Foundations
Know, enjoy, and live out the gospel.
A course by Jesse Dan-YusufThree courses · Starts Sunday 1 November · Online, every Wednesday
Overview
The gospel changes everything. It changes how we see God, how we understand ourselves, and how we live in the world.
Foundations is One City's core discipleship curriculum, designed to help you understand the gospel more deeply, experience its transforming power, and learn to live in the light of what Jesus has done.
It takes you through three connected courses, each building upon the last. Together, they explore what it means to know the gospel, enjoy God through the gospel, and live faithfully in the world because of the gospel.
Foundations I · Nine weeks · Starts Sunday 1 November
Knowing the Gospel
What is the gospel, and why does it change everything?
The gospel is the foundation of the Christian life. What we believe about God, ourselves, sin, salvation, and the finished work of Jesus shapes everything else.
Over nine weeks, we’ll explore the essential truths of the Christian faith, learning to understand the gospel clearly, embrace it personally, and build our lives upon it.
Modules9 modules, one each week
- 1Module 1The God Who SpeaksRevelation, Scripture, and How We Know God
- 2Module 2The Story of EverythingCreation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration
- 3Module 3Who Is God?The Trinity and the Character of God
- 4Module 4Who Are We?Image of God, Human Nature, and the Problem of Sin
- 5Module 5Who Is Jesus?The Person and Work of Christ
- 6Module 6What Did Jesus Accomplish?Cross, Resurrection, and Atonement
- 7Module 7What Is Grace?Justification, Adoption, and Union with Christ
- 8Module 8What Is the Gospel?Putting It All Together (Gospel Fluency)
- 9Module 9Why Does It Matter?The Gospel as Public Truth
Foundations II · Nine weeks · After Foundations I
Enjoying the Gospel
How does the gospel shape my inner life and relationship with God?
The gospel invites us into a living relationship with God. We are saved by grace and invited to grow in the enjoyment of the One who saved us.
Over nine weeks, we’ll explore how the gospel takes root in our hearts, transforms our desires, shapes our character, and teaches us to walk with God through the ordinary rhythms of life.
Modules9 modules, one each week
- 1Module 1The Gift of New LifeRegeneration, Conversion, and Assurance
- 2Module 2The Life of PrayerCommunion with the Father through the Son
- 3Module 3The Life in the WordReading Scripture for Formation (not just information)
- 4Module 4The Holy SpiritPresence, Power, and the Spirit-Filled Life
- 5Module 5Worship as a Way of LifeLiving Coram Deo (Before the Face of God)
- 6Module 6The Rhythms of GraceSpiritual Disciplines and Rule of Life
- 7Module 7The Struggle WithinSanctification, Suffering, and Spiritual Warfare
- 8Module 8The Community of GraceWhy We Need the Church for Formation
- 9Module 9The Table and the WaterBaptism, Communion, and Gospel Remembrance
Foundations III · Nine weeks · After Foundations II
Living the Gospel
How does the gospel send me into the world?
The gospel changes how we live in the world God loves. It shapes our relationships, our work, our decisions, and the way we participate in God’s mission.
Over nine weeks, we’ll deepen our theological understanding and explore how to follow Jesus faithfully in everyday life, bearing witness to His grace wherever He has placed us.
Modules9 modules, one each week
- 1Module 1Sent PeopleMission as Identity, Not Just Activity
- 2Module 2The Kingdom of GodWhat Jesus Actually Announced
- 3Module 3The Church and Her MissionEcclesiology for Everyday Disciples
- 4Module 4Your Calling and VocationWork, Gifting, and Faithful Presence
- 5Module 5Money, Generosity, and the GospelStewardship as Worship
- 6Module 6Gospel and CultureEngaging the World Without Losing Your Soul
- 7Module 7Sharing Your FaithEvangelism as Natural Overflow
- 8Module 8Justice, Mercy, and the Common GoodThe Gospel’s Public Implications
- 9Module 9Hope and the FutureEschatology and Why the Ending Changes Everything
Meet your teacher
Jesse Dan‑Yusuf
Founding & Lead Pastor, One City Church Abuja
Helping people know Jesus more deeply, become more like Him, and live out the gospel in everyday life.
Jesse is the founding and lead pastor of One City Church Abuja, a gospel movement with a vision to see everyone, everywhere, becoming one with God.
His own life has been profoundly shaped by the grace of God, and he loves helping others discover how the gospel changes everything: what we believe, how we see ourselves, the people we’re becoming, and the lives we live.
Through Foundations, Jesse hopes to help you grow in your understanding of Scripture, deepen your relationship with Jesus, and discover the joy of following Him in every area of life.
Who is Foundations for?
Wherever you are in your journey with Jesus.
Perhaps you're new to the Christian faith and want to understand what you believe.
Perhaps you've been following Jesus for years but want to grow deeper in your understanding and experience of the gospel.
Or perhaps you're preparing to serve, lead, or disciple others and want to establish stronger foundations for the journey ahead.
Wherever you are, there's room for you.
We never outgrow our need for the gospel.
Frequently asked questions
What is Foundations?
Foundations is One City’s core discipleship programme, designed to help you know, enjoy and live out the gospel. It consists of three courses that explore the Christian faith, our relationship with God and what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.
Who is Foundations for?
Everyone! Whether you’re new to Christianity, have been following Jesus for years or simply want to grow deeper in your faith, Foundations is for you.
What are the three courses?
Foundations is made up of three courses:
- Foundations I: Knowing the Gospel — Understanding the essential truths of the Christian faith.
- Foundations II: Enjoying the Gospel — Growing in your relationship with God and becoming more like Jesus.
- Foundations III: Living the Gospel — Learning to follow Jesus faithfully in every area of life.
Do I have to complete all three courses?
We encourage you to complete all three. Each course builds upon the previous one, taking you from understanding the gospel to enjoying its transforming power and living it out.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
We’d encourage you to! Foundations is designed as a journey through three courses, with each one building on the last.
You’ll begin with Foundations I: Knowing the Gospel, where you’ll explore what we believe about God, Jesus, salvation and the Christian faith.
From there, you’ll move to Foundations II: Enjoying the Gospel, where we’ll learn what it means to know God personally, grow in our relationship with Him and become more like Jesus.
Finally, in Foundations III: Living the Gospel, we’ll explore how everything you’ve learned shapes your everyday life, relationships, work and mission.
We recommend taking the courses in this order so you can get the most out of the experience. There’s so much to discover, and we’d love to walk through it with you!
How long does Foundations take?
Each course runs for nine weeks. The complete Foundations programme consists of 27 weeks of learning across three courses, with breaks between them.
How are the classes structured?
Each week includes a primary teaching session on Saturday and a follow-up session on Wednesday for discussion, questions and practical application. The ninth week concludes each course.
When can I join Foundations?
Foundations runs once a year, with enrolment opening ahead of each new cohort. You can contact the Institute team for information about the next intake.
What happens after Foundations?
Foundations is the beginning of a lifelong journey of discipleship. After completing the programme, you can continue growing through other One City Institute offerings, including Immersion, Intensives and Fellowship, as well as through the wider life of the church.
Have more questions?
We'd love to hear from you. Email us at foundations@onecityabuja.com.
Ready to begin?
Go deeper in the gospel.
Wherever you are in your walk with Jesus, there's more of His grace to discover and more of His life to experience.
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