope but to wait for time to die, it was so painful.
One night with usual agony, God graced me with sleep like that of a young child. At around 3:00 AM in the night, a voice kept coming to my ear: “You can serve me more than this, make your relationship true.” I woke up in the morning with a better appetite than before. However, I was disturbed in my mind. I did not share the message to anybody except my younger sister, who had taken the route of a Pentecostal with opposition. In response, she said, “Hallelujah!” She clapped her hands and took off. Although confused, that was the start of my personal salvation.
Personal Salvation and Ministry Ventures
Four hours later, my sister came back with her pastor and two others. They came straight to my room. With the respect I had with men of God, I struggled to get on my feet. The servant of God was a man of prayer. He helped me sit down and shared the message of John 3:16. Being in confusion about my current position, I felt like something was hitting my head, and I asked the servant of God if I can accept Jesus Christ again. There was a big yes, shouting and clapping and they helped me to kneel. There and then, I made a proclamation and accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. Three days later, God healed me miraculously, and I believed in the Lord more and more. I call this Christian by choice and with understanding.
Four months later, after much discussion, I left the ACK and joined the Spiritual Life Mission in 2006, where I am an Associate Pastor to date. Glory and honor go to the Most High God!
In 2009, I joined Kitale National Polytechnic for engineering. It was of great honor to serve as a Bible Study Coordinator. Making it a stepping stone for evangelism, in the second year of my studies, they elected me as the Secretary-General of the student council at the college. In 2013, I went to the city of Nairobi, and by God’s direction, I joined the Full Gospel Churches of Kenya, Ruaraka LCA – Upper Room Family, and three years later I was appointed and ordained as a Deacon.
My Spiritual Dream
My spiritual dream is to live in and for God’s will. “To love the Lord my God with all my heart, with all my soul, and with all my strength …. Also to love my neighbor as myself” (Matthew 22:37-40). Having a clear understanding that there is no other most High God like our Father in heaven. There is no doubt doing God’s will makes me identify who I am and builds my faith on a daily basis which strengthens my relationship with the Creator.
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!” Psalm 150. I praise the Lord as long as I have breath (as long as I live). As a child of God saved by grace, I also desire to share God in season and out of season.
Christian Leaders Training Online at CLI
I sincerely thank God for bringing up Christian Leaders Institute through his servant Prof. Rev. Henry Reyenga. CLI is adding value to my spiritual life and ministry work. So far I have completed three levels: Christian Getting Started, Christian Basics, and now Christian Leaders Connections. The amazing thing is that the Christian Leaders training online is free of charge making a way to train servant leaders of all races and statuses. The online learning model makes it easier for any person at his/her locality to access the training.
Christian Leaders Institute has made the impossible to be possible. Financial viability and physical mode of study have been the drawback of acquiring Christian training. Through CLI, my dream of being a called, competent, and effective Servant Leader will come to pass in due course.
“My people suffer for lack of knowledge.” Hosea 4:6. I recommend those already called and those being called to ministry to enroll for free Christian Leaders Training online at Christian Leaders Institute. I promise from my experience there, you will notice a difference and holistic growth. Train on Christian Leadership at CLI’s Leadership Excellence School and get the ordination at Christian Leaders Alliance.
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.