LCU (Life Christian University Satellite Campus in Statesville, NC)

If you are seeking God’s will for your life, desiring to go deeper in your relationship with Him, and want to get a degree to open more doors, LCU is the place to be. 

We believe Jesus is still doing today, through His body, what He began in His own ministry while on earth. We are called to study to show ourselves approved. To be effective in ministry—from the church to the marketplace, we must continue to grow spiritually.  

TESTIMONIALS:

 “My LCU experience has been a “spiritual” eye opener and has heightened my walk with Christ.”

—Regina Rhodes-Steele

“LCU has given me the opportunity to pursue my dream and God’s will for my life! The word that we get here will change your life, and when you spread the Gospel that has been sown in you, you will be able to change someone else’s life!”

—Gavin Owens

“The benefits of Life Christian University (LCU) for us: When I got saved, I wanted to give my all to the Lord. And especially when I answered the call to ministry. I felt the need for accreditation, to show an effort to apply substantiation to the feelings of my heart and spirit. God knew it, but men needed to see something. LCU has given me the tools to not only undergird ministry but also my life. The school is an asset to anyone who wants to further their knowledge in the Lord. Dr. Jason Bost, Dr. Deborah Starczewski, and Dr. Mark Flory have imparted a wealth of information, wisdom, experience and friendship in helping one such as myself to grasp what it is the Lord is doing and saying to me in practical ways. I feel enriched by the experience. And to top it off, it’s affordable. My wife and I will graduate at the same time with minimal impact to our household…and debt free! Thank you LCU.” 

— Pastor Ivan & Olivia Tate 

 “Although I had no intention of getting a degree at Life Christian University, I thoroughly enjoyed the four years I went there. The knowledge of the Bible that I gained will forever stay with me. The instructors were all amazing and had great insight into scripture. The class discussions were also very helpful. I am glad I decided to go and get my degree at LCU in Statesville, North Carolina.”

 —Mary MacDonald, Senior Loan Officer, Towne Bank Mortgage 

“To God be the Glory; not only was my physical mind advanced, but transformation to my inner man…which resuscitated my heart in greater spiritual growth. Can’t wait to start back!”

—Susan Chambers

No matter if you are ordained as a minister or not, we are all called to be ministers, cleverly disguised in our sphere of influence, from the house of God to the marketplace, from the White House to our family, friends, and neighbors.

  —Dr. Deborah Starczewski

If you live in the North Carolina area: 

Contact Director: Dr. Jason Bost for more information:

704-883-5433 (LIFE) 

Classes start back September 7, 2017

www.zoelife.info

If you live in a foreign nation or another area in the United States, visit Life Christian University in Florida for more information on satellites in your area: www.lcus.edu 

You can sow, but only God can grow. You will never discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore…”Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus” (Matthew 14:29 NASB) Without taking a risk, you will never know all God created you to be and never realize your God-given potential. #Leavealegacy #YourGiftWillMakeRoomForYou #AbundantLife #SpiritualMaturity #IdentifyYourGift #BullDogFaith

If I had not believed God, my husband would not be alive today. God raised him from death, healed him from two strokes, and two open-heart surgeries. Yes, and twenty-five days in Mercy hospital…with a stop sign at the street corner that was strategically placed by God that said:  STOP WORRYING.  Someone had gone before us and had put a sticker that said “worrying” underneath the word STOP. 

God goes to extreme measures to encourage us. Trust Him today. If I had not stepped out and asked questions, stated what God told me to say, and had the boldness to stand up—I would have been a widow.

Dare to step out and identify your gift, dream big dreams, connect with people of purpose, live large, empower people to do the same, promote other people, and live the abundant life through caring about people and obeying God. Choose to leave a legacy of knowing God and making Him known in every area of your life. 

God still raises the dead. He parted the Red Sea and He will part whatever Red Sea is facing you today. Dare to believe.

He loves you!

BOOKS BY DEBORAH STARCZEWSKI

GOD’S PRICELESS TREASURE (How To Overcome Challenges, Be Transformed And Know Your Purpose)….drama to destiny, pain to purpose, a mess to a message, trial and tragedy to triumphant living through Christ.

A LEAP OF FAITH (25 Days At The Mercy Seat)…the full account of all the miracles…God raised my husband from death, healed him from two strokes..and walked with us through 25 days at Mercy and two open-heart surgeries. A modern day miracle that will give you faith to believe. 

THE MIDNIGHT HOUR (Will America Turn Back To God?)…a must read for ALL!

Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, www.starministriesinc.com and other distributors.

SHIFT HAPPENS…anthology (Sold at events)

For speaking engagements and ministry…contact Dr. (Rev.) Deborah Starczewski at www.starministriesinc.com

“Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’” (1 Corinthians 15:33)

Wrong associations can corrupt good manners. The people you associate with on a regular basis will have an impact on your life—one way or another. Not all people who sound religious are really godly. Jesus said “they refer to me as ‘Lord,’ but they still won’t enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The decisive issue is whether they obey my Father in heaven.”…..He also said, “Anyone who listens to my teaching and obeys me is wise, like a person who builds a house on a solid rock. Though the rains come in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against the house, it won’t collapse, because it is built on a rock. But anyone who hears my teaching and ignores it is foolish, like a person who builds a house on sand. When the rains and floods come and the winds beat against that house, it will fall with a mighty crash.” After Jesus finished speaking, the crowds were amazed at his teaching, for he taught as one who had real authority—quite unlike the teachers of religious law. (See Matthew 7:21-28).

It is impossible to live a life that is untouched by other people. Wrong attitudes, opinions, and unbelief through negative speaking can reshape our perspective and influence our decisions if we don’t choose to renew our minds on a daily basis. That is why it is imperative to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit—not mankind—and to have a personal, intimate relationship with the Lord through spending time in His Word, and with other believers. It’s a daily choice. 

It’s totally awesome when one godly person’s life sharpens another, but it can be a disaster in the making when negative influence sways better judgment. Being lured in by the temptation of negative opinions, and the world’s system doesn’t really show up too much in the beginning—but surely does with hindsight. It also has the power to harden the heart over time. 

When people who call themselves believers or Christians surrender to sinful lifestyles, it dulls the ability to discern right and wrong (1 Tim. 4:1-2), and can easily draw others along as well. Believe it or not, some of the biggest potential enemies to spiritual growth that Paul experienced were not those outside the faith who were involved in blatant sin, but rather those inside the church community. 

Negative influence isn’t always obvious. We will never improve on the Master’s plan—staying on the “ancient path”….and following Jesus Himself is always BEST. We will never improve on anything by imitating man. We are warned to be on the lookout for wolves in sheep’s clothing—those who appear “spiritual” on the outside, but lead God’s people astray (2 Thess. 2:3; 2 Peter 3:17; 1 John 4:1).

Negative influence might go something like this: “Come on, everybody is doing it.” “You are over the top with this relationship with Jesus stuff.” “You can skip college class today…no one will miss you.” Or, when a friend says: “Don’t you think your husband is too tight with money?” Or, “The world says it’s okay, so it has to be okay with God.” WRONG! 

The desire for man’s approval, rebellion, and the pleasure of sin are traps of the enemy. Don’t ignore warnings from the Lord…no matter how they come. Surround yourself with people who are positive influences, and limit time with negative people. Being around positive people who follow God’s Word will also bring protection. 

Take time for prayer. The surrendered person has a relationship with God where he or she can hear what the Lord is saying. Through prayer, we submit ourselves to God, and allow our hearts, minds, and wills to be influenced by the power of the Holy Spirit. 

The question to ask is this: “Is this relationship drawing me closer to Jesus and the Cross?” Stick close to people who run everything by God and His Word. It may save you from disaster.

And…remember this….the very person who irritates you may be the very one God has sent to you to bring you to a place of victory in some area.  If your heart is tender, you will be drawn to God’s truth and want to grow. If your heart is hardening and wounded, you will be annoyed, aggravated, and want to distance yourself from people who love the Lord and His Word. 

Focus on God’s truth…it will transform your thinking (Romans 12:2). The Word protects our minds against the lies and deception of sin. Submit to God through His Word and prayer. Joshua 1:8 commands us, “Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it.” 

God loves you! He has a great plan for your life….Apart from our relationship with the LORD, all religious practices are empty. Let’s pray together: “Father, in the name of Jesus, keep me close and obedient, real and authentic, as I live my Christian life. 

Take time to pray Psalm 129:4, Psalm 103:20, Isaiah 49:25, Isaiah 55:11, and Isaiah 54:17. 

God bless you!

Deborah Starczewski

Books by Dr. Deborah Starczewski

GOD’S PRICELESS TREASURE (How To Overcome Challenges, Be Transformed, And Know Your Purpose)….. move from drama to destiny, pain to purpose, a mess to a message, and trials to triumph through CHRIST. 

 A LEAP OF FAITH (25 Days At The Mercy Seat)….the full account of the miraculous intervention by God in the life of my husband—raised from death, two open heart surgeries, and healing from two strokes. This book reveals the power of hearing, listening and obeying God…and the importance of other believers in our lives. 

THE MIDNIGHT HOUR (Will America Turn Back To God?)… a must read for all. A great family devotional and makes a great gift for friends, family, and any occasion. 

Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Xulon, www.starministriesinc.com and other distributors.

*Contact Deborah for ministry and speaking engagements at www.starministriesinc.com