The Christian Formation Ecosystem
Every Journey Begins Somewhere.
Every disciple’s journey begins somewhere. Some people want to understand the Bible more deeply. Others long for a richer walk with Christ. Still others sense God calling them to encourage, lead, and serve.
Tower of Praise is a Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people know God’s Word, deepen their relationship with Christ, discover their God-given calling, and faithfully serve in their homes, churches, and communities.
Our flagship ministry, the Online Bible Institute Network, provides accessible biblical education for believers around the world. As our ministry has grown, we have developed the Christian Formation Ecosystem—an integrated discipleship framework that connects biblical education, spiritual formation, mentoring, and leadership development into one lifelong journey of following Jesus Christ.
Whether someone is taking their first Bible course, learning historic Christian practices, discovering their calling, or mentoring others, every gateway is designed to help people become mature disciples who love God, serve the Church, and influence their communities for Christ.
The Christian Formation Ecosystem provides three gateways into one lifelong journey of biblical formation, spiritual formation, calling, community, and Kingdom service.
Choose Your Gateway
Three Gateways. One Journey.
Each gateway invites people into the same ecosystem from a different starting point.
Online Bible Institute Network
The Biblical Formation Gateway
For those who want to know God’s Word and build a strong foundation for lifelong discipleship, ministry, mentoring, and Kingdom service.
Explore OBIChristian Practices
The Spiritual Formation Gateway
For those who want to live God’s Word through prayer, spiritual habits, daily rhythms, and a deeper walk with Christ.
Explore PracticesKingdom Encouragers
The Calling & Community Gateway
For those who want to discover their calling, encourage others, grow as leaders, and strengthen the churches they serve.
Explore EncouragersOne Ecosystem
Support for every step of the journey.
No matter which gateway someone enters, they are supported by shared formation tools, relationships, resources, and church partnerships.
The Lifelong Journey
Discover. Grow. Practice. Serve. Multiply.
Discover
Find your place to begin.
Grow
Develop biblical and spiritual depth.
Practice
Build rhythms that shape daily life.
Serve
Encourage others and strengthen churches.
Multiply
Help others begin their journey.