Vision Statement

The Ascension Life School of Ministry (Bible College) has a two-fold purpose in meeting the requirements of the Associate of Applied Ministry degree (A.A.M) and Bachelor of Applied Ministry Degree (B.A.M). First, special emphasis is given to the fields of applied/practical ministry, where students are introduced to subjects that are purposed to help with their spiritual walk and development (spiritual maturity), as well as their ability to do the work of the ministry (Eph 4:11–16; Mark 16:15–18). Second, a strong biblical foundation is laid so that students will be equipped to give a reasoned defense for their Christian beliefs and practices (1 Pet 3:15; 2 Tim 3:16-17), as well as the ability to articulate a biblical worldview that (1) gives glory to God, (2) exalts the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and (3) promotes the gospel of the kingdom, coupled with miracles, signs, and wonders.

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Objectives and Outcomes

The Associate of Applied Ministry degree (A.A.M.) and the Bachelor of Applied Ministry degree (B.A.M.) is a one-year and three-year degree program that meets twice a week, Mondays and Wednesdays (6:30pm), at Ascension Life Church, Athens, TN. Monday nights focus on spiritual development (e.g., spiritual formation, forgiveness, prayer, inner healing, etc.), as well as the applied/practical ministry side of equipping the saints for the work of the ministry (e.g., healing the sick, faith, prophecy, etc.). Wednesday nights focus on key Christian topics (e.g., eternal life, salvation, righteousness, our identity in Christ, grace, justification by faith, etc.). The Associate of Applied Ministry degree (A.A.M.) is a one year course, and those taking the A.A.M are considered 1st year students. The Bachelor of Applied Ministry degree (B.A.M) is a two-year course, and those taking the B.A.M are considered 2nd or 3rd year students. The prerequisite to the B.A.M is the successful completion of the 1st year Associate of Applied Ministry degree (A.A.M) program.

Degree Requirements

In order to complete the degree requirements for the Ascension Life School of Ministry and be issued a diploma at the end of the year (A.A.M or B.A.M.), students must attend both Monday and Wednesday nights. Students are required to attend all classes and are allowed to only miss five (5) Monday night classes and five (5) Wednesday night classes during a calendar year. At no time can a student miss three (3) consecutive Mondays or Wednesdays. Exceptions to the attendance rule (e.g., death in the family, hospitalization, work, etc.) will be on a case-by-case basis. However, special accommodations are given to those who are working in some capacity of church ministry (e.g., nursery, children’s church, safety team, etc.) on a school night.

Course Instructors

Darrell and Julie

Darrell Simbeck

(B.S., M.T.S., Th.M., Ph.D.*)

Degrees and Background

B.S. in Organizational Management, Covenant College, Lookout Mountain GA.

M.T.S (Master of Biblical and Theological Studies), Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA.

Th.M. (Master of Theology), Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA.

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy in Renewal Theology), Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA.

* Currently working towards the completion of the PhD requirement, Regent University.

Linda Miller

Linda Miller

(B.S.)

Degrees and Background

B.S. in Art, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.
Healing University Training (Online), Charis Bible College, Woodland Park, CO.
Relationship University Training (Online), Charis Bible College, Woodland Park, CO.
Prayer Ministry Training (Correspondence), Charis Bible College, Woodland Park, CO.
Basic and Advanced Sozo Training, Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (Off campus),
Redding, CA.
Hosting the Presence of God Course, Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (Off campus),
Redding, CA.
Supernatural Power of the Transformed Mind Course, Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry
(Off campus), Redding, CA.
Healing, Bill Johnson and Randy Clark.
Healing, Miracles, Signs and Wonders Training, Fresh Fire Ministries.

Brian Associate pastor

Brian Miller

(B.A.)

Degrees and Background

B.A. in Pastoral/Christian Ministries, Lee University, Cleveland, TN.