This course is designed to help students assess their personal qualifications for the ministry career they have selected and to spiritually prepare for its challenges. As a secondary goal this course should confirm the ministry/career chosen or provide insight into a more appropriate
A Christian perspective on the development of people from childhood through to adulthood. The key elements that form personality and the church’s role in providing a firm foundation and balanced environment for ministry are examined. Pre-Requisite: Psychology I
The science and art governing the preparation and delivery of Sermons. This course involves, inter alia, a consideration of the essential qualifications of a preacher: the urgent necessity for preaching; the importance of the proper preparation of the sermon material, including its d
A detailed examination and clarification of the issues and propriety of evangelism in our pluralistic society and the quality of life our churches need to display if this vital function is to remain credible and viable. Part II A more intensive look at the process of evangelism; The N
A detailed examination and clarification of the issues and propriety of evangelism in our pluralistic society and the quality of life our churches need to display if this vital function is to remain credible and viable. This course is divided as follows: Part I Issues for the church;
The detailed study of the activities and events relating to the coming of Jesus Christ. Specifically, the Parousia, the great apostasy, the great tribulation, millennial views and the doctrine of the resurrection of the dead among other subjects are studied in the light of Biblical t
The study of the major religions – their history, doctrine and practices with comparison to Christianity. Pre-Requisite: Bible Doctrine, Church History I, II, III
As an integral asset of the church, the educational ministry is examined in detail with practical information. Activities to assist the church in accomplishing its purpose is presented. Much attention will be given to planning, organization and staffing. Pre-Requisite: Human Develop