Free courses from Ozark Christian College
by Mark Moore
On the Jesus Trail by Mark Moore is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Shane J. Wood
In this series, Shane J. Wood, Ph.D. (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will help you think critically about the book of Revelation and read it for what the text says and not what you have always been told that it says. Shane hopes to simplify the book so that you can deliver a blessing to those who read it.
by Jim Dalrymple
Enemies of the Cross by Jim Dalrymple is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Randy Gariss
Emotional Maturity by Randy Gariss will help you understand and address why your own emotional maturity may be lagging behind your “spiritual maturity” and what to do about it.
by Mike Ackerman
Mike Ackerman (Church Planting & New Testament Professor at Ozark Christian College) breaks down the story of Ezekiel, the exiles in Babylon, the coming judgment, and the restoration and presence of God. Mike reminds us that God is sending out his people today with a message of good news and life that is found in Jesus Christ.
Mike Ackerman (church planting and New Testament professor at Ozark Christian College) walks through the book of Malachi verse by verse, teaching that God’s love for his people should motivate a desire to bring our best to worship, to be faithful leaders, and to allow our love for one another to be an expression of our love for God.
Mike Ackerman (Church Planting & New Testament at Ozark Christian College) describes this letter between Paul and Titus as a family conversation on how to relate well in a society at odds with his faith and how to relate with other believers. This is a reminder for Christians today to pursue godly lives no matter what environment we find ourselves in.
by Kenny Boles
In this series, Kenny Boles (retired New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will walk through the eyewitness of John chapter by chapter, helping you to choose to believe and find life in Jesus.
by Rick Cherok
History of the Restoration Movement by Dr. Rick Cherok is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Jim Dalrymple (New Testament & Church Leadership Professor at Ozark Christian College) encourages us to use the letter written to the scattered church as a reminder of who God is, what he has done in history, and the hope he has given us. When we remember these things, we can strive to be holy people in any relationship we have and through any suffering we may face.
In this series, Jim Dalrymple (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will unpack various texts from 1 Timothy and Titus in effort to encourage and train church leaders. This series is designed as a training resource for church leaders.
Introduction to the Gospels by Jim Dalrymple (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
In this series, Jim Dalrymple (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will unpack Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5-7. This series will share Jesus’ opening lines of his ministry and give reminders of how to align yourself with the kingdom of heaven.
by Beth DeFazio
Beth DeFazio (Biblical Communication & Speech Professor at Ozark Christian College) explores the salvation story of Esther and the Jewish people, as they overcome one man’s plan to destroy them all. Beth shows us that even when God is silent from our story, he is in control. God cares deeply for his people, he listens to their cries for help, and he acts justly.
by Michael DeFazio
Michael DeFazio (New Testament & Hermeneutics Professor at Ozark Christian College) will walk you through the book of 1 Samuel. See God’s people transition between the time of the judges and the time of the kings. Remember God's call to obey and his ability to bring good from pain.
Michael DeFazio (New Testament and hermeneutics professor at Ozark Christian College) opens the book of 2 Samuel to discuss what we can learn about God and ourselves through the life and reign of David. By discovering what kind of King David will be, we can see our own need to repent from sin and receive God’s grace.
Michael DeFazio (New Testament and Hermeneutics Professor at Ozark Christian College) takes a verse-by verse look at the book of Colossians to celebrate Christ’s supremacy and encourage us to keep walking in Christ. Michael explains the framework to spiritual formation and how family and work relationships are a matter of discipleship. The heart of this study is the reminder that Jesus is enough to save you completely.
In this series, Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will walk through the book of Ephesians, explaining how this unique expression of the gospel shows peace through grace. This study will also encourage you to move from division to unity as the body of Christ.
In this series, Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will help you hear God’s voice by learning how to read the Bible more effectively.
In this series, Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will walk through the book of Philippians encouraging you to live a cruciform life. This series will show how the gospel changes people.
Prayer by Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
In this series, Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will walk through the book of Romans to clarify the Gospel, unify the church, and prove God’s righteousness.
by Chris Dewelt
The Global Mission by Chris Dewelt is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Kingdom Leadership by Randy Gariss is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Married and in Love by Randy Gariss is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Mesmerized: A Study of Glory in the Scripture by Randy Gariss is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Kevin Greer
Student Ministry Training by Kevin Greer is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Identity is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO. Kevin Greer, Matthew McBirth, Sara Hill, and Doug Aldridge teach these sessions.
by Jon Kehrer
Jon Kehrer (Old Testament and Biblical Languages Professor at Ozark Christian College) walks through ten words—also known as the 10 commandments—that God gave the Israelites. Learn how these ten words teach us to hear God’s voice and live out the kingdom of heaven here and now.
In this series, Jon Kehrer (Old Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will look into the depths of Scripture discovering God’s sovereign plan throughout history. You will also be given tools to study scripture for yourself to understand Jesus as the Messiah.
Jon Kehrer (Old Testament and biblical languages professor at Ozark Christian College) will teach the good news about Jesus according to what Isaiah has to say. Jon will show the glorious picture of what God laid out for us in the coming of the Messiah and how his coming can transform our lives today.
In this series, Jon Kehrer (Old Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will topically walk through the first five books of the Old Testament. It will focus on specific portraits of God that we see in the Pentateuch, such as “A God Who Saves, Fights, Loves,” and more.
by Chad Ragsdale
Dr. Chad Ragsdale, academic dean and New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College, will help answer your questions about faith, truth, and suffering. This study will help you wrestle with hard questions and learn to effectively communicate and engage with our culture.
In this series, Chad Ragsdale (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will walk through the book of Hebrews and talk about its relevance to Christians today. He will challenge you to divert your attention from the troubles in this world, turn to Jesus’ presence, and encourage you to persevere.
by Teresa Roberts
Children's Ministry Training by Dr. Teresa Roberts is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Mark Scott
Dr. Mark Scott (retired preaching professor and former academic dean of Ozark Christian College) walks through the book of Ezra, teaching about God’s people coming out of Babylonian captivity and going home to the land of Israel. Israel was far from perfect, but God was preparing them for the advent of Jesus Christ.
In this series, Dr. Mark Scott (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will unpack the miracles of Jesus in the gospels allowing you to discover their nature and purpose.
In this series, Dr. Mark Scott (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will help you to think about parables as the upside down stories that Jesus told to teach about the dynamic reign of God in the world.
Mark Scott (Preaching & New Testament Professor at Ozark Christian College) gives us a glimpse into Habakkuk’s job description—preparing God’s people for Babylonian captivity. Marks explains how we can maintain faith in God when the world seems to be falling apart. The key to this faith for the people entering captivity is the same for us today: to pray yet.
Dr. Mark Scott (retired preaching professor and former academic dean of Ozark Christian College) will walk through the book of Joel. In these sessions, you'll learn that if you choose to rend your heart, creation will respond, God will come down, and the nations will notice. Learn how repentance paves the way for God to come.
by Doug Welch
In this series, Doug Welch (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will help those who feels stuck and don’t know what to do as a Christian. It will give you an understanding of what salvation really is by unpacking the final seven statements of Jesus made on the cross.
This series is based on Shane J. Wood’s book, Between Two Trees. In this series, Shane J. Wood, Ph.D. (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will show that the Bible ends the way it begins. He will help you discover the transformation that takes place in Jesus from death to life.
Beth DeFazio (Biblical Communication & Speech Professor at Ozark Christian College) explores the story of Ruth. a devoted non-Israelite woman with virtue, love, faithfulness and loyalty. This lesson shows how grief can turn to joy if you put your trust in God.
In this series, Jon Kehrer (Old Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) explores the importance of Zechariah. Zechariah is just a little book in the Old Testament but holds a key hinge point between the Old and New Testament.
In this series, Jon Kehrer (Old Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) talks about Jeremiah which he considers a book full of mourning. It discusses how God walks with His people in times of chaos and pain.
by Matt Stafford
More Than Prayers: Seeing Jesus in the Psalms by Matt Stafford is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Galatians by Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Leviticus by Michael DeFazio (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Shane Wood
The Book of Daniel: Exile, Identity and the God Who Saves by Shane Wood (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
by Misc. Professors
Basic Christian Doctrine is part of Next Level, a free video resource from Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
