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Spring 2012 Class Schedule


Below is a list of our live classes that will be taught this fall (subject to change in meeting times, etc). We also offer audio and video classes in order to fulfill your graduation requirements.

Ministry and Life of Jesus Christ

Teacher: Pastor Steve Thompson

This course looks into the four gospels, following the earthly life of Jesus Christ. Through a historically chronological, literary and thematic study of the earthly life of Christ, this class will give clarity and insight to the life, teachings and ministry of our Lord.


Discipleship 102

Teachers: Pastor Bob and Becky Hallman

This course is designed to strengthen a growing disciplemaker and to further equip him/her in developing ministry leadership qualities and skills.   In 2 Timothy 2:1-2, Paul exhorts young Pastor Timothy, “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.  And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others.”  Paul is continuing to disciple and mentor Timothy who, in turn, is discipling and pastoring others.  This course will combine the biblical disciplemaking and leadership principles with the real-life, practical experiences.

 

 


Discipleship 101

This course is designed to help students personally grow in Christ, lay a solid foundation for disciplemaking and to equip students to evangelize and establish young believers. Jesus’ last words on earth were, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matt. 28:19). Yet, many believers today are lost in the area of helping young believers take practical steps in growing in their faith. This course combines biblical disciplemaking principles with real-life, practical experiences.

 

Acts, Community Service

Teacher: Curtis Zeigler

This class will incorporate a verse by verse study through the book of Acts with a major emphasis on the development and doctrine of the early church and the working of the Holy Spirit.  The central focus of the class is going to be comparing Peter’s ministry to the Jews and Paul’s ministry to the Gentiles.

1 and 2 Kings, Worship Class


Teacher: Alex Morrow

1 and 2 Kings

This is a chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse study of the books of I and II Kings. We will establish an understanding of the main theme of the books and develop a working knowledge and application of the main character studies of some of the kings and prophets of Israel.

Worship Class

Worship class consists of a  Students go through a short time of Bible Study, prayer and band practice for the evenings worship. Along with this, students read through the book “True Worship” by Warren Wiersbe and do a short weekly summary of what they have read. This class is a real hands on approach to ministry- every Wednesday evening service is conducted by the students, which even includes running the sound board (you dont necessarily have to be musically inclined to join the class)

Romans

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Teacher: Pastor Wayne Patton

This course should result in new interest in the Scriptures, expanded Bible knowledge, and discovery of specific spiritual principles, relevant applications, and exciting living.
Each lesson includes an introductory illustration and discussion that draws students into the book of Romans.  The content of each chapter is summarized.  Verse-by-verse commentary answers the student’s questions.  Bible principles and specific contemporary applications encourage students to move from Bible to contemporary times.  A specific modern illustration ties application vividly to present life.  Finally, a teaching outline provides transitional statements and conclusions.

 

Apologetics

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Teacher: Pastor Ben Vallence

This class deals with the biblical basis for apologetics, methodology, and the relationship between faith and reason.  The relationship between theology and evangelism is also explored. In this course, the student will be exposed to the knowledge & demeanor of defending the faith.  This includes basic topics & issues from the standpoint of Christian apologetics to equip him/her for effective discussions with unbelievers.

Church History

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Teacher: Merv Walker

This is an introductory and survey course on church history.  An overview of 2000 years of church history will be examined.  We will look at key people and movements such as the development of the Canon, the Apostolic Fathers, Augustine, popes, and the development of the Roman Catholic Church; Martin Luther and the Reformation; John Calvin and Calvinism; Puritianism, the Evangelical awakenings, and the Pentecostalism/Charismatic movement will also be studied.

 

Homework:


You can expect between 2-3 hours of homework a week for each course of study, depending on the teacher. The homework is usually a mix between an academia and personal application. We desire that you as the student receive, understand and keep the content of that course of study, yet also be able to apply that knowledge to your everyday thoughts and activities, producing a fruitful and pleasing life unto the Lord (Eph. 1:17, Col. 3:16, 1 Cor. 5:9-10)

Practical Christian Ministry: “M-199″

Required for on-campus students —students serve in various tasks on campus alongside fellow students and staff, applying the practical aspects of Christianity and servant-hood as they learn to follow Christ. Four semesters of Practical Christian Ministry are required for graduation. Note: Each student is required to do 8 hours per week of M-199.

*Many of the specific books that will be used for each class are found on the Logos software which you will receive when you arrive. If there are books outside of this, the teacher will notify you as to what you need