"As a business leader who strives for personal growth, I have not found a better way to immerse myself in a growth-oriented environment than joining GBSL. There are countless books and courses focused on leadership development, but this program stands apart by emphasizing leadership transformation from a biblical perspective rooted in service, integrity, and character. The curriculum offers an ever-evolving range of topics supported by outstanding lectures, books, and podcasts. However, the real magic of GBSL comes from being surrounded by other

leaders from diverse backgrounds who are equally committed to learning, growing, and challenging one another..

While my journey with GBSL is far from complete, I regularly find myself drawing on lessons learned during my four years in the program. The world often defines success and leadership on its own terms, but GBSL has deepened my understanding of biblical leadership and strengthened my ability to apply those principles in everyday life. The program challenged me to grow in character, humility, and intentionality while equipping me with practical leadership tools that have benefited both my professional and personal relationships. More importantly, it has given me a clearer vision of what it means to lead as Christ led: serving others with integrity, wisdom, and purpose.

For anyone seeking not just leadership education but genuine leadership transformation, I cannot recommend GBSL highly enough." -M.S

"I have other secular degrees that have been advantageous to my career and intellect (prior to COVID, I was nominated for a building to be named after me; I thought that happened after you died!). However, none of those degrees have done for me what the School of Leadership did!
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My fervor for the things of God has returned after years of complacency. My hunger and thirst to learn, grow, do, and be transformed was kindled from a dwindling ember into a flame! That’s just some of what GBSL did for me!
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My prayer is that the Gerald Brooks School of Leadership catches fire and burns across this nation to ignite the flame of those called to lead and encourage God’s flock. Keep this letter to remind you that this school matters! Freely share it with any and all who will listen. May the God of increase do what only He can do best: Increase!" -M.R

"One year as an audit student at GBSL changed the course of my entire life. This leadership school became my safe haven and healing ground. GBSL brought out what needed to be healed. The 18-year-old veteran in me: SHE healed. Twenty-three years of buried PTSD, darkness, night terrors, and an empty void was finally fulfilled with God’s grace and light.
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GBSL handed me a mirror to look into myself and gave me an opportunity to work on myself with God. Not only did the School of Leadership help me level up as an individual, but I evolved into a better wife and mother. Not only did I flourish, but my family did also.

Thank you, Pastor Brooks. I have peace within me now." -S.S

"I have grown more from doing three semesters of GBSL than 30+ years of bible study and various classes and seminars.

My perspective of how I do life has changed from walking into a room to see what I can gain from it, to walking into a room looking for who I can bless. As I've stepped out of my comfort zone to serve the Lord in new ways, I've been surprised by the gifts of the Spirit He gives me in order to help others.

Of course serving comes with a cost, but the blessings of knowing God is at work in me and through me is a reward of joy that outweighs any cost. I have a future and a hope for a grand adventure serving God and serving others." -J.G