APEST Intro Courses
Build a strong Scriptural foundation in APEST
Whether you’re just beginning to explore APEST or looking to solidify your understanding of its biblical roots, these foundational courses offer a clear, accessible entry point into core concepts of APEST, and the book of Ephesians as a whole. Each course will equip you with the essential paradigms and principles to help you see how APEST relates to Christ, the church, and our our develomental journey of becoming everything God created us to be.
APEST Intro Course - SHORT
The APEST Intro Course
The APEST Intro Course
A short, one-session introduction and overview of Ephesians 4 that highlights the key topics, words, definitions, and concepts that are foundational to a wholistic understanding of APEST.
In this one-hour live course, you’ll discover the essentials of APEST, gain fresh clarity on your own gifting, and catch a vision of for how APEST can enhnce your life and leadership.
What You'll Learn:
Maybe you’ve heard of the fivefold gifts—apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, and teacher—but you’re not sure how they fit together or why they matter. In this one-hour session, I’ll give you a clear, high-level introduction to APEST rooted in Ephesians 4:1–16. Together we’ll look at these core essentials:
- Unity – why Paul places unity before diversity
- Story – where APEST flows directly from the gospel.
- Diversity – simple and expanded definitons of each APEST gifting.
- Maturity – how APEST helps us develop Christ-like maturity.
- Reciprocity – how these giftings work together in the body of Christ.
In just one session, you’ll walk away with language and frameworks that make sense of APEST, fresh clarity about your own gifting, and a bigger vision of how every member of the body contributes to the church’s maturity and mission.
This is the perfect starting point if you’re curious about APEST but not ready to commit to the full 5-week journey. My hope is that this hour will give you both understanding and inspiration to take your next step in discovering how Christ has gifted you and how you can grow with others into the person God created you to be.
Enrollment Benefits:
Instructor:
Tim Catchim | Author and Seasoned Trainer in APEST
60 min
Cost: $14.99
APEST Intro Course - LONG
The APEST Intro Course
The APEST Intro Course
Discover how the fivefold giftings—apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, and teacher—work together to grow us into the fullness of Christ.
In this 5-week live course, you’ll gain fresh insight into your own gifting, learn to value the strengths of others, and experience a vision of unity and maturity that transforms how you live and lead.
What You'll Learn:
When you think about the fivefold giftings—apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, and teacher—it’s easy to treat them as labels or roles. But what if they are more than that? What if they are people uniquely designed by Christ to help us develop Christ-like maturity in our life?
In this 5-week live, online course, I’ll guide you through Ephesians 4:1–16 and show you how APEST is designed to shape not only your personal calling, but also the health and maturity of those around you. Together we’ll explore five key topics:
- Unity – why Paul places unity before diversity, and how relational and doctrinal unity hold us together.
- Story – where APEST comes from and how it is anchored in the victory of Christ.
- Diversity – how each gifting functions and what they uniquely contribute to the body of Christ.
- Maturity – how APEST helps us develop Christ-like maturity.
- Reciprocity – how these giftings work together so that the body builds itself up in love.
This course isn’t just about gaining information—it’s about transformation. You’ll gain language and frameworks to better understand yourself, clarity on how to recognize and value others’ giftings, and practical ways to grow in maturity by learning how to receive from the other giftings.
By the end, you’ll not only see your own gifting more clearly—you’ll discover how to step into a reciprocal way of living and leading where everyone both gives and receives. My hope is that you’ll leave this course with a deeper sense of belonging in the body of Christ and a renewed vision for how your unique contribution helps the whole community grow into the fullness of Jesus.
Enrollment Benefits:
Instructor:
Tim Catchim | Author and Seasoned Trainer in APEST
5 hrs/5 Sessions
Cost: $49.99
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our APEST Courses.
Our courses are customized for a diverse range of individuals. Whether you’re an everyday Christian looking to understand more about APEST giftings, a small group or ministry leader, or a leader of a church, church plant, or non-profit, our tailored learning experiences are designed with you in mind.
To find the best course for you, consider where you are in your APEST journey. Our Intro Courses are for beginners and help you build a strong foundation for understanding each APEST gifting, and how they can work together. The other courses labeled Apostle Courses, Prophet Courses etc., are for people who have a basic understanding of APEST but want to deepen their knowledge and practice of APEST. Each course description on our website provides detailed information to help you make an informed decision.
Most of the courses are pre recorded. But we also offer “live” courses, too. Unless the course is labeled “live” in the course description, it is a pre recorded online course.
Absolutely! Our online courses are designed for your convenience, allowing you to learn at your own pace. We understand that everyone has different schedules and learning styles, so our courses are flexible to fit your individual needs. This is ideal for fitting your courses into your personal and professional life. However, some courses are “live” and have scheduled elements, which are clearly indicated in the course description.
While our courses are self-paced, they typically come with a recommended timeframe for completion to keep you on track – anywhere from 1 to 8 weeks depending on the course. However, to accommodate different learning speeds and schedules you will have access to all course materials for the lifetime of your account. This will allow you to come back to courses and materials and access the content anytime you want.
We stand by the quality of our courses, but we also understand that circumstances can change. Our refund policy is designed to be fair and transparent. Please refer to our ‘Terms and Conditions’ for detailed information on refunds.
Most courses are pre-recorded to allow for self-paced learning. The “live” courses, however, are defintiely designed for interaction. Also, everyone who enrolls in a course will be invited to join a private Facebook Group where you can connect, ask questions, and share insights with others who have been or are currently enrolled in a course, along with other instructors.
We are dedicated to making sure your learning experience is enjoyable and meaningful. If you encounter any issues, you can reach out to us via email at support@trimtab.guide or our website’s contact form and we will seek to resolve it in the quickest and most efficient way possible.
Some of our advanced courses may have prerequisites, which are clearly listed in the course description. However, most courses are designed so that anyone can step in and move forward in their APEST journey without any prior reading or experience.
Our courses are designed with a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning. You’ll not only be introduced to paradigm shifting content, each course will include practical exercises you can do to apply APEST right where you live, learn, work, and play.
While we don’t offer a trial period, we provide detailed course descriptions so you can understand the course content and structure before making a commitment.
Yes, definitely! Completing a course doesn’t mean the end of your APEST journey with us. Everyone who participates in a course is invited to join a private Facebook Group where you can connect, share insights, and grow together with others in their APEST journey.
For those who want more focused investment, you can enroll in our Co-Lab where APEST practitioners and equippers meet bi-weekly for ongoing coaching and consulting with Tim on how to maximize APEST in their context. See Co-Lab at the top of the page for more details.
