Nairobi Institute of Reformed Theology

What dictates the form and function of the local church? For Cheryle Masia, her Practical Ecclesiology module was an eye-opening reminder that the church is an institution established by Christ Himself—meaning we must constantly fall back on His Word for guidance rather than cultural trends.

Hear how NIRT is shaping Cheryle's heart and mind in her very first semester here: https://youtu.be/AdYv1y1QsRw?si=XquvlZFjvQEU8fUn

Not defined by culture, but defined by the Bible. 📖🌱

Pastor Joel Kurz from The Garden Church, Baltimore, highlights the heart behind his Practical Ecclesiology course at NIRT. It’s not just about learning good doctrine; it’s about raising courageous leaders who will apply it locally to foster true gospel growth and plant healthy churches.

Hear his reflections on his time teaching in Nairobi and his prayers for the future of our students now on Youtube: https://youtu.be/E9YlcAXTbUU?si=p12nGidib30ssQgv.

For Pastor Edwin Omaya, Lead Pastor at Fellowship Baptist Church in Mombasa, seminary wasn't just about a degree; it was about gaining the tools to isolate verbs, conduct deep word studies, and preach the text accurately. Watch as he discusses the robust content at NIRT and his prayer for more leaders from the Coast to join this mission.

Full video available on Youtube :https://youtu.be/XhaHdKZYstw?si=lglLvpqAAa0KZJCg

NIRT instructor Isaac Ilunga addresses a highly debated question in modern ministry. As he notes, what is truly at stake is training. While it is the local church's biblical mandate to equip faithful men to handle the Word of Truth, most churches lack the resources to do it alone.

Discover how seminaries like NIRT come alongside the local church to help leaders discern their calling, study church history, and learn to rightly divide the word of truth.

Out now on Youtube! https://youtu.be/V0aRYZMw_Jo?si=qT_dfHP6uJwuTO46