Compassion DTS

God communicates with every person for the purpose of a relationship. The Bible shows us that God has been speaking since the beginning of creation. This week establishes a foundation for the rest of the school as you learn, understand and recognise the various ways that God communicates. Equipped with this growing confidence of hearing God’s voice, your personal times with God will become more dynamic as you lean into His voice.

Petra Zuidema

Petra is originally from the Netherlands, but has been living in Perth for the last nine years. She has been faithfully working with our DTS's for a long time and also is a part of our Megacities ministries. Petra loves missions, going on random adventures, coffee, movies and spending time with friends!

One of the most important questions we can ask in life is, “What is God like?” The more truth we know of God’s good character and great nature, the more we will love and trust Him with everything. Our ideas about God have a profound and practical impact on how we live our lives. This week will encourage you to wrestle with and respond to the truth of who God is.

The gospels teach that faith and repentance are keys to entering the Kingdom of God. Through genuine repentance, God can transform our lives and minds to know Him more. This week is an opportunity to experience freedom from sin in our lives that separate us from God and to reconcile relationships with others through forgiveness.

Ari Sloots

Do you desire to go deeper in worship and prayer? This week will equip you with a solid understanding of both, and revitalise your intimacy with God. Our relationship with God is often activated and fuelled through times of corporate and individual prayer and intercession. As you learn principles for these disciplines and apply them in your life, you will develop a greater passion for meeting with God and understanding His ways.

This week will challenge the way you choose to live your life. The ultimate intention of your heart influences every decision and action you make. As Christians, living in reverence for the Lord comes from a correct understanding of who He is and living in a way that honours Him in every area of our lives.

Shirley Brownhill

The Bible records God’s mission to bless all people and nations of the earth. His heart is that all people would know Him and His desires and plans for them. This has not changed. History reveals the on-going growth of missions as Christians continue to take God’s message of love, hope and restoration to all people and nations. The week includes practical discussion of current missions opportunities that you can be a part of both now and in the future.

This week provides a Biblical perspective on how to relate to God and authorities, through looking at principles including honour, commitment and trust. You will be encouraged to examine your own views of authority and submission and how these affect your relationship with God and others. Gaining God’s perspective on this topic can often result in great freedom in our lives.

Relationship with God and people is the foundation of everything we do! This week teaches us a Biblical perspective on how to love God and people through exploring principles that apply to every type of relationship: God, family, friendship, romantic, school, work, etc. The practical teaching and stories will inspire you to pursue greater godliness in all relationships.

Cristine Wrener

“Come, follow me.” These simple words from Jesus are life-changing when we apply them. What does it mean to make Jesus “Lord” and become His disciple? The teaching in this week focuses on Jesus, His life, and how to live today as His disciple. As you give Jesus the opportunity to direct your life, impact your decisions, and guide your steps, you will find strength, power, and security in surrendering your life to Him.

God describes Himself as a Father to all people. Often based on our own past experiences and hurt, we can have misunderstandings of God as a good Father. These misunderstandings can hinder intimacy with Him. This week provides a powerful opportunity to consider how and why we have been relating to our Father in heaven. The week includes focused times in which you can experience and recognise the truth of God’s fatherly love and commitment in your life.

This week teaches us how to live out the authority we have been given as believers in Christ. With solid Biblical foundation, we look at the role of the Holy Spirit in not only overcoming personal challenges, but seeing change happen in communities and nations. Recognising and exercising our spiritual authority is the key to effectiveness in our ministry, both corporately and individually.

Do you desire to tell others about Jesus and His love, but find yourself either afraid, unsure, or at a loss for words? This week will give you an understanding of God’s heart for all people that will challenge and encourage your motivation for sharing the gospel. You will gain practical skills and strategies on how to evangelise, as you grow in your confidence to share with others.