The Breakthrough Training

A New Vision Producing New Quality Of Life

This kind of vision has a profound impact on the quality of life in the present. We experience a freedom from what has bound us in and from the past in such a way that we can live powerfully now. It does not merely transform our action or provide new choices, but, rather, there is a quantum leap in the quality of our relationships with people we have known our entire life--a renewed commitment and dedication to what is possible with them. We experience the fullness of salvation promised by Paul: "Therefore, if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new" (2 Corinthians 5:17).

Breakthrough Training Description

The Breakthrough Training is a Christian, action-oriented education program that is designed to assist you in dealing with important life issues in a frank and personal way. The learning process of the training includes a variety of formats.

The Breakthrough Training includes:

Ground Rules:
On the first day, the trainer will request that you agree to a series of ground rules. The purpose of these rules is to facilitate group cooperation within a consistent framework.

Lectures:
The trainer will speak about various subjects relevant to the participants' life experiences. The trainer or participants may offer points of view about such subjects. Whether you agree or disagree is unimportant; the value for you comes in clarifying your principles and observing your manner of participation.

Small Group Exercises:
You will periodically meet with a group of 6-12 people for informal discussions and/or structured communication.

Sharing:
Throughout the training, you will have the opportunity to learn by sharing, talking about what you are learning, and hearing about your own and others' experiences. Sharing may occur one-on-one, in small groups, or in front of the entire group. Sharing is completely voluntary.
One-on-one Interaction: You may be asked to answer a series of questions, tell a story, complete sentences, or assume a particular body stance. You will have the opportunity to look directly at specific, personal issues and to support your partner in doing so. Some participants find this an intense or emotional experience.

Listening:
Occasionally, the trainer will request that you close your eyes in order to enhance your ability to listen carefully, free from distractions.

Homework:
Each night, and on longer meal breaks, you will be asked to write out answers to a variety of thought-provoking questions. These assignments generally take a minimum of 30 minutes to complete.

Interaction with Trainer:
At times, you may have direct interaction with the trainer. He or she will coach you from the position that taking personal responsibility is more effective than being a victim.

Worship:
At certain points during the training, you will be involved in individual or group worship. These sessions are designed to allow you to discover and explore powerful expressions of worship that you may not be fully expressing in your daily life.

The training involves all parts of your life: intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual. At times, participants experience thoughts, feelings, or sensations that they may not have thoroughly explored before. This is a fascinating journey for most participants, but it may include a high degree of personal challenge. In preparing yourself for the training, consider the consequences of confronting your life head-on and make your decision to participate accordingly.