Becoming What God Intended Ministries

04/03/2026

Good Friday is a horrible Friday for the Son of God. Psalm 22, the Psalm that spells out what happened to Christ on the Cross, and described what He felt as he hung there. He described those about the Cross as being like animals, evil dogs, bulls, and ripping at Him like a lion. No humanity was shown to Him. He who embraced sinful humanity experienced humanity at its worse.The scribes, the high priests, and the Pharisees mocked him. That is like the American Supreme Court showing up at the ex*****on of a criminal and mocking the man as he was being executed.

Our sins are real and sometimes brutal. He became our sins for us, so that we might have the righteousness of God the Father in Him. And all humanity could do was make His suffering worse. As he looked out at the scene around him what affected Him the most was, “My God, MY God, to what purpose have you abandoned me?” Like a child abandoned, (He knows exactly why He has been abandoned), His heart screams out in agony at the experience, “Why?”

The why is for us.

-By Dr. David Eckman

Check out this video, “Who is this Jesus to you? Are you a giver or a taker?”

www.WhatGodIntended.orgSermon by Dr. Eckman at Creekside Community Church, Alamo, CA June 2022. David Eckman, Ph.D., has been a pastor for 16 years followed...

12/19/2025

Ever wanted to take a high-quality, seminary-level course at a fraction of the usual cost, while truly understanding and enjoying it?

Here's your chance! BC103 Theology of Romans is a transformative course that combines biblical theology with personal growth.

Register now—limited spots available!

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12/17/2025

Finished BC102 Head to Heart? Take the next step with BC105 Skills for Living!

This course links core principles to real mental-health and emotional issues and shows how to share the gospel. Learn how emotions form, communicate better, and help others. Strengthen your emotional and relational skills with Skills for Living.

Sign up today!

A course on creating a bridge for sharing the Gospel through secular versions of BWGI Ministries’ materials. Dates: 01/15/26-05/07/26 • 17 Weeks long • Weekly Meetings • USA (West Coast) Thursdays 4-5:30 pm PST. *Beginning 3/12 DST: 5-6:30 pm PST • USA (East Coast) Thursdays 7-8:30 pm EST.

12/04/2025

Romans isn’t just a book—it’s a powerful guide to transformation! In BC103: Theology of Romans, explore seven spiritual skills taught by Paul that make spiritual growth simple and profound.

This spring, experience the Book of Romans with Dr. Eckman (English) or Dr. Ming Chen (Chinese). Their teaching will bring fresh clarity and insight.

Strengthen your spiritual foundation—enroll this spring! https://www.whatgodintended.org/bwgi5courses/p/bc102-theologyofromans-qazs

11/17/2025

Dr. Eckman's Top 10 Quotes
Quote #1: "You are worth a Son!"®™

It's easy to view God's love through the difficulties we face, questioning, "If God truly loves me, why do bad things happen?" However, our challenges are not the measure of His love - only the cross defines it.

Through the cross, the Father has made it clear: "You are worth a Son."®™

If you're struggling to grasp the depth of the Father's love, join Heart to Heart and other BWGI courses to rediscover your true worth and how deeply you are loved (P.29 - Becoming What God Intended © 2021)

Sign up today and get $25 off your course registration.
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11/08/2025

When God led the Israelites out of Egypt, He didn't take them along the shortest path to the Promised Land. Have you ever wondered why?

The answer is B.

God knew the shorter path would lead them directly into battle before they were ready, so He chose a longer route—not to punish them, but to prepare them.

How we answer this question often reveals how we view God.

Do you see Him as harsh, or as wise and kind, even when the journey feels long?

Head to Heart is a journey to rediscover who God truly is—and who you truly are in His eyes. Register today and use promo code EarlyBird to get $25 off — Offer ends Nov 31. http://head2heart.org

11/07/2025

When God led the Israelites out of Egypt, He didn't take them along the shortest path to the Promised Land. Have you ever wondered why?

A. Because God wanted to test and punish them for their lack of faith
B. Because God was protecting them from battles they were not ready to face yet
C. Because God didn't care how difficult the journey was

Come back tomorrow to find out the correct answer!

Sign up for our Spring Classes today and enjoy $25 off with promo code EarlyBird. Offer ends Nov 31.
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11/06/2025

When our theology is flawed, it's like a car crash in our minds.
Confusion, guilt, and frustration- pile up because what we believe about God shapes how we live.
If our understanding of God is unclear, how can we live according to what the Bible teaches?

This Spring 2026, BWGI invites you to strengthen your foundation through four life-changing discipleship courses:

BC101 - Becoming What God Intended: a study for spiritual transformation.

BC102 - Head to Heart: Discover what every Christian needs to learn, integrate, and experience a journey from knowing the truth to living it.

BC103 - Theology of Romans: Dive into the heart of Romans and uncover what it truly means to live from a Trinitarian perspective.

BC105 - Skills for Living: Examine Biblical mental health principles and how they can be tools for sharing the Gospel.

Each course helps you move beyond common misconceptions of Christianity, transforming knowledge into authentic, lived-out faith.

Register today and start rebuilding your foundation. Use promo code EarlyBird to get $25 off - offer ends Nov 31. https://www.whatgodintended.org/bwgicourses

10/27/2025

Can I really trust Him?

The Israelites walked in the light of God's presence—a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night, yet still doubted His goodness.

We often do the same.
We know God loves us, but a quiet voice whispers, "Can I really trust Him?"

That's the orphan mindset—a heart still shaped by fear and striving.

Join Head to Heart - a journey of discovery and renewal toward trusting God and becoming who He intended you to be.
http://head2heart.org

10/26/2025

We all carry missing pieces in our hearts we struggle to accept.

But God the Father accepts us completely, even the parts we try to hide.

Head to Heart is a journey of discovery and renewal, where you'll learn to see yourself through the Father's eyes.

Join Head to Heart today - a discipleship journey you'll never regret. https://ow.ly/afsG50XhCC2

10/25/2025

The tree in Eden wasn't a trap—it was an invitation.

God never forces faith. He gives freedom because real trust must be chosen.

Many of us still see God through lenses of fear, control, or disappointment. We confuse His patience with distance, and His silence with disapproval.

What if faith isn't about trying harder to please God but about learning to see Him as He truly is?

It's time to rediscover a God who invites rather than imposes.

Join Head to Heart today to discover more.
http://head2heart.org