Degree Programs:
Bachelor of Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Christian Counseling
Bachelor of Christian Education
Master of Christian Counseling
Master of Theological Training
Master of Christian Leadership
Master of Divinity
Doctorate of Ministry
Doctorate of Christian Counseling
Course Descriptions
Biblical Studies
This course provides an orientation to historical, critical, and theological study of the Old Testament. Primary attention is given in lectures, assigned readings, and discussions to foundational texts and theological themes of the Torah or Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) and the Former Prophets (the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings). Exegetical methods and research skills based on the English text are developed in seminar sessions designed to equip the student to become a responsible and effective interpreter of scripture.
This course introduces students to the four canonical gospels, the cultural environment in which they arose, and basic methods for interpreting them in English translation. The theological message and contemporary significance of each gospel will be studied with a focus on using sound principles of interpretation in educational settings. Seminar sessions designed to enable students to develop their exegetical and teaching skills complement lectures and assigned readings in which current biblical scholarship is presented.
Theology
This course examines the dynamic interaction of faith in life. It seeks to develop the student’s competence in identifying descriptions of "Culture" and Christianity which "respectfully appreciate" and "critically evaluate" the particular world view in his or her place of ministry. The students are encouraged to use Christian theology as a skill to be applied in a local community context through biblical interpretation, pastoral counseling, preaching and teaching. This survey is intended to aid the Christian leader in developing spiritually, intellectually, and practically in the various tasks of the Gospel ministry.
Christian Counseling
A study of Christian counseling, the role of the Biblical counselor, various counseling techniques, types of crises, responses to crises, and the stages to recovery. Also a study of conflict resolution, the four stages of a group, and the effective group leader.
Ministry
An examination of the nature and dynamics of change and conflict in churches and religious institutions. The course studies the leadership role of the minister in effecting change and understanding conflict with focus on the skills needed to serve as a change agent.
Divinity
This course is designed for students who desire advanced study in the Bible and religion. These would include pulpit preachers, assistant preachers, educational directors, Bible school teachers, counselors, and those who wish to eventually teach in Christian education.
The Divinity degree program seeks to guide students to develop the ability to understand and interpret the Christian faith in the light of its biblical, theological, and historical dimensions and to utilize insights gained from these disciplines for the effective practice of ministry in the church, the community, and the world.
Bachelor of Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Christian Counseling
Bachelor of Christian Education
Master of Christian Counseling
Master of Theological Training
Master of Christian Leadership
Master of Divinity
Doctorate of Ministry
Doctorate of Christian Counseling
Course Descriptions
Biblical Studies
This course provides an orientation to historical, critical, and theological study of the Old Testament. Primary attention is given in lectures, assigned readings, and discussions to foundational texts and theological themes of the Torah or Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) and the Former Prophets (the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings). Exegetical methods and research skills based on the English text are developed in seminar sessions designed to equip the student to become a responsible and effective interpreter of scripture.
This course introduces students to the four canonical gospels, the cultural environment in which they arose, and basic methods for interpreting them in English translation. The theological message and contemporary significance of each gospel will be studied with a focus on using sound principles of interpretation in educational settings. Seminar sessions designed to enable students to develop their exegetical and teaching skills complement lectures and assigned readings in which current biblical scholarship is presented.
Theology
This course examines the dynamic interaction of faith in life. It seeks to develop the student’s competence in identifying descriptions of "Culture" and Christianity which "respectfully appreciate" and "critically evaluate" the particular world view in his or her place of ministry. The students are encouraged to use Christian theology as a skill to be applied in a local community context through biblical interpretation, pastoral counseling, preaching and teaching. This survey is intended to aid the Christian leader in developing spiritually, intellectually, and practically in the various tasks of the Gospel ministry.
Christian Counseling
A study of Christian counseling, the role of the Biblical counselor, various counseling techniques, types of crises, responses to crises, and the stages to recovery. Also a study of conflict resolution, the four stages of a group, and the effective group leader.
Ministry
An examination of the nature and dynamics of change and conflict in churches and religious institutions. The course studies the leadership role of the minister in effecting change and understanding conflict with focus on the skills needed to serve as a change agent.
Divinity
This course is designed for students who desire advanced study in the Bible and religion. These would include pulpit preachers, assistant preachers, educational directors, Bible school teachers, counselors, and those who wish to eventually teach in Christian education.
The Divinity degree program seeks to guide students to develop the ability to understand and interpret the Christian faith in the light of its biblical, theological, and historical dimensions and to utilize insights gained from these disciplines for the effective practice of ministry in the church, the community, and the world.
