Acts America

Program Introduction

The Jacob House is an in-resident program for men working to overcome life-controlling problems. Through counseling, bible study, prayer and discipleship training, residents gain a personal relationship with God and prepare to live overcoming lives that are both healthy and productive. The goal of the Jacob House is that participants be equipped to care for their own spiritual and physical needs, and live as mature members of the church and in society.

We provide a livable, spiritual and practical learning environment for approximately 12 to 18 months. This Program consists of structure and discipline through which students learn personal responsibility for their life and actions. In order to get full benefit out of the program, completion is important and required. We offer Bible classes and counseling, with emphases on personal devotion and prayer. Students study lessons using the individualized Bible and Christian Growth curriculum. The purpose of the work/house detail program is to teach individual responsibility, work skills and team cooperation. Our goal is to teach each student to pay attention to details and work in harmony with co-workers and supervisors. Each student learns to set goals and to work until the goal is attained. With these tools, he can learn to make responsible decisions.

You will begin the program in what is known here as “Phase One”. This phase lasts approximately six months but is primarily dependent upon your progress and adjustment in the program. It consist of participation in the curriculum studies, work details, personal chores, openness in counseling, openness to work on problem behaviors, and an emphasis on personal devotion and prayer. During this phase you will learn or relearn the basics of a personal relationship with God, responsible daily living, and treating others with dignity and respect. These basics are designed to help you gain a sense of order and discipline in your responsibility in participation for Phase two of the program. In order for growth and change to take place in your life and become apparent to the staff and others, we encourage you to apply yourself in every area of the program. The staff evaluates each student’s personal growth and readiness for Phase Two.

      In His Service,

      Acts America School of Pentecost