Communication
C-101                Biblical Writing 1                5 Credits        
This is an introduction to writing, as a Christian leader you will be challenged to write in specific disciplines. Course is based upon Biblical writing.
*C-102                Biblical Writing 2                5 Credits
This is an advanced class in writing as a Christian leader. Course is based upon Biblical writing.
*C-103                Proper English in Ministry        5 Credits
Ministers need to remember that they are not exempt from the proper use of English whether in the written or spoken word. This course will assist in the formation of ministry speeches, ministry letters and other relevant Christian works. 
*C-110                Ministry Speech 1                3 Credits
Public speaking is a foundation of ministry communication. This class will instruct on how to prepare and deliver a Bible based speech, sermon or teaching.
*C-201                Ministry Writing for Purpose 1        5 Credits
Writing is the biggest form of communication the church has had since the beginning of creation until now. Learn how to effectively use writing for the ministry and win souls through writing.
*C-202                Ministry Writing for Purpose 2        5 Credits
Writing is the biggest form of communication the church has, in this 2nd class Advanced Writing, it will make writing the backbone of your ministry.
*C-203                Ministry Composition                5 Credits
Using proper sentence composition could be the difference in communicating the gospel and offending potential converts. Learn composition in the environment of Biblical direction.
*C-210                Ministry Speech 2                3 Credits
Public speaking is a foundation of ministry communication. This class will instruct on how to use the various media outlets to get your message across.
*C-310                Technical Biblical Communication        3 Credits
How to use technical tools like lexicon, dictionary, and other aids to communicate the cause of Christ.
*C-410                Using the Media to Communicate Christ        4 Credits
Move beyond MS2. This class will instruct on why to use various media outlets to get your message across and how to get the most out of it.

Humanities
H-100                Reading for Pleasure                5 Credits
Readers are leaders! This class will encourage students to read classic Christian works. Students must select from a list of reading material chosen by the instructor and report on each.
*H-101                 Reading 2 for Purpose        5 Credits
Readers are leaders! This class will encourage students to read classic Christian works. Students must select from a list of reading materials chosen by the instructor and report on each.
*H-301                Introduction to New Testament Greek 1        5 Credits
Introduction to New Testament Greek covers some essential elements of the grammar of Greek and introduces some basic vocabulary. It introduces students to aspects of translation of New Testament Greek as well as the main lexical aids. On completion of the subject students should be able to translate basic nominal and verbal sentences.
*H-302                New Testament Greek 2        5 Credits
New Testament Greek.
*H-303                Intensive Bible English                5 Credits
The Bible has been interpreted into many versions. Some using English several hundred years old. This intensive course will require students to understand the difference and use the proper English when referring or using a specific translation of the Bible.
H-304                The Church & Current Events        16 Credits
This is a year long course. During the class students will collect events and be required to compare current events and modern day events to those of the early church.
*H-310                Worship Music        3 Credits
How to identify worship music, how to select music that fits the worshiper.
*H-400                Christian Literature        5 Credits
*H-405                Christian Business Administration        4 Credits
*H-501                Missions Spanish                5 Credits
Foreign language for missions
*H-601                Introduction to Old Testament Hebrew        5 Credits        
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew covers some essential elements of the grammar of Biblical Hebrew and introduces some basic vocabulary. It introduces students to aspects of translation of Biblical Hebrew as well as the main lexical aids. On completion of the subject students should be able to translate basic nominal and verbal sentences.
*H-602                Old Testament Hebrew 2                5 Credits
Old Testament Hebrew

Math
*M-101                Mathematics in Ministry 1                5 Credits
This course is designed to cover the needed use of math as it relates to the Bible. The Old Testament documents Gods use of math in the design of the Temple.
*M-102                Mathematics in Ministry 2                5 Credits
This course is designed to cover the advance formulations including the needed use of math as it relates to the Bible. The Old Testament documents Gods use of math in the design of the Temple.
*M-201                Ministry Formulas 1                5 Credits
There are many formulas that relate directly to the Church. Knowing how to anticipate growth, or consider dimensions needed to house your youth department are all critical issues that deal with math.
*M-202                Ministry Formulas 2                5 Credits
There are many formulas that relate directly to the Church. Knowing how to use formulas we can even explain the probability of the Bible anticipate through Biblical formulas.

Natural Science
N-100                Ministry & Electronic Technology                3 Credits
This course will look at electronic technology specific to ministry including Bible software, handheld bible devices and emerging ministry technologies.
*N-402                Horticulture Technology, Live the Leviticus way        2 Credits

*N-403                Computer Information Systems & the Church        4 Credits
What specific technologies are beneficial to the ministry? The Church has specific needs and this course is designed to give ministers a basic understanding of what technologies with help fulfill the great commission.
*N-404                Computer Network Technology for Ministry                4 Credits
What specific technologies are beneficial to the ministry? The Church has specific needs and this course is designed to give ministers a basic understanding of what technologies with help fulfill the great commission.

Social Science
S-100                US History & the Church                5 Credits
How the church has developed over the years since the US was first inhabited. Also look into the lives of many notable Christians.
*S-101                US History of Churches                5 Credits
History of church growth and movements that have lead to many notable denominations in the US.
*S-201                Geography of the Bible                5 Credits
Use the Bible maps that most people never do more than look at and forget about. This is a basic geography class that will include practical maps from the life of Jesus, Paul and Moses.
*S-202                 History of Theological Christian Thought
Historical survey of people and movements which have shaped the faith of the Christian church from post-biblical times to today's modern thought.
*S-203                 Reformation and Modern Church History
The study of Christianity from the Reformation to the present, with source material readings. Also the development of Christian thought and apply church history to contemporary ideas and issues. The course also includes a brief overview of historic revivals and world missions.
*S-301                History - Old testament                5 Credits
A study of historical events that occurred and are recorded in the Old Testament.
*S-302                History - New Testament                5 Credits
A study of historical events that occurred and are recorded in the New Testament.
*S-305                Home Economics                3 Credits
How to live a Biblically balanced life at home. The economics of home, tithes and making ends meet.
*S-306                Christian Development        3 Credits
Develop Spirit soul and body. This is a rubber meets road class. It's practical and helps us be fully developed Christian.
*S-401                Godley Parent Education        3 Credits
Train up a child in the way they should go… This class helps educate
*S-410                Legal Aspects of Ministry        3 Credits
We are instructed to render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's. What are the basic legal aspects of the ministry in the United States.
*S-411                Ecclesiastical  Science                3 Credits
Separation of state and church. Until just recently it was considered the churches responsibility to be involved in every aspect of political life. Now what are we required by God to do? What will the state allow?
*S-601                International / Intercultural studies        20 Credits
Missions exchange program

Theology
T-100                Old Testament Survey                6 Credits
Study of the Old Testament, tracing its teaching with respect to historical background and literary character.
*T-101                New Testament Survey        6 Credits
Study of the New Testament, tracing its teaching with respect to historical background and literary character.
*T-104                 Basic Christian Faith An investigation into the basic beliefs of the Christian faith.
*T-105                 Studies in Biblical Lands An investigation into the biblical theology and Archaeology in their historical, cultural, and geographical setting with major emphasis in Israel. Pilgrimage to the Holy Land for further studies.
*T-106                 Book to the Romans A chapter-by-chapter analysis of Paul's argument in the book of Romans with special emphasis on Paul's view of humanity, salvation, Christ, and the Holy Spirit.
*T-107                 Synoptic Gospels A comparative study of the Synoptic Gospels. The question of the relationship & sources of the gospels of Matthew, Mark & Luke.
*T-108                 The Gospel of John A comprehensive study of John's gospel. Its insights into personal spirituality, will be emphasized in the context of critical Johannine scholarship.
*T-110                 The Psalms-Songs of Israel A study of the spiritual and literary legacy of the book of Psalms. The collection will be analyzed according to literary types, and the individual psalms studied according to their type and content. The use of Psalms in the history of the Church as a vehicle of worship will be a daily devotional focus to begin each class.
*T-113                 Life of Christ A thorough study of Jesus' life and teaching. Primary attention will be given to reconstructing the Archeological first-century with historical, and cultural setting of Judaism that shaped Jesus' message.
*T-116                 Studies in First Corinthians A section-by-section survey of 1 Corinthians dealing with the issues of the nature of the Church, Christian behavior and social responsibility, sexuality, marriage and divorce, Christian worship, the spiritual gifts, and the resurrection.
*T-117                 Acts of the Apostles A study of the Book of Acts focused on the birth and development of the apostolic church, its dissociation from Judaism, and the progress of the missionary enterprise.
*T-119                 Prison Epistles
Analysis of Ephesians, Colossians, Philippians, and Philemon, all written while the author was in chains. Attention will focus on the light these letters throw on Paul's life and thought, s well as on the abiding challenge of their message.
*T-120                 Introduction to Christianity
An Introduction to Christianity examines the key figures, events and ideas from the Apostolic age to the Inquisition  in Christian history and places them in context.
T-206                Character of God                4 Credits
A look at the character of God according to the Bible.
*T-207                Small Group Ministry
Using the SALT small group program learn to teach small groups.
T-208                The Church                3 Credits
Who is the Church and who and what should it be?
*T-223                 Ephesians
One of the greatest letters of the New Testament.  A section-by-section survey of the book of Ephesians.
*T-226                 The Exodus The exodus event is as central to OT theology as the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ to NT theology. The historical and theological implications of this book will be examined, with special emphasis given to the covenant between God and Israel.
*T-227                 The Letters to 7 Churches The Letters to the Seven Churches of Asia and their place in the plan of the Apocalypse with special attention to the historical background, literary analysis, theological emphases, and traditional interpretations.
*T-228                 Wisdom Literature A selection from the Old Testament wisdom books, Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. The apocryphal books of Jesus ben Sirach and the Wisdom of Solomon may also be read and studied in relation to canonical wisdom.
*T-229                 Women and Gender in Bible This course offers a theological examination of the representation of women and gender in Christianity. Attention is given to the historical and cultural contexts of the first century and contemporary period. Theological, historical, literary, exegetical, and feminist methods are variously employed.
*T-230                 Egypt and the Bible
This course will introduce the student to the history and culture of ancient Egypt, and relate these to important biblical events, including the life of Joseph and the Exodus. By the use of primary sources in literature and art, such themes as religion, cosmology, and kingship will be studied in their historical and cultural contexts 3 Units.  Pilgrimage to Egypt is available.
*T-232                 David and Kingship
A study of the origin, development, organizational structures, and function of the Israelite united monarchy in light of current sociopolitical models*T-235                 Genesis 1-11
A study of the foundational chapters for the Old and New Testaments. The central themes of creation, God, humanity, the fall, redemption, judgment, and covenant will be investigated in detail.
*T-237                 Parables of Jesus An examination of the parabolic teaching of Jesus then (in its first century Palestinian cultural setting) and now (its message to twenty-first-century Christians and society). Emphasis on the history of interpretation, especially contemporary literary-aesthetic approaches.
*T-238                 Old Testament Exegesis
A practical study of the procedures for doing sound exegesis in the various portions of the Old Testament.  The method will include the study of words, poetics, textual criticism, syntax, biblical theology, and practical exegetical exposition in the different genres of the Hebrew Bible.
*T-240                 Pastoral Epistles Careful investigation of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus. Detailed textual analysis will lead to better understanding of the joys and struggles of Christian leadership under Paul's direction. Social roles and cultural issues affecting the Church will receive special attention. 
*T-242                 Christology Study of the person and work of Christ.
T-302                Prophets 1                3 Credits
Study of Old Testament prophets 1
T-303                Prophets 2                3 Credits
Study of Old Testament prophets 2

*T-305                The Gifts                3 Credits
1 Corinthians chapter 12, look at the Gifts of the Spirit.
*T-404                Ministry Administration        3 Credits
What does it take in the new millennium to administrate a ministry.
T-407                Sacraments                3 Credits
T409                Finances                3 Credits
What area does finances and money play in the life of the believer. This course will look at the Old Testament and New Testament and dispel contradictions in the blessings of God.

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Course Catalog
* courses are not available at this time. You may choose to sign up for these classes in advance.
Biblical Witting 1
Biblical Witting 2
Character of God
Ministry Writing for Pleasure
Ministry Writing for Purpose
New Testament Survey
Old Testament Survey
Prophets 1
Prophets 2
Reading for Pleasure
Reading for Purpose
Sacraments
The Church
Using the Bible
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Course numbers include a prefix which identifies the program or specialization within
which that course occurs:
C = Communications
H = Humanities
N = Natural Science
S = Social Science
M = Math
T = Theology

Courses are numbered according to the year normally
required in the curriculum:
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200 = Sophomore Courses
300 = Junior Courses
400 = Senior Courses
500 = Freshman and/or Sophomore Courses
600 = Junior and/or Senior Courses
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