Foothill Church Institute

We have partnered with Spurgeon College at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and are excited to provide a pathway to undergraduate class credit through our Training Program. These credit hours may be applied to an undergraduate degree program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degrees) at Spurgeon College, and qualifying students may submit credit for graduate-level Advanced Standing consideration at Midwestern Seminary (up to one-third of a Master’s degree).

At Foothill Church Institute (FCI), we believe that everyone is a theologian.

We believe that the local church is the organism that Jesus Christ has entrusted with theological education and the discipleship of believers (Matthew 28:18-20). Through transformative discipleship environments inside the church, we hope to make the Bible and theological education accessible to everyone.

That’s why we have partnered with Spurgeon College at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and are excited to provide a pathway to undergraduate class credit through our Training Program. These credit hours may be applied to an undergraduate degree program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degrees) at Spurgeon College, and qualifying students may submit credit for graduate-level Advanced Standing consideration at Midwestern Seminary (up to one-third of a Master’s degree).

There are no additional costs to register for our Training Program with Foothill Church Institute but space is limited. Courses in the Training Program are equivalent to college-level courses offered at Spurgeon College, the undergraduate division of Midwestern. This program is meant for growing disciples and developing church leaders. The total course load for each class is about 135 hours over 11 weeks.

FCI Classes Currently Available

Biblical Theology

Step into a deeper understanding of your faith with our Biblical Theology class. This course is crafted to offer students not only a comprehensive understanding of God’s unfolding purposes in redemptive history but also practical value for their spiritual growth. By delving into the chronological narrative from creation to the culmination in Revelation, students will gain insights that can be applied to their personal lives and faith journeys.

The emphasis on inductive Bible study of key passages and themes equips students with practical tools to engage deeply with Scripture, fostering a richer understanding of God’s plan. This course is designed to empower students with knowledge that goes beyond theory, enabling them to navigate and apply biblical principles in their daily lives.