AL L COURSES

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Church History

CH 501 Overview of Church History I

CH 502 Overview of Church History II

CH 503 Church History: Cults and the Occult

CH 504 Church Government and Polity

CH 505 American Church History

CH 524 The Life, Thought and Impact of Augustine

CH 525 Martin Luther and the Reformation

CH 526 John Calvin and the Swiss Reformation

CH 527 History of the Presbyterian and Reformed Traditions

CH 550 Independent Study in Church History

CH 601 Church History Seminar

CH 680 Thesis (Church History)

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Doctor of Ministry

DM 820 Foundations for Ministry

DM 830 Effective Communication

DM 835 The Church’s Ministry to its Culture

DM 840 Effective Preaching

DM 845 Contemporary Evangelical Theologies

DM 850 Effective Worship

DM 855 Pastoral Counseling

DM 865 Leadership Development

DM 875 The Minister’s Personal and Professional Life

DM 950 Independent Study

DM 999 Dissertation

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Missions and Evangelism

ME 501 Evangelism Explosion Trainee

ME 502 Evangelism Explosion Trainer

ME 504 Introduction to Missions

ME 575 Perspectives on the World Christian Movement

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New Testament

NT 501 New Testament Survey I

NT 502 New Testament Survey II

NT 503 New Testament Survey III

NT 504A Introduction to Greek I

NT 504B Introduction to Greek II

NT 504C Introduction to Greek III

NT 505 New Testament Exegesis I

NT 506 New Testament Exegesis II

NT 507 New Testament Biblical Theology

NT 508 Biblical Hermeneutics

NT 509 Life of Christ

NT 510 Romans

NT 525 Greek Reading

NT 527 Acts

NT 528 Ephesians

NT 529 1 Corinthians

NT 530 Galatians

NT 531 Philippians

NT 532 Colossians

NT 533 1 / 2 Timothy and Titus

NT 534 Hebrews

NT 536 Introduction to New Testament Thought Forms

NT 537 New Testament English Bible

NT 550 Independent Study in New Testament

NT 580 Thesis

NT 601 New Testament Seminar

NT 680 Thesis (New Testament)

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Old Testament

OT 501 Old Testament Survey I

OT 502 Old Testament Survey II

OT 503 Old Testament Survey III

OT 504A Introduction to Hebrew I

OT 504B Introduction to Hebrew II

OT 504C Introduction to Hebrew III

OT 505 Old Testament Exegesis I

OT 506 Old Testament Exegesis II

OT 507 Old Testament Biblical Theology

OT 525 Introduction to Historical Geography

OT 526 Culture and Customs of Bible Days

OT 527 Introduction to Old Testament Thought Forms

OT 528 Old Testament English Bible

OT 529 Old Testament Book Study

OT 550 Independent Study in Old Testament

OT 601 Old Testament Seminar

OT 680 Thesis (Old Testament)

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Pastoral Theology

PT 501A Pastoral Counseling I

PT 501B Pastoral Counseling II

PT 502A Homiletics I

PT 502B Homiletics II

PT 503A Leadership I

PT 503B Leadership II

PT 504A Church Development I

PT 504B Church Development II

PT 507 Worship

PT 511 Pastoral Theology

PT 525 Human Sexuality

PT 526 Anger and Abuse Management

PT 527 Current Issues in Biblical Counseling

PT 528 Group Dynamics

PT 529 Premarital Counseling

PT 530 Divorce and Remarriage

PT 531 Grief Counseling

PT 532 Crisis Counseling

PT 535 Communication Dynamics

PT 540 Church Development and Growth

PT 541 Church Planting

PT 550 Independent Study in Pastoral Theology

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Religion and Society

RS 503 The Christian World View I

RS 504 The Christian World View II

RS 541 Reformed Perspectives on Christ and Culture

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Systematic Theology

ST 501 Introduction to Reformed Theology

ST 502 Systematic and Historical Theology I: Revelation and Inspiration

ST 503 Systematic and Historical Theology II: God

ST 504 Systematic and Historical Theology III: Man

ST 505 Systematic and Historical Theology IV: Person and Work of Christ

ST 506 Systematic and Historical Theology V: Person and Work of the Holy Spirit

ST 507 Systematic and Historic Theology VI: The Church and Last Things

ST 508 Comparative Evangelical Theologies

ST 509 Social Ethics

ST 510 History of Philosophy and Logic

ST 511 Doctrine: Basic Survey I

ST 512 Doctrine: Basic Survey II

ST 513 History of Apologetics

ST 514 Contemporary Apologetic Systems

ST 537 The Challenge of World Religions

ST 538 Contemporary Liberal Theology

ST 539 Grace and Discipline

ST 540 Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer

ST 541 Apologetics of Cornelius Van Til

ST 545 Roman Catholicism

ST 546 Evangelism and Apologetics

ST 550 Independent Study in Systematic Theology

ST 580 Thesis (Systematic Theology)

ST_540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer

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Theology

TH 601 Biblical Theology Seminar

TH 602 Hermeneutics Seminar

TH 675 Research Methods

TH 680 Thesis (Theology)

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

Church History

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CH 501: Overview of Church History I

A survey of the history of the Christian church from its beginning to the Middle Ages, providing a timeline of major people, events, movements, and places. Recommended as preparation for all Systematic Theology courses in which the standard theological themes will be considered historically. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 502: Overview of Church History II

A survey of the history of the Christian church from the Reformation to the present, providing a timeline of major people, events, movements, and places. Recommended as preparation for all Systematic Theology courses in which the standard theological themes will be considered historically. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 503: Church History: Cults and the Occult

An analysis of modern day cults and occult groups, such as the New Age movement, the Faith movement, Mormonism, and the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Groups will be analyzed within the larger framework of church history. The early church fathers and councils and our heritage from the Reformation provide excellent background for understanding and responding to these antibiblical movements. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 504: Church Government and Polity

A concise look at how churches are governed in light of denominational differences and in church polity procedures. 1 Credit Hour / 13 Clock Hours.

 

CH 505: American Church History

A survey of the church in America from the colonial period to the present. Students may do in-depth research on their own church heritage. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 524: The Life, Thought and Impact of Augustine

This course is an intensive look at the personal, pastoral and theological life of Augustine of Hippo, including a study of his thoughts developed on a number of practical and worldview issues, including war, politics, and sex, as well as his impact on the Reformers, particularly Luther and Calvin. It has been noted that after Jesus and Paul, Augustine is the most influential figure in the history of Christianity. Through his writings we will get to know the man and his significant impact on the Church. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours

 

CH 525: Martin Luther and the Reformation

An intensive look at Martin Luther’s life and thought, with particular emphasis on his great personal, doctrinal, and ecclesiastical struggles, the spread of Luther’s evangelical thought to other countries, and its influence upon Bucer, Tyndale, and Calvin, and the delineation of Lutheran Church distinctives. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 526: John Calvin and the Swiss Reformation

An intensive introduction to the life and thought of John Calvin, as well as the development of the Reformation in Switzerland, the spread of Calvinism to other countries, and an overview of Calvin’s Institutes. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

CH 527: History of the Presbyterian and Reformed Traditions

A survey of the works of Zwingli, Calvin, and the Dutch Reformers, followed by an intense concentration on the work of John Knox, the Scottish Reformation, and the development of Presbyterianism in Scotland and America. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours

 

CH 550: Independent Study in Church History

An approved course of independent study under the direction of a faculty member. As a guideline, each Credit Hour requires 1,500 pages of reading. 1–3 Credit Hours / 13 Clock Hours per Credit Hour.

 

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Doctoral Ministry

 

DM 820: Foundations for Ministry

Effective ministry requires a comprehensive framework that will guide its implementation. Each church is unique in its ministry setting and needs to determine how God wants to use it where it is. This course explores the biblical and theological principles that undergird and direct the practice of ministry. Ministry leaders will learn how to define biblical principles clearly and apply them to the life of the church. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 830: Effective Communication

This course provides practical training for ministers to become more skilled, relevant, creative, and biblical communicators in their speaking, teaching, and preaching. The four goals of this course are to: 1) develop a philosophy of Christian communication; 2) learn solid biblical exegesis; 3) acquire a better understanding of how to relate to an audience; 4) practice new skills by participating in delivery workshops. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 835: The Church’s Ministry to its Culture

A biblical-theological analysis of the relationships between the Christian world and life views. Major elements of human culture will be compared and contrasted to the unique characteristics of contemporary Christian culture. The course will discuss multiculturalism, tolerance of diversity, regionalism, and stable government, as well as discussion of secularization, art and pornography, and the traditional vs. redefined family. It will also examine the role of the church as prophet to its culture. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 840: Effective Preaching

Developing effective preaching is a lifelong process that includes continual review, learning, and application. This course covers topics familiar to the person who preaches on a regular basis but wants to reshape and sharpen his preaching skills and ministry. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

DM845: Contemporary Evangelical Theologies

A study that compares and contrasts various current theologies and movements within the modern evangelical church.

 

DM 850: Effective Worship

A course designed to teach pastors to rediscover biblical worship, plumb the Bible’s teachings about worship, and implement worship principles in a dynamic and practical way. Participants will explore the Old and New Testaments, revisit the tabernacle and the temple, and take a close look at the worship of the early church. Includes an historic perspective of how God’s people have worshipped Him, and examines the concept of regulated freedom. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 855: Pastoral Counseling

Pastors are called to disciple their sheep, and counseling should be considered an intense form of discipleship. This course offers practical tools for helping people weather the storms of life and reconcile problems in relationships. Scripture will be both the diagnostic tool and the prescriptive guide to changing inappropriate behavior and destructive relational styles. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 865: Leadership Development

This course emphasizes the importance of personal and leadership development. Through lectures, discussion, and hands-on consulting, each person will learn to formulate a unified master plan of his life and ministry. This process will provide a basis for clear decision making, a context for problem solving, and a comprehensive vision for creative leadership and growth. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 875: The Minister’s Personal and Professional Life

This course focuses directly on the further development of the minister as servant and spiritual leader of the congregation, taking a positive look at Scriptural means for strengthening his personal and professional life. Input and discussion will center upon an ongoing pastoral paradigm for the servant/leader and the congregation being served. 3 Credit Hours / 30 Clock Hours.

 

DM 950: Independent Study

An approved course of independent study under the direction of a faculty member. 3 Credit Hours.

 

DM 999: Dissertation

The dissertation demonstrates a student’s ability to build an adequate bridge between significant ministerial concerns in a creative and meaningful way. It must be sufficient in length to demonstrate an ability to integrate exegetical and theological insights with an understanding of the practice of ministry in contemporary social contexts. 6 Credit Hours.

 

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Missions

 

ME 504: Introduction to Missions

An emphasis on both the history of missions and modern mission trends. Includes mission anthropology, in which students learn the importance of culture, economics, geography, and politics in foreign lands, and are taught to be cross-culturally sensitive. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ME 501: Evangelism Explosion Trainee

Students are directly engaged in personal evangelism as trainees in the Evangelism Explosion program. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ME 502: Evangelism Explosion Trainer

Students learn to be trainers in Evangelism Explosion while further developing their skills in evangelism. Prerequisite: ME 501 or its equivalent. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ME 575: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement

An overview of the biblical, historical, cultural and strategic dimensions of God’s heart and purpose for all peoples. 3 Credit Hours / 45 Clock Hours.

 

 

New Testament

 

NT 501: New Testament Survey I

An introduction to the Gospels and the Book of Acts, their content, theology, and history. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 502: New Testament Survey II

An introduction to the Pauline Epistles of the New Testament, Romans through Philemon, their content, theology, and history. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 503: New Testament Survey III

An introduction to the latter books of the New Testament, Hebrews through Revelation, their content, theology, and history. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 504AC: Introduction to Greek

An introduction to the basic grammar and vocabulary of New Testament Greek in preparation for using the language for studying, preaching, and teaching the New Testament. Taught in three sections, in three successive semesters. Each section: 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 505: New Testament Exegesis I

A study of the principles of Greek exegesis to facilitate the use of the Greek language for preaching and teaching. Prerequisite: NT 504AC. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 506: New Testament Exegesis II

A study of the principles of Greek exegesis to facilitate the use of the Greek language for preaching and teaching. The intent is for students to have a working knowledge of Greek. The principles of textual criticism will also be taught. Prerequisite: NT 505. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 507: New Testament Biblical Theology

A biblical and theological study of the New Testament from a Kingdom/Covenant perspective. The course will focus on Synoptic and Pauline Theology and integrate themes from New Testament studies. Prerequisite: NT 501–503. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 508: Biblical Hermeneutics

An introduction to the principles of general and special hermeneutics and basic exegetical methods and tools, with an emphasis on both the theory and practice of biblical interpretation. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 509: The Life of Christ

A chronological, expositional study of the life of Christ to gain a clearer understanding of the significance of His words and works. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 510: Romans

An exegetical study of the book of Romans. Prerequisite: NT 504AC. 2 Credit Hours/26 Clock Hours.

Electives

 

NT 525: Greek Reading

A course of independent reading of assigned portions of the Greek New Testament. Requirements include a paper identifying certain verb forms and an examination consisting of oral translation of selected portions of the chapters read. Approximately ten chapters are assigned for each credit unit. Prerequisite: NT 505 and NT 506. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 527: Acts

A thorough study of the birth and growth of the early church as recorded in the Book of Acts, discerning biblical principles for church growth and missions strategies. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 528: Ephesians

An in-depth study of the Epistle to the Ephesians, using inductive Bible study methods. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 529: I Corinthians

An in-depth study of the Epistle of 1 Corinthians, using inductive Bible study methods. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 530: Galatians

A thorough study of the Greek text of the Epistle to the Galatians, using exegetical methods learned in NT 505–506. Prerequisite: NT 505–506. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 531: Philippians

A thorough study of the Greek text of the Epistle to the Philippians, using exegetical methods learned in NT 505–506. Prerequisite: NT 505–506. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 532: Colossians

An in-depth study of the Epistle to the Colossians, using inductive Bible study methods. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 533: I / II Timothy and Titus

An in-depth study of the Pastoral Epistles, using inductive Bible study methods. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 534: Hebrews

An in-depth study of the Epistle to the Hebrews, using inductive Bible study methods. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 536: Introduction to New Testament Thought Forms

An exploration of the mind and heart of the New Testament writers and their ideas as conveyed in the Greek language. Students will learn how to use basic tools that help bridge the technical language gap. Prerequisite: NT 505–506. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 537: New Testament English Bible

The development of exegetical skills, with an emphasis on the techniques and methods of studying a specific book of the New Testament. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

NT 550: Independent Study in New Testament

An approved course of independent study in the New Testament, under the direction of a faculty member. 1–3 Credit Hours / 13 Clock Hours per Credit Hour.

 

NT 580: Thesis

A thesis may be substituted for four hours of electives in New Testament, according to the following provisions: 1) Students will research and write concerning a topic in the field of New Testament; 2) at least two professors will guide and critique the thesis while it is being written; 3) the final thesis will be presented in proper thesis style and will be defended before a committee of the faculty. 4 Credit Hours / 52 Clock Hours.

 

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Old Testament

 

OT 501: Old Testament Survey I

An introduction to the Old Testament books of Genesis through Joshua, their content, theology, and chronology of events. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 502: Old Testament Survey II

An introduction to the Old Testament books of Judges through the Poets, their content, theology, and chronology of events. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 503: Old Testament Survey III

An introduction to the prophetic books of the Old Testament, Isaiah through Malachi, their content, theology, and chronology of events. An inductive approach teaches students to become familiar with these portions of Scripture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 504AC: Introduction to Hebrew

An introduction to the basic grammar and vocabulary of Old Testament Hebrew. Students learn by reading from select passages of the Hebrew Old Testament. Taught in three sections in three successive semesters. Each section: 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 505: Old Testament Exegesis I

A course equipping students in the principles of Hebrew exegesis to facilitate the use of the Hebrew language for preaching and teaching. Prerequisite: OT 504AC. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 506: Old Testament Exegesis II

A course equipping students in the principles of Hebrew exegesis to facilitate the use of the Hebrew language for preaching and teaching. The principles of textual criticism will also be taught. Prerequisite: OT 505. 1 Credit Hour / 13 Clock Hours.

 

OT 507: Old Testament Biblical Theology

A biblical-theological study of the Old Testament from a Kingdom/Covenant perspective. Provides a theological overview of the Old Testament by integrating Old Testament themes. Prerequisite: OT 501–503. 2 Credit Hour / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 525: Introduction to Historical Geography

A basic study of the geography of Israel set within the framework of redemptive history from Abraham to the New Testament era. This course highlights significant geographical details for understanding and interpreting important events and sayings in Scripture, using slides, maps, and charts to clarify geographical and historical detail. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 526: Culture and Customs of Bible Days

A study of daily life from the time of Abraham through the New Testament period. This course provides the resources to understand the Scriptures better in their cultural setting and for communicating their meaning in another culture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours

 

OT 527: Introduction to Old Testament Thought Forms

An exploration of the Hebrew mind and heart and their ideas as conveyed in the Hebrew language. Students will learn how to use basic tools that help bridge the technical language gap. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 528: Old Testament English Bible

The development of exegetical skills, with an emphasis on the techniques and methods of studying a specific book of the Old Testament. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 529: Old Testament Book Study

A study of an Old Testament book, using the principles learned in OT 505–506. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

OT 550: Independent Study in Old Testament

An approved course of independent study of the Old Testament, under the direction of a faculty member. 1–3 Credit Hours / 13 Clock Hours per Credit Hour.

 

 

Pastoral Theology

 

PT 501 A/B (2/2): Pastoral Counseling

A study of the biblical methods of counseling with the goal of developing of a biblical philosophy of counseling. The “A” section will cover spiritual and personal life issues and an introduction to biblical principles of counseling. The “B” section will develop the basic principles as they relate to specific areas of counseling like marriage and family issues. 4 Credit Hours / 52 Clock Hours.

 

PT 502 A/B (2/2): Homiletics

A study of the basic principles of communication, with emphasis on sermon preparation and delivery. Use of the media will also be covered. 4 Credit Hours / 52 Clock Hours.

 

PT 503 A/B (2/2): Leadership

An examination of the biblical principles of leadership and the various leadership styles. This course will emphasize topics like: team building, recruiting, conflict resolution, short and long range planning, strategic planning, program development and evaluation, budget preparation, financial reporting, chairing meetings, understanding legal issues, and the use of computer technology. 4 Credit Hours / 52 Clock Hours.

 

PT 504 A/B (2/2): Biblical Principles for Ministry

A study of the theology of the church and biblical principles of ministry, seeking to understand how they undergird the practice of ministry. Recognizing that methods flow out of these principles, the course will explore what is needed for effective ministry and how to develop a comprehensive framework that guides ministry. Other areas that will be covered include church planting, development, revitalization and organization. 4 Credit hours / 52 Clock Hours.

 

PT 507: Worship

An overview of the biblical principles of worship and exposure to various forms of worship, from traditional to contemporary. The course will also cover the resources for church music and expose students to the methods of administering the sacraments and conducting marriages and funerals. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 511: Pastoral Theology

A study of the biblical and theological principles that are foundational for the practice of ministry. 2 Credit Hours /26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 525: Human Sexuality

A study of human sexuality as it pertains to the male/female relationship, including an examination of aberrant behavioral styles and what the Bible says about them in contrast to societal trends. The course includes a survey of methods for  overcoming sexual dysfunction. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 526: Anger and Abuse Management

A study of anger and bitterness to determine originating patterns. Evaluating the anger cycle with guidelines for overcoming habits and patterns of behavior. The course includes training in helping victims and perpetrators of domestic violence and a study of family abuse patterns that include includes physical, emotional, mental, and religious abuse. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 527: Current Issues in Biblical Counseling

The application of biblical principles to the work of the church with special emphasis on crisis intervention, death, grief, divorce, addictions, and homosexuality. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 528: Group Dynamics

An overview of the value, purpose, and dynamics of small groups, examining techniques of group facilitation and strategies for developing healthy interpersonal relationships. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 529: Premarital Counseling

A course emphasizing the development of strategies for effectively counseling couples in preparation for marriage, including the various testing and inventory resources available. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 530: Divorce and Remarriage

A biblical explanation of divorce and remarriage, exploring the dynamics of the blended family, the problems of a blended household, genograms, and birthmarks left by past generations. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 531: Grief Counseling

An examination of methods of ministry to those who have experienced loss through death or divorce, and how to comfort those who have experienced serious injury, illness, or lifechanging events. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 532: Crisis Counseling

A course focusing on identifying specific crisis situations, their issues, and the biblical methods for their resolution. Includes a survey of legal requirements, governmental restrictions, and codes. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 535: Communication Dynamics

A study of the dynamics of communication, how to recognize various styles of reception, and how to effectively gear communication to different personality types. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 540: Church Development and Growth

A study of the biblical principles of church growth and development, analyzing factors and methodologies that facilitate or obstruct the planting and growing of local congregations. This course explores the importance of prayer, evangelism, discipleship, and service, and includes discussion of the issues of urban and suburban ministry context, homogeneity versus heterogeneity, mobility, conflicts, secularization, anonymity, and change as they impact church growth. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 541: Church Planting

A study of the strategies for planting a church, including discussion of the importance of vision, calling, raising funds, and the development of the essential ingredients (such as a prayer base, leadership style, demographic studies, etc.) for effective church planting. Explores means of finding people, communicating the vision, establishing prayer groups, and preparing to go public. An examination of the role of advertising, telemarketing, neighborhood evangelism, and networking in growing the church. Special attention to training leaders, discipling church members, starting ministries to meet real needs, multiplying small groups, establishing simple organizational structures, and reaching people outside the mission church. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

PT 550: Independent Study in Pastoral Theology

An approved independent study of a particular issue of pastoral theology, under the direction of a faculty member. As a guideline, each Credit Hour requires 1,500 pages of reading. 1–3 Credit Hours / 13 Clock Hours per Credit Hour.

 

 

Religion & Society

 

RS 503: The Christian World View I

An in-depth look at the impact of theology, philosophy, history, science, and psychology on one’s worldview. Each area will be examined from a biblical perspective and contrasted with the secular humanist viewpoint. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

RS 504: The Christian World View II

An in-depth look at the impact of ethics, sociology, law, politics, economics, and the arts and media on the development of a worldview. Each area will be examined from a biblical perspective and contrasted with the secular humanist viewpoint. Prerequisite: RS 503. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

RS 541: Reformed Perspectives on Christ and Culture

A study and evaluation of the history of Reformation Theology and its application for believers as they engage in culture. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

 

Systematic Theology

 

ST 501: Introduction to Reformed Theology

An overview of major theological and philosophical systems, providing the groundwork for a Reformed world-and-life view. Students will receive training in understanding the theological and ecclesiastical landscape as they address the question, “Why are we committed to the Reformed faith?” 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 502: Systematic and Historical Theology I: Revelation and Inspiration

An exposition of key biblical passages exploring the first principle of the Christian faith that God is there and He has spoken. The course examines the basic doctrines of revelation and inspiration of Scripture, the biblical canon, and an introduction to grammatico/historical and theological exegesis. Recommended: CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 503: Systematic and Historical Theology II: God

An examination of the first major area of theology—Theology Proper, the study of God himself. The course includes such topics as God’s attributes, God as Trinity, His eternal decrees, and His works of creation and providence. Recommended: CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 504: Systematic and Historical Theology III: Man

An examination of the second major area of theology—the doctrine of man. The course deals with man as made in God’s image, as a covenant creature, and as a covenant breaker. Recommended:

CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 505: Systematic and Historical Theology IV: Person and Work of Christ

An examination of the third major area of theology—the doctrine of Christ—from the Scriptures and the history of theology. Recommended: CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 506: Systematic and Historical Theology V: Person and Work of the Holy Spirit

An examination of the fifth and sixth major areas of theology—the study of the Holy Spirit and the study of salvation, focusing on the application of salvation, the ordo salutis, the bodily resurrection, the final judgment, and personal responsibility before God. Recommended: CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 507: Systematic and Historic Theology VI: The Church and Last Things

An examination of the seventh and eighth major areas of theology—the study of the church and last things. The course covers such topics as the nature, marks, and purpose of the church and its sacraments, and eschatology—looking at the complex events concerned with the end times. Recommended: CH 501, CH 502. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 508: Comparative Evangelical Theologies

This course will compare and contrast various current theologies and movements within the modern evangelical church. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 509: Social Ethics

An exposition and application of the Ten Commandments as the goal, nature, and norm of Christian living. An examination of the structure and content of Christian ethics. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 510: History of Philosophy and Logic

A survey of philosophical thought from ancient to modern times. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 513: History of Apologetics

A survey of the history of the reasoned defense of Christianity from New Testament times to the present. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 514: Contemporary Apologetic Systems

A course critiquing and contrasting various apologetic systems from the perspective of Reformed Theology. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 511: Doctrine: Basic Survey I

An overview of basic biblical doctrines: revelation, inspiration of Scripture, God, and man. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 512: Doctrine: Basic Survey II

An overview of basic biblical doctrines: Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, sanctification, and last things. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 537: The Challenge of World Religions

An examination of the theological and philosophical views of the major world religions. Attention is given to the use of apologetics in evangelizing those in other religions. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 538: Contemporary Liberal Theology

An examination of the challenges presented to evangelical Christianity by contemporary liberal theology, along with biblical apologetic responses. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 539: Grace and Discipline

An examination of how the law and grace of God are anchored together. The gospel is preached to believers, teaching them by the same grace through which they were saved. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 540: Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer

An examination of the apologetic system of Francis Schaeffer. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 541: Apologetics of Cornelius Van Til

An examination of the apologetic system of Cornelius Van Til. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 545: Roman Catholicism

An examination of classical Roman Catholic teaching and its contemporary variations, along with biblical and apologetic responses. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 546: Evangelism and Apologetics

A discussion of the preparatory role of apologetics in the proclamation of the gospel. 2 Credit Hours / 26 Clock Hours.

 

ST 550: Independent Study in Systematic Theology

An approved course of independent study within the scope of systematic theology and apologetics. 1–3 Credit Hours / 13 Clock Hours per Credit Hour.

 

ST 580: Thesis

A thesis may be substituted for four hours of electives in Systematic Theology, according to the following procedure: 1) The student will research and write concerning a topic in the field of Systematic Theology; 2) at least two professors will guide and critique the thesis while it is being written; and 3) the final thesis will be presented in proper thesis style and will be defended before a committee of the faculty. 4 Credit Hours / 52 Clock Hours

 

 

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