World Evangelism
This course is designed to educate individual Christians, small groups and local congregations in domestic contexts about the motivations, methodologies, and resources effective in reaching diverse cultures for Christ. (Offered Every Fall)
Ethics and Medicine (Bioethics)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 60 hours) (Offered […]
Theology and Wellness or Providence and Suffering
Choose between BTH 421 Theology and Wellnes or BTH 412 Providence and Suffering
Advanced Pastoral Care
An advanced seminar focusing on the philosophy and practice of pastoral care, giving special attention to ministry in traumatic and crisis situations (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, CMM 102, CMM 201, or Instructor Permission). (Offered Fall Even Semesters)
Expository Preaching
Expository preaching presents a method of Biblical preaching which encourages writing series of sermons from both the Old Testament and New Testament, study plans for developing these series, and development of a yearlong sermon plan. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, COM 101 and CMP 240.) (Offered Every Fall)
Contemporary Preaching
An advanced seminar focusing on homiletical theory and practice. Attention is given to current and emerging approaches in sermon development and to developing messages that are theologically sound and culturally sensitive (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, CMP 240, COM 101.) (Offered Spring Even Semesters)
Advanced Preaching
An advanced course which builds on basic skills in preaching and explores a variety of sermonic approaches, including inductive and narrative. (Prerequisites: COM 101, CMP 240.) (Offered Spring Odd Semesters)
Small Group Ministry
A course examining the needs of women through the family life cycle and in contemporary society. Emphasis will also be on the use of small groups to facilitate effective ministry to women and others within the local church. (Prerequisite: CMY 201.) (Offered On Demand)
Discipleship
A study in the scriptural mandates of becoming a disciple of Jesus with emphasis on personal disciplines and discipling others (Prerequisite: CMM 201 or Instructor permission.) (Offered Spring Even Semesters)
Creative Bible Teaching
This course explores creative and practical methods for teaching the Bible to individuals of all ages. Various teaching techniques are researched, discussed and presented in class by the students. Special studies in leading discussions and presentations. (Offered Every Spring) (Prerequisite: CMY 201.)