Our Training Platform
Back Bay Church uses a training platform called Ministry Grid. We have found it useful for curriculum and training. It gives us the ability to create our own content and use adjustable curated content.
On this page you will find links to different courses and training that you will find helpful. When you select a course or training module, you will be redirected to sign-in page. Sign up for an account and enjoy your course! If you already have a Ministry Grid account the course or training module will automatically be assigned to you after you sign in.
On this page you will find links to different courses and training that you will find helpful. When you select a course or training module, you will be redirected to sign-in page. Sign up for an account and enjoy your course! If you already have a Ministry Grid account the course or training module will automatically be assigned to you after you sign in.
Seminary Training
Interpreting and Teaching the Bible
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This newly updated version of Dr. Danny Akin’s MOOC on biblical interpretation will help you better grasp how to study the Bible and teach its truths to others. You will learn the methods of observation, interpretation and application of Scripture, which will serve to enrich your study of the Bible and equip you to become a better teacher of God’s Word. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
This newly updated version of Dr. Danny Akin’s MOOC on biblical interpretation will help you better grasp how to study the Bible and teach its truths to others. You will learn the methods of observation, interpretation and application of Scripture, which will serve to enrich your study of the Bible and equip you to become a better teacher of God’s Word. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Christ-Centered Exposition
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Teaching and preaching the Word of God is a great gift and responsibility. In this course, pastor and professor Dr. Tony Merida describes preaching as the responsible declaration of Christ in the Scriptures, by the Holy Spirit’s power, and for God’s glory. If you want to learn how to better teach the message of the Bible, this MOOC will be a valuable resource. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Teaching and preaching the Word of God is a great gift and responsibility. In this course, pastor and professor Dr. Tony Merida describes preaching as the responsible declaration of Christ in the Scriptures, by the Holy Spirit’s power, and for God’s glory. If you want to learn how to better teach the message of the Bible, this MOOC will be a valuable resource. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Christian Theology
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Do you want to know more about God, his purpose in the world and his plan for your life? Join us for this free online course on Christian Theology that covers the basics of Christian beliefs by examining what the Bible teaches and why sound theology matters. This MOOC will encourage your personal growth while equipping you to teach others about foundational Christian beliefs. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Do you want to know more about God, his purpose in the world and his plan for your life? Join us for this free online course on Christian Theology that covers the basics of Christian beliefs by examining what the Bible teaches and why sound theology matters. This MOOC will encourage your personal growth while equipping you to teach others about foundational Christian beliefs. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
An Overview of the New Testament
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In this MOOC, students are provided with a basic framework of the New Testament and with an introduction to the New Testament world. This course will help students to gain a basic understanding of the content of the New Testament so that they can better understand the Word as they study. If you are interested in digging deeper into the context and content of the New Testament, then this free online course is for you! In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
In this MOOC, students are provided with a basic framework of the New Testament and with an introduction to the New Testament world. This course will help students to gain a basic understanding of the content of the New Testament so that they can better understand the Word as they study. If you are interested in digging deeper into the context and content of the New Testament, then this free online course is for you! In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Theology and Culture
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This free MOOC on Theology and Culture will explore the many realms of culture including business, art, sports, politics and more. Students will be challenged to consider how God relates to and cares about all aspects of life and will learn how to interact with various aspects of culture in ways that are pleasing to God. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
This free MOOC on Theology and Culture will explore the many realms of culture including business, art, sports, politics and more. Students will be challenged to consider how God relates to and cares about all aspects of life and will learn how to interact with various aspects of culture in ways that are pleasing to God. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
A Biblical View of Wealth and Poverty
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This MOOC entails a biblical and theological examination of ethical issues related to wealth and poverty. Special attention is given to scriptural teaching on work, human flourishing, material stewardship, alleviating poverty, the creation and use of wealth and the role of the church in these areas of study. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
This MOOC entails a biblical and theological examination of ethical issues related to wealth and poverty. Special attention is given to scriptural teaching on work, human flourishing, material stewardship, alleviating poverty, the creation and use of wealth and the role of the church in these areas of study. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Work and Worship
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In this MOOC, you will be challenged to consider how Christ’s lordship extends beyond the walls of the church and into every realm of life, including the work of your hands. Building upon a biblical understanding of work, this class will help equip you to minister wherever God has placed you in the workplace and beyond. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
In this MOOC, you will be challenged to consider how Christ’s lordship extends beyond the walls of the church and into every realm of life, including the work of your hands. Building upon a biblical understanding of work, this class will help equip you to minister wherever God has placed you in the workplace and beyond. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Evangelism in the Local Church
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Have you ever struggled with sharing the good news of Jesus with your friends, neighbors, family or coworkers? Here at Southeastern, our passion is equipping every believer to be a Great Commission believer. In this MOOC, you will learn the biblical basis for evangelism and practical ways you can share the gospel with those around you. Evangelism in the Local Church seeks to equip believers to understand and practice evangelism. In this course, you will build upon a theological foundation for evangelism, learn historical insights for this task, discover practical strategies for doing evangelism, and consider the importance of evangelism in the local church. The goal is that you will learn to tell the story of God’s grace in your life and truly become a Great Commission Christian within a biblically healthy local church. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Have you ever struggled with sharing the good news of Jesus with your friends, neighbors, family or coworkers? Here at Southeastern, our passion is equipping every believer to be a Great Commission believer. In this MOOC, you will learn the biblical basis for evangelism and practical ways you can share the gospel with those around you. Evangelism in the Local Church seeks to equip believers to understand and practice evangelism. In this course, you will build upon a theological foundation for evangelism, learn historical insights for this task, discover practical strategies for doing evangelism, and consider the importance of evangelism in the local church. The goal is that you will learn to tell the story of God’s grace in your life and truly become a Great Commission Christian within a biblically healthy local church. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
The History of Missions
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Do you want to know God’s plan for your life? Sometimes the way forward is to see what God has done in the past. This free course guides students into the exciting journey of God’s mission through the centuries. This MOOC will help you discover God’s mission and see what your role in it can be. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Do you want to know God’s plan for your life? Sometimes the way forward is to see what God has done in the past. This free course guides students into the exciting journey of God’s mission through the centuries. This MOOC will help you discover God’s mission and see what your role in it can be. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
The Practice of Missions
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Discovering your role in God’s mission is not always easy, yet missions is part of the plan of God and is essential to the identity of God’s people, the church. In this free online course, you will consider the biblical basis and motivation for missions while discussing things like the changing world around you and the difference between sending churches and churches that support missions. This MOOC will challenge you to practice missions among the nations, beginning in your own community. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.
Discovering your role in God’s mission is not always easy, yet missions is part of the plan of God and is essential to the identity of God’s people, the church. In this free online course, you will consider the biblical basis and motivation for missions while discussing things like the changing world around you and the difference between sending churches and churches that support missions. This MOOC will challenge you to practice missions among the nations, beginning in your own community. In partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, we offer free online courses to equip church leaders and members to grow as disciples and fulfill the Great Commission. Each course is the same lecture content as the class at SEBTS.