Education
Rivers School of Ministry
"When you cease to learn, you cease to live."
— Dr. Johnny Rivera, Chancellor
"I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding." — Philippians 1:9
A Message from the Chancellor
We are pleased to bring to Rivers of Living Water Church of God and to our surrounding community Rivers School of Ministry. We believe, as does the Christian Life Educators Network, that the proper setting for training individuals in service to God is the church.
Rivers School of Ministry is a partner with CLSTG — "the world's premier leader in quality and affordable church-based theological education, where we bring the professors to you."
I'm excited that you are interested in becoming a part of the Rivers School of Ministry experience!
— Dr. Johnny Rivera
About CLSTG
Training
Rivers School of Ministry is a Bible training school affiliated with Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG) — providing a standardized Bible-based curriculum to students around the world.
Affiliation
Each school is independent, and its membership with CLSTG entitles it to offer the best theological training available today at affordable prices.
Mission
The mission of CLSTG is to equip and empower local churches and lay persons worldwide by providing them with quality, cutting-edge Christian education and ministry training.
2026 Schedule of Classes
Jan 29–31
Receiving Divine Revelation
Dr. Fuchsia Pickett
Feb 26–28
The Theology of the Blood
Dr. David Alsobrook
Mar 26–28
Resolving Conflict & Anger God's Way
Dr. William Graybill
Apr 23–25
The Tabernacle of Moses
Dr. Ian Bond
May 28–30
Jewish Roots of Christianity
Dr. Ron Cottle
Jun 25–27
A New Testament Study of Grace
Dr. Larry Linkous
Jul 23–25
Peter: The Man and His Ministry
Dr. Ian Bond
Aug 27–29
Psalms: A Hebrew History
Dr. Charles Gaulden
Sep 24–26
Spiritual Gifts
Dr. Ron Cottle
Oct 29–31
The Book of Revelation
Dr. Ian Bond
Nov 19–21
Interpersonal Relationships & Personality Patterns
Dr. David Baldwin