Applying the Principles of God’s Word

First Steps Ministries believes that God's Word holds enough wisdom to guide through life's hard times. We have developed step-by-step teachings including:

First Steps to Racial Healing
What are the three things you must examine in order to integrate your church and ministry?
First Steps to Emotional Health
How to overcome Depression, Loneliness, Guilt, Shame and Insecurity.
First Steps to Spiritual Maturity
The Liberating Power of the Word of God applied to the lives of hungry souls.
First Steps to Becoming a People Helper
Teaching series on the Fundamentals of Christian Counseling.

First Steps for Men

Dr. James Seymour has been in ministry for nearly 25 years in a variety of capacities. He has gained insights experientially, as a Christian counselor, and as an international minister that can be of great assistance for men today. Some of Dr. Seymour's topics for men's retreats and ministries include:

A Man and His Treasures
Jesus declared, "where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. In this powerful teaching, Dr. Seymour focuses on the three treasures in the life of every man.
A Good Man is Hard to Find
What does it mean to be a good man today? What are the qualities needed to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord and inspirational to the world?
The Man God Seeks
There are qualities of life and character that God searches for in those who are His men. This is a study of what it means to be a godly man.
Portrait of Three Heroes
A generation is known by the heroes it embraces. Who are some of America's heroes today and what is the Biblical model?

First Steps for Women

Mrs. Dawn Seymour has followed the call of ministry to the "uttermost parts of the earth." She has been a faithful missionary and mother in the arctic cold of Alaska and the tropical heat of Africa. Her responsibilities have included teaching in a Bible College setting in Zimbabwe to both men and women, reaching out in Friendship Evangelism to people of other religions and cultures, and leading a vibrant Women's Ministry as her husband pastored a thriving church in America. As an itinerant speaker, she has touched the hearts of many with her sincerity, her grace and her obvious love for Jesus. Some topics for her ministry just for women include:
English as a Second Language
This course is available to small groups who would like to increase their competency in English.
The Trail of Tears
In this journey below there are times of incredible joy and moments of intense sorrow. People we love grow ill and life sometimes brings unexpected disappointments. How do we carry on despite our grief? Wonderful encouragement from God's Word.
Raising Children Who Love Jesus
The greatest challenge of every Christian mother is to raise children for Kingdom of God. From the heart of a mom who has always put this ministry first.
Being a Partner in Ministry
Encouraging words and principles of truth for women who are married to men in ministry. How do you share your spouse with a needy world and keep joy and harmony in your home? Dawn shares insights from one who has been there.
Is There a Lioness Inside?
When the values you hold precious are threatened, find the courage of a lioness to stand strong in the battle.

Other Topics

Coping With Death
When Tomorrow has been Cancelled: A sensitive study of what the Bible tells us about death and beyond.
Spiritual Warfare
Our Three Enemies: A message for the 21st Century Believer relative to the three main forces that seek to undermine the victorious life in Christ.
Overcoming Burnout
Battling Battle Fatigue: A message that addresses the four stages of burnout encountered by so many in the service of the Lord. What is the Biblical antidote for the warrior for Christ who has grown weary in the battle for souls?
Three Questions About The Wilderness
How, How Long...How to Survive: For many Christians, the journey below includes not only times on the mountain top, but seasons in the wilderness. Here is a message of practical survival guidelines.