LTI · WORKPLACE FORMATION
GPS for Christians in the WorkplaceGrowing Professionally and Spiritually
Equipping Christians in the workplace to live out their witness to Christ—not only on Sundays, but in their daily work, decisions, and relationships.
“This is the way; walk in it.” — Isaiah 30:21
GPSFAITH AT WORK
WHY GPS
Finding Your Way of Faith in a Complex Workplace
One of the greatest concerns on a long drive is running low on fuel without knowing how far away the next gas station is. With GPS, we can travel with greater confidence. Christians in the workplace face similar dilemmas: despite giving their best, results may remain elusive. In seeking to survive and advance, should they uphold biblical principles or compromise with the world?
GPS for Christians in the Workplace draws on biblical truth, professional practice, and spiritual community to help participants discern their direction and make God-honoring choices at decisive moments.
PROGRAM EXPERIENCE
More Than Classes: A Journey of Community and Practice
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Synchronized TeachingLive Online Instruction
Instructors teach live with real-time classroom interaction, rather than one-way, self-paced video lessons.
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Learning CommunityOnline Learning Community
Professionals and Christian leaders gather in online groups to share experiences across industries and discuss how to put faith into practice.
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Library ResourcesLibrary Resources
With proof of enrollment, LTI students may access the extensive Chinese- and English-language theological library resources of LOGOS Evangelical Seminary.
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Certificate AwardStructured Certificate Pathway
Through holistic formation in knowledge, character, and practice, the program nurtures commitment and gifts for effective workplace ministry.
WHERE WE GO · WHAT WE DO
Work as Worship, the Workplace as Ministry
Program Objectives
The goal of GPS for Christians in the Workplace is Growing Professionally and Spiritually in the Workplace: helping believers develop spiritual wisdom and professional confidence, bear witness as salt and light, and fulfill the Great Commission at work.
The program equips believers to live out their faith in every aspect of work and life, serving with courage and wisdom in their professions and business-as-mission endeavors to influence their generation and glorify Christ.
How We Achieve These Goals
GPS offers practical courses integrating knowledge and spiritual formation, professional expertise and gospel strategy, while connecting professionals through its Faith at Work lecture series. Participants who complete 16 required credits across four areas receive a GPS Certificate of Completion.
Excellence ManagementMANAGEMENT
Workplace CareCARE
Workplace MissionMISSION
Workplace TheologyTHEOLOGY
CORE COURSES
Core Courses
PROFESSIONAL TRANSFORMATION
Winning Through Transformational Power
This course provides practical thinking tools and actionable approaches to change for professionals seeking breakthroughs in their careers and spiritual lives, equipping workplace missionaries for the harvest field.
IDENTITY & CALLING
The First and the Only
Learn to make wise choices at defining moments in life and discover your calling in the world and your mission in God’s kingdom through a growing relationship with Him.
BIVOCATIONAL MINISTRY
Bivocational Ministry
Explore how professional responsibilities and one’s calling in God’s kingdom come together, learning from pivotal moments in biblical lives to practice influential workplace mission.
PROGRAM QUICK VIEW
Two Learning Pathways: From Workplace Formation to Ministry
GPS Certificate of Completion
16 Credits
- Workplace Management Excellence | 4 Prescribed Credits
Winning Through Transformational Power (2), Conflict and Crisis Management (2), and others. - Workplace Care | 4 Prescribed Credits
The First and the Only (2), Workplace Pastoral Care and Discipleship (2), and others. - Workplace Mission | 4 Prescribed Credits
Bivocational Ministry (2), The Christian Cultural Mandate (2), and others. - Workplace Theology | 4 Prescribed Credits
Workplace Theology (2), Workplace Ethics (2), and others.
Workplace Ministry Program Certificate
36 Credits
- GPS Courses | 16 Credits
Complete the four workplace course areas listed to the left. - Bible and Theology | 8 Prescribed Credits
Old Testament Theology and Message (4), New Testament Theology and Message (4), Essentials of Theology (4). - Spiritual Formation and Family | 4 Prescribed Credits
Self-Understanding and Personal Growth (2), Holistic Healing (2), Bible and Family (2). - Practical Theology | 8 Prescribed Credits
Kairos (2), Inductive Bible Study (2), Pastoral Care and Counseling (2), Profession and Mission (2), and other workplace-focused topics.
Graduation Report | Before completing 30 credits, students must submit a report entitled “My Workplace Ministry Blueprint.” They may also choose to attend a retreat for working professionals.
TEACHERS
Faculty
Mr. Yi Kong
Business Leader · Workplace Training Instructor
A former president of multinational enterprises, known as the “Father of iRAM” and the “Father of Chinese Localization for Mobile Phones.” In the second half of his life, he has sought first God’s kingdom and righteousness, mentoring professionals to become leaders of the next generation. His books include Winning Through Transformational Power, The First and the Only, and Bivocational Ministry.
Rev. Yunhong Xuan
Director of Intercultural Studies, LOGOS Evangelical Seminary
He has nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry experience in China and the United States, 14 years of involvement in intercultural missions, and experience managing international and technology companies. He continues to serve in pastoral ministry, missions, and theological education, and is the author of The Mission Ecosystem.
COURSES
Upcoming and Past Courses
Upcoming Courses
No upcoming courses are currently scheduled. Please check LOGOS Training Institute announcements for the latest course offerings.
Winning Through Transformational Power 2024 | Strategies for Success in the Post-Pandemic Era (2 Credits)
Course Dates:January 25–May 9, 2024, for 16 consecutive weeks, with live classes on Zoom.
This course explores how to do work well and in the right way amid constant change. Grounded in enduring principles consistent with Scripture, it develops an integrated approach to decisive moments, seeing through faith, turning points, unlocking potential, and five transformational strengths. Modeled on EMBA teaching, it combines interactive instruction, workplace case studies, group discussion, and Q&A.
Instructors:Rev. Yunhong Xuan and Dr. Yi Kong. Textbook: Winning Through Transformational Power.
The First and the Only | From Work to Faith, From Principles to Truth (2 Credits)
Previous Offering:August 10–October 26, 2021, for 12 consecutive weeks.
At life’s turning points, learn to make choices about what comes first and what matters most, discovering your calling in the world and your mission in God’s kingdom through interaction with Him. Twelve lessons explore relationships, collective conscience, faith, work and belief, humility, inner peace, contentment, suffering, values, mission, and identity.
Instructors:Mr. Yi Kong. The course was jointly organized by LOGOS Training Institute and Ambassadors for Christ.
Bivocational Ministry (Part II) | Professional Responsibilities and Kingdom Calling (2 Credits)
Previous Offering:August 9–October 11, Tuesdays, for 10 consecutive weeks.
Drawing lessons from 16 biblical figures, this course helps participants explore work and life, recognize their value, pursue excellence pleasing to God, and become mission-minded professionals and workplace shepherds who live out influential bivocational ministry.
Course Objective:To embrace work as worship and the workplace as ministry, making “life as faith and work as mission” a lived reality.
TESTIMONIALS
Student Testimonials
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Mr. Kong taught us to focus on the vital 20% and live a fruitful bivocational life that glorifies God and benefits others at home, at work, and in church.
Sister Pan
Manager
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The course helped me understand the essentials and practical application of independent thinking. I can also bring these principles into Sunday school and fellowship, connecting God’s Word with everyday life.
Brother Tu
Professional
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A challenging, enlightening, inspiring, and practical course. I recommend it to every follower of Jesus Christ as we learn, reflect, apply its lessons, and fulfill the Great Commission together.
Pastor Zhao
Pastoral Minister
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Master the five strengths and navigate turning points to build a meaningful life, balancing emotions, knowledge, body, mind, and spirit while exercising spiritual influence for the Lord.
Sister Wang
Business Owner
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A thorough exploration of the biblical view of work and life, supported by real experiences and cases, helped Christians in the workplace understand their mission and purpose in God’s kingdom.
Brother Ye
Manager
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The teaching is coherent and comprehensive, applicable across professions and situations. Bivocational ministry and workplace mission are already taking shape and will become increasingly evident.
Sister Zhu
Professional
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Let Your Workplace Be Where You Answer God’s Call
From professional growth and spiritual formation to workplace mission, discern God’s direction at every pivotal decision and live out your faith.