2

Letter from the PresidentHow the Training WorksDaily Life at EllerslieThe Basic Training OverviewCosts Dates amp DetailsThe Advanced Training OverviewCampus Details and LocaleStudent TestimoniesWhy EllerslieThe Rebirth of HonorContact us

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Table of Contents

2

THE RETURN OF THE IRISH ELK

The Irish Elk is now extinct Many modern folk shrug nonchalantly at such news for such tidings mean very little to them But to those who know what the Irish Elk once was its extinction is a tragedy For the Irish Elk was once a picture of majesty Its head reached heights over ten feet tall with a rack of antlers which sprawled twelve feet in diameter and an additional five feet upwards into the ancient skies Thatrsquos fifteen feet of pure and utter awe

Ellersliersquos Campus is forty-five minutes from beautiful Estes Park Colorado where it is common to view elk herds grazing Irsquove grown up around elk but not Irish Elk Elk are impressive creatures with a hint of majesty on their brow And if I didnrsquot know about the Irish Elk I wouldnrsquot complain about the bull elks in Estes Park (literally one-fourth the size of the Irish variety) and their tiny racks of antlers But I do know about the Irish Elk and thusly I have a vision of what an elk truly ought to be

Irsquod like to draw a parallel between the Irish Elk and triumphant Christianity Both roamed the earth in history past and both seem to have gone extinct in our modern day Oh we still have a less triumphant version of Christianity that can be observed today however it would seem that this modern species stands less than one-fourth the size of its mighty ancestor Itrsquos Christianity minus the majesty

And yet before we bemoan the loss I wish to declare that there is a stirring within the ranks of the Christian soldiers of our day Itrsquos a desire to see the rack of glory return Itrsquos a yearning to see the ancient heavenly majesty thunder once again upon the stage of time

3

For in an age where spiritual mediocrity is praised within the corridors of the Christian faith moral lassitude is overlooked and the post-modern silt of the Emergent Church is tacitly exonerated in our midst ndash there is a need for lion-hearted believers to emerge Or should I say ldquoIrish Elkrdquo Christians to rise up

All one must do is read the Bible and one will see how far we are from the stature of our Cross-purchased ancestry But how do we get from where we are to where we ought to be There is a very simple solution There must be more of Jesus in our lives in our families and in our churches More time given to Him in prayer and pursuit more of our souls opened up for Him to rule and control He is majesty And for majesty to return He must be given the preeminence in all things (Col 118)

Ellerslie is a training environment where this very thing is happening ldquoThe Return of the Irish Elkrdquo is not merely a humorous unofficial motto amongst our students and faculty itrsquos a very serious articulation of an actual real-world event being witnessed by each and every person on our campus It is a moment-by-moment yearning in our souls for the return of Christianity as it ought to be

There is a need in this day for souls polished pure by the fire of God hearts built courageous by the training of the Spirit and minds tempered and harnessed by the unchanging Truth of Scripture After all who will stand when all others subside into a seated silence Who will fight for Truth when all others have determined fighting for Truth to be harmful and incorrect

The time has come for the Church to regain its ancient rack of glory and to rise up and remove the spit from the face of Jesus Christ The return of the Irish Elk Christian is at hand

So whorsquos with us

Eric W Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

4

HOW THE TRAINING WORKSEllerslie Training specializes in taking students deeper with God and

providing an atmosphere in which a love for the Word of God prayer and Biblical study can be cultivated We are more of a spiritual-training retreat than a classical school environment But though our primary goal is to help students go deeper with Christ we are also very purposeful about giving students a strong Scriptural understanding and Biblical framework as they walk through this deepening process

bull A passionate love for the Word of God

bull A clear and intimate understanding of the Gospel life

bull The cultivation of a vibrant prayer life

bull An establishment of healthy life-long spiritual behavior patterns

bull An intercessorrsquos mentality - being made strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This is what we specialize in at Ellerslie - stoking the fire of the human soul - acquainting Christians with the enormity of our God and His ability to bring about a very real triumph in the human soul

In the Ellerslie Training program we donrsquot merely talk about prayer ndash we pray We incorporate powerful prayer into our mornings afternoons evenings and nights

We donrsquot just talk about the importance of the Word of God ndash we get into it we dig deep into the rich ore of its life-giving substance we learn to cherish every word the poetry of its cadence the power and efficacy of its Truth

Photos compliments of Bri Tabler

5

We donrsquot just talk about the Cross we experience its redemptive and life-altering power We grab a hold of its strength We let it break us rebuild us and fortify us to enter this battle truly ready to make a difference

We donrsquot just talk about the least we prepare ourselves practically to be poured out on their behalf We explore the ideas of real-world intercession of courageously standing in harmrsquos way to act on behalf of the vulnerable

At Ellerslie our desire is not to talk about Christianity but to live it If you are looking for head-knowledge about God and His Word yoursquoll get it here ndash but you will also get a lot more There are plenty of Christian programs that could give you the academics of the Christian faith ndash and we certainly donrsquot shy away from offering them But we specialize in helping studentrsquos experience the substance of the Christian faith This program may not be for everybody But if you are hungry for the sort of things just mentioned it may just be for you

Ellerslie Students at Horsetooth Reservoir Colorado

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

2

THE RETURN OF THE IRISH ELK

The Irish Elk is now extinct Many modern folk shrug nonchalantly at such news for such tidings mean very little to them But to those who know what the Irish Elk once was its extinction is a tragedy For the Irish Elk was once a picture of majesty Its head reached heights over ten feet tall with a rack of antlers which sprawled twelve feet in diameter and an additional five feet upwards into the ancient skies Thatrsquos fifteen feet of pure and utter awe

Ellersliersquos Campus is forty-five minutes from beautiful Estes Park Colorado where it is common to view elk herds grazing Irsquove grown up around elk but not Irish Elk Elk are impressive creatures with a hint of majesty on their brow And if I didnrsquot know about the Irish Elk I wouldnrsquot complain about the bull elks in Estes Park (literally one-fourth the size of the Irish variety) and their tiny racks of antlers But I do know about the Irish Elk and thusly I have a vision of what an elk truly ought to be

Irsquod like to draw a parallel between the Irish Elk and triumphant Christianity Both roamed the earth in history past and both seem to have gone extinct in our modern day Oh we still have a less triumphant version of Christianity that can be observed today however it would seem that this modern species stands less than one-fourth the size of its mighty ancestor Itrsquos Christianity minus the majesty

And yet before we bemoan the loss I wish to declare that there is a stirring within the ranks of the Christian soldiers of our day Itrsquos a desire to see the rack of glory return Itrsquos a yearning to see the ancient heavenly majesty thunder once again upon the stage of time

3

For in an age where spiritual mediocrity is praised within the corridors of the Christian faith moral lassitude is overlooked and the post-modern silt of the Emergent Church is tacitly exonerated in our midst ndash there is a need for lion-hearted believers to emerge Or should I say ldquoIrish Elkrdquo Christians to rise up

All one must do is read the Bible and one will see how far we are from the stature of our Cross-purchased ancestry But how do we get from where we are to where we ought to be There is a very simple solution There must be more of Jesus in our lives in our families and in our churches More time given to Him in prayer and pursuit more of our souls opened up for Him to rule and control He is majesty And for majesty to return He must be given the preeminence in all things (Col 118)

Ellerslie is a training environment where this very thing is happening ldquoThe Return of the Irish Elkrdquo is not merely a humorous unofficial motto amongst our students and faculty itrsquos a very serious articulation of an actual real-world event being witnessed by each and every person on our campus It is a moment-by-moment yearning in our souls for the return of Christianity as it ought to be

There is a need in this day for souls polished pure by the fire of God hearts built courageous by the training of the Spirit and minds tempered and harnessed by the unchanging Truth of Scripture After all who will stand when all others subside into a seated silence Who will fight for Truth when all others have determined fighting for Truth to be harmful and incorrect

The time has come for the Church to regain its ancient rack of glory and to rise up and remove the spit from the face of Jesus Christ The return of the Irish Elk Christian is at hand

So whorsquos with us

Eric W Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

4

HOW THE TRAINING WORKSEllerslie Training specializes in taking students deeper with God and

providing an atmosphere in which a love for the Word of God prayer and Biblical study can be cultivated We are more of a spiritual-training retreat than a classical school environment But though our primary goal is to help students go deeper with Christ we are also very purposeful about giving students a strong Scriptural understanding and Biblical framework as they walk through this deepening process

bull A passionate love for the Word of God

bull A clear and intimate understanding of the Gospel life

bull The cultivation of a vibrant prayer life

bull An establishment of healthy life-long spiritual behavior patterns

bull An intercessorrsquos mentality - being made strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This is what we specialize in at Ellerslie - stoking the fire of the human soul - acquainting Christians with the enormity of our God and His ability to bring about a very real triumph in the human soul

In the Ellerslie Training program we donrsquot merely talk about prayer ndash we pray We incorporate powerful prayer into our mornings afternoons evenings and nights

We donrsquot just talk about the importance of the Word of God ndash we get into it we dig deep into the rich ore of its life-giving substance we learn to cherish every word the poetry of its cadence the power and efficacy of its Truth

Photos compliments of Bri Tabler

5

We donrsquot just talk about the Cross we experience its redemptive and life-altering power We grab a hold of its strength We let it break us rebuild us and fortify us to enter this battle truly ready to make a difference

We donrsquot just talk about the least we prepare ourselves practically to be poured out on their behalf We explore the ideas of real-world intercession of courageously standing in harmrsquos way to act on behalf of the vulnerable

At Ellerslie our desire is not to talk about Christianity but to live it If you are looking for head-knowledge about God and His Word yoursquoll get it here ndash but you will also get a lot more There are plenty of Christian programs that could give you the academics of the Christian faith ndash and we certainly donrsquot shy away from offering them But we specialize in helping studentrsquos experience the substance of the Christian faith This program may not be for everybody But if you are hungry for the sort of things just mentioned it may just be for you

Ellerslie Students at Horsetooth Reservoir Colorado

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

3

For in an age where spiritual mediocrity is praised within the corridors of the Christian faith moral lassitude is overlooked and the post-modern silt of the Emergent Church is tacitly exonerated in our midst ndash there is a need for lion-hearted believers to emerge Or should I say ldquoIrish Elkrdquo Christians to rise up

All one must do is read the Bible and one will see how far we are from the stature of our Cross-purchased ancestry But how do we get from where we are to where we ought to be There is a very simple solution There must be more of Jesus in our lives in our families and in our churches More time given to Him in prayer and pursuit more of our souls opened up for Him to rule and control He is majesty And for majesty to return He must be given the preeminence in all things (Col 118)

Ellerslie is a training environment where this very thing is happening ldquoThe Return of the Irish Elkrdquo is not merely a humorous unofficial motto amongst our students and faculty itrsquos a very serious articulation of an actual real-world event being witnessed by each and every person on our campus It is a moment-by-moment yearning in our souls for the return of Christianity as it ought to be

There is a need in this day for souls polished pure by the fire of God hearts built courageous by the training of the Spirit and minds tempered and harnessed by the unchanging Truth of Scripture After all who will stand when all others subside into a seated silence Who will fight for Truth when all others have determined fighting for Truth to be harmful and incorrect

The time has come for the Church to regain its ancient rack of glory and to rise up and remove the spit from the face of Jesus Christ The return of the Irish Elk Christian is at hand

So whorsquos with us

Eric W Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

4

HOW THE TRAINING WORKSEllerslie Training specializes in taking students deeper with God and

providing an atmosphere in which a love for the Word of God prayer and Biblical study can be cultivated We are more of a spiritual-training retreat than a classical school environment But though our primary goal is to help students go deeper with Christ we are also very purposeful about giving students a strong Scriptural understanding and Biblical framework as they walk through this deepening process

bull A passionate love for the Word of God

bull A clear and intimate understanding of the Gospel life

bull The cultivation of a vibrant prayer life

bull An establishment of healthy life-long spiritual behavior patterns

bull An intercessorrsquos mentality - being made strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This is what we specialize in at Ellerslie - stoking the fire of the human soul - acquainting Christians with the enormity of our God and His ability to bring about a very real triumph in the human soul

In the Ellerslie Training program we donrsquot merely talk about prayer ndash we pray We incorporate powerful prayer into our mornings afternoons evenings and nights

We donrsquot just talk about the importance of the Word of God ndash we get into it we dig deep into the rich ore of its life-giving substance we learn to cherish every word the poetry of its cadence the power and efficacy of its Truth

Photos compliments of Bri Tabler

5

We donrsquot just talk about the Cross we experience its redemptive and life-altering power We grab a hold of its strength We let it break us rebuild us and fortify us to enter this battle truly ready to make a difference

We donrsquot just talk about the least we prepare ourselves practically to be poured out on their behalf We explore the ideas of real-world intercession of courageously standing in harmrsquos way to act on behalf of the vulnerable

At Ellerslie our desire is not to talk about Christianity but to live it If you are looking for head-knowledge about God and His Word yoursquoll get it here ndash but you will also get a lot more There are plenty of Christian programs that could give you the academics of the Christian faith ndash and we certainly donrsquot shy away from offering them But we specialize in helping studentrsquos experience the substance of the Christian faith This program may not be for everybody But if you are hungry for the sort of things just mentioned it may just be for you

Ellerslie Students at Horsetooth Reservoir Colorado

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

4

HOW THE TRAINING WORKSEllerslie Training specializes in taking students deeper with God and

providing an atmosphere in which a love for the Word of God prayer and Biblical study can be cultivated We are more of a spiritual-training retreat than a classical school environment But though our primary goal is to help students go deeper with Christ we are also very purposeful about giving students a strong Scriptural understanding and Biblical framework as they walk through this deepening process

bull A passionate love for the Word of God

bull A clear and intimate understanding of the Gospel life

bull The cultivation of a vibrant prayer life

bull An establishment of healthy life-long spiritual behavior patterns

bull An intercessorrsquos mentality - being made strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This is what we specialize in at Ellerslie - stoking the fire of the human soul - acquainting Christians with the enormity of our God and His ability to bring about a very real triumph in the human soul

In the Ellerslie Training program we donrsquot merely talk about prayer ndash we pray We incorporate powerful prayer into our mornings afternoons evenings and nights

We donrsquot just talk about the importance of the Word of God ndash we get into it we dig deep into the rich ore of its life-giving substance we learn to cherish every word the poetry of its cadence the power and efficacy of its Truth

Photos compliments of Bri Tabler

5

We donrsquot just talk about the Cross we experience its redemptive and life-altering power We grab a hold of its strength We let it break us rebuild us and fortify us to enter this battle truly ready to make a difference

We donrsquot just talk about the least we prepare ourselves practically to be poured out on their behalf We explore the ideas of real-world intercession of courageously standing in harmrsquos way to act on behalf of the vulnerable

At Ellerslie our desire is not to talk about Christianity but to live it If you are looking for head-knowledge about God and His Word yoursquoll get it here ndash but you will also get a lot more There are plenty of Christian programs that could give you the academics of the Christian faith ndash and we certainly donrsquot shy away from offering them But we specialize in helping studentrsquos experience the substance of the Christian faith This program may not be for everybody But if you are hungry for the sort of things just mentioned it may just be for you

Ellerslie Students at Horsetooth Reservoir Colorado

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

5

We donrsquot just talk about the Cross we experience its redemptive and life-altering power We grab a hold of its strength We let it break us rebuild us and fortify us to enter this battle truly ready to make a difference

We donrsquot just talk about the least we prepare ourselves practically to be poured out on their behalf We explore the ideas of real-world intercession of courageously standing in harmrsquos way to act on behalf of the vulnerable

At Ellerslie our desire is not to talk about Christianity but to live it If you are looking for head-knowledge about God and His Word yoursquoll get it here ndash but you will also get a lot more There are plenty of Christian programs that could give you the academics of the Christian faith ndash and we certainly donrsquot shy away from offering them But we specialize in helping studentrsquos experience the substance of the Christian faith This program may not be for everybody But if you are hungry for the sort of things just mentioned it may just be for you

Ellerslie Students at Horsetooth Reservoir Colorado

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

6

Lily Lake in Estes Park CO

The Ellerslie environment has been created as a set-apart training retreat in which you can tune out the distractions of the world and simply focus on your relationship with Christ Everything that happens on the campus from classes to meals to free time is tailored around that goal The daily schedule has been designed to provide a healthy balance of teaching prayer study quiet time and fellowship with other believers And while we strive to maintain an atmosphere of honor reverence and peace there is also plenty of laughter fun and camaraderie on the campus Lifelong friendships will be forged within this training ndash both with your fellow students and with the speakers and staff We consider it a privilege to invest into your spiritual life ndash and we look forward to maintaining a lifelong connection with you even long after you leave this program

Corporate Prayer (MWF opt)

Personal Prayer amp Study

Breakfast

Corporate Stillness

Corporate Devotions

Corporate Worship

Session One

Lunch

Personal Study

Session Two

Student Activities amp Free Time

Dinner

Student Activities amp Study

530 - 615 am

615 - 730 am

730 - 815 am

815 - 840 am

840 - 855 am

855 - 930 am

930 - 1130 am

1130 - 1215 pm

1215 - 115 pm

115 - 315 pm

315 - 530 pm

530 - 630 pm

630 - 900 pm

Daily Life at Ellerslie

A TYPICAL ELLERSLIE DAY

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

7

Class in the Chapel

Daily Worship

His Little Feet International Childrenʼs Choir

Lake at Ellerslie

Personal Study

Ellerslie Chapel

8

The Word of God SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Truth

Fall in love with the timeless Word of God

This is the foundational series for Ellerslie training At Ellerslie we believe that the Word of God has the Divine right to rule and control the life of a believer This series introduces the ancient principle of Canon ndash powerfully demonstrating the origins of the Word of God the flawless nature of the Word of God and the supernatural construction of the Word of God During this series students will gain an unshakable Biblical framework develop a deep passion for the changeless Word of God learn to recognize and resist the error of the post-modern Gospel and gain a strong personal grasp of how to study and apply Scripture to every facet of their lives

Sessions Include

Scripture - Seeing Christ in Every PageProclamation - Holding the Heavenly Message SacredOrigins ndash Understanding the supernatural pedigree of ScriptureTranslations ndash Whatrsquos a student of Scripture to doTo Tremble - The Sacred Task of Handling the Word of GodCanon - The Test to Prove Control The Divine Right to Rule and ControlEmergent(cy)ndash Understanding the danger of the post-modern GospelDependence - Unlocking the Mystery of GodlinessPowerless Grace - The Dangerous Pathway to Spiritual Mediocrity

The Gospel SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christianity that Works

Experience daily triumph joy peace and victory over sin

This series provides the ldquoenginerdquo that propels a Christian life forward into Godrsquos endless frontier At Ellerslie we believe that grace is more than the merciful hug of God itrsquos the divine enabling power of His Spirit to transform a human life from the inside out to supernaturally equip us to live a life that would be impossible in our own strength We believe that love joy and peace are not meant to be merely nice-sounding Scriptural concepts but rather the daily experience and outflow of the Christianrsquos life During this series students will explore the six key components of the Gospel study the pattern for historic Biblical Christianity and gain a clear understanding for how to not just esteem Truth but live it out daily through the enabling power of God

Basic Training Overview

9

Sessions Include

Father and Son ndash Awakening to the Love that is oursEndless Frontier - The Essence of Historic ChristianityGrace - The Gospel Secret UnveiledOpposition - Recognizing the Enemy TacticKingdom - The Ruling DomainBurning Bush - The Baptism of FireSolyma - The One Who Bears His NameConsecration - Set-apart for His GloryThe Name - Like Ointment Poured ForthCovenant - The Forging of Two DestiniesStillness - The Work of the Bond-slave - To Give Ear to His MasterHeart and Reins - Proving the Innermost YouRight-handedness - As a Man Ought to be

The Honor SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Conduct

Showcase Christrsquos nature in every area of life

This series introduces the lost art of Christian honor At Ellerslie we believe that no area of our life should be exempt from the refining purifying work of Godrsquos Spirit A fully consecrated life is one that allows Him to transform every thought attitude decision and action into an expression of His character This series interjects Godrsquos Truth into the nitty-gritty areas of life ndash the way we treat others the way we conduct ourselves the way we govern our thought-lives the way we make decisions the way we handle our sexuality and the way we spend our free-time Through this series students will understand how to exchange worldly behavior patterns for God-glorifying ones and showcase a heavenly conduct that brings renown to the name of Christ

Sessions include

Twenty-Nine ndash The Princely Pattern of a ManThe Sacred Mind ndash Every Thought MattersPurity and Love ndash The Inseparable PairMen of Honor ndash The Code of the MightyHonor ndash The Heavenly Blueprint for Christian BehaviorDecorum ndash The Christianrsquos Noble Courtesy and Moral Etiquette Towards OthersHeroism - The Christianrsquos eagerness to enter harmrsquos way to rescue the weakSacred Intent ndash Becoming a Woman of HonorSacred Decorum ndash Reflecting His glory in daily lifeSacred Cultivation ndash Building your life around His prioritiesSacred Singleness ndash Grasping His vision and purpose for your single yearsSacred Claim ndash Adopting an others-focused lifestyleThe Lost Art of True Beauty ndash The Scriptural pattern for feminine graceSacred Singleness - Godrsquos intent for the solo season of lifeGodrsquos Mantle of Authority - Honoring parentrsquos role in a love storyInnermost Purity - winning the battle over lust and sexual compromiseLaying the Foundation of a Lifetime - preparing for marriage Godrsquos way

10

The Intercessor SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Heroism

Become strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This series deals head-on with key foundational aspects of a believerrsquos daily walk such as prayer faith and spiritual warfare It deals straightforwardly with confusing areas such as disillusionment pain and doubt At Ellerslie we believe that God is every bit as big as He claims to be and that He desires to do big things in the lives of His believers This series challenges the mediocre expectations that many modern believers have of God and helps students discover the power of wrestling prayer persistent faith and putting on the spiritual armor of God This series also explores a crucial aspect of the Gospel that many Christians overlook - every believerrsquos call to be Godrsquos hands and feet to the lost the weak the poor the destitute and the orphan Through this series students will learn how to find vibrant success in their prayer life build mighty personal faith and overcome spiritual weakness in order to be truly ready and able to make a godly impact upon the world

Sessions Include

Hoshea ndash The Author and Finisher of our FaithGrace to Overcome ndash Wrestling until the Breaking of DayThe Kingdom Meal - Partaking of the Body and BloodTwo Hands ndash Made Whole in Order to be BrokenThe Claim ndash Covenanting with LifePeniel ndash Distinguishing Friend from FoePain ndash Is it Friend or FoeDoubt ndash Exploring the Anatomy of Unbelief and Spiritual ImpotenceWonder ndash The Kingdom Power and Glory of the King Evidenced on EarthThe War Council - Built in the Secret Place to be spilled out on the open fields of GloryCorps of the Mighty - The calling of the Holy GibborimPasdammin - We mustnrsquot yield even the field of lentilsTenacity - Yielding not an inch of the Kingrsquos LandSeason of Caves ndash Joining the Ranks of the Hunted and the DespisedThe Growl for Glory ndash The Princely Purpose of a ManEnemies of the State ndash Beware the AssassinThe Mountain of Giants ndash The Epicenter of WarPistikos ndash Pouring out the SpikenardSpiritual Athlete ndash The Formation of Ready ChristianDepraved Indifference ndash Solving the Sickness of ApathyGethsemane ndash Entering the Travail of the GardenCalmer of Winds and Waves ndash Realizing the Power of our ChristThe Mighty Intercessor ndash The Pattern of the Gap-fillerThe Bethlehemite ndash The Mighty Man of Redemption

11

Upcoming Ellerslie Leadership Training Sessions2011 WinterSpring Training Program (February 14 - April 17) click here to apply for this course2011 SummerTraining Program (June 13 - August 13) click here to apply for this course

Cost OverviewOn-Campus $3850 (inc meals and lodging)On-Campus with family member(s) $3650 (inc meals and lodging)Off-Campus $2000 (inc lunch M-F)Off-Campus with spouse or family member(s) $1800 (inc lunch M-F)

WHO CAN ATTEND

The Ellerslie intensive training is designed for anyone who is serious about going deeper with Christ and there is no age maximum Though the material is geared for college-age or older in certain situations students as young as 16 will be accepted International students are welcome to attend Additionally spouses are welcome to attend as a couple

HOW TO APPLY

Simply fill out and submit our online application along with a $50 registration fee You will be contacted within three business days to confirm receipt of your application and Sandi our Registrar will stay in touch with you regarding further details Click here for further application and registration info

costs dates amp details

Photo compliments of James Jonas

9

Sessions Include

Father and Son ndash Awakening to the Love that is oursEndless Frontier - The Essence of Historic ChristianityGrace - The Gospel Secret UnveiledOpposition - Recognizing the Enemy TacticKingdom - The Ruling DomainBurning Bush - The Baptism of FireSolyma - The One Who Bears His NameConsecration - Set-apart for His GloryThe Name - Like Ointment Poured ForthCovenant - The Forging of Two DestiniesStillness - The Work of the Bond-slave - To Give Ear to His MasterHeart and Reins - Proving the Innermost YouRight-handedness - As a Man Ought to be

The Honor SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Conduct

Showcase Christrsquos nature in every area of life

This series introduces the lost art of Christian honor At Ellerslie we believe that no area of our life should be exempt from the refining purifying work of Godrsquos Spirit A fully consecrated life is one that allows Him to transform every thought attitude decision and action into an expression of His character This series interjects Godrsquos Truth into the nitty-gritty areas of life ndash the way we treat others the way we conduct ourselves the way we govern our thought-lives the way we make decisions the way we handle our sexuality and the way we spend our free-time Through this series students will understand how to exchange worldly behavior patterns for God-glorifying ones and showcase a heavenly conduct that brings renown to the name of Christ

Sessions include

Twenty-Nine ndash The Princely Pattern of a ManThe Sacred Mind ndash Every Thought MattersPurity and Love ndash The Inseparable PairMen of Honor ndash The Code of the MightyHonor ndash The Heavenly Blueprint for Christian BehaviorDecorum ndash The Christianrsquos Noble Courtesy and Moral Etiquette Towards OthersHeroism - The Christianrsquos eagerness to enter harmrsquos way to rescue the weakSacred Intent ndash Becoming a Woman of HonorSacred Decorum ndash Reflecting His glory in daily lifeSacred Cultivation ndash Building your life around His prioritiesSacred Singleness ndash Grasping His vision and purpose for your single yearsSacred Claim ndash Adopting an others-focused lifestyleThe Lost Art of True Beauty ndash The Scriptural pattern for feminine graceSacred Singleness - Godrsquos intent for the solo season of lifeGodrsquos Mantle of Authority - Honoring parentrsquos role in a love storyInnermost Purity - winning the battle over lust and sexual compromiseLaying the Foundation of a Lifetime - preparing for marriage Godrsquos way

10

The Intercessor SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Heroism

Become strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This series deals head-on with key foundational aspects of a believerrsquos daily walk such as prayer faith and spiritual warfare It deals straightforwardly with confusing areas such as disillusionment pain and doubt At Ellerslie we believe that God is every bit as big as He claims to be and that He desires to do big things in the lives of His believers This series challenges the mediocre expectations that many modern believers have of God and helps students discover the power of wrestling prayer persistent faith and putting on the spiritual armor of God This series also explores a crucial aspect of the Gospel that many Christians overlook - every believerrsquos call to be Godrsquos hands and feet to the lost the weak the poor the destitute and the orphan Through this series students will learn how to find vibrant success in their prayer life build mighty personal faith and overcome spiritual weakness in order to be truly ready and able to make a godly impact upon the world

Sessions Include

Hoshea ndash The Author and Finisher of our FaithGrace to Overcome ndash Wrestling until the Breaking of DayThe Kingdom Meal - Partaking of the Body and BloodTwo Hands ndash Made Whole in Order to be BrokenThe Claim ndash Covenanting with LifePeniel ndash Distinguishing Friend from FoePain ndash Is it Friend or FoeDoubt ndash Exploring the Anatomy of Unbelief and Spiritual ImpotenceWonder ndash The Kingdom Power and Glory of the King Evidenced on EarthThe War Council - Built in the Secret Place to be spilled out on the open fields of GloryCorps of the Mighty - The calling of the Holy GibborimPasdammin - We mustnrsquot yield even the field of lentilsTenacity - Yielding not an inch of the Kingrsquos LandSeason of Caves ndash Joining the Ranks of the Hunted and the DespisedThe Growl for Glory ndash The Princely Purpose of a ManEnemies of the State ndash Beware the AssassinThe Mountain of Giants ndash The Epicenter of WarPistikos ndash Pouring out the SpikenardSpiritual Athlete ndash The Formation of Ready ChristianDepraved Indifference ndash Solving the Sickness of ApathyGethsemane ndash Entering the Travail of the GardenCalmer of Winds and Waves ndash Realizing the Power of our ChristThe Mighty Intercessor ndash The Pattern of the Gap-fillerThe Bethlehemite ndash The Mighty Man of Redemption

11

Upcoming Ellerslie Leadership Training Sessions2011 WinterSpring Training Program (February 14 - April 17) click here to apply for this course2011 SummerTraining Program (June 13 - August 13) click here to apply for this course

Cost OverviewOn-Campus $3850 (inc meals and lodging)On-Campus with family member(s) $3650 (inc meals and lodging)Off-Campus $2000 (inc lunch M-F)Off-Campus with spouse or family member(s) $1800 (inc lunch M-F)

WHO CAN ATTEND

The Ellerslie intensive training is designed for anyone who is serious about going deeper with Christ and there is no age maximum Though the material is geared for college-age or older in certain situations students as young as 16 will be accepted International students are welcome to attend Additionally spouses are welcome to attend as a couple

HOW TO APPLY

Simply fill out and submit our online application along with a $50 registration fee You will be contacted within three business days to confirm receipt of your application and Sandi our Registrar will stay in touch with you regarding further details Click here for further application and registration info

costs dates amp details

Photo compliments of James Jonas

10

The Intercessor SeriesThe Heavenly Blueprint for Christian Heroism

Become strong in order to be poured out for the weak

This series deals head-on with key foundational aspects of a believerrsquos daily walk such as prayer faith and spiritual warfare It deals straightforwardly with confusing areas such as disillusionment pain and doubt At Ellerslie we believe that God is every bit as big as He claims to be and that He desires to do big things in the lives of His believers This series challenges the mediocre expectations that many modern believers have of God and helps students discover the power of wrestling prayer persistent faith and putting on the spiritual armor of God This series also explores a crucial aspect of the Gospel that many Christians overlook - every believerrsquos call to be Godrsquos hands and feet to the lost the weak the poor the destitute and the orphan Through this series students will learn how to find vibrant success in their prayer life build mighty personal faith and overcome spiritual weakness in order to be truly ready and able to make a godly impact upon the world

Sessions Include

Hoshea ndash The Author and Finisher of our FaithGrace to Overcome ndash Wrestling until the Breaking of DayThe Kingdom Meal - Partaking of the Body and BloodTwo Hands ndash Made Whole in Order to be BrokenThe Claim ndash Covenanting with LifePeniel ndash Distinguishing Friend from FoePain ndash Is it Friend or FoeDoubt ndash Exploring the Anatomy of Unbelief and Spiritual ImpotenceWonder ndash The Kingdom Power and Glory of the King Evidenced on EarthThe War Council - Built in the Secret Place to be spilled out on the open fields of GloryCorps of the Mighty - The calling of the Holy GibborimPasdammin - We mustnrsquot yield even the field of lentilsTenacity - Yielding not an inch of the Kingrsquos LandSeason of Caves ndash Joining the Ranks of the Hunted and the DespisedThe Growl for Glory ndash The Princely Purpose of a ManEnemies of the State ndash Beware the AssassinThe Mountain of Giants ndash The Epicenter of WarPistikos ndash Pouring out the SpikenardSpiritual Athlete ndash The Formation of Ready ChristianDepraved Indifference ndash Solving the Sickness of ApathyGethsemane ndash Entering the Travail of the GardenCalmer of Winds and Waves ndash Realizing the Power of our ChristThe Mighty Intercessor ndash The Pattern of the Gap-fillerThe Bethlehemite ndash The Mighty Man of Redemption

11

Upcoming Ellerslie Leadership Training Sessions2011 WinterSpring Training Program (February 14 - April 17) click here to apply for this course2011 SummerTraining Program (June 13 - August 13) click here to apply for this course

Cost OverviewOn-Campus $3850 (inc meals and lodging)On-Campus with family member(s) $3650 (inc meals and lodging)Off-Campus $2000 (inc lunch M-F)Off-Campus with spouse or family member(s) $1800 (inc lunch M-F)

WHO CAN ATTEND

The Ellerslie intensive training is designed for anyone who is serious about going deeper with Christ and there is no age maximum Though the material is geared for college-age or older in certain situations students as young as 16 will be accepted International students are welcome to attend Additionally spouses are welcome to attend as a couple

HOW TO APPLY

Simply fill out and submit our online application along with a $50 registration fee You will be contacted within three business days to confirm receipt of your application and Sandi our Registrar will stay in touch with you regarding further details Click here for further application and registration info

costs dates amp details

Photo compliments of James Jonas

11

Upcoming Ellerslie Leadership Training Sessions2011 WinterSpring Training Program (February 14 - April 17) click here to apply for this course2011 SummerTraining Program (June 13 - August 13) click here to apply for this course

Cost OverviewOn-Campus $3850 (inc meals and lodging)On-Campus with family member(s) $3650 (inc meals and lodging)Off-Campus $2000 (inc lunch M-F)Off-Campus with spouse or family member(s) $1800 (inc lunch M-F)

WHO CAN ATTEND

The Ellerslie intensive training is designed for anyone who is serious about going deeper with Christ and there is no age maximum Though the material is geared for college-age or older in certain situations students as young as 16 will be accepted International students are welcome to attend Additionally spouses are welcome to attend as a couple

HOW TO APPLY

Simply fill out and submit our online application along with a $50 registration fee You will be contacted within three business days to confirm receipt of your application and Sandi our Registrar will stay in touch with you regarding further details Click here for further application and registration info

costs dates amp details

Photo compliments of James Jonas

12

Ellerslie Advanced Leadership Training at a glancehellip

Do you desire more than a semester of spiritual training Do you want to be equipped for a specific field of ministry Are you interested in taking the bravehearted gospel message around the world or even pursuing a ministry position with Ellerslie andor Set Apart Girl If so Ellerslie Advanced Leadership Training (or EALT) might be a good fit for you

EALT currently offers the following year-long training programs

Ellerslie Pastoral Training (for men)Equipping men for key positions of spiritual authority in and amongst the Church of Jesus Christ

Ellerslie Set Apart Girl Leadership Training (for women)Equipping women to powerfully impact other women for the Gospel

Ellerslie Orphan Advocacy TrainingEquipping men and women to spiritually and practically intercede on behalf of the vulnerable

Ellerslie Global TrainingEquipping men and women to take the Ellersliersquos semester training model into the world

Ellerslie General TrainingEquipping men and women with the spiritual leadership foundation to impact in any and every realm of future labor

In addition to these five tracks we are currently developing future EALT tracks in the Creative Arts (literature music web photography film) Public Policy and Marriage and Family

For Further Details about EALT click here

EALTEllerslie Advanced Leadership Training

13

Early Foggy Morning Ellerslie Winter

Class of Summer 2010

Ellerslie Kiddo Night Ellerslie Games

Stillness

14

The Ellerslie Campus is a peaceful set-apart setting with a beautiful view of the Rocky Mountains The buildings are situated next to a sparkling lake offering daily glimpses of the magnificent Colorado sunsets Many of our dorm rooms have views of the mountains and there is a quiet stillness over the entire campus - refreshingly separated from the hustle and bustle of city life but with nearly every ldquobig city conveniencerdquo a short 2 to 10 minute drive away

Windsor Colorado is a charming city of 15000 people nestled within the ldquoFront Range Corridorrdquo which runs along I-25 at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains One of the crowning features of this quiet bedroom community is the bicycle trail that winds through town around Windsor Lake along the Poudre River and then on to Greeley and Fort Collins

Loveland and Fort Collins are each 10 minutes away and are larger cities with modern shopping hospitals and city-life Denver is a 45 minute drive away and our closest airport is Denver International - about one hour away from the Ellerslie campus

The Ellerslie campus has comfortable modern dorm suites with two beds two desks closetshelf space and a private bathroom per every 2 dorm rooms

Campus amp Locale

Student Housing on Campus

15

The Colorado ExperienceWindsor is a one-hour drive from many of Coloradorsquos most popular locations such as Rocky Mountain National Park - this world-renowned natural wonderland is frequented by tourists from around the world and its terrain varies from majestic mountain peaks (over 60 of which are at least 12000 feet) forests and mountain tundra The park which is spread across 265000 acres offers 359 miles of trails 150 lakes and 450 miles of streams Highway 34 runs from I-25 (two exits south of the Windsor exit) through Estes Park and on through the park Itrsquos a great place to visit during your stay at Ellerslie as are the many other mountain towns within driving distance such as Keystone Winter Park and Copper Mountain - if you attend Ellerslie during the winter some of the best skiing in the world is a 2 hour drive away

WeatherColorado boasts 300 days of sunshine a year with a pleasant climate during all seasons Summers are warm and dry - the average temperatures are in the 80rsquos and only occasionally rise above 90 Spring and fall in Colorado usually boast near-perfect weather and plenty of sunshine though early spring can bring a fair amount of wind Winters are mild to moderate with temperatures ranging from the low thirties to mid fiftyrsquos Itrsquos unusual for winter temperatures to drop into the single-digits but itrsquos always possible Some winters bring a significant amount of snow but with the constant sunshine it usually melts within 2-4 days and we have many winter days that are pleasantly sunny and crisp rather than bitterly cold All around Colorado weather is among the best 4-season climates anywhere We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do

Lily Lake Estes Park COOld Town Fort Collins CO

16

If I was talking with a future Ellerslie student I would tell them

Student Testimonies from the summer class of 2010

JAMES | Wisconsin

Ellerslie is a place that has literally changed my life Before coming to Ellerslie I knew that there was so much more that this life in Christ had to offer but I had no idea of how to even go about obtaining it I was striving to live a holy life for my God but I was doing it under my own power and by my terms Ellerslie has been a place that has opened my eyes to what a victorious life in Christ looks like The reality is that none of us can walk as Christ walked in our own power it is only Christ in us that makes it possible I know this

seems like common knowledge to a Christian today but there is a difference between knowing it and actually seeing it lived out My favorite verse for some time has been Matthew 1624-25 ldquoThen said Jesus unto His disciples if any man will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me For whosoever will save his life shall lose it and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find itrdquo Only through complete surrender to my King have I been able to experience the fullness of my Lord and Savior In giving Him everything He has proved Himself faithful beyond measure I wouldnʼt go back for anything in this world

ESTHERLINE | Haiti

If I was telling a future Ellerslie student about my experience here at Ellerslie I would say that Ellerslie is not only a Bible school this is a place we can feel the sweet presence of God we can see the spirit of God moving and giving more understanding in the word of God It is changing and transforming many hearts and bodies giving a new birth a new testimony a new vision and making an impact for the glory the honor of the kingdom of God

17

AARON | California

Ellerslie is a place of surrender It is a place where flesh (sinful nature) dies and His Spirit reigns It is a place where previous desires and dreams of this world are abandoned and His plans and desires are made known I came here not knowing what to expect I thought I knew what my future held for me Now Not so much I dont know exactly what the future holds for me but I know exactly Who holds the future and I trust Him At Ellerslie you will experience a breakdown of soul flesh and desire Everything of this world that you once held dear will fade away sooner than you realize You will learn what it means to abide in Him (John 157) When you abide in Him you will find that His desires become your desires Ellerslie is a place where the abiding lifestyle is greatly encouraged The environment here is nothing short of

Spirit-led Meditation in the Word becomes a very real part of your daily life here at Ellerslie The teaching is always only the truth of the Bible You will learn how to use the canon of scripture in a correct and useful way just as God intended it to be used If you want to experience the fullness of Jesus in your life consider and pray about Ellerslie It has changed my lifeHe has changed my life

BROOKE | Colorado

Here you will find hand picked mighties ~ men and women who desire to give their lives in full and utter abandon to The King of Kings The Rock of Ages and The Lord Almighty When I came here I didnʼt know what to expect I just knew I had a great expectation The Lord has taken that and given me a cup running over As I was reading Rees Howellsʼ Intercessor I stumbled upon a quote that defines the extraordinary people here in my midst

ldquoThis band of young people were coming with something more than wordsrdquo

We are coming in the name and power of Jesus Christ He has called us each by name and here at Ellerslie it has truly been the launching pad the training grounds boot camp for each of us to showcase His glory to answer His call ldquoWho will go and who shall I sendrdquo Not only are we continually being poured into but we have the privilege to pour ourselves out to the poor destitute and least of these To have the honor of standing in the gap for others around us interceding for them and knowing that it is not by my might or power but all the glory be to the Mighty Intercessor who is standing beside me interceding for me and with me

Here you will find a generation with selfless faith rising up Answering His call saying ldquoHere I am send merdquo

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

14

The Ellerslie Campus is a peaceful set-apart setting with a beautiful view of the Rocky Mountains The buildings are situated next to a sparkling lake offering daily glimpses of the magnificent Colorado sunsets Many of our dorm rooms have views of the mountains and there is a quiet stillness over the entire campus - refreshingly separated from the hustle and bustle of city life but with nearly every ldquobig city conveniencerdquo a short 2 to 10 minute drive away

Windsor Colorado is a charming city of 15000 people nestled within the ldquoFront Range Corridorrdquo which runs along I-25 at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains One of the crowning features of this quiet bedroom community is the bicycle trail that winds through town around Windsor Lake along the Poudre River and then on to Greeley and Fort Collins

Loveland and Fort Collins are each 10 minutes away and are larger cities with modern shopping hospitals and city-life Denver is a 45 minute drive away and our closest airport is Denver International - about one hour away from the Ellerslie campus

The Ellerslie campus has comfortable modern dorm suites with two beds two desks closetshelf space and a private bathroom per every 2 dorm rooms

Campus amp Locale

Student Housing on Campus

15

The Colorado ExperienceWindsor is a one-hour drive from many of Coloradorsquos most popular locations such as Rocky Mountain National Park - this world-renowned natural wonderland is frequented by tourists from around the world and its terrain varies from majestic mountain peaks (over 60 of which are at least 12000 feet) forests and mountain tundra The park which is spread across 265000 acres offers 359 miles of trails 150 lakes and 450 miles of streams Highway 34 runs from I-25 (two exits south of the Windsor exit) through Estes Park and on through the park Itrsquos a great place to visit during your stay at Ellerslie as are the many other mountain towns within driving distance such as Keystone Winter Park and Copper Mountain - if you attend Ellerslie during the winter some of the best skiing in the world is a 2 hour drive away

WeatherColorado boasts 300 days of sunshine a year with a pleasant climate during all seasons Summers are warm and dry - the average temperatures are in the 80rsquos and only occasionally rise above 90 Spring and fall in Colorado usually boast near-perfect weather and plenty of sunshine though early spring can bring a fair amount of wind Winters are mild to moderate with temperatures ranging from the low thirties to mid fiftyrsquos Itrsquos unusual for winter temperatures to drop into the single-digits but itrsquos always possible Some winters bring a significant amount of snow but with the constant sunshine it usually melts within 2-4 days and we have many winter days that are pleasantly sunny and crisp rather than bitterly cold All around Colorado weather is among the best 4-season climates anywhere We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do

Lily Lake Estes Park COOld Town Fort Collins CO

16

If I was talking with a future Ellerslie student I would tell them

Student Testimonies from the summer class of 2010

JAMES | Wisconsin

Ellerslie is a place that has literally changed my life Before coming to Ellerslie I knew that there was so much more that this life in Christ had to offer but I had no idea of how to even go about obtaining it I was striving to live a holy life for my God but I was doing it under my own power and by my terms Ellerslie has been a place that has opened my eyes to what a victorious life in Christ looks like The reality is that none of us can walk as Christ walked in our own power it is only Christ in us that makes it possible I know this

seems like common knowledge to a Christian today but there is a difference between knowing it and actually seeing it lived out My favorite verse for some time has been Matthew 1624-25 ldquoThen said Jesus unto His disciples if any man will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me For whosoever will save his life shall lose it and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find itrdquo Only through complete surrender to my King have I been able to experience the fullness of my Lord and Savior In giving Him everything He has proved Himself faithful beyond measure I wouldnʼt go back for anything in this world

ESTHERLINE | Haiti

If I was telling a future Ellerslie student about my experience here at Ellerslie I would say that Ellerslie is not only a Bible school this is a place we can feel the sweet presence of God we can see the spirit of God moving and giving more understanding in the word of God It is changing and transforming many hearts and bodies giving a new birth a new testimony a new vision and making an impact for the glory the honor of the kingdom of God

17

AARON | California

Ellerslie is a place of surrender It is a place where flesh (sinful nature) dies and His Spirit reigns It is a place where previous desires and dreams of this world are abandoned and His plans and desires are made known I came here not knowing what to expect I thought I knew what my future held for me Now Not so much I dont know exactly what the future holds for me but I know exactly Who holds the future and I trust Him At Ellerslie you will experience a breakdown of soul flesh and desire Everything of this world that you once held dear will fade away sooner than you realize You will learn what it means to abide in Him (John 157) When you abide in Him you will find that His desires become your desires Ellerslie is a place where the abiding lifestyle is greatly encouraged The environment here is nothing short of

Spirit-led Meditation in the Word becomes a very real part of your daily life here at Ellerslie The teaching is always only the truth of the Bible You will learn how to use the canon of scripture in a correct and useful way just as God intended it to be used If you want to experience the fullness of Jesus in your life consider and pray about Ellerslie It has changed my lifeHe has changed my life

BROOKE | Colorado

Here you will find hand picked mighties ~ men and women who desire to give their lives in full and utter abandon to The King of Kings The Rock of Ages and The Lord Almighty When I came here I didnʼt know what to expect I just knew I had a great expectation The Lord has taken that and given me a cup running over As I was reading Rees Howellsʼ Intercessor I stumbled upon a quote that defines the extraordinary people here in my midst

ldquoThis band of young people were coming with something more than wordsrdquo

We are coming in the name and power of Jesus Christ He has called us each by name and here at Ellerslie it has truly been the launching pad the training grounds boot camp for each of us to showcase His glory to answer His call ldquoWho will go and who shall I sendrdquo Not only are we continually being poured into but we have the privilege to pour ourselves out to the poor destitute and least of these To have the honor of standing in the gap for others around us interceding for them and knowing that it is not by my might or power but all the glory be to the Mighty Intercessor who is standing beside me interceding for me and with me

Here you will find a generation with selfless faith rising up Answering His call saying ldquoHere I am send merdquo

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

15

The Colorado ExperienceWindsor is a one-hour drive from many of Coloradorsquos most popular locations such as Rocky Mountain National Park - this world-renowned natural wonderland is frequented by tourists from around the world and its terrain varies from majestic mountain peaks (over 60 of which are at least 12000 feet) forests and mountain tundra The park which is spread across 265000 acres offers 359 miles of trails 150 lakes and 450 miles of streams Highway 34 runs from I-25 (two exits south of the Windsor exit) through Estes Park and on through the park Itrsquos a great place to visit during your stay at Ellerslie as are the many other mountain towns within driving distance such as Keystone Winter Park and Copper Mountain - if you attend Ellerslie during the winter some of the best skiing in the world is a 2 hour drive away

WeatherColorado boasts 300 days of sunshine a year with a pleasant climate during all seasons Summers are warm and dry - the average temperatures are in the 80rsquos and only occasionally rise above 90 Spring and fall in Colorado usually boast near-perfect weather and plenty of sunshine though early spring can bring a fair amount of wind Winters are mild to moderate with temperatures ranging from the low thirties to mid fiftyrsquos Itrsquos unusual for winter temperatures to drop into the single-digits but itrsquos always possible Some winters bring a significant amount of snow but with the constant sunshine it usually melts within 2-4 days and we have many winter days that are pleasantly sunny and crisp rather than bitterly cold All around Colorado weather is among the best 4-season climates anywhere We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do

Lily Lake Estes Park COOld Town Fort Collins CO

16

If I was talking with a future Ellerslie student I would tell them

Student Testimonies from the summer class of 2010

JAMES | Wisconsin

Ellerslie is a place that has literally changed my life Before coming to Ellerslie I knew that there was so much more that this life in Christ had to offer but I had no idea of how to even go about obtaining it I was striving to live a holy life for my God but I was doing it under my own power and by my terms Ellerslie has been a place that has opened my eyes to what a victorious life in Christ looks like The reality is that none of us can walk as Christ walked in our own power it is only Christ in us that makes it possible I know this

seems like common knowledge to a Christian today but there is a difference between knowing it and actually seeing it lived out My favorite verse for some time has been Matthew 1624-25 ldquoThen said Jesus unto His disciples if any man will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me For whosoever will save his life shall lose it and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find itrdquo Only through complete surrender to my King have I been able to experience the fullness of my Lord and Savior In giving Him everything He has proved Himself faithful beyond measure I wouldnʼt go back for anything in this world

ESTHERLINE | Haiti

If I was telling a future Ellerslie student about my experience here at Ellerslie I would say that Ellerslie is not only a Bible school this is a place we can feel the sweet presence of God we can see the spirit of God moving and giving more understanding in the word of God It is changing and transforming many hearts and bodies giving a new birth a new testimony a new vision and making an impact for the glory the honor of the kingdom of God

17

AARON | California

Ellerslie is a place of surrender It is a place where flesh (sinful nature) dies and His Spirit reigns It is a place where previous desires and dreams of this world are abandoned and His plans and desires are made known I came here not knowing what to expect I thought I knew what my future held for me Now Not so much I dont know exactly what the future holds for me but I know exactly Who holds the future and I trust Him At Ellerslie you will experience a breakdown of soul flesh and desire Everything of this world that you once held dear will fade away sooner than you realize You will learn what it means to abide in Him (John 157) When you abide in Him you will find that His desires become your desires Ellerslie is a place where the abiding lifestyle is greatly encouraged The environment here is nothing short of

Spirit-led Meditation in the Word becomes a very real part of your daily life here at Ellerslie The teaching is always only the truth of the Bible You will learn how to use the canon of scripture in a correct and useful way just as God intended it to be used If you want to experience the fullness of Jesus in your life consider and pray about Ellerslie It has changed my lifeHe has changed my life

BROOKE | Colorado

Here you will find hand picked mighties ~ men and women who desire to give their lives in full and utter abandon to The King of Kings The Rock of Ages and The Lord Almighty When I came here I didnʼt know what to expect I just knew I had a great expectation The Lord has taken that and given me a cup running over As I was reading Rees Howellsʼ Intercessor I stumbled upon a quote that defines the extraordinary people here in my midst

ldquoThis band of young people were coming with something more than wordsrdquo

We are coming in the name and power of Jesus Christ He has called us each by name and here at Ellerslie it has truly been the launching pad the training grounds boot camp for each of us to showcase His glory to answer His call ldquoWho will go and who shall I sendrdquo Not only are we continually being poured into but we have the privilege to pour ourselves out to the poor destitute and least of these To have the honor of standing in the gap for others around us interceding for them and knowing that it is not by my might or power but all the glory be to the Mighty Intercessor who is standing beside me interceding for me and with me

Here you will find a generation with selfless faith rising up Answering His call saying ldquoHere I am send merdquo

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

16

If I was talking with a future Ellerslie student I would tell them

Student Testimonies from the summer class of 2010

JAMES | Wisconsin

Ellerslie is a place that has literally changed my life Before coming to Ellerslie I knew that there was so much more that this life in Christ had to offer but I had no idea of how to even go about obtaining it I was striving to live a holy life for my God but I was doing it under my own power and by my terms Ellerslie has been a place that has opened my eyes to what a victorious life in Christ looks like The reality is that none of us can walk as Christ walked in our own power it is only Christ in us that makes it possible I know this

seems like common knowledge to a Christian today but there is a difference between knowing it and actually seeing it lived out My favorite verse for some time has been Matthew 1624-25 ldquoThen said Jesus unto His disciples if any man will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me For whosoever will save his life shall lose it and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find itrdquo Only through complete surrender to my King have I been able to experience the fullness of my Lord and Savior In giving Him everything He has proved Himself faithful beyond measure I wouldnʼt go back for anything in this world

ESTHERLINE | Haiti

If I was telling a future Ellerslie student about my experience here at Ellerslie I would say that Ellerslie is not only a Bible school this is a place we can feel the sweet presence of God we can see the spirit of God moving and giving more understanding in the word of God It is changing and transforming many hearts and bodies giving a new birth a new testimony a new vision and making an impact for the glory the honor of the kingdom of God

17

AARON | California

Ellerslie is a place of surrender It is a place where flesh (sinful nature) dies and His Spirit reigns It is a place where previous desires and dreams of this world are abandoned and His plans and desires are made known I came here not knowing what to expect I thought I knew what my future held for me Now Not so much I dont know exactly what the future holds for me but I know exactly Who holds the future and I trust Him At Ellerslie you will experience a breakdown of soul flesh and desire Everything of this world that you once held dear will fade away sooner than you realize You will learn what it means to abide in Him (John 157) When you abide in Him you will find that His desires become your desires Ellerslie is a place where the abiding lifestyle is greatly encouraged The environment here is nothing short of

Spirit-led Meditation in the Word becomes a very real part of your daily life here at Ellerslie The teaching is always only the truth of the Bible You will learn how to use the canon of scripture in a correct and useful way just as God intended it to be used If you want to experience the fullness of Jesus in your life consider and pray about Ellerslie It has changed my lifeHe has changed my life

BROOKE | Colorado

Here you will find hand picked mighties ~ men and women who desire to give their lives in full and utter abandon to The King of Kings The Rock of Ages and The Lord Almighty When I came here I didnʼt know what to expect I just knew I had a great expectation The Lord has taken that and given me a cup running over As I was reading Rees Howellsʼ Intercessor I stumbled upon a quote that defines the extraordinary people here in my midst

ldquoThis band of young people were coming with something more than wordsrdquo

We are coming in the name and power of Jesus Christ He has called us each by name and here at Ellerslie it has truly been the launching pad the training grounds boot camp for each of us to showcase His glory to answer His call ldquoWho will go and who shall I sendrdquo Not only are we continually being poured into but we have the privilege to pour ourselves out to the poor destitute and least of these To have the honor of standing in the gap for others around us interceding for them and knowing that it is not by my might or power but all the glory be to the Mighty Intercessor who is standing beside me interceding for me and with me

Here you will find a generation with selfless faith rising up Answering His call saying ldquoHere I am send merdquo

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

17

AARON | California

Ellerslie is a place of surrender It is a place where flesh (sinful nature) dies and His Spirit reigns It is a place where previous desires and dreams of this world are abandoned and His plans and desires are made known I came here not knowing what to expect I thought I knew what my future held for me Now Not so much I dont know exactly what the future holds for me but I know exactly Who holds the future and I trust Him At Ellerslie you will experience a breakdown of soul flesh and desire Everything of this world that you once held dear will fade away sooner than you realize You will learn what it means to abide in Him (John 157) When you abide in Him you will find that His desires become your desires Ellerslie is a place where the abiding lifestyle is greatly encouraged The environment here is nothing short of

Spirit-led Meditation in the Word becomes a very real part of your daily life here at Ellerslie The teaching is always only the truth of the Bible You will learn how to use the canon of scripture in a correct and useful way just as God intended it to be used If you want to experience the fullness of Jesus in your life consider and pray about Ellerslie It has changed my lifeHe has changed my life

BROOKE | Colorado

Here you will find hand picked mighties ~ men and women who desire to give their lives in full and utter abandon to The King of Kings The Rock of Ages and The Lord Almighty When I came here I didnʼt know what to expect I just knew I had a great expectation The Lord has taken that and given me a cup running over As I was reading Rees Howellsʼ Intercessor I stumbled upon a quote that defines the extraordinary people here in my midst

ldquoThis band of young people were coming with something more than wordsrdquo

We are coming in the name and power of Jesus Christ He has called us each by name and here at Ellerslie it has truly been the launching pad the training grounds boot camp for each of us to showcase His glory to answer His call ldquoWho will go and who shall I sendrdquo Not only are we continually being poured into but we have the privilege to pour ourselves out to the poor destitute and least of these To have the honor of standing in the gap for others around us interceding for them and knowing that it is not by my might or power but all the glory be to the Mighty Intercessor who is standing beside me interceding for me and with me

Here you will find a generation with selfless faith rising up Answering His call saying ldquoHere I am send merdquo

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

18

GRACE | Philippines

Ellerslie is beyond extraordinary Our daily schedule is orchestrated around our greatest joy and need for knowing God - in study stillness reflection meditation and hearing of His Word Countless hours are spent praising God and wrestling with Him in prayer Worship in Ellerslie involves not only the lips but the heart mind soul and the body Ellerslie is a place where the flesh is starved and silenced while the Spirit is esteemed and awakened It is an environment that cultivates a life that is marked by confidence not found in any person thing or place but in complete dependence and yeildedness to God Ellerslie is NOT a place for those who desire to live a mediocre Christian life Be prepared to undergo pruning and discipline to fully surrender and fully yield to count the cost - your everything - and follow where He leads and to be

softened and strengthened by the grace of God Be excited to come to Ellerslie and personally experience Godʼs hand working in and through you and find true love peace and joy in Him

MELODIOUS | Oregon

My time at Ellerslie has been so amazinghellipIʼm not even sure where to begin I think in the future whenever I look back on my 11 weeks here I will simply stand in quiet ldquoAWErdquo for what God has done Here not only have we experienced Christ-like love and servant-heartedness from our roommates classmates and the staff but weʼve been led into a relationship with Jesus Christ that goes much deeper than anything most of us have ever experienced before Through hours alone in Bible study wrestling many nights together in prayer sacred worship services and praise and powerfully packed messages straight from the Word we have not only been given a foundation that cannot be shaken but weʼve been given the tools to stand against anything the enemy may bring across our path This hasnʼt exactly been a vacation though the peace and stillness of the environment has been very refreshing In all honesty itʼs been more like a WAR (Eph 612) However itʼs been a war where weʼve learned to fight in Godʼs strength rather than our own and as a result weʼve seen amazing victories time and time again God is sooo good ndash and the life Heʼs called us to live while impossible in our own strength is so utterly victorious and amazing when lived in Him Itʼs funny because at first I didnʼt think I could afford the ldquotime outrdquo to come be a part of this training but NOW looking back I wonder how I could have ever ldquonotrdquo taken the time out Ellerslie is not something any of us can just tritely share with others itʼs something that must be lived and experienced to be fully understood All I can say is itʼs been amazingand my life will never again be the same

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

19

ELISA | French Caribbean

To me Ellerslie is a place where Christ is truly honored and thus it is a precious and rare place If you are determined to know your God no matter what you wont be disappointed The atmosphere the staff and the students are always there to point you to Christ Being here I have learned and grown closer to my God He is all I need and all I have Ellerslie prepares you to be fully equipped for the call of Christ You will learn to depend on your God for everything and in every circumstance standing firm on the Word If you are passionate about Christ and ready to be a living sacrifice for His glory this is the place you should come to Ellerslie will change your life forever because Christ is its Captain

MIKE | Georgia

If I had to describe what Ellerslie has been like it would be ldquoa burning bushrdquo- a white hot flame that burns away any and all flesh yet preserves and strengthens the Spirit to gain complete control The Bible identifies the Lord in Hebrews 1229 as a ldquoconsuming firerdquo and that is exactly what He has been to us here I have not only been taught of the Lord but have seen and experienced Him move in powerful ways each and every day This is indeed a place where the Lord Jesus Christ is magnified and treasured above all else A place where all must be sold to purchase the costly pearl of Jesus Christ Great manifestations of the Spirit of God have been taking place in abundance on and off campus in the life of my wife and I I have learned much concerning spiritual warfare and the mighty battle that is taking place within my very own soul I was walking with and knew my Jesus very well before I came here but this environment teaching and fellowship has certainly given me a mighty push forward in this pilgrimʼs journey Praise the Lord for all He has done all He is doing and all He will do What a mighty God we serve May He continue to be the vision of our hearts Hallelujah all I have is Christ Hallelujah Jesus is my life

For more student testimonies go to wwwellersliestudentscom

20

When I was seven I wrote these words in my journal ldquoSomeday I want to become a world-changerrdquo I wasnʼt sure how exactly but I knew I wanted to do something significant with my life something that would help people something that would make a difference I used to love reading books about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad ndash I imagined myself smuggling slaves to safety at the peril of my own life using secret code words and leading slave children through hidden passageways in the dead of night ndash all while being ruthlessly pursued by greedy slave-owners In my mindʼs eye I always made it to my destination safe and sound and delivered my young charges into the arms of their waiting parents (who were weeping with gratitude) I used to wish I lived back in the days of the American slave-trade so that I could become a heroic rescuer just like the valiant MsTubman

As a child I romanticized the idea of being a ldquoChristian herordquo I imagined the thrill of

adventure and the satisfaction of changing the world ndash but I never envisioned the hardship discomfort pain and spiritual attack that comes when you take a stand for righteousness It wasnʼt until I was in my early twenties deep in the fray of full-time Christian ministry fighting fervently for souls that I begin to really understand the battle of Kingdom service

When Eric and I stepped out young and idealistic into Christian ministry we got hit ndash and hit hard It felt kind of like taking a baseball bat and hitting a hornetʼs nest ndash only to realize that our feet were stuck in concrete so that we couldnʼt run from the

Why Ellerslieby Leslie Ludy

We took a season of

our lives to truly

grasp vital aspects

of the Gospel life

21

angry insects that were now coming at us with a vengeance We were attacked on all sides by both seen and unseen forces Discouragement disillusionment and confusion came at us from every angle Even though we were strong Christians and had a vibrant relationship with Christ we had not been prepared for the battle we had entered And though we were making an impact upon the world and fulfilling the call God had placed upon our lives ndash for many years we did so with a limp reeling from the serious battle wounds that we collected on a daily basis We began to recognize why God took Moses to the back-side of the desert for 40 years ndash to break prepare and refine him ndash before launching him into his role as Israelʼs leader We began to better understand why God led the apostle Paul into a set-apart season in Arabia before sending him to preach the Gospel to the Gentiles And why even Jesus spent 30 years preparing spiritually for his public ministry

As EM Bounds wrote ldquoIt takes 20 years to write a sermon because it take 20 years to make a manrdquo God sometimes must take

us through a season of intensive spiritual preparat ion and equipp ing before launching us into the ultimate calling He has placed upon our lives Maybe itʼs not 40 years like Moses or 30 years like Christ But often there is a need for a set-apart season where an unshakable spiritual foundation can be laid in our lives before we enter the intensive fray of full-time missions or ministry work Itʼs kind of like boot camp for the soul before a soldier enters the actual war

After ldquohitting the hornetʼs nestrdquo early in our ministry God had to take Eric and I through a spiritual boot camp of sorts He had to show us all that was missing from our spiritual armory and equip us to be victorious in the battle for His Truth We took a season of our lives to truly grasp vital aspects of the Gospel life such as wrestling prayer spiritual disciplines

a set-apart season of

training equipping

and preparation

22

tensile strength daily intimacy with Christ true faith self-sacrifice and inner holiness ndash at a deeper level than weʼd ever known before And when we entered back into the ministry He had called us to there was a completely different outcome No longer were we pummeled by defeat and discouragement ndash rather we were strong valiant and triumphant ndash truly equipped for vital Kingdom work We were able to enter the fray with a spiritual swagger rather than a spiritual limp

Thatʼs why Iʼm so passionate about your time at Ellerslie Itʼs a set-apart season of training equipping and preparation Itʼs boot-camp for the soul becoming spiritually fit for the battle

Itʼs a chance to avoid the spiritual burn-out and mediocrity that can all too easily creep into the life of a Christian minister

Amy Carmichael wrote about the formation of her ministry to temple children in India in her book Gold Cord It took her years to find like-minded men and women that truly possessed the spiritual strength that was

needed for such a high calling Time and time again people would come onto the field to join her work ndash idealistic and filled with dreams of being a Christian hero But all too often they were not truly prepared for the battle and after a few months or years the romance faded the burn-out set-in and they limped away in defeat

Eric and I have heard similar stories from modern-day missionaries and ministers They are longing for valiant Christian men and women to come alongside them in Kingdom work ndash men and women who have the Gospel DNA embedded into their souls their outlook and their daily decisions those who have truly been prepared for the intensity of the battle for souls and Truth

Whether God has called you to the mission fields of Africa Haiti or Main Street USA ndash whether you are called to fight for the soul of one little child or rescue millions of people - He desires to equip and prepare you for the sacred calling He has placed upon your life Thatʼs what youʼll experience at Ellerslie ndash a set-apart season of spiritual training

Becoming strong to be poured out for His glory Being built by Him into a true world-changer able to withstand the winds and rain and emerge from the storm in perfect peace Thatʼs what this set-apart season at Ellerslie is all about I count it a privilege to be a part of it with you

We were able to

enter the fray with

a spiritual swagger

rather than a

spiritual limp

23

As sparkle is to a diamond so honor is to a soul

My litt le boy Hudson is currently undergoing ldquohonor trainingrdquo Itʼs a hilarious training process really For one thing itʼs comical because noble behavior seems odd and out of place nowadays And itʼs even funnier when a little five-year-old boy makes a valiant attempt at chivalry

About a year ago Hudson got a foam sword from Walgreens Immediately he kicked into a whole new manly gear slicing and dicing the air in pursuit of imaginary villains It was all quite innocent and adorable until he whacked his little sister Harper on the head with his new weapon Iʼm sure it didnʼt hurt on the outside but it definitely bruised her little heart on the inside to be so blatantly whacked by her big brother

Such moments are perfect opportunities for honor training

ldquoHudsonrdquo I said firmly while bending down to comfort the wailing Harper ldquoyou are NEVER to use your sword to hit your sister A man of honor uses his sword to protect people not hurt themrdquo

We talked for some time about the commission of a Jesus-forged gentleman Since that infamous day Hudson has begun to learn that a God-built hero always has eyes to see those weaker than himself and his sword is always available for their help and rescue In fact Hudsonʼs

Rebirth of Honor

The Ellerslie Visionby Eric Ludy

Truth is never old-fashioned

It may be ancient but it is very much alive

24

biggest dream in life is to one day be a mighty heroic rescuer of orphans

Honor is made up of simple ideas concepts that are so obviously needed for the formation of a godly man or woman Principles such as self-sacrifice protecting the weak and treating others with dignity and respect are all but lost in this post modern ldquoitʼs-all-about merdquo generation But Godʼs principles of honor are not time-worn and dated They are as fresh today as they were when Jesus modeled them to perfection 2000 years ago Truth is never old-fashioned It may be ancient but it is very much alive

Ellerslie puts a strong emphasis on ldquohonor trainingrdquo Thatʼs because God has given Leslie and I a longing to see nobility selflessness and triumph infused into Christianity once again Men and women of godly honor self-sacrifice and heroism ndash fully adept at handling their God-given sword Those who place the glory of God and the needs of others far above their own fleshly desires and earthly comforts Those who are willing to lay down the trivial distractions of this world and follow Christ to the ends of the earth

Christianity as we know it in this modern era has grown soft It lacks backbone grit and bravehearted men and women willing to live and die for Jesus Christ But not only has it become soft it has grown worldly and coarse As modern Christians all too many of us have lost the purity the

godly character and the noble selflessness that God intended us to have as His sons and daughters Christian honor is hard to come by in todayʼs self-indulgent church

Like little five year olds left untrained in the pattern of heavenly decorum too many of us are unwittingly thwacking others with the blunt edge of our swords ndash selfishly hurting rather than heroically protecting If you donʼt know exactly what I mean by this just think about the way most of us approach guygirl relationships How many of us have left a slew of bruised and wounded hearts in our wake as a result of seeking to satisfy our selfish whims How often does a modern guy actually stand up and fight to protect a girlʼs purity rather than trying to conquer it How often does a modern girl actually help preserve the integrity of a manʼs soul rather than enticing him toward lust and compromise How many of us have a history of sin and selfishness that we deeply regret

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity and strength within the corridors of the church Not just in the area of

relationships but in every dimension of our conduct as Christians May our actions attitudes and decisions begin to actually bless and change this world for Godʼs glory

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity

and strength within the corridors of the church

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

21

angry insects that were now coming at us with a vengeance We were attacked on all sides by both seen and unseen forces Discouragement disillusionment and confusion came at us from every angle Even though we were strong Christians and had a vibrant relationship with Christ we had not been prepared for the battle we had entered And though we were making an impact upon the world and fulfilling the call God had placed upon our lives ndash for many years we did so with a limp reeling from the serious battle wounds that we collected on a daily basis We began to recognize why God took Moses to the back-side of the desert for 40 years ndash to break prepare and refine him ndash before launching him into his role as Israelʼs leader We began to better understand why God led the apostle Paul into a set-apart season in Arabia before sending him to preach the Gospel to the Gentiles And why even Jesus spent 30 years preparing spiritually for his public ministry

As EM Bounds wrote ldquoIt takes 20 years to write a sermon because it take 20 years to make a manrdquo God sometimes must take

us through a season of intensive spiritual preparat ion and equipp ing before launching us into the ultimate calling He has placed upon our lives Maybe itʼs not 40 years like Moses or 30 years like Christ But often there is a need for a set-apart season where an unshakable spiritual foundation can be laid in our lives before we enter the intensive fray of full-time missions or ministry work Itʼs kind of like boot camp for the soul before a soldier enters the actual war

After ldquohitting the hornetʼs nestrdquo early in our ministry God had to take Eric and I through a spiritual boot camp of sorts He had to show us all that was missing from our spiritual armory and equip us to be victorious in the battle for His Truth We took a season of our lives to truly grasp vital aspects of the Gospel life such as wrestling prayer spiritual disciplines

a set-apart season of

training equipping

and preparation

22

tensile strength daily intimacy with Christ true faith self-sacrifice and inner holiness ndash at a deeper level than weʼd ever known before And when we entered back into the ministry He had called us to there was a completely different outcome No longer were we pummeled by defeat and discouragement ndash rather we were strong valiant and triumphant ndash truly equipped for vital Kingdom work We were able to enter the fray with a spiritual swagger rather than a spiritual limp

Thatʼs why Iʼm so passionate about your time at Ellerslie Itʼs a set-apart season of training equipping and preparation Itʼs boot-camp for the soul becoming spiritually fit for the battle

Itʼs a chance to avoid the spiritual burn-out and mediocrity that can all too easily creep into the life of a Christian minister

Amy Carmichael wrote about the formation of her ministry to temple children in India in her book Gold Cord It took her years to find like-minded men and women that truly possessed the spiritual strength that was

needed for such a high calling Time and time again people would come onto the field to join her work ndash idealistic and filled with dreams of being a Christian hero But all too often they were not truly prepared for the battle and after a few months or years the romance faded the burn-out set-in and they limped away in defeat

Eric and I have heard similar stories from modern-day missionaries and ministers They are longing for valiant Christian men and women to come alongside them in Kingdom work ndash men and women who have the Gospel DNA embedded into their souls their outlook and their daily decisions those who have truly been prepared for the intensity of the battle for souls and Truth

Whether God has called you to the mission fields of Africa Haiti or Main Street USA ndash whether you are called to fight for the soul of one little child or rescue millions of people - He desires to equip and prepare you for the sacred calling He has placed upon your life Thatʼs what youʼll experience at Ellerslie ndash a set-apart season of spiritual training

Becoming strong to be poured out for His glory Being built by Him into a true world-changer able to withstand the winds and rain and emerge from the storm in perfect peace Thatʼs what this set-apart season at Ellerslie is all about I count it a privilege to be a part of it with you

We were able to

enter the fray with

a spiritual swagger

rather than a

spiritual limp

23

As sparkle is to a diamond so honor is to a soul

My litt le boy Hudson is currently undergoing ldquohonor trainingrdquo Itʼs a hilarious training process really For one thing itʼs comical because noble behavior seems odd and out of place nowadays And itʼs even funnier when a little five-year-old boy makes a valiant attempt at chivalry

About a year ago Hudson got a foam sword from Walgreens Immediately he kicked into a whole new manly gear slicing and dicing the air in pursuit of imaginary villains It was all quite innocent and adorable until he whacked his little sister Harper on the head with his new weapon Iʼm sure it didnʼt hurt on the outside but it definitely bruised her little heart on the inside to be so blatantly whacked by her big brother

Such moments are perfect opportunities for honor training

ldquoHudsonrdquo I said firmly while bending down to comfort the wailing Harper ldquoyou are NEVER to use your sword to hit your sister A man of honor uses his sword to protect people not hurt themrdquo

We talked for some time about the commission of a Jesus-forged gentleman Since that infamous day Hudson has begun to learn that a God-built hero always has eyes to see those weaker than himself and his sword is always available for their help and rescue In fact Hudsonʼs

Rebirth of Honor

The Ellerslie Visionby Eric Ludy

Truth is never old-fashioned

It may be ancient but it is very much alive

24

biggest dream in life is to one day be a mighty heroic rescuer of orphans

Honor is made up of simple ideas concepts that are so obviously needed for the formation of a godly man or woman Principles such as self-sacrifice protecting the weak and treating others with dignity and respect are all but lost in this post modern ldquoitʼs-all-about merdquo generation But Godʼs principles of honor are not time-worn and dated They are as fresh today as they were when Jesus modeled them to perfection 2000 years ago Truth is never old-fashioned It may be ancient but it is very much alive

Ellerslie puts a strong emphasis on ldquohonor trainingrdquo Thatʼs because God has given Leslie and I a longing to see nobility selflessness and triumph infused into Christianity once again Men and women of godly honor self-sacrifice and heroism ndash fully adept at handling their God-given sword Those who place the glory of God and the needs of others far above their own fleshly desires and earthly comforts Those who are willing to lay down the trivial distractions of this world and follow Christ to the ends of the earth

Christianity as we know it in this modern era has grown soft It lacks backbone grit and bravehearted men and women willing to live and die for Jesus Christ But not only has it become soft it has grown worldly and coarse As modern Christians all too many of us have lost the purity the

godly character and the noble selflessness that God intended us to have as His sons and daughters Christian honor is hard to come by in todayʼs self-indulgent church

Like little five year olds left untrained in the pattern of heavenly decorum too many of us are unwittingly thwacking others with the blunt edge of our swords ndash selfishly hurting rather than heroically protecting If you donʼt know exactly what I mean by this just think about the way most of us approach guygirl relationships How many of us have left a slew of bruised and wounded hearts in our wake as a result of seeking to satisfy our selfish whims How often does a modern guy actually stand up and fight to protect a girlʼs purity rather than trying to conquer it How often does a modern girl actually help preserve the integrity of a manʼs soul rather than enticing him toward lust and compromise How many of us have a history of sin and selfishness that we deeply regret

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity and strength within the corridors of the church Not just in the area of

relationships but in every dimension of our conduct as Christians May our actions attitudes and decisions begin to actually bless and change this world for Godʼs glory

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity

and strength within the corridors of the church

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

22

tensile strength daily intimacy with Christ true faith self-sacrifice and inner holiness ndash at a deeper level than weʼd ever known before And when we entered back into the ministry He had called us to there was a completely different outcome No longer were we pummeled by defeat and discouragement ndash rather we were strong valiant and triumphant ndash truly equipped for vital Kingdom work We were able to enter the fray with a spiritual swagger rather than a spiritual limp

Thatʼs why Iʼm so passionate about your time at Ellerslie Itʼs a set-apart season of training equipping and preparation Itʼs boot-camp for the soul becoming spiritually fit for the battle

Itʼs a chance to avoid the spiritual burn-out and mediocrity that can all too easily creep into the life of a Christian minister

Amy Carmichael wrote about the formation of her ministry to temple children in India in her book Gold Cord It took her years to find like-minded men and women that truly possessed the spiritual strength that was

needed for such a high calling Time and time again people would come onto the field to join her work ndash idealistic and filled with dreams of being a Christian hero But all too often they were not truly prepared for the battle and after a few months or years the romance faded the burn-out set-in and they limped away in defeat

Eric and I have heard similar stories from modern-day missionaries and ministers They are longing for valiant Christian men and women to come alongside them in Kingdom work ndash men and women who have the Gospel DNA embedded into their souls their outlook and their daily decisions those who have truly been prepared for the intensity of the battle for souls and Truth

Whether God has called you to the mission fields of Africa Haiti or Main Street USA ndash whether you are called to fight for the soul of one little child or rescue millions of people - He desires to equip and prepare you for the sacred calling He has placed upon your life Thatʼs what youʼll experience at Ellerslie ndash a set-apart season of spiritual training

Becoming strong to be poured out for His glory Being built by Him into a true world-changer able to withstand the winds and rain and emerge from the storm in perfect peace Thatʼs what this set-apart season at Ellerslie is all about I count it a privilege to be a part of it with you

We were able to

enter the fray with

a spiritual swagger

rather than a

spiritual limp

23

As sparkle is to a diamond so honor is to a soul

My litt le boy Hudson is currently undergoing ldquohonor trainingrdquo Itʼs a hilarious training process really For one thing itʼs comical because noble behavior seems odd and out of place nowadays And itʼs even funnier when a little five-year-old boy makes a valiant attempt at chivalry

About a year ago Hudson got a foam sword from Walgreens Immediately he kicked into a whole new manly gear slicing and dicing the air in pursuit of imaginary villains It was all quite innocent and adorable until he whacked his little sister Harper on the head with his new weapon Iʼm sure it didnʼt hurt on the outside but it definitely bruised her little heart on the inside to be so blatantly whacked by her big brother

Such moments are perfect opportunities for honor training

ldquoHudsonrdquo I said firmly while bending down to comfort the wailing Harper ldquoyou are NEVER to use your sword to hit your sister A man of honor uses his sword to protect people not hurt themrdquo

We talked for some time about the commission of a Jesus-forged gentleman Since that infamous day Hudson has begun to learn that a God-built hero always has eyes to see those weaker than himself and his sword is always available for their help and rescue In fact Hudsonʼs

Rebirth of Honor

The Ellerslie Visionby Eric Ludy

Truth is never old-fashioned

It may be ancient but it is very much alive

24

biggest dream in life is to one day be a mighty heroic rescuer of orphans

Honor is made up of simple ideas concepts that are so obviously needed for the formation of a godly man or woman Principles such as self-sacrifice protecting the weak and treating others with dignity and respect are all but lost in this post modern ldquoitʼs-all-about merdquo generation But Godʼs principles of honor are not time-worn and dated They are as fresh today as they were when Jesus modeled them to perfection 2000 years ago Truth is never old-fashioned It may be ancient but it is very much alive

Ellerslie puts a strong emphasis on ldquohonor trainingrdquo Thatʼs because God has given Leslie and I a longing to see nobility selflessness and triumph infused into Christianity once again Men and women of godly honor self-sacrifice and heroism ndash fully adept at handling their God-given sword Those who place the glory of God and the needs of others far above their own fleshly desires and earthly comforts Those who are willing to lay down the trivial distractions of this world and follow Christ to the ends of the earth

Christianity as we know it in this modern era has grown soft It lacks backbone grit and bravehearted men and women willing to live and die for Jesus Christ But not only has it become soft it has grown worldly and coarse As modern Christians all too many of us have lost the purity the

godly character and the noble selflessness that God intended us to have as His sons and daughters Christian honor is hard to come by in todayʼs self-indulgent church

Like little five year olds left untrained in the pattern of heavenly decorum too many of us are unwittingly thwacking others with the blunt edge of our swords ndash selfishly hurting rather than heroically protecting If you donʼt know exactly what I mean by this just think about the way most of us approach guygirl relationships How many of us have left a slew of bruised and wounded hearts in our wake as a result of seeking to satisfy our selfish whims How often does a modern guy actually stand up and fight to protect a girlʼs purity rather than trying to conquer it How often does a modern girl actually help preserve the integrity of a manʼs soul rather than enticing him toward lust and compromise How many of us have a history of sin and selfishness that we deeply regret

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity and strength within the corridors of the church Not just in the area of

relationships but in every dimension of our conduct as Christians May our actions attitudes and decisions begin to actually bless and change this world for Godʼs glory

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity

and strength within the corridors of the church

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

23

As sparkle is to a diamond so honor is to a soul

My litt le boy Hudson is currently undergoing ldquohonor trainingrdquo Itʼs a hilarious training process really For one thing itʼs comical because noble behavior seems odd and out of place nowadays And itʼs even funnier when a little five-year-old boy makes a valiant attempt at chivalry

About a year ago Hudson got a foam sword from Walgreens Immediately he kicked into a whole new manly gear slicing and dicing the air in pursuit of imaginary villains It was all quite innocent and adorable until he whacked his little sister Harper on the head with his new weapon Iʼm sure it didnʼt hurt on the outside but it definitely bruised her little heart on the inside to be so blatantly whacked by her big brother

Such moments are perfect opportunities for honor training

ldquoHudsonrdquo I said firmly while bending down to comfort the wailing Harper ldquoyou are NEVER to use your sword to hit your sister A man of honor uses his sword to protect people not hurt themrdquo

We talked for some time about the commission of a Jesus-forged gentleman Since that infamous day Hudson has begun to learn that a God-built hero always has eyes to see those weaker than himself and his sword is always available for their help and rescue In fact Hudsonʼs

Rebirth of Honor

The Ellerslie Visionby Eric Ludy

Truth is never old-fashioned

It may be ancient but it is very much alive

24

biggest dream in life is to one day be a mighty heroic rescuer of orphans

Honor is made up of simple ideas concepts that are so obviously needed for the formation of a godly man or woman Principles such as self-sacrifice protecting the weak and treating others with dignity and respect are all but lost in this post modern ldquoitʼs-all-about merdquo generation But Godʼs principles of honor are not time-worn and dated They are as fresh today as they were when Jesus modeled them to perfection 2000 years ago Truth is never old-fashioned It may be ancient but it is very much alive

Ellerslie puts a strong emphasis on ldquohonor trainingrdquo Thatʼs because God has given Leslie and I a longing to see nobility selflessness and triumph infused into Christianity once again Men and women of godly honor self-sacrifice and heroism ndash fully adept at handling their God-given sword Those who place the glory of God and the needs of others far above their own fleshly desires and earthly comforts Those who are willing to lay down the trivial distractions of this world and follow Christ to the ends of the earth

Christianity as we know it in this modern era has grown soft It lacks backbone grit and bravehearted men and women willing to live and die for Jesus Christ But not only has it become soft it has grown worldly and coarse As modern Christians all too many of us have lost the purity the

godly character and the noble selflessness that God intended us to have as His sons and daughters Christian honor is hard to come by in todayʼs self-indulgent church

Like little five year olds left untrained in the pattern of heavenly decorum too many of us are unwittingly thwacking others with the blunt edge of our swords ndash selfishly hurting rather than heroically protecting If you donʼt know exactly what I mean by this just think about the way most of us approach guygirl relationships How many of us have left a slew of bruised and wounded hearts in our wake as a result of seeking to satisfy our selfish whims How often does a modern guy actually stand up and fight to protect a girlʼs purity rather than trying to conquer it How often does a modern girl actually help preserve the integrity of a manʼs soul rather than enticing him toward lust and compromise How many of us have a history of sin and selfishness that we deeply regret

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity and strength within the corridors of the church Not just in the area of

relationships but in every dimension of our conduct as Christians May our actions attitudes and decisions begin to actually bless and change this world for Godʼs glory

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity

and strength within the corridors of the church

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

24

biggest dream in life is to one day be a mighty heroic rescuer of orphans

Honor is made up of simple ideas concepts that are so obviously needed for the formation of a godly man or woman Principles such as self-sacrifice protecting the weak and treating others with dignity and respect are all but lost in this post modern ldquoitʼs-all-about merdquo generation But Godʼs principles of honor are not time-worn and dated They are as fresh today as they were when Jesus modeled them to perfection 2000 years ago Truth is never old-fashioned It may be ancient but it is very much alive

Ellerslie puts a strong emphasis on ldquohonor trainingrdquo Thatʼs because God has given Leslie and I a longing to see nobility selflessness and triumph infused into Christianity once again Men and women of godly honor self-sacrifice and heroism ndash fully adept at handling their God-given sword Those who place the glory of God and the needs of others far above their own fleshly desires and earthly comforts Those who are willing to lay down the trivial distractions of this world and follow Christ to the ends of the earth

Christianity as we know it in this modern era has grown soft It lacks backbone grit and bravehearted men and women willing to live and die for Jesus Christ But not only has it become soft it has grown worldly and coarse As modern Christians all too many of us have lost the purity the

godly character and the noble selflessness that God intended us to have as His sons and daughters Christian honor is hard to come by in todayʼs self-indulgent church

Like little five year olds left untrained in the pattern of heavenly decorum too many of us are unwittingly thwacking others with the blunt edge of our swords ndash selfishly hurting rather than heroically protecting If you donʼt know exactly what I mean by this just think about the way most of us approach guygirl relationships How many of us have left a slew of bruised and wounded hearts in our wake as a result of seeking to satisfy our selfish whims How often does a modern guy actually stand up and fight to protect a girlʼs purity rather than trying to conquer it How often does a modern girl actually help preserve the integrity of a manʼs soul rather than enticing him toward lust and compromise How many of us have a history of sin and selfishness that we deeply regret

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity and strength within the corridors of the church Not just in the area of

relationships but in every dimension of our conduct as Christians May our actions attitudes and decisions begin to actually bless and change this world for Godʼs glory

I yearn for a return of honor a rebirth of dignity

and strength within the corridors of the church

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

25

ndash rather than diminishing the great Name we are privileged to represent

Christian honor is a work of grace It is not the byproduct of human discipline and moral grit ndash but rather the outworking of the indwelling Christ All the honor training in the world canʼt birth the substance of real-life honor into my little boy Only Christ can accomplish it through His grace But when God gains access to Hudsonʼs life fully and completely then He will build Christʼs very character behavior and nobility into him He will demonstrate through Hudsonʼs life what God is actually like in manner speech and action

God wants to show this world through my little boy what heavenly behavior really looks like And He wants to do the same through me and through you

So what does Godʼs honor training look like How does God enable us by His grace to showcase His heavenly nature to this world

3 Elements of Grace ndash

the Secret to Christian Honor

In studying the pattern of the Gospel in Scripture we find three dimensions of grace at work within the believerʼs life

First there is the prevenient grace of God that warms our unbelieving soul to His Spirit and awakens us to our utter need for

His salvation Prevenient grace ushers us to the Cross (See 1 John 419 Eph 28)

Second there is the empowering grace of God that enables a weak and sinful man or woman to be made strong and triumphant over sin (See Col 127 1 Tim 316 Gal 220 Rom 811-13)

And finally the polishing grace of God that refines a man or woman to behave with heavenly decorum amidst a dark and polluted world (See Romans 611-14 1 Peter 113-16 1 John 414)

Grace must first usher then empower in order that it might then polish and perfect

We are found by grace saved by grace built by grace enabled by grace every moment of every day and thusly are intended to become pictures of grace that this world might behold the beauty and majesty of the Most High

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

26

The polishing and perfecting work of grace is what is largely missing in our modern era Many of us know the ushering grace of God a few of us know the empowering grace of God but hardly any of us knows the polishing and perfecting grace of God

God desires to lead each of His children through honor training to equip us to showcase His nature and character through our actions attitudes and daily conduct But not many of us even realize this vital element of grace is missing from our Christian lives

When all you have ever experienced in your Christian walk is the ushering Grace it can be hard to comprehend His empowering grace let alone swallow the idea of His polishing and perfecting grace But this triumvirate of grace was the purchase of the Cross ndash the deposit of Christʼs very Spirit the invasion of His divine nature into our own ndash that we might be conformed into the very image of Jesus Christ (See Romans 829)

What Christian Honor

Really Looks Like

So what does this grace-enabled Christian honor look like up close

Most of us have never seen it and therefore we donʼt have a vision for its

return We ʼve never understood its importance or witnessed its spectacular beauty in a personal way

Christian honor is far more than Jane Austen gentility and social refinement Itʼs more than restraining from whacking your sister on the head with your little foam sword

There are six key behavioral dimensions to the concept of godly Biblical honor

1 Decorum -The Christianʼs noble courtesy and moral etiquette toward others

2 Holiness - The Christianʼs set-apart sanctified conduct in daily life

3 Heroism - The Christianʼs eagerness to enter harmʼs way to rescue the weak

4 Reverence - The Christianʼs holy soul-trembling response to God and His Truth

5 Responsibility - The Christianʼs watchful guard and stewardship over all God has entrusted to him

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

28

Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265

27

6 Generosity - The Christianʼs readiness to give of all that God has given to him

Honor is simply Godʼs grace in action in word in countenance and in attitude Itʼs the Christian man or woman being made into an actual real-life picture of grace for the world to witness

Jesus was God incarnate Honor is grace incarnate Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul

Grace ushers then empowers in order that it might then polish and perfect Honor is the evidence of grace at work in the believerʼs soul And so we as Christʼs church are to become ushers inviting the lost into the presence of our King empowerers lending our strength to the weak all over the world and polished

mirrors of His person that clearly demonstrate the nature of our great God in every word spoken and every deed done

This is the Ellerslie vision To encompass the triumvirate (3-part) work of grace in our teaching and training To build men and women of Christian honor made strong that they might be readied to pour out their strength on behalf of the weak

Like little Hudson may we be shaped into heroic rescuers that know how to wield our sword for Godʼs glory protect and serve the weak and lay down our lives for the Gospel of Christ

For the Kingdom and the Kingʼs glory

Eric Ludy

President Ellerslie Mission Society

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Longing for a season to cultivate your life

with Christ

Apply Now for Ellerslie - click here -

Contact Ussandiellersliecom | 655 Southwood Lane Windsor CO 80550 | 8883742265