MT.l BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY I - Credit
Units = 5
This study in Biblical Archaeology teaches the importance of the
subject in biblical studies. In recent excavations, archaeologists
have unearthed pottery shards, stone inscriptions, ancient scrolls and
other fascinating artifacts, shedding new light on the people and
events of the Bible. Discover what new archaeological finds have to
tell us about Israel's journey to the Promised Land, the fall of
Jericho’s Walls, the Ark of the Covenant, the kings and prophets of
Israel, the Assyrian and Babylonian invasions, the Dead Sea Scrolls
and more. This study shows the validity and accuracy of the Old
Testament of the Holy Bible.
MT.2 BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY II - Credit Units = 5
This study of Biblical Archaeology includes the New Testament of the
Holy Bible. Further explore and discover what new archaeological finds
have to tell us about the time and the people of Jesus Christ. The
student learns that archaeological evidence furnishes us with silent
witness to the validity of the biblical records.
MT.3 THE NATIONS: HISTORICALLY AND PROPHETICALLY
Credit Units =4
From the most ancient times God has displayed and declared his own
plan and purpose for this World. This study concentrates upon the
place of nations in his plan. The subject begins early in Genesis and
culminates in the Millenial Kingdom of Heaven on Earth. The trying and
judging of nations have survived, and will survive this judgment and
exist during the Millenium. To understand the whole picture of divine
eschatology, it is important to understand God's prophecies as well as
the histories of nations.
MT.4 PASTORAL THEOLOGY - Credit Units = 3
This subject deals with the Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ:
Who and what he/she is; family relationships; his/her calling; his/her
congregational ministry; and his/her pulpit work. It involves the stud
of the minister s life dedication and devotions, home, professional
life in parish and community. It involves the study of the minister's
call to preach/teach, but will also discuss how he/she will arrive
there. The biblical guide and principles for Pastoral (ministerial)
Theology are paramount.
MT.5 PASTORAL COUNSELING - Credit Units = 3
In this course the student will gain an insight into the rich
theological framework that supports and directs a biblical approach to
counseling. Connecting biblical doctrine with practical living.
MT.6 PASTORAL LEADERSHIP - Credit Units = 3
This study will show that successful leadership and ministry in a
church will reward both the minister and the congregation, for it
pleases Christ to whom the Church belongs. Varied abilities will be
needed to administer the many departments, committees, the board,
department directors, and congregational worship. In study and
preparation, it is imperative to learn the value of real prayer and
dependence upon the Chief Administrator, namely the Holy Spirit. The
New Testament gives many examples of the Holy Spirit working with his
people in the administration and leadership of his leaders and his
Church. Beware of suggestions and techniques that are secular in
nature. God's Word and the Holy Spirit cannot be successfully
circumvented in the theology of Pastoral Leadership.
MT.7 WORI,D RELIGIONS, CULTS AND THE OCCULT
Credit Units = 4
Students will learn in this subject that the study of religions, other
than Christian, is interesting and valuable. Knowing the concepts
other groups have of God, gods, goddesses, and eternal involvements,
broadens the Christian minister's ability to deal intelligently and on
an informed basis in his/her ministry. This study will show how some
non-Christian religions are ancient and some contemporary, and how the
more recent religions and cults tend toward the occult. The
investigative study of these manifests the scriptural darkness and
blindness of this present evil world. Only Jesus Christ and the True
Gospel can dispel this diabolical darkness by the shining forth of Him
Who, alone, is the Light of the World.
MT.B CHRISTIAN DEVOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Credit Units = 3
This study teaches the believer the importance of, and the value in,
maintaining regular and scriptural devotional habits.
NOTE: The Master of Theology degree is available
with a Major in Missiology or a Major in Evangelism: