Step 1: To enroll, purchase course and book on our website NO LESS THAN THREE WEEKS prior to the AKSOM weekend in your venue. Course Enrollment forms submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please note that payment includes the tuition fee and the respective textbook(s) for the course you will be taking.
(Textbooks ordered from AKSOM will be charged an $8 Shipping/handling fee to cover mailing expenses, e.g. postage, packing, materials, etc. AKSOM reserves the right to change all fees without notice.)
Note: First time students must submit a New Student Application form and be accepted into the Alaska District School of Ministry (AKSOM) before enrolling in a course.
Step 2: Read your textbook as soon as you receive it. In order to benefit from the course, you must come to class with an awareness of the subject. You also need to complete and bring with you the text overview. Completion of the overview is required. The overview will be submitted to the instructor for grading as you arrive at the venue. (The text overview counts toward 40% of the final grade for the course.) The more you invest in the class, the greater your reward.
Note: Please choose only one course for your level of study per venue.
Theology of Prayer (CE-TOP)
A study of biblical prayer, stressing the importance and impact of prayer in contemporary life and ministry. Textbook: The Spirit Helps Us Pray—Robert Brandt and Zenas Bicket
Theology of Worship (CE-TOW)
Textbook: The Reward of Worship—Jack Hayford
Leadership Dynamics (CE-LDD)
A study of the principles of leadership, applicable to all phases of life and ministry. Practical applications are offered to help students use these dynamics in the local church. Textbook: Spiritual Leadership– Henry & Richard Blackaby
Eschatology (CE-ESC)
An advanced study of the doctrine of last things, including topics such as death, resurrection and rapture, views of the Great Tribulation, views of the Millennial Reign of Christ, judgment, and the final state of the righteous and the wicked. Textbook: Our Destiny, Bible Teaching on the Last Things –…
Ephesians (CE-EPH)
An exegetical study of the Epistle to the Ephesians with emphasis on its doctrinal and moral teachings. This course highlights the epistle’s theme of the glory of God in Christ and the believer’s high calling to life in Christ. Textbook: Positioned to Win, — Jack Aiken
Romans (CE-ROM)
A practical study of Paul’s letter to the Romans. The course deals with the letter’s background and its relation to the rest of Paul’s writings. The book’s relevance to everyday Christian living is a featured theme. Textbook: Encountering the Book of Romans—Douglas J. Moo
Acts (CE-ACT)
A detailed study of the origin and development of the Apostolic Church. The course emphasizes the Church’s mission in its proclamation of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Included in the course is an overview of Paul’s missionary journeys. Textbook: Acts—Stanley Horton
How to Interpret the Bible (CE-HIB)
An introduction to the various methods of Bible study, with special attention given to basic principles of scriptural interpretation. Emphasis is placed on the grammatical-historical exegesis of Scripture. Textbook: Living by the Book—Howard Hendricks
Life of Christ (CE-LOC)
A study of the life and teachings of Jesus as recorded in the Gospels and in light of the historical, cultural, and geographical settings of the First Century. The course emphasizes the ministry of John the Baptist, the proclamation of the Kingdom of God, the miracles and parables of Jesus,…
Advanced Ministerial Internship (OM-AMI)
—(Note: prior to enrollment, the student must contact Internship Coordinator.) This course requires a student to be mentored by a senior pastor or ordained minister for a period of at least three months. A specified list of activities with required documentation of completion comprises the basis of the course’s method…
Theology of Prayer (OM-TOP)
A study of biblical prayer, stressing the importance and impact of prayer in contemporary life and ministry. Textbook: The Spirit Helps Us Pray—Robert Brandt and Zenas Bicket
Theology of Worship (OM-TOW)
An exploration of the scriptural and theological foundations for individual and corporate praise and worship. Various styles and formats of worship are discussed relative to both historical and contemporary settings. Textbook: The Reward of Worship—Jack Hayford
Multicultural Ministry (OM-MCM)
This study examines the principles, processes, and problems of communicating from one culture to another. Special attention is given to the development of attitudes and methods that enable effective communicating of the gospel to people of cultures other than one’s own. Textbook: Cross-Cultural Servanthood—Duane Elmer
Church Administration, Law, and Finance (OM-CAL)
A study of American ecclesiastical law, specifically addressing contemporary legal issues affecting churches and ministers. Required Textbook: Leadership Handbook of Management & Administration — James D. Berkley, 2007 edition After registering for each class, your study guide will be emailed to you.
Apologetics (OM-APO)
A study dealing with defending the faith once delivered to the saints. The course content addresses the canon of Scripture, miracles, cults, denominations, and world religion in the light of biblical Christianity. Textbook: A Ready Defense – Josh McDowell
Systematic Theology II (OM-ST2)
A continuing study of theology with emphasis on the following theological areas: Pneumatology, Ecclesiology, Angelology, and Eschatology. Textbook: Systematic Theology (2007 edition) – Stanley Horton
Psalms (OM-PSM)
A study of Psalms as the Hebrew-Christian prayer book and hymnal. This course includes a study of selected Psalms, noting the authorship, historical setting, structure, meaning, and spiritual application of each. Also studied are the classification of the Psalms, the Messianic applications and citations of Psalms in the New Testament…
Corinthian Correspondence (OM-COR)
An expository study of First and Second Corinthians. Highlighted are Paul’s responses to the problems affecting the Corinthian church, the appropriate operation of the Gifts of the Spirit within a congregation, and Paul’s view of Christian character and ministry. Textbook: I & II Corinthians—Stanley Horton
Pentateuch (OM-PEN)
An in-depth study of the first five books of the Old Testament. Highlighting God’s personal relationship with his creation and the loving covenants he made with his people, this study examines the Pentateuch’s revelation of God’s character and the requirements for relationship with him. Textbook: The Torah Story—Gary Edward Schnittjer
Intermediate Ministerial Internship (LM-IMI)
(Note: prior to enrollment, the student must contact Internship Coordinator.) This course requires a student to be mentored by a senior pastor or other licensed or ordained minister for a period of at least three months. A specified list of activities with required documentation of completion comprise the basis of…
Pastoral Ministry (LM-PTM)
A study of the practical aspects of pastoral ministry, including the pastor’s call, preaching, teaching, church leadership, family life, and more. Textbook: Shepherding the Church — Joseph M. Stowell
Conflict Resolution (LM-CFR)
A study devoted to the resolution of conflict in the local church. The reasons for churches becoming unhealthy and how God wants to heal them will be examined. The Lordship of Jesus Christ and his methodology in resolving conflict will form the basis of this study. Textbook: Making Peace –…
Leadership Dynamics (LM-LDD)
A study of the principles of leadership, applicable to all phases of life and ministry. Practical applications are offered to help students use these dynamics in the local church. Textbook: Spiritual Leadership– Henry & Richard Blackaby
Eschatology (LM-ESC)
An advanced study of the doctrine of last things, including topics such as death, resurrection and rapture, views of the Great Tribulation, views of the Millennial Reign of Christ, judgment, and the final state of the righteous and the wicked. Textbook: Our Destiny, Bible Teaching on the Last Things –…
Introduction to Assemblies of God Missions (LM-AGM)
An introductory course in the science of missions, surveying the theology, history, and methods of Christian missions in general and within the Assemblies of God in particular. Textbook: Missions in the Age of the Spirit – John V. York
Romans (LM-ROM)
A practical study of Paul’s letter to the Romans. The course deals with the letter’s background and its relation to the rest of Paul’s writings. The book’s relevance to everyday Christian living is a featured theme. Textbook: Encountering the Book of Romans—Douglas J. Moo
Systematic Theology I (LM-ST1)
An introduction to theology and a detailed study of the following theological areas: Bibliology, Theology Proper, Christology, Anthropology, and Soteriology. Textbook: Systematic Theology (2007 edition) – Stanley Horton
New Testament Survey (LM-NTS)
An overview of the books of the New Testament, emphasizing the key facts and teachings of each book. Applications to contemporary life and ministry are included in this study. Textbook: Encountering the New Testament—Walter A. Elwell & Robert W. Yarbrough
Beginning Ministerial Internship (CM-BMI)
(Note: prior to enrollment, student must contact Internship Coordinator.) This course requires a student to be mentored by a senior pastor or other licensed or ordained minister for a period of at least three months. A specified list of activities with required documentation of completion comprise the basis of the…
Introduction to Pentecostal Doctrine (CM-IPD)
An introduction to theology (its meaning and purpose) and historic Christian doctrines. Emphasis will be placed upon the Statement of Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God as the framework for this study. Textbook: Bible Doctrines: A Pentecostal Perspective— William Menzies and Stanley Horton
Ministerial Ethics (CM-MSE)
An examination of the moral principles governing human conduct in light of the teachings of Scripture. Special attention is given to the minister’s personal and professional code of ethics as well as contemporary personal and social issues affecting ministry. Textbooks: Ministerial Ethics—Joe E. Trull – James E. Carter
Assemblies of God History, Missions, and Governance (CM-HMG)
A study of the historical development and governing policies of the Assemblies of God. The Fellowship’s history in North America and its worldwide missions program is told through stories of the personalities involved. This course includes a study of the ecclesiastical structure of the Assemblies of God, with particular attention…
Ephesians (CM-EPH)
An exegetical study of the Epistle to the Ephesians with emphasis on its doctrinal and moral teachings. This course highlights the epistle’s theme of the glory of God in Christ and the believer’s high calling to life in Christ. Textbook: Positioned to Win — Jack Aiken
Sermon Preparation (CM-SMP)
An introduction to the practical techniques of sermon preparation. Attention is given to sermon types and to the content, logical structure, and principles for organizing a sermon. Students are required to demonstrate learned skills by preparation of sermon outlines. Textbook: Choosing to Preach—Kenton C. Anderson
Acts (CM-ACT)
A detailed study of the origin and development of the Apostolic Church. The course emphasizes the Church’s mission in its proclamation of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Included in the course is an overview of Paul’s missionary journeys. Textbook: Acts—Stanley Horton
Old Testament Survey (LM-OTS)
A study of the books of the Old Testament, acquainting the student with key facts in each book. The development of God’s plan of redemption throughout the Old Testament canon is a highlight of this course. Textbook: Encountering the Old Testament—Bill T. Arnold
How to Interpret the Bible (CM-HIB)
An introduction to the various methods of Bible study, with special attention given to basic principles of scriptural interpretation. Emphasis is placed on the grammatical-historical exegesis of Scripture. Textbook: Living by the Book—Howard Hendricks
Life of Christ (CM-LOC)
A study of the major events in the life of Christ. The course will focus on the time, place, circumstances, and people involved in Jesus’ ministry. The goal of the course is to increase students’ understanding of the Lord’s message, ministry, and mission, as well as to inspire a deeper…
A Spirit Empowered Church (CM-SEC)
This course points us to the heart of dynamic church growth: creating Spirit-empowered disciples who are involved in five activities connect, grow, serve, go, and worship to change individuals, families, and communities with the love and power of God’s mighty Spirit….