Institute Northwest Arkansas
Encouraging a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s word and make disciples.
Times
Mid-August through Mid-May:
Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesdays, 5:45am – 7:45am
1 Friday/mo, 5:45am - 7:45am
Location
The Rausch Coleman Building
4058 N College Ave. Ste. 300
Fayetteville, AR 72703
We train students from different churches across the city to develop a disciple-making lifestyle
The Calling
Make discipleship a lifestyle for a lifetime.
As Christ-followers, we’re called to make disciples of all nations, but for many of us, this is a daunting task. We feel ill-equipped and unsure of where to start. Downline Ministries is working to change that.
The Downline Institute is a nine-month intensive training program committed to equipping men and women in biblical disciple-making for multiplicative, multi-generational impact. Our goal is that each graduate is well-equipped to make disciples in their home, church, and community.
Over the course of nine months, the Institute walks students through the Bible, from Genesis 1 to Revelation 22.
In addition, the Institute equips students with in-depth knowledge of God’s Word, biblical manhood/womanhood, and practical discipleship so that our graduates can make disciples in their homes, churches, and communities.
What to Expect
Over the course of nine months, you will:
Gather with local Christ-followers for weekly Bible and discipleship training from some of the best local and national Bible teachers and pastors in the country
Gain a clearer picture of what it means to make disciples of Jesus and how you can participate in the Great Commission
Study approximately 70% of Scripture - starting in Genesis 1 and ending in Revelation 22
Get equipped to be both a student and a teacher of God’s Word
Learn to share your faith
Gain a critical understanding of Biblical manhood/womanhood
Receive life-time access to an online library that houses curriculum guides and recordings from the Institute classes
Develop the discipline of scripture memorization
Northwest Arkansas Teachers
Our classes are taught by gifted Bible teachers and disciple-makers from Northwest Arkansas and around the country.
Dr. Robert Lewis
Speaker, Writer, Author
Brad Wheeler
Lead Pastor, University Baptist Church in Fayetteville
John Onwuchekwa
Author, Speaker, and Former Pastor of Cornerstone Church in Atlanta
Lee Epstein
Pastor, New Heights Church in Fayetteville
David Robbins
President of FamilyLife
Dr. Don Whitney
Associate Dean, School of Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ben Wilson
Lead Pastor, Harvest Community Church in Fayetteville
Robert Cupp
Founding Pastor, Fellowship Bible Church NWA
Cost & Commitment
The total cost of the Northwest Arkansas Institute is $1,500. You can choose to pay upfront or by monthly installments. Payments can be made via check or automatic withdrawal.
Schedule
The Northwest Arkansas Institute meets from mid-August through mid-May:
Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesdays, 5:45am – 7:45am
1 Friday/mo, 5:45am – 7:45am
Downline has helped equip me with the resources necessary to be comfortable beginning a discipleship relationship. Over the 9 months I realized how important disciple
ship is, and that even a "normal" person like me is capable of doing it!
Hailey Rissinger, Downline NWA Class of 2023
I have truly enjoyed everything about my time in Downline. I have studied and learned scripture, received practical tools for disciple making, been challenged personally, and made sweet friendships within the class! It is a marker in my spiritual life I will always remember!
Kerry Offenbacker, Downline NWA CLASS OF 2023
Ready to start making disciples?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Downline Institute?
A discipleship training program committed to equipping men and women to make disciples in their homes, churches, and communities.
Who is the Downline Institute for?
The Downline Institute is for any committed follower of Christ who wants to grow their understanding of Scripture and make disciples in their homes, churches, and communities. The Downline Institute is an interdenominational, multi-ethnic, multi-generational program that equips Christ-followers to make disciples.
What will we study?
Over the course of the Institute, we walk through 70% of the Bible. Alongside our journey through the text of Scripture, we cover our core disciple-making curriculum, biblical manhood and womanhood, and various reproducible tools in areas like evangelism, apologetics, and the Christian life.
Who are the teachers?
The teachers of Downline Northwest Arkansas will consist of local pastors as well as some of the best Christian teachers around the country.
Will I have homework?
The Downline Institute requires four hours per week of live class time. The only homework outside of class is re-teaching and scripture memory. When you commit to the Downline Institute, you aren’t just committing to learning the Word of God, but to sharing it with others.
What is the class schedule?
The Northwest Arkansas Institute meets from Mid-August through Mid-May:
Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesdays, 5:45am – 7:45am
*1 Friday/mo, 5:45am - 7:45am
What if I have regular work or school conflicts with the schedule?
The majority of our students are full-time employees and are typically able to make our current class times. However, if you have questions about making your schedule work with the Downline commitment, please contact us.
Are there holiday breaks for class?
Yes! We will have breaks from class during Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break. We will communicate specific dates at the start of the Institute.
Can I still hear the teaching if I have to miss a class?
Yes! All of our students have access to the audio recordings of the class teachings so you can catch up if you miss a class or want to revisit a topic for further study. In addition, after you graduate from the Institute you’ll also have lifetime access to the content.
How much does it cost?
The total cost of the Downline Northwest Arkansas Institute is $1,500.
After acceptance, you will be asked to submit a $250 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot in the Institute. This deposit will go towards your tuition fee. You can choose to pay upfront or by monthly installments. Payments can be made via check or automatic withdrawal.
Do you have payment plans?
Yes! Tuition can be paid monthly, per semester, or all at once. We also accept tuition payments by automatic bank transfer.
Are there scholarships available?
No one is denied access to the Downline Institute based on their ability to pay full price. We do offer tuition assistance in qualified cases. Financial assistance will be discussed and determined during the interview process.
Can I get Seminary credit for going through the program?
Yes! We have established several partnerships with seminaries around the country to provide Downline Institute participants with the opportunity to receive credit for their participation in the Institute. You can find out more information here.
Our students are invited to train disciple-makers around the world through short-term mission trips.
