Institute Little Rock
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
September to May:
Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesdays, 5:45am – 7:45am
1 Friday/mo, 5:45am - 7:45am
Location
Mountaire Building
1901 Napa Valley Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72212
We’ve trained 514 students from over 50 churches across the city.
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
Little Rock Teachers
Our classes are taught by gifted Bible teachers and disciple-makers from Little Rock and around the country.
Ricky Jenkins
Sr. Pastor, Southwest Church
Dr. Steven Smith
Sr. Pastor, Immanuel Baptist Church
Robert Lewis
Author
Harry Li
Sr. Pastor, Mosaic Church
Phillip Pointer
Sr. Pastor, Saint Mark Baptist Church
Greg Kirksey
Teaching Pastor, The Church at Rock Creek
Dr. Don Whitney
Assoc. Dean of the School of Theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Brandon Barnard
Teaching Pastor, Fellowship Bible Church
Cost & Commitment
The total cost of the Little Rock Institute is $1,500. You can choose to pay upfront or by monthly installments. Payments can be made via check or automatic withdrawal.
Schedule
September to May:
Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesdays, 5:45am – 7:45am
1 Friday/mo, 5:45am – 7:45am
Location
Mountaire Building
1901 Napa Valley Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72212
I loved the diversity of the class, the pace, and of course the information. But, more importantly, I’m marveling over the simplicity and practicality of what I learned.
iris mcGee, Class of 2019
Downline has provided me with so many resources to where I feel confident in discipling my children.
Rachel swanepoel, class of 2017
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?
See all of our Little Rock teachers here.
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 Little Rock Institute meets September to 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.
Where does the Downline Institute meet?
Mountaire Building
1901 Napa Valley Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72212
Where is the Downline office located?
Mountaire Building
1901 Napa Valley Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72212
How much does it cost?
The total cost of the Downline Little Rock 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.
