***Classes Subject To Change At Any Time***
Pastoral Epistles I - II (2 Quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, warning
of false teaching, instruction on church administration and worship, character
of church leaders and responsibilities toward the believers. A 2-Quarter Class.
Philosophy Of Ministry
A study in the various principles for effective ministry as viewed from the
Senior Pastor, emphasis on necessary Biblical understanding needed to operate
successfully in ministry.
Sermon Preparation
This class is designed to guide students through the preparation and
delivery of a Biblically sound sermon or bible study.
Biblical Counseling
An introductory course on Christian counseling according to Biblical
perspectives, emphasizing the biblical instruction to counsel each other with
Scripture. A recurring minor theme will be biblical warnings alerting us
concerning man's ways of counseling.
World Missions
An overview of a missionary
perspective to prepare those who are called to serve long/short term missions
locally and internationally. This includes how to prepare servants
spiritually, physically, and mentally. It also covers a biblical
perspective on missions and cross-cultural training. (Isaiah 6:8 - "Here am
I! Send me.")
Witnessing
to the Cults
An introductory overview on classic cults of Christianity
and how to navigate in conversations with members of these cults and share the
true gospel of Jesus Christ. Class will cover cults such as Mormonism,
Jehovah's Witnesses, and others.
Evangelism and Apologetics Among Muslims
An examination
of the religion of Islam. Emphasis will be given to understanding its development,
theology, and worldview by comparing it to Christian teachings. The purpose of
this course is to help Christians to better understand Muslim people, in order
to effectively represent Jesus Christ and his message when interacting and
building relationships with them.