The criteria for acceptance into John 3:16 Ministries are as follows:

• The ministry accepts men 21 years of age and above.
• The applicant must be at his personal “rock bottom.”
• He must be humble and admit that he has a problem with drugs or alcohol.
• He must believe that God can heal him of his addiction.
• He must be willing to follow the guidelines and direction of the ministry.
• He must be willing and able to do physical work.
• He must be willing to commit a minimum of 6 months to 1 year at the ministry.

The acceptance process is as follows:

• The man needing help must call the ministry.
• He must attend a Sunday service to be interviewed.
• He must remain in the chapel after the service and speak with the director.