Neil T. Anderson - Freedom in Christ Leaders Guide (2017 Edition)

2017 by Neil T. Anderson and Steve Goss. Original edition published in English under the title Freedom in Christ Discipleship Course, 3rd edition and The Steps to Freedom in Christ, 3rd edition by Lion Hudson IP Ltd, Oxford, England.

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What Leaders Say

Men, women, and middle and high school students have been radically transformed. The prayers of repentance and the experience of Gods cleansing and forgiveness have broken the grip of sin and have caused hearts to be healed and restored. Thanks be to God our church and community are forever changed.

Bob Huisman, Pastor, Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, Hudsonville, MI, USA

One of the most satisfying and rewarding things in running the Freedom In Christ Course is the joy of seeing how the life-transforming Spirit-led teaching opened the eyes of participants hearts to receive the eternal truth of God that sets us free to live the full life in Christ as his disciples. I recommend it highly to anyone serious about discipleship in the church.

Chuah Seong Peng, Senior Pastor, Holy Light Presbyterian Church, Johor Baru, Malaysia

The Freedom In Christ Course changed me and put me in a position to minister to people in a much more effective way. It really changes the way Christians think about themselves. God uses it restore peoples lives and to deliver them from a lot of baggage, strongholds, and religion. The course is now the main part of our discipleship program and is a requirement for members wanting to become part of any ministry as well as for couples planning to get married.

Frikkie Elstadt, Every Nation Patria, Mossel Bay, South Africa

Increasingly, new Christians are carrying huge amounts of spiritual baggage, hurts, and strongholds. Traditional discipleship material focusing on growth, gifts, and giving was not getting through. We have seen folk suddenly being propelled forward at a rate unseen before. This is a very balanced, Biblically-based, well-presented course that God is powerfully using.

Sam Griffiths, Wellington Baptist Church, Somerset, UK

Our church has changed as a result of this course. Those who come to Christ and who do the course end up with a rock solid start to their faith. We have also seen people come to faith through it and get very well established by knowing their true identity.

Pastor Sam Scott, Eltham Baptist Church, Australia

We have a vision for many small groups in our church and throughout our region. The Freedom In Christ Course has proved to be excellent in helping us fulfill that vision. We have been using it for many years and God has used it to start a lot of new groups.

Barnabs Balogh, Baptist Church Pastor, Szeged, Hungary

I stopped teaching and preaching in the church for three months and concentrated totally on the Freedom In Christ Course . It lays a foundation as a wise master builder on which others can build. It is the pure milk of the Word that everyone needs to grow.

Korush Partovi, Pastor, Iranian Church, Isparta, Turkey

Weve been doing the Freedom In Christ Course for several years. Its a great tool that can help people to apply the truths of the Word of God to their own lives in a practical way. We have seen great freedom as a result of realizing and applying these principles, destroying strongholds and negative mindsets that had been there for years. I highly recommend it to every one.

Alessandro Gatti, Pastor, Baptist Church, Casorate Primo, Italy

Our people have been encouraged and motivated to move up a gear. Many shared that they feel somehow different and are experiencing a deeper sense of inward freedom. It has brought unity into our church like never before.

Elizabeth Byrne, Hacketstown Christian Centre, Co. Carlow, Ireland

The Freedom In Christ Course helps the individual to understand that most of his problems are rooted in the way he thinks . Then, it provides him with the tools to renounce the unhealthy thought patterns and the lies of the enemy by applying the Word of God, by the help of the Holy Spirit. It results in overcoming weaknesses, breaking bondages, and living in the freedom of Christ.

Gevik Hairapetian, Pastor, Persian Speaking Church, Venlo, Holland

Even after growing up in the church, studying at a Christian college, and finishing a year of seminary, I had never been taught the Scriptural principles I learned through the Freedom In Christ materials. Knowing my identity in Christ and understanding the spiritual battle helped me overcome anger, depression, and addiction through the power of Christ. After 20+ years of full-time pastoral ministry, I can honestly say I wouldnt have made it this far, or helped as many people, without the message and ministry of FICM.

Dan Studt, Pastor, Praxis Church, Syracuse, NY, USA

As a pastor, I have read many resources on freedom and discipleship. The Freedom In Christ resource is well written and relevant to every church, no matter what denomination. It really helps church members to know their true identity in Christ and reclaim their freedom in Him.

Rev. Abel A. Akinbode, Zion Baptist Church, Oketunji Area, Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria

Those of us who have received the teaching and had a Freedom Appointment have been changed by the profound nature of the teaching of Gods Word on who we are in Christ, and what this means for us and the church. We highly recommend FIC to churches looking for a teaching of the Gospel that will disciple and change the hearts of church members, so that they are free to look outwards and help build Gods Kingdom.

Aidan Tod, St. Josephs Roman Catholic Church, Guildford, UK

We are spiritual beings who need spiritual freedom. But we may not experience it to the full if we fail to resolve our inner spiritual conflicts, such as unforgiveness, sinful practices, believing lies about ourselves and God. This course enabled me to identify and resolve these conflicts.

Dainis Pandars, Preacher, Trinity Baptist Church, Ogre, Latvia

It has given us the tools for spiritual growth and imparts a sense of personal responsibility in being a disciple of Jesus.

Helcio & Angela Lange da Silva, Evangelical Church, Mondim de Basto, Portugal

The material is not new but is good old-fashioned Christianity. What Neil Anderson and Steve Goss have done is to package it in a very accessible and usable way.