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B301. Personal
Evangelism:
This course begins on the premise that the Christian already understands
his responsibility to
Personal Evangelism and simply furnishes the tools for his
effectiveness; it teaches how to ‘walk in the Spirit’, how to be fully
controlled by the indwelling Christ, and how to witness in the power of
the Spirit. It teaches how a church can be revived, not because of the
ability of the uniqueness of its leaders nor through additional
organization, but by simply accepting and understanding that the gospel
is the ‘power of God unto salvation’ Romans 1:16.
This course is accompanied by seven 80 min. CDs
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to formulate and
articulate a relevant personal witnessing plan; to understand as leader,
the two-fold responsibility of sharing personal faith from the pulpit,
and public personal witnessing; ability to train others to share their
faith; to become challenged to develop a life-style of soul winning; to
learn how to become dependent on the Holy Spirit; to be able to use
innovative ways to personal witnessing.
B302. Applied
Discipling:
Evangelism is more than just introducing people to Jesus; it is more
about fulfilling the commission to make faithful and ongoing disciples.
This course will provide the student with the theoretical and
scriptural basis for disciple making as well as with practical
methodologies.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To appreciate the Biblical mandate to make disciples; ability to
communicate an evangelistic initiative within the local church; an
ability to describe the process of salvation from a Biblical
perspective; ability to formulate and articulate a relevant
personal salvation testimony; to have an evidenced dependence on the
Holy Spirit throughout the process of personal witness; an understanding
of the Biblical principles of personal disciple-making; to acquire a
personal experience in disciple-making.
B303.
Introduction to Missions:
Missions was born in the heart
of God and should occupy a central place in the life of every believer
and every church. This course seeks to move beyond the need for
missions, since that is understood, and confronts the individual
Christian with his responsibility in the light of God’s world plan.
Instead of the more usual chronological or biblical theological
approach, a systematic theology or doctrinal approach would be followed.
In so doing, the great Bible doctrines are examined, especially with
reference to their missionary implications and teachings.
This course is accompanied by ten 80 min. CDs
Major Learning Outcomes:
To learn the biblical or
doctrinal base and the principles of missionary strategy with their
practical application to the student’s own life, church, and
denominational organization; to acquire the learning experience that is
much more than an academic exercise; to understand the dynamics of
cross-cultural missions; to develop a personal commitment and
involvement in God’s great world plan for the ages, - the reconciling of
lost men, women, boys and girls from every tribe, nation , colour, and
speech to God through Jesus Christ; to be able to organize and lead
short term missions from the local church.
B304.
Counselling II:
This course seeks to integrate the various aspects of counselling to
make it a meaningful whole. The theory of counselling is given;
comparisons are made with secular psychology and various Christian
models are presented and evaluated. In addition, this course provides
practical methodologies for common counselling situations.
Major
Learning Outcomes:
To be able to apply sound
ministerial ethics in
counselling situations; to be able to understand and apply basic
counselling skills in the areas of physical illness, child rearing, and
guilt; to be able to identify and describe the characteristics of the
major mental disorders; to have the ability to effectively counsel
others in trauma situations; to be able to offer advice to those who are
experiencing sexual difficulties; to counsel teens: to be able to apply
premarital and marital counselling; to be able to discern which secular
psychological principles and methods are consistent with biblical
values; to be able to skilfully conduct a counselling session.
B305. Pastoral
Leadership:
This course brings together
several areas of ministry in which the pastor is involved in leading
church. With the exception of the first three lessons which deal with
worship, each lesson is a summary of a subject about which whole books
are written. The lessons dealing with various subjects are not
exhaustive, but the intention is to present the significant points in
the areas which will be most helpful to the pastor.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To acquire basic information needed by a pastor to allow him to define
the purposes and goals of a church; to discover principles which may be
helpful in reaching and teaching those goals to the congregation; to
understand the reason for and nature of each task of the church; to
become skilled enough to initiate and communicate change where
necessary; to become proficient in pastoral leadership.
B306.
Sermon Preparation:
This course deals with the art/discipline of planning your preaching; it
emphasizes the development and refining of skills in choosing a subject,
preparing an outline, and using illustrations for effective preaching.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have the ability to proclaim the Word of God more effectively; to
demonstrate mastery in the delivery of sermons; to demonstrate
proficiency in the selection of sermon subjects through projected
planning; learn effective
methods of sermon preparation; demonstrate proficiency in preparing
sermons; ability to preach a properly prepared sermon.
B307. Self
Assurance:
This course puts to rest the
absurd notion that Christians should have long faces and short
pocketbooks. It shares the excitement and benefits of serving Jesus
NOW by teaching the
importance of a positive self attitude.
This course is accompanied by thirteen 80 min. CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To enable the student to use his
creative talents and think for himself; to have the ability to fill in
the blank drawings of his life; to become motivated by gathering
information on success stories, positive articles from books and
recordings, as well as quotes from newspapers and magazines;
learn how to build life and career on the solid foundation upheld
by six firm pillars; to
learn the principle steps to successful tomorrows; to be able to develop
the right mental attitude, build a healthy self-image, strengthen
relationships with others, commit
to set and reach goals, and believe in the importance of desire
and work; to become more assured of oneself to complete any task.
B308.
Comparative Religion 1
This course is designed to present data on the misinformation being
spread by cultic leaders of our times. It will also be a ready reference
for the earnest Christian seeking to share the truth of Jesus Christ
with cultists.
Major Learning Outcomes:
opportunity to examine the real and basic
differences between orthodox Christianity and some of the major
religions and cults of the world; to consider the application of godly
traits and characteristics
of other faiths while examining the differences; ability to compare
orthodox Christianity with other faiths in order to help Christians
better understand their own
beliefs; to be able to effectively and confidently defend personal
beliefs.
B309.
Bible Survey:
This course is presented in three studies – Law and History of the Old
Testament (Genesis to Esther), Poetry and Prophecy of the Old Testament
(Job to Malachi) and Survey of the New Testament (Matthew to
Revelation). It is designed
to provide the student with a broad overview of the Old and New
Testaments. This knowledge is essential preparation for effective
teaching and preaching of the Word of God.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To gain familiarity with the significant peoples, places and events of
the scriptures; to facilitate personal witnessing by making the message
of the scriptures a part of the student’s personal life and
relationships with others; to strengthen the student’s faith toward the
Bible as the inspired infallible, written word of God; to inspire and
challenge to future study.
B310
Ministry Project
B311.
Revelation:
This is a multi-faceted study of the intriguing unfolding of the end
times. It is designed to provide the seeker after the truth with
a broad overview of
the content of this prophetic book, in order that the message of comfort
and encouragement may reach the heart as well as the intellect. Several
schools of interpretation are discussed, along with principles of the
interpretation of apocalyptic literature. The student is encouraged to
read the set Scripture and to allow the Spirit of God to lead him into
the truth of this Revelation of Jesus Christ given to the apostle John
in the closing days of the first century.
This course is accompanied by five 80 min. CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become familiar with John the popular author of the text; to have
an overview of the historical milieu
under which the book was written; to
become familiar with the
content of the book; to understand the principles of biblical
interpretation which apply
to prophetic and apocalyptic literature; to become acquainted with the
five major schools
of interpretation; to be strengthened in faith
toward God as his majestic sovereignty is observed to be the
overruling factor in every instance in the book.
B312.
Jesus in the Old Testament:
This book carefully examines
some of the many passages in the Old Testament that speak of
Christ’s appearances and activities among his people of old.
It details the person and attributes of the preincarnate Christ.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To discover that Christ had a
distinct personal existence during Old Testament times;
that he had definite and repeated dealings with his people, the
Israelites; to come to know
more fully the glory and
majesty of our eternal God and Saviour, Jesus Christ and be drawn closer
to his side; to be able to better understand the Gospels through these
insights.
B313.
Missionary Field Service I:
This is a very practical course
and is adequately described in its learning outcomes.
This course is accompanied by nine 80 min. CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To introduce the student to
missionary service on a short term basis; to actually place the student
in a mission field with definite pre-arranged objectives for ministry;
to share the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ with souls in spiritual
need, while not neglecting the physical and social needs of those being
ministered to; to give the student the experience of a full mission
conference.
B314.
Pastor’s Life and Duty:
This course is primarily concerned with the life and work of the pastor
as he leads the church in accomplishing its divine mission.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To understand the mission of the church; to determine the vital
qualifications of the leader of the church- pastor; to study the
ministries the pastor must
perform; to examine techniques he may employ in leading the church to
accomplish its mission; to introduce the ministerial
student to the general area of pastoral ministry
that he might become acquainted with manuals and vital practical
concepts which will encourage his continued study beyond the
requirements of the subject.
B315.
Prophets of
Major Learning Outcomes:
To examine the theological
teachings of Isaiah; to observe similarities between Micah and parts of
Isaiah; to discover that
even though the messages of Amos and Hosea resemble their basic
emphases are different; to come face to face with the nature of prophecy
and the prophets of both Israel and Judah; to become involved in the
eschatological discourses of Hezekiah; to see Yahweh as Judge, the
Suffering Servant and
Saviour ; and to take a futuristic look into the New Age.
B316. Faith is
the Victory:
This course is not like any other. It is not so much an academic
exercise as an opportunity to boldly open yourself to God’s Word and
Spirit so that you may grow in grace and be more daring, more valuable,
and more available to Him. Faith is the Victory is a course on the
biblical principle of the “Just shall live by faith” Heb. 2:4 & Rom.
1:17. This course is
accompanied by one 90 min. CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To make the student think about
certain Biblically based ideas, perhaps for the first time, as he
critically examines them from several angles and perspectives; to
motivate the student to pray, meditate, and trust the Holy Spirit for
His interpretation; to stimulate the student to take the risk of
expressing what he believes God has shown him, especially new ideas or
possibilities, as he uses his own brain; to obtain an extensive
knowledge of biblical faith.
B317.
Comparative Religion II:
This course goes beyond
apologetics in providing data and practical advice on a range of cults,
occult beliefs and practices prevailing in our times, especially those
that have influenced the thinking and attitudes of the present day.
This is accompanied by six 80 min. CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have a greater appreciation
for the uniqueness of one’s
personal faith; to display a greater demonstration of moral purity in
the churches; to retard the loss of membership to other religions and
cults; to become familiar with the tenets of other faiths; to be able to
examine and evaluate the similarities and dissimilarities of other
faiths and know what the Bible says about
the latter.
B318.
The Book of Acts:
This course introduces the Bible student to the contents of the Book of
Acts and leads him to an
understanding of the victories, struggles and development of the early
church. Attention is focused on the evangelistic outreach and doctrinal
issues of the young church which had been commissioned to carry the
gospel to the ends of the earth.
Emphasis is placed on the Holy Spirit as Administrative of the
young church.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become familiar with the content of the book of Acts; to examine the
author’s purpose in writing; to become acquainted with the historical
content, in which the events transpired; to relate geographic places,
names of churches, and names of key churches to other New Testament
books; to visit the early church in its infancy and become familiar with
the doctrinal pattern; to
regard their model of evangelism; to be strengthened in faith toward
God through the study of this portion of His infallible Word; to
become inspired by the manifestation of the Holy Spirit in miracles and
healing in the early church.
B319.
Computer Literacy II:
Computers have become an
essential productivity and communications tool for the modern church
leader. This course gives theory and practical application in the main
areas of computerization needed in the pastoral ministry.
Major Learning Outcomes: To
have an intermediate level
competence in using the internet; to have a practical awareness of
several Bible software programs; to have a standard competence in using
spread sheets, databases and power point; to have an awareness of
computerized diaries.
B320.
Teaching Ministry I:
This course highlights a
panorama of educational ministries in the local church; it emphasizes
the basic principles of Christian growth and exposes the student to the
best in Biblical thought on how to grow spiritually.
This is accompanied by five 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become aware of a number of
avenues for educational programs within the local church; to be
motivated enough to become involved in one of these programs to initiate
personal spiritual growth; to become familiar with the basic principles
of Christian growth; to be able to articulate them and commit to their
purposes and key values; to be encouraged to serve and mature in the
Lord.
B321. The
Books of John:
This course on the book of John
and his epistles set forth Jesus Christ as the Son of God and loving
Saviour of man. It is a profound course that challenges the minds of the
mature scholar, yet the complexities of doctrine and logic are presented
in simple language. This
course is accompanied by six 80 min CDs
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to have greater faith
in Christ; to become familiar with instructions for living the
successful Christian life; to be able to experience and abide in the
abundant life; to become conversant with the terms ‘Son of God’ and ‘Saviour
of man’; be able to imbibe
the terms and communicate
their meaning effectively.
B322.
Teaching Ministry II:
This course clarifies the Sunday School Ministry, its purposes,
functions, and organizational structure in the local church. For
effective teaching it takes the student from the introduction of human
development from a Christian perspective, through the description of
people in terms of their physical, intellectual emotional, social and
spiritual characteristics.
This course is accompanied by six 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have a better
understanding of what
Sunday School constitutes
in order to give it its rightful place in the teaching ministry; to
become knowledgeable of the
development of a person from the Christian perspective; to have the
ability to teach people at
their level as they make their normal progress on the highway of life;
to have an evidenced improvement in inter-personal relationships through
knowledge gained; to be able to effectively minister to the whole man.
B323. Personal
Christian Growth:
This is a basic Bible study course on Assurance, featuring the five
beginning principles of following Christ. The course also gives
expression to lessons on Christian living and Christian growth.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Ability to master the fundamentals of the Christian life as student
explores the relevant Scriptures; ability to establish a firm spiritual
foundation as he grows in grace; to develop habits of Bible study and
Scripture memorization; to
learn how to instruct others in assurance and Christian
living.
B324.
English ‘B’:
This English ‘B’ is an
intermediate grammar course for students who are not confident in the
background of English. It takes the student through basic grammar skills
to proper composition writing.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To enable the student to become proficient in basic grammar, especially
for acceptable composition assignments; to enable the student to
demonstrate confidence in his verbal communications and presentations;
to motivate the student to
become creative and imaginative; to inspire the student to give further
study to linguistic
requirements.
B325.
English ‘A’:
This course provides a new model for learning the principles of
discursive writing. It subordinates teaching to learning. Its premise is
that what teaches is not teachers but experience. The Parliamentary
Procedure section is an exceptional addition to this course to take the
leader to effective ‘chair-taking’.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To allow the student to experience, in a brief disciplined way, the
mental processes which are essential in writing; to discover ideas of
his own; to formulate and express an idea precisely; to develop, define
and explain an idea; to show clearly the relationship of every part of
the explanation to every other part and to the idea itself; to allow the
emerging leader to confidently and proficiently chair a meeting using
standard Parliamentary Procedure
B326.
Demonology:
This course has to do with unnatural powers and satanic dominion over
intelligent being. It does not stop there but goes on to show God’s
promise for deliverance. God does not only promise deliverance through
his omnipotence, but gives his people power over the devil and his
intelligentsia. A workbook and set of twelve lectures accompany this
course in the form of thirteen 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become aware of the operations of demons; to be prepared
for active battle at any time; to become knowledgeable of the
origin and various names of demons;
ability to recognize demons’ power and emblems; ability to
discern and have mastery over Satan and his demons.
B327.
Management and Leadership:
This course features a Biblical approach to management. It does not
negate the general principles that form the core of management and
leadership required in developing and making a successful business, but
integrates them. The approach is more practical than hypothetical.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To learn the study and principles of management from a Biblical
perspective; to enable the student to become more proficient and
productive in the working environment; to enable the student to create a
productive working environment; to enable the student to understand and
display team spirit in the work place; to demonstrate the ability to
make decisions regarding the purchase of the physical resources
necessary for the church or business; to be able to establish and
maintain basic office routines and procedures; to display and show
competence in the area of solving organizational conflicts; to learn
effective time management; to have the intelligence to make the
performance evaluation worthwhile; to demonstrate the ability to
exercise sound discipline to stimulate other managers and business
people in the community.
B328.
Teaching Ministry III:
This course outlines and
summarizes major arguments for the Christian teachings that are
challenged by unbelievers today. There are thought provoking questions
and research-based answers to stimulate Biblical understanding. The
student therefore is led to the logical step of evangelisation through
Christian Education thus making the command of Jesus (Matt.22:19) a
reality. This course is
accompanied by four 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have the ability to
demonstrate sound intelligent arguments proving certain that the
Christian faith is true; ability to persuade others of the truth of this
Christian faith in which there is joy, peace and love incomparable in
this world; to be able to relate knowledge to life and open the way to
eternal salvation to all with whom you come into contact; to acquire the
skill to have balance in ministry thus becoming effective in serving
Christ.
B329. The
Shepherd and His Sheep:
This is a course on church leadership with an emphasis on preparing
students/leaders for the responsibility of being effective in their
duties. It illuminates a clear Biblical plan that facilitates adequate
ministry for churches. This
course is accompanied by four 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes: To
be able to apply God’s word to
church management; discover and examine Old Testament patterns of
team ministry; examine and appreciate the New Testament definition of
ministry; recognize the awesome benefits of developing team ministry;
have the ability to establish a team ministry in his church and maintain
the long-range benefit; train new leaders to form the leadership team
that ‘burn-out’
‘dropped-out’ and ‘forced-out’
may not be terms used in his ministry; that
he would display
evidence of the same relationship he encourages others to have with
Jesus; to understand what and where his place is on the team.
B400
Introduction to
Psychology:
This course sees humanity as the object of a love-relationship with
Jesus Christ. It meets the worldwide need for a psychology course for
the Christian population.
It presents a flexible foundation, addressing personality with full
human dimension and integrating principles of clinical psychology.
Soundly Biblical and non-denominational, it focuses upon the key
precepts that bind Christianity together. Christian psychology bridges
clinical psychology and theology to enable the practitioner to apply
both to meet the needs of counseling clients.
B335
Ministry Project
B401
Homiletics:
This course involves preparation and presentation of the gospel message
with detailed explanation of how to build and deliver a dynamic sermon.
The student will be taken through the process of planning,
preparing and presenting effective sermons.
It is also a highly practical course which requires the student
to develop and deliver several sermons.
Major Learning Outcome:
The student will understand the skill of preaching, the proper selection
of relevant scriptures, accurate interpretation, and use of
illustrations in the preparation of the sermon; to learn how to
structure the sermon and how to use effective style and delivery; to
know the difference between topical and expository preaching and to
understand the implication of
both approaches; to develop a preaching check list; to be able to
utilize the results of sound exegesis in formulating the key thought in
a preaching portion of scripture; to be able to construct a purpose
statement and sermon structure; to be able to develop effective
introductions and conclusions; to be able to apply the techniques of
pulpit speech; to have knowledge of the cultural context in the
homiletic process and to be aware of the challenges of open air
preaching; to be able to evaluate sermons of great preachers.
B402.
Elemental Theology:
An introduction to the theological stance of Christianity from a
strictly biblical point of view.
Ten areas of theology are studied bibliology, theology, Christology,
pneumatology, anthropology, hamartiology, soteriology, ecclesiology,
angelology and eschatology.
Major Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to identify the major beliefs of each division
of Elemental Theology from a strictly biblical standpoint; this will
enable him to apply the doctrines of the church to his own life;
to be able to defend his faith; an appreciation of the historic
development of elemental theology with the application of God’s
purposes; to have an understanding of the current schools of theological
thought.
B403.
World Geography for Missions:
This course is a geographic and historic introduction to lands and
peoples including Africa, Asia,
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to develop an understanding of non Western cultures for easy
communication; to be able to develop an appropriate strategy for
successful interaction on the mission field; to be prepared to minister
in an environment which is different from Western Countries; to the
importance of understand the spiritual needs of people; to learn about
the demographs of these countries for missionary purposes.
B404.
Biographies of Christians:
This course centres around the inspirational life stories of David
Livingstone, Jim Elliot, Dr. Helen Roseveare, Spurgeon and others.
It provides a variety of Christian life situations from which the
student can be motivated to take example.
Major Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course, the students would have become familiar with
and have shared the life experiences of five influential characters of
the past; pattern their lives and ministry after the strength of
character, determination and sacrifices made by these persons in the
name of Jesus Christ; to be motivated to answer the call of world
missions.
B405.
Missionary Field Service:
The student makes special arrangements with the College for a two to
four week placement on the mission field.
The purpose is to gain experience of the role of the missionary
in new situations. How to
form relationships, communicate with leaders, appreciate cultural
differences and share the gospel. The student would be asked to keep a
diary to record the experience on a daily basis, and examine responses
of all parties involved in this interaction. Prayer is a necessary
component of this course.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To ascertain whether the mission field is his calling; to learn the
dynamics of preparing for the mission field; to gain first hand
experience on the mission fields; to use opportunity to establish new
relationships; to appreciate cultural differences; ability to establish
and maintain record keeping; to integrate prayer into the mission field
experience as an effective tool.
B406.
Elements of Music:
This is a basic course to
teach the student to read music and to begin or maintain a church music
program. The staff
notation, rhythm patterns, terminology, signs, keys, intervals and other
language of music are dealt with.
Playing a simple instrument and singing at sight are also
included in the course.
Major Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to read simple pieces of music; sing the tunes,
and play basic pieces with confidence; to develop students to read
choral music, count correctly and sing rhythm patterns; to lead a more
vibrant music department including choir and basic
accompanists on a variety of small instruments.
B407.
Counselling III:
Some of the basic theories and techniques of Christian Counselling are
taught by book and CDs in this course.
Special emphasis is given to the recognition and the treatment of
the more common psychological problems.
A scriptural perspective on personal problems is presented and
blended with sincerity to deep human needs.
The student is taught to identify the negative feeling which
added to negative behaviour is a result of wrong thinking.
Change is recommended through teaching what, why and how of wrong
thinking, and how wrong thinking can be corrected.
The fundamental belief that man is made in the image of God is
expressed. The course stresses that God is personal and man needs to
recognize this connection with this personal God.
Failure to do this leads to problems.
This course is accompanied by three 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to identify negative feelings; to have ability to guide the
counselee to address these negative behaviours and problems; to
skilfully apply a biblical model for counselling with God at the centre
together with modern psychological theories and practices; to be able to
recognize the more common psychological problems and use learnt skills
to effect change.
B408.
Testing of Faith Hebrews, 1st & 2nd Peter, James
and Jude:
This is a thorough study of the teachings and advice given to the early
Christians whose faith was being sorely tested during the first century.
The study presents a high view of the deity of Christ, reflects
the stringent moral demands upon the Christian life, warns against false
doctrine and encourages Christians to be faithful.
Many examples of faithfulness are cited from the Bible to testify
to the truth that trials will come but by faith these would be overcome
by faithfulness and obedience to God.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To encourage contemporary readers and believers to remain faithful in
their allegiance to Christ in spite of the many challenges of modern
times; to teach others to remain steadfast because of the anchor in
Christ; to be motivated to give grateful service to God because of his
great Salvation which requires such service; to be able to recognise and
shun deceivers who present false teaching to the unsuspecting; to be
able to use the word of God for discernment.
B409.
Basic Biblical Greek:
This is a study in the first instance, of 120 Greek words from the New
Testament. Each word is
defined and studied in its context as it relates to the Greek text.
Each Greek word is used as a key to unlocking the profound
biblical truth which it expresses. Pronouncing the words is also part of
this teaching process. Secondly, the student is introduced to Greek
Grammar followed by suitable exercises.
This course is accompanied by seven 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcome:
The experience will be truly enlightening; the student will develop a
dynamic understanding of the descriptive language in which the New
Testament was written; by this will come a broader biblical
understanding; the concept behind each word will form a big picture of
the New Testament which cannot be seen when reading in the English King
James version alone; the student would be able to link words which
connect together into a single theme; a deeper appreciation of the
English version and its links would encourage launching a lifetime of
enjoyable Bible study. B410 Ministry Project
B411.
Advanced Homiletics:
This course sets forth clearly and logically a methodology of
sermonizing, which might be likened to a process employed in a service
laboratory, outlining step by step the process of preparing and
delivering an effective expository sermon.
It stresses the importance of daily devotions and discipline and
introduces the student to the main tools of study.
Methods of analysis, investigation, and interpretation are
clearly explained. The
importance of a healthy lifestyle is highlighted.
Two 80 min CDs accompany this course.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to develop methods of physical and spiritual preparation; to
be able to understand and define expository preaching; ability to
prepare, organize and preach expository sermons; ability to put the
subconscious mind to work; to acquire the skill of preaching without
notes; to appreciate the importance of daily devotions.
B412.
Doctrines in the Book of Romans:
This is a detailed exposition on the book of Romans.
The student would be studying fundamental truths of the gospel –
the light and way unto the whole scriptures.
The student would be taught what God thinks about sin and his
wonderful plan to save the sinner. The
course highlights how God moves beyond the saved and shows the wonderful
things God has prepared for the Christians.
It emphasizes the authority of the Christians and shows how he
can live above sin. Topical
studies on doctrines of Condemnation, Justification, Sanctification,
Glorification and Righteousness would be dealt with in detail.
This course is accompanied by one 80 min CD.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have an overview of the Book of Romans; to understand and become
conversant with the “Righteousness of God”; to be able to understand
clearly the difference between faith and works as a means of salvation;
to be right in teaching by example; to become knowledgeable about what
God thinks about sin and his plan to save the sinner; to show the
wonderful things God has prepared for the Christian; to understand the
principles of living above sin; to become conversant with and gain
ability to define the five major doctrines in Romans.
B413.
Teaching Effectively:
This course underlines the importance of teaching and teaching
effectively. It highlights
the characteristics of people in the major age groups and gives
practical guidelines for teaching them.
It is a structured step by step course which will help the
teacher to teach with the assurance that the student can and will learn.
Major Learning Outcomes:
The ability to teach children, youth and adults; to have a clear
understanding of the value of example, love, patience, listening,
giving, conversing and doing; the ability to select the appropriate
setting, bible verses and visual aids to interest the learner; to
understand the teaching learning process.
B414. Laws
of Teaching:
This course gives a clear and concise presentation of the seven basic
laws and principles of teaching.
Biblical examples will be studied especially those employed by
Jesus in this teaching ministry.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To learn the importance of thorough preparation for teaching; to have a
working knowledge of the seven laws of teaching and to know their
scriptural references; to be able to develop lessons for specified
periods of time for the relevant age groups; to be able to stimulate
interest in the learner; to have the ability to use language common to
both learner and teacher; to acquire the technique of teaching the
‘unknown’; to be able to apply the lessons to the learners own
experiences; to become disciplined in reviewing, rethinking and
internalising new ideas.
B415.
Music in Worship Service:
This course teaches the student the techniques of developing a program
of songs of praise and worship designed to involve the whole
congregation in the joy of personal participation. It points out the
strongholds of the enemy and advances spiritual weapons of warfare to
the student; this course also clearly defines the principles of praise,
thanksgiving and worship.
This course is accompanied by ten 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Ability to allow worship to
become more meaningful not just mechanical responses to the rhythm; the
student will be able to appreciate the protocol for approaching the King
of Kings and Lord of Lords; the student will be able to receive healing
and wholeness by his offering of the sacrifice of praise to the Lord;
ability to develop a program of songs of praise and worship for the
congregation; to acquire the skill of pulling down the strong hold of
the enemy through praise and worship
B416.
Doctrines of the Bible:
This course stresses the importance of doctrine while giving a succinct
definition of it. It
details what is God like and gives expressions to the angelic world.
The student will be required to study the Biblical doctrines
presented with close reference to the Bible so that he or she can
develop his or her own help sheet of references on each topic.
It also deals at length with the inspiration of the Bible, the
Holy Spirit, the nature and depravity of sin, salvation of the church
and what the future holds.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have an overview of the various doctrines of the Bible;
the student will be able to state clearly his or her beliefs in God,
Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit, the nature of man, Salvation, the
Church and the future; to be able to deal with arguments for and against
the various doctrines of the Bible; to be able to help new believers
understand what the Bible teaches.
B417.
Strategies for Pastoral Leadership:
This is an advanced course in organizing and administering a church.
It includes research on the roles and qualifications of the three
offices of the
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become fully aware of the need for strategic planning for the church
to function successfully in all areas; to be able to use Biblical
management principles and proven promotion techniques, for a more
effective, efficient and fruitful church ministry; to be able to perform
a comparative analysis between the early Christian church of Elders,
Deacons and Deaconesses and the present church; ability to plan and
develop a church organization that will ensure for active involvement of
the entire congregation; to have the knowledge to expedite the process
of “putting the church to work”; to acquire the knowledge of bringing
stabilization to the organization and maintaining it; to show expertise
in developing a church administration portfolio; to learn the necessary
steps to effective delegation so leaders will have more free time; to
become skilled in writing effective, persuasive advertising; to discover
what to look for when selecting leaders; to learn to handle pressure and
criticism; ability to learn powerful planning principles so that
deadlines would never be missed.
B418.
Advanced Counselling:
This course aims to equip the student to minister in crisis situations
such as shock, attempted suicide, domestic quarrels, depression, death,
divorce, adolescence and various disorders.
It will teach the student to determine crisis and how to apply
Biblical principles in such situations.
This course is accompanied by four 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to recognize symptoms of depression, suicidal
tendencies, abuse and trauma; to prepare student to exercise patience
and understanding in crisis circumstances; to be able to help the
counselee realize that in the journey of life no one is exempt from
crisis, but reliance on God and a knowledge of the scriptures are of
paramount importance in adverting a catastrophe; to know how to access
practical help for the counselee; to be better equipped to handle his
own crisis; to be knowledgeable in ministering to potential crisis
situations.
B419.
Creative Bible Teaching:
This course deals with basic
principles and methods of effective Bible teaching. It is a sort of
bridge building resource and presents a
practical model for teaching that would renew enthusiasm for
teaching the Word of God.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become the bridge between the
Biblical world
and the student world; to be equipped with the tools to do more
than sharing
knowledge but leading students into a growing relationship with God and
His Word; to better understand the Bible he teaches; to be able to
unleash the transforming power of the Scripture in a very creative
manner; to have the ability to evaluate results.
B420.
Church History:
This course presents the history of Christianity from the early
medieval period to the decline of Eastern Christianity. The approach
used is maintaining a chronological continuity without losing the
student in historical details. As it explores church history it
identifies the movements, men, principles and innovations that had the
greatest impact on today’s church.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Ability to trace doctrinal,
ecclesiastical, and missionary
developments in early and medieval Christianity; to become familiar
with the present church
organization for a better understanding of historical developments; to
become acquainted with the major distinctive thoughts of the various
historic schools of
theology; to examine the
major creeds established within the history of
the Christian church; to develop an appreciation for men,
movements, principles and innovations that had the greatest impact on
today’s church..
B421.
Studies in the Pentateuch:
Studies in the Pentateuch, the
first five books of the Old Testament, is the first course in the series
on the Old Testament studies. It includes special introductory matters
and theological interpretation of the books of Moses.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To understand the general structure and purpose of the Book of
Genesis and its relation to God, man and the world; to understand the
purpose for which man was created and the tragedy of his disobedience to
God’s commands; to
understand that sinful man is incapable of delivering himself and must
look to a merciful, redeeming God for reconciliation; to appreciate the
place and purpose of Abraham in God’s redemption plan; to examine the
faithfulness of God in the midst of unfaithfulness; to recognize God’s
providential care for his people; to learn the historical circumstances
leading to the enslavement of God’s people; to have knowledge of the
steps of Israel in becoming a nation; to become acquainted with Israel’s
institution of worship as the nation grew in worship and faith.
B422.
Manners and Customs of Bible Times:
This is a revealing and informative study of the daily life in Bible
lands, giving valuable insights for both sermon preparation and Bible
Study. It opens up the Biblical world from the patriarchs to Roman
Palestine.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become familiar with the manners and customs of the Orient- the
backdrop of the Scriptures; to have ability to interpret the Scriptures
through the eyes of the Orient, thus eliminating mistakes and confusion;
to have the ability to bridge the gulf of thousands of years by insights
into the life of the
Orientals; to examine the skilful use of comparative materials and
archaeological findings
from non-biblical sources; to appreciate the depth, nuances, and
contexts that can enrich every Bible Study.
B423.
Divine Healing:
Since Jesus and His disciples
spent so much of their time healing, Christians of today need to
understand the implications for us in this area. This course addresses
this subject in both a theoretical and practical way.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To consider healing and wholeness as taught and practiced by Jesus and
the New Testament church; to learn
how Christians today maybe ministers
of healing and wholeness to persons who are broken physically,
emotionally, and spiritually.
B424.
Holiness:
The dominant theme of this heart
– moving course is the need for increasing pursuit by believers for
holiness of life, which God alone can make possible. It shows that the
whole of life must be permeated with the holiness of a thrice-holy God.
This course is accompanied by six 80 min CDs
Major Learning Outcomes:
To gain an understanding of the Biblical concept of personal holiness;
to clarify the real issues which are involved in daily Christian living;
to strengthen faith in God through the study of many passages of
Scripture which speak directly to the issues confronting those who
endeavour to live holy lives in an unholy world; to examine suggestions
for changes in personal habits structured to foster growth in personal
holiness and self discipline.
B425.
Synoptic Gospels:
This course is basic to Pastoral training and Christian living.
Its focus is the Gospels, which set forth Christ’s life and
ministry, the centre of the Bible.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Familiarity with the life and teachings of Jesus Christ; an ability to
integrate his life with his teachings; an understanding of why he said
and did what he did; an understanding to apply his teachings in personal
and church life; to become acquainted with the introduction of critical
matters; to learn the historical framework of the ministry of Jesus.
B426.
Fundamentals of Christian Growth:
This course introduces the basic tenets of the New Testament
Christianity. By
establishing who the believer is in Christ and what he can do through
him, it also lays the ground work for a confident life of faith and
action.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Knowledge of the scriptures concerning the supernatural nature of God’s
word; the nature of God’s righteousness; the miracle of transformation
and freedom from sin; to
appreciate the rest of God; to have the knowledge of steps to developing
faith and the part healing plays in Christian growth.
B427.
Missionary Strategy:
This course is designed to set some guidelines for a missionary strategy
that is both evangelical and biblically oriented, preparing students for
today’s indigenous mission thrust.
This course is accompanied by six 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To understand the importance of planning and prayer in missions; to
investigate 19th century strategists and structures of
missions; ability to determine and structure a mission’s program; to
have an understanding of the “peoples concept” and the time remaining;
to become knowledgeable of the 10/40 window; to have an understanding of
the dynamics of cross-cultural disciple making and preparation of unique
strategies of ministering;
to have the ability to facilitate gospel oriented social
programs .
B428.
Spiritual Warfare:
This is a challenging course dealing head on with sin in us, the sort of
sin that prevents and holds us back from fulfilling God’s purpose.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be challenged to address areas in one’s life that do not meet
God’s standards; to dissect the seven deadly sins as the ancients
describe them; to understand their causes and means to overcome them; to
be able to teach and lead to the foot of the cross; to be able to be
better equipped to help others who struggle to live lives pleasing to
God; to become keenly aware of the reality of the invisible kingdom and
the war that continually rages there.
B429.
Managerial Finance and Accounting for Ministry:
This course provides leadership, especially non financial
leaders/administrators wit an understanding of the areas of accounting
and finance so as to enable them to fulfil their strategic role more
effectively. The aim of the
course is not to convert the student into an accountant but to give him
an understanding of accounting and finance.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To have an appreciation of the activity covered by financial and
accounting management; to be able to illustrate how net profit before
tax is completed; to have an understanding of the balance sheet and cash
flow statements; to provide an understanding of the principles of
budgetary control.
B430.
Ministering Cross-Culturally:
This course provides an insight into the tension and conflict that
missionaries, pastors and laypersons experience when they attempt to
minister to and with people who are from different cultural and social
backgrounds. It gives
guidelines for effective ministering.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To become far more sensitive to people and their cultures; to understand
that God is not a tribal God; to understand that the church is one body
that breaks down the walls of ethnicity, class and nationalism that
divide humans into warring camps; to finally provide young missionaries
with some basic tools for understanding other cultures and for
understanding themselves better as they enter other cultures.
B431.
Institutional Ministries:
This course teaches the student the qualifications and the proper way to
start and maintain an Institutional Ministry.
It is a practical course.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To acquire the basic knowledge on counselling people who are
institutionalised; to have a basic knowledge of approach to the
officials of an institution in order to start a specific ministry; to
learn the difference in mentality of those who are in institutions so
that they can be properly ministered to.
B432.
Church Planting and Church Growth:
This course rests on certain pre-suppositions that one, the student has
already completed the course ‘Ministering Cross Culturally’ - # 430, and
two, that the student is operating out of the gifts and abilities that
God has put in him and is searching to develop church planting
strategies and principles that matches those abilities.
This course teaches those principles and also points out the
major pitfalls to avoid. (The Hausa people of
Major Learning Outcomes:
To learn eight main areas from which church multiplication springs; to
become acquainted with ten major view points for church reproduction; to
be able to develop forms and charts for monitoring activities
multiplication and launching teams; to become familiar with the tenets
of starting a new church; to be able to organize and launch teams; to be
able to train pastors/missionaries; to become acquainted with the
meanings, models and methods of contextualization.
B433.
Counselling in Diversity:
This course is a practical and biblical guide for all who engage in
diversity counselling. It
sets forth the issues, principles and interventions of counselling
especially in terms of marriage, counselling and family therapy.
The course highlights seven major challenges that face
counsellors, builds on them and issues ten biblical principles for the
effective therapeutic process.
Biblical techniques for treatment are also dealt with in detail.
The course teaches the principles of becoming a skilled people
helper. This course is
accompanied by fifteen 80 min CDs.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To be able to address the seven issues and their implications that often
arise in the context of counselling; to become familiar with the ten
main principles that should be followed in developing an effective
therapeutic process; to learn how to effectively employ the skills of
biblical techniques in therapeutic interventions; to learn to appreciate
the significance of the Holy Spirit in counselling; to learn the
temperamental types of people and determine the therapeutic processes;
to develop the skill of helping people recreate strategies to get what
they want and need in the ameliorization process; to become equipped to
counsel people with their unique cultural background.
B434.
Counselling Practicum:
This is a very practical course.
The student would be engaged in actual counselling situations to
be critiqued by a trained counsellor.
Both the student and trained counsellor would submit reports on
the process. This is a good
opportunity for the student to apply all the knowledge and skills
acquired throughout the counselling major.
Major Learning Outcomes:
The description informs.
B435. The
Spirit Filled Life:
This course gives the student a thorough knowledge and comprehension of
the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit, the seven spirits of the
Lord, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the gifts and fruit of the spirit,
and the Spirit filled and Spirit – led life.
The course is not merely to give student a better mental
appreciation or intellectual knowledge of the Holy Spirit, but that the
student comes to know the Holy Spirit in a new and intimate way.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To give the student a solid knowledge and understanding of the Holy
Spirit as the third member of the Trinity in all of his facets; to
assist the student in applying the gifts contained in the textbook to
his/her life, so that he will have the fruits and gifts of the Spirit
worked out in his/her life, which would enable him to be an effective
leader in the Body of Christ; to help the student develop a closer and
more personal relationship with the Holy Spirit; to enable the student
to effectively teach and input the many precious truths of the study of
the Holy Spirit to others.
B437. The
Christian Family I:
The Christian Family is the basic unit of the church.
Today, the family is coming under ever increasing pressure. This
course will provide the student with biblical data concerning the family
structure and relationship as well as practical methods of developing a
healthy Christian Family.
The approach takes the family from “before the ring” ensuring a unique,
single and whole being enters the marriage circle.
Major Learning Outcomes:
Knowledge of what the bible teaches concerning singleness, the family
unit, marriage and divorce; an understanding of the roles within the
family; an appreciation of the major forces which are destructive to the
Christian Family.
B446.
Bachelor Thesis:
The student will use as many references as are available to prove or
disprove a clearly stated theory of the chosen major. The proposed
subject, thesis statement and method of development must be submitted
for approval before writing the thesis. The finished work should be
approximately 8,000 words typed, of display quality including
appropriate fastening and cover, following guidelines in the Quick
and Easy Guide to “Writing Your A+ Thesis” - Research and
Education Association Manual.
The college will keep the original copy of thesis; student must
retain at least one copy for security.
Major Learning Outcomes:
To understand the definitions, key elements and characteristics of
research; understand theological research using various methodologies;
to formulate and submit a detailed thesis proposal for a Bachelors
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