Becoming What God Intended Ministries
An educational non-profit founded by Dr. David Eckman in 1997.
Discipleship & Ministry Resources and Training
Become What
God Intended.
Two pathways. One mission.
Our vision and courses are intended to ignite Christian leaders worldwide to inspire others to participate in the life of the Trinity by breaking down barriers that prohibit a growing, healthy relationship with God the Father.
Serving 24 countries · 98% student satisfaction · 50+ years of biblical research
Trusted by Pastors, Authors & Ministry Leaders
The Five Courses in the Certification
Each course can be taken individually or as part of the full BWGI Discipleship Certification or M.A. in Ministry Studies.
Becoming What God Intended — Foundations of the Spiritual Life
A course on the 12 Biblical truths every Christian should know. A discipleship process that leads the student to live within the life of the Trinity so as to experience God as an Abba Father, Jesus as our Identity, and the Holy Spirit as our Helper.
View course BC102Head to Heart — Experiencing the Father's Affection
A discipleship intensive on what every Christian needs to learn, integrate, and experience. The Head to Heart Small Group Experience may well be the most effective and most thoughtful group experience presently being practiced. It is truly transformational with long-term, positive results.
View course BC103Theology of Romans
A course on the theological backbone of discipleship. The purpose is to teach how the contents of Romans created the backbone for the Foundations of the Spiritual Life course — creating confidence to live out of Trinitarian Theology. Romans teaches what it means to truly surrender to our good God.
View courseTheology of Emotions
A course on discovering what the Bible says about emotions and how to minister to your emotions. Surveys the Old and New Testament's description of the source, function, and management of emotions. The purpose is to create a true Biblical psychology for the benefit of pastoral counselors, Christian counselors, disciplers, and Bible teachers.
View course BC105Skills for Living
A course on creating a bridge for sharing the Gospel through secular versions of BWGI Ministries materials. Skills for Living is a secular version of a Christian mental health program originally designed to train counselors in the 60 mental health centers of the universities of Beijing. This course serves as an introduction to mental health principles and instructs how to create a bridge for sharing the Gospel.
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Serving 24 countries · 98% student satisfaction · 50+ years of biblical research
Associations & Affiliates
BWGI is an ICETE Associate. ICETE is a global hub for evangelical theological education, seeking to advance quality and collaboration in theological education to strengthen and accompany the church in its mission. Sponsored by seven regional associations, ICETE's constituents touch nearly 500,000 people preparing for ministry worldwide.
Columbia International University is dedicated to educating students from a biblical worldview, equipping them with the knowledge, character, and skills to impact the nations with the message of Christ.
Over 100 Years of Faithful Impact — Since 1921, Columbia International University has been preparing students for ministry, leadership, and service worldwide. CIU's history is built on faith, vision, and a relentless commitment to preparing leaders who will transform the world for Christ.