FIND YOUR FIT
Which concentration fits your calling?
Choose a concentration below to see its focus and who it is for. Your interests and the people you want to serve can help you decide.
Choose an option to see its focus and who it suits, or compare the choices together.
A quick way to decide
If you want broad church ministry preparation, start by exploring Pastoral Ministry. If you feel drawn to a particular area of service, compare that concentration with it.
Select a concentration to explore the kind of ministry it prepares you for.
Pastoral Ministry
Preach, shepherd, and lead.
- What you will study
- A broad preparation for church ministry, with study in preaching, pastoral care, biblical interpretation, evangelism, servant leadership, and church growth.
- Who it is for
- You want to serve as a pastor, help lead a church, plant a church, or develop a broad foundation for caring for a congregation.
- Choose this if
- You are drawn to preaching Scripture, guiding believers, and helping a local church grow in spiritual health.
Christian Counseling
Bring biblical care to people’s lives.
- What you will study
- Study Christian counseling principles, ethics, listening and counseling techniques, crisis care, marriage, adolescents, and dependence on the Holy Spirit.
- Who it is for
- You are drawn to one-to-one care, biblical encouragement, pastoral support, and helping people through personal or family challenges.
- Choose this if
- You want your studies to center on caring for hurting people and offering thoughtful, Scripture-grounded guidance.
Evangelism
Share the gospel and equip others to reach people.
- What you will study
- Explore personal witnessing, evangelism methods, preaching, apologetics, world religions, and compassionate outreach.
- Who it is for
- You have a strong desire to reach people for Christ, lead outreach, communicate the gospel, or equip a church to become more effective in evangelism.
- Choose this if
- You are drawn to conversations about faith, community outreach, and helping people respond to Jesus.
Marketplace Ministry
Live your calling through work and business.
- What you will study
- Connect biblical principles with business, ethics, culture, entrepreneurship, leadership, and Kingdom living.
- Who it is for
- You are a business owner, entrepreneur, professional, or workplace leader who wants to serve God and influence others through everyday work.
- Choose this if
- You see your business, profession, or workplace as a place to practice integrity, serve people, and express your faith.
Youth Ministry
Reach and disciple the next generation.
- What you will study
- Study youth culture, current issues, youth evangelism, organizing a youth ministry, and biblical communication and care.
- Who it is for
- You serve or hope to serve teenagers and young people through a church, outreach ministry, or discipleship setting.
- Choose this if
- You want to help young people understand Scripture, grow in faith, and navigate the pressures of their generation.
Music Ministry
Lead worship and serve through music.
- What you will study
- Explore biblical worship, the Psalms, creativity, Christian music history, songwriting, worship leading, and a music ministry practicum.
- Who it is for
- You already have a basic musical background and want to develop the biblical and ministry side of serving as a worship leader, musician, or Christian creative.
- Choose this if
- You are drawn to helping people worship God through music, creativity, and thoughtful worship leadership.
PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE
Your tuition at a glance.
Published bachelor’s course tuition, before additional fees and books.
- Courses in this program
- 11 courses
- Pay by individual course
- $2,178
- Published paid-in-full tuition
- $1,500
11 courses × $198 per course
Save $678 on course tuition
Additional fees & your individual plan
There are no application, Degree Completion Plan, or graduation fees. Transcript requests are $10. Required books and other program-specific costs may apply.
Your Degree Completion Plan confirms the courses you need and any approved transfer credit. Admissions can confirm how these affect your individual cost. The totals above use the full published course count.
Multi-course and paid-in-full payments are nonrefundable. Paying by individual course remains available.
Evangelism Concentration
Ministry Leadership Major
Tuition: $198 per 3-credit course ($66 per credit)
Total Courses in this Program: 11
Jesus said, “The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.” The Ministry Leadership major reflects this servant-hearted model of ministry by combining biblical foundations with practical training for service in the Body of Christ.
The Evangelism Concentration is designed for students who desire to share the gospel effectively and lead others to Christ. Students learn how to communicate the Christian message clearly, build meaningful relationships with people from all walks of life, and minister to those who are searching for hope and truth.
This program equips students for evangelistic ministry in churches, outreach ministries, missions, and personal witnessing.
Students may also take any of the courses listed below individually without enrolling in a full degree program.
Program Overview
Total Courses: 11
Credits: 33 Credit Hours
Tuition: $198 per course
Format: 100% Online
Enrollment: Open Year-Round
Start Anytime
What You Will Learn
Through this program, students will develop:
- Confidence in sharing the gospel clearly and effectively
- Practical evangelism and outreach skills
- A deeper understanding of the ministry of the Holy Spirit in evangelism
- The ability to answer common questions about the Christian faith
- Skills for preaching, teaching, and communicating biblical truth
- Greater compassion and effectiveness in ministering to people in need
- A stronger passion for fulfilling the Great Commission
Graduates of this concentration are equipped to share the message of Christ with boldness and wisdom while serving the Body of Christ through evangelistic ministry.
Courses in the Evangelism Concentration
1) APTH 4675 – Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God
This course explores God’s call to live in spirit and in truth. Students examine the illumination of Scripture and the role of revelation knowledge in renewing the mind and living a Spirit-filled life.
2) BIBL 4481 – Survey of the Book of Acts
This course traces the spread of the gospel through the ministry of the early church as recorded in the Book of Acts. Students examine the work of the Holy Spirit and the challenges faced by the first evangelists.
3) COMM 3785 – Christian Apologetics: Understanding Why You Believe
An introduction to apologetics and the defense of the Christian faith. Students learn how to respond to common questions about Christianity and communicate the Christian worldview clearly and confidently.
4) MINN 4455 – Homiletics 101: Sermon Preparation
Students learn the fundamentals of preparing and delivering biblically sound and engaging sermons. The course focuses on sermon structure, communication skills, and effective preaching methods.
5) EVAN 3500 – Preaching the Word of God
This course explores the principles and practices of effective preaching, emphasizing communication skills, Spirit-led delivery, and connecting with listeners.
6) COMM 3780 – Communicating Christian Faith: Soulwinning
Students learn practical methods for sharing the gospel, responding to common objections, and leading individuals to faith in Christ.
7) EVAN 4900 – Studies in Radical Evangelism
Through historical case studies, students examine the lives and ministries of influential evangelists such as John Wesley, William Booth, and other leaders who impacted the world through evangelism.
8) HIST 3255 – Comparative World Religions
This course explores the beliefs and practices of the world’s major religions and examines how understanding these perspectives can help Christians share the gospel more effectively.
9) EVAN 3650 – Evangelism Methods
Students explore the biblical foundations and practical strategies of evangelism, including personal witnessing, outreach ministries, and evangelistic communication.
10) MINN 4355 – The Touch of Christ: Ministering to the Broken
This course explores the biblical foundations of ministering to those who are hurting and provides practical tools for offering prayer, compassion, and spiritual guidance.
11) PHIL 3211 – Philosophy of Evangelism
Students examine the philosophical foundations of evangelism and explore the role of evangelism throughout church history and in contemporary culture.
Why Choose AMES Christian University
For more than two decades, AMES Christian University has been committed to providing affordable, accessible Christian education to students around the world. Our programs are designed to equip believers with strong biblical knowledge and practical ministry training while allowing students to study at their own pace.
Affordable Christian Education
We are committed to keeping Christian education accessible. Our tuition rates have remained unchanged for over 19 years, allowing students to pursue their calling without overwhelming financial burden.
100% Online Learning
Students can begin their studies anytime and complete courses from anywhere in the world. Our flexible online format allows students to balance ministry, family, and career while continuing their education.
Open Enrollment Year-Round
There are no semesters or waiting periods. Students can begin their degree program whenever they are ready.
Ministry-Focused Training
Our programs emphasize practical ministry training combined with strong biblical foundations to prepare students for real-world ministry opportunities.
Serving Students Worldwide
Through our partnership with AMES International School of Ministry (AISOM), we have helped equip more than 90,000 students from over 180 nations for ministry since 2005.
Begin Your Ministry Training
If God has placed a calling on your life to serve His people, this program can help prepare you for effective ministry leadership.