Est. 1976
Olford Ministries International
Inc.
How Can They Hear without a Preacher?
Practical courses to help you teach and preach the Bible better.Ministry to ministers is ministry to multitudes.
– Dr. Stephen Olford



Pastors from 40 different countries have come to Memphis to be trained in expository preaching.
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July 9-12, 2018: Expository Preaching and Teaching Essentials
Bringing together the spiritual, personal, and practical elements of expository preaching, in our startup course on expositional teaching you will learn:
- Theological essentials of what expository preaching is and does, as well as its biblical authority,
- Practical essentials of the development and delivery of expository sermons,
- Spiritual formation of the preacher,
- Fundamental elements of incarnational preaching,
- The place of the Holy Spirit in preaching.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
July 13-16, 2018: Evangelistic Expository Preaching
Your evangelistic zeal will be ignited as you are equipped to proclaim the Gospel faithfully. Special attention is given to:
1. The content of the Gospel message,
2. The preparation of evangelistic messages,
3. The distinctives and dynamics of evangelist proclamation and invitation,
4. Guidelines for follow-up work, discipleship training and biblical church growth.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
July 17-20, 2018: Strengthening Expository Preaching
Strengthening your expository preaching skills in 3 areas:
- Some of the challenging elements of the sermon that every preacher faces,
- Some of the interpretive traps to avoid and guidelines to follow,
- How to study, interpret, and sermonize some of the different types of biblical literature.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org
July 23-26, 2018: Practical Preaching and Teaching Workshop
In this small-group atmosphere you will:
- Submit a sermon outline for peer review,
- Receive constructive feedback and critique of a message you present “live” at the workshop,
- Improve your teaching and preaching skills through personal coaching from experienced preachers.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
July 27-30, 2018: Expository Preaching and Spiritual Growth
You will learn expository preaching with the goal of helping Christians grow in the Lord and into Christ-likeness. Sessions will center on:
1. Defining spiritual maturity and immaturity,
2. The spiritual growth of the preacher,
3. The spiritual growth of a local church.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
July 31-August 3, 2018: Biblical Leadership
This course, designed for church leaders, parachurch leaders, and denominational leaders, will:
1. Grow you in your biblical understanding of incarnational leadership in ministry and the Church,
2. Enhance your God-given gifts to more effectively lead, mentor, and instruct the people of God,
3. Teach you how to encourage those you lead in practical participation in the ministry of the Church.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Sept. 11-14, 2018: Expository Preaching and Teaching Essentials
Bringing together the spiritual, personal, and practical elements of expository preaching, in our startup course on expositional teaching you will learn:
- Theological essentials of what expository preaching is and does, as well as its biblical authority,
- Practical essentials of the development and delivery of expository sermons,
- Spiritual formation of the preacher,
- Fundamental elements of incarnational preaching,
- The place of the Holy Spirit in preaching.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Sept. 17-20, 2018: Strengthening Expository Preaching
Strengthening your expository preaching skills in 3 areas:
- Some of the challenging elements of the sermon that every preacher faces,
- Some of the interpretive traps to avoid and guidelines to follow,
- How to study, interpret, and sermonize some of the different types of biblical literature.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org
Sept. 21-24, 2018: Evangelistic Expository Preaching
Your evangelistic zeal will be ignited as you are equipped to proclaim the Gospel faithfully. Special attention is given to:
1. The content of the Gospel message,
2. The preparation of evangelistic messages,
3. The distinctives and dynamics of evangelist proclamation and invitation,
4. Guidelines for follow-up work, discipleship training and biblical church growth.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Sept. 25-28, 2018: Expository Preaching and Spiritual Growth
You will learn expository preaching with the goal of helping Christians grow in the Lord and into Christ-likeness. Sessions will center on:
1. Defining spiritual maturity and immaturity,
2. The spiritual growth of the preacher,
3. The spiritual growth of a local church.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Oct. 1-4, 2018: Biblical Leadership
This course, designed for church leaders, parachurch leaders, and denominational leaders, will:
1. Grow you in your biblical understanding of incarnational leadership in ministry and the Church,
2. Enhance your God-given gifts to more effectively lead, mentor, and instruct the people of God,
3. Teach you how to encourage those you lead in practical participation in the ministry of the Church.
Register here or for more information call Betty at 901.453.6422 or email her at bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Oct. 9-12, 2018: Practical Preaching and Teaching Workshop
In this small-group atmosphere you will:
- Submit a sermon outline for peer review,
- Receive constructive feedback and critique of a message you present “live” at the workshop,
- Improve your teaching and preaching skills through personal coaching from experienced preachers.
Register online or contact us for more information: 901.453.6422 or bpeppenhorst@gmfonline.org.
Pick your courses.
Most of our courses are 4-day intensive learning experiences. Read the descriptions and see which courses interest you.
Expository Preaching & Teaching Essentials
Explore spiritual, personal, and practical elements of expository preaching.
$340
Course + Meals
Expository Preaching & Teaching Essentials (Spanish)
Explore los elementos espirituales, personales y prácticos de la predicación expositiva en español.
$340
Course + Meals
Strengthening Expository Preaching
Strengthen your expository preaching of different genres and challenging interpretative areas.
$340
Course + Meals
Expository Preaching & Spiritual Growth
Learn to focus on helping Christians become more Christ-like and mature in the Lord through your expository preaching.
$340
Course + Meals
Evangelistic Expository Preaching
Ignite your evangelistic zeal as you are equipped to proclaim the Gospel faithfully.
$340
Course + Meals
Biblical Leadership
Grow in your understanding of incarnational leadership in ministry and enhance your God-given gifts to lead more effectively.
$340
Course + Meals
Practical Preaching & Teaching Workshop
Improve your teaching and preaching skills through personal coaching from experienced preachers.
$340
Course + Meals
Planning Your Preaching
Experienced preachers help you prayerfully plan your preaching schedule for 6-12 months.
$340
Course + Meals
Preaching School
If you complete six institutes above, attend this final workshop to receive further personal instruction and feedback on your preaching.
$340
Course + Meals
Certificate Program
Students can earn a Certificate in Expository Preaching upon completion of the various courses above and additional focused reading assignments, preaching and writing assignments, and various practical assessments.
Graduates will have the distintion of being “Stephen Olford Fellows,” which indicates a person’s commitment to expository preaching and a desire to promote expository preaching in the future.
All institutes are taught by:
Dr. Ted Rendall – resident minister and professor with Olford Ministries International and curator of the T.S. Rendall collection, a 30,000+ volume ministry research library, Chancellor Emeritus of Prairie Bible Institute,
Dr. David Olford – president of Olford Ministries International and resident lecturer at GMF’s Stephen Olford Center,
Dr. Stephen Olford (via DVD) – founder of Olford Ministries International and GMF’s Stephen Olford Center,
Guest lecturers – experienced preachers who are experts in their fields are sometimes invited to supplement curriculum. Guest lecturers will be noted in the course descriptions above when possible.
