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Course Selection Advisory 7

DEGREE PROGRAMS – REQUIRED COURSES OVERVIEW

I BDP BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS

A. Biblical Studies

B. Christian Ministry

C. Biblical Christian Theology

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II MDP MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

A. Biblical Studies


C. Biblical Theology

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III DDP DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS

A. Biblical Studies


C. Biblical Theology

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GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION CATALOG SECTION 41

UNDER GRADUATE/BASIC ELECTIVE COURSES

I BBS Basic Bible Studies 43

II BCL Biblical Christian Living 45

III PMD Practical Ministry Development 51

IV CMO Church-Missions Outreach 55

V BDT Biblical Doctrine/Theology 57

VI GIS General Interest Studies 61

VII GBS General Bible Studies 65

GRADUATE LEVEL / ADVANCED ELECTIVE COURSES

I ABS Advanced Bible Studies 67

II AMD Applied Ministry Development 71

III PTM Pastoral Teaching & Ministry 73

IV ADT Advanced Doctrine & Theology 77

V AGS Advanced General Studies 81

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Whether required or elective, all necessary course curricula are set forth in this Course Catalog and all

course materials necessary for your study degree program are included in the THBI Student Tuition! You

never have to pay extra for any text books or course study materials that are required to complete any course

or course module necessary to complete the degree studies for which you are enrolled.

While courses may have some variation - - some text books are published by THBI, others are published

by various publishing ministries while others yet are digital (found in the Digital Bible Library). The THBI

study plans all follow a similar format:

➢ Each course will have a study text - - either textbook or digital;

➢ Each course requires the completion of a study guide;

➢ Each course (or course unit) concludes with a course exam which must be submitted for grading.

o Again, each course exam must receive a minimum score of 70% for a passing grade.

All textbooks and study guides are the students to keep, building their own study reference library for future

use in their own ministry works. With the successful completion of each course, the student is invited to

use the study materials in developing their own teaching and preaching materials subject to the terms of use

of each publisher’s copyrighted material.

Each student will have built their own Bible Reference Study Library of several hundred items from

the various resources provided during his/her program of studies!

The THBI COURSE CATALOG is divided into two sections: Basic Courses and Graduate Courses.

1. Basic Courses are those necessary for completing Bachelor Degree Programs

2. Graduate Courses are necessary for completing the Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree programs.

While all degree levels can utilize the “Basic” courses generally, the courses in the Graduate

categories are only for those students enrolled in a Masters or Doctoral degree programs.

The curriculum selections offered in this Course Catalog are either: Individual Courses or, Course

Module composed of multiple course units.

➢ Individual Courses are just that, individual courses that are taken individually at the assigned credit value

for that course.

➢ Course Modules are made up of two or more course units that are grouped together in order to achieve a

predetermined goal of study with an assigned credit value for that Course Module.

o Course Modules may not be broken down into individual courses.

o Every course in a Course Module must be completed in order to receive the assigned credit value for

that course unit.

o Course Modules partially completed are not given partial credit - - the entire course module must be

completed to receive credit for the studies included in that module.

Any questions about course selections should be directed to the offices of THBI.

Note: The curriculum of T.H.B.I. may be revised without prior notice but such revisions will not

negatively affect any credits already earned by a student.

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Any and all revisions are intended to expand the learning base available to the student.

In the event that a modification impacts the study program in which a student is already enrolled,

said modification will not affect the tuition or graduation requirements of that student in any

adverse manner, but may afford the student an opportunity to gain the benefits of that modification

without additional costs.

IMPORTANT: COURSE AVAILABILITY

The True Hope Bible Institute of True Hope Ministries of America works with various publishers

and under various licenses. Due to this, we cannot guarantee every course selection will be

available on a timely basis, or in some cases, a textbook may have been discontinued altogether

making the course selection unavailable until a suitable replacement can be located.

Therefore, while we strive to maintain updated information in this Course Catalog, neither THBI

or THMA can or does make any guarantee of availability of courses.

In the event that a course is unavailable, the student may be given the option to select another

course of equal or greater credit value or wait until the course becomes available again. In the

cases of “Required Courses” being substituted, the substitute course will be considered to meet

the Course Requirement for that particular Degree Study Program.

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There are two types of courses in every degree program:

1. Required Courses – also called “mandatory” courses for earning a particular degree.

2. Elective Courses – courses you select to complete the needed course credits required for a particular

degree. Elective courses should be selected based on your ministry emphasis, ie

Pastoral, Evangelism, etc.

Mandatory Course Assignments:

The student has no options or alternatives but to take the courses listed as mandatory in his/her degree

program course description - - unless otherwise noted in the degree description.

• Mandatory/Required Courses are identified with an (*R) next to the Course ID and before the

Course Title & Description.

• Mandatory Courses (*R) are those courses that are required in one or more degree programs

and choosing an “*R” course as an elective may conflict with later degree studies.

Therefore, any course marked with “*R” must be approved by your Live Study Consultant or the

offices of THBI.

Courses for Electives:

Bachelor Degree Students: Elective selections are limited to the courses listed in the Basic Course

Selections.

Master Degree and Doctoral Degree students may select electives from any course listed in the Basic

or Graduate Course Selections regardless of being marked with “*R”.

Doctoral Degree students may select electives from any course listed in the Basic or Graduate Course

Selections regardless of being marked with “*R”.

Scheduling Elective Courses:

Students should first complete all mandatory/required courses for their degree programs before selecting

the elective courses they wish to study for meeting the balance of course credit requirements necessary

to obtain their degrees.

COURSE DIVISIONS:

The Course Catalog is divided into two main sections: Basic Courses and Advance Courses.

• Basic Courses are both Required and Elective Courses to complete Bachelor Degrees.

• Graduate Courses are those courses studied for both Master’s Degrees and Doctoral Degrees.

Please note the location of the following:

DEGREE PROGRAM REQUIRED COURSES INFO SECTION Page 9

BASIC DEGREE PROGRAM COURSES Page 41

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM COURSES Page 67

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To help students gain an idea of each degree’s study focus, this section provides an overview of the required

courses for each Degree Study Program at each Degree Level offered by the True Hope Bible Institute of

True Hope Ministries of America. The student may find then find each course more fully described in the

General Courses Catalog Section which follows.

Any questions about the courses outlined in the Degree Program Information Section should be directed to

the National Office of the Ministry.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-888-800-1584, ext. 4 or ext. 5

~ BIBLICAL STUDIES ~

BACHELOR DEGREE STUDY PROGRAM

The required courses for this Bachelor Degree Study Program are - -

COURSE # COURSE TITLE CREDIT VALUE

BBS-2 Bibliology 10

BBS-3 Why Four Gospels 10

BBS-4 BASIC BIBLE STUDIES 10

BBS-4-01 Importance - - - - - - - - -

BBS-4-02 Christian Life – Basic - - - - - - - - -

BBS-4-03 Christian Life - Advanced - - - - - - - - -

BBS-5 Proofs of Christianity 10

BBS-6 The Bible’s Divine Inspiration 15

BBS-7 STRATEGIC BIBLE STUDY 15

BBS-7-01 Creative Bible Study - - - - - - - - -

BBS-7-02 Old Testament Survey - - - - - - - - -

BBS-7-03 New Testament Survey - - - - - - - - -

BDT-4 Introduction to Theology 10

BDT-5 Basic Bible Doctrines 20

END OF REQUIRED COURSES TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS 100

Elective Course Selections – Credits Needed 20

NOTES: Courses are not necessarily mailed in numeric order.THBI may substitute courses with alternate

courses of equal credit value - - Substitution notices will be sent with alternate courses in such cases.

NOTICE: UPON COMPLETION OF THE REQUIRED COURSES, STUDENT MUST SELECT

ELECTIVE COURSES WITH A MINIMUM CREDIT VALUE OF 20 CREDITS.

The Descriptions of the Required Courses for this Degree Program follow on

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Bachelor Degree – Required Courses Information

COURSE ID COURSE TITLES & DESCRIPTIONS STUDY CREDIT

This course uses the textbook, “Bibliology: Authority in Religion.

Designed to evaluate and review the evidences that establish the Bible

as God’s revelation of Himself to humanity and that the Bible is THE

source for humanity’s discovery of God’s ways and truth.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Bibliology: Authority in Religion” plus Course Study

Guide and/or Course Exam

This course is designed to help you understand why we have four different

accounts of the Gospel, what they are severally designed to teach, each of

their peculiar characteristics, as well as their distinctive beauties.

COURSE MATERIAL includes Course Book w/study guides and/or

course exams

Digital textbook: “Why Four Gospels?” (Part of the Digital Bible Library)

This course is required for nearly every Bachelor Degree offered by THBI.

This 3-part course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental truths

of Scripture and help the student to develop the ability to recognize God’s truth

through the various styles and methods of writing God chose to use in revealing

Himself and His message to mankind.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published THBI course books include study guides:

1. Importance of the Inspired Scriptures

2. The Christian Life – Basic

3. The Christian Life – Advanced

This all-important study of the Evidences of Christianity will help the

student establish (in his/her own mind) the claim of the Christian Faith

as the one and only Divine Religion. This importance of this course

cannot easily be overrated, or overstated.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “Many Infallible Proofs: The Evidences of Christianity”

(part of the Digital Bible Library) plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam.

BBS-2(*R) Bibliology 10

BBS-3(*R) Why Four Gospels 10

BBS-4(*R) Basic Bible Studies 10

BBS-5(*R) Proofs of Christianity 10

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Christianity is based upon the impregnable rock of Holy Scripture.

The starting point of all doctrinal discussion must be the Bible and this course

is designed to impart to the student’s understanding the evidences of how God

delivered His message, truth and revelation to mankind by working through his

creation - - utilizing the personality and flair of each human writer, capturing the

distinct peculiarities of each different era while creating a timeless message that

is always contemporary and relevant to mankind!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “The Divine Inspiration of the Bible” (part of the Bible Explorer

Library) plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

Developing a Bible Study Strategy is vital for two reasons:

1. Your personal life as a Saint in Christ - - learning and living according to God’s Word

2. Your ministry - - The ability to help others develop a foundation of God’s Word for living

in this life.

Strategic Bible Study is a three-part, intensive course module with the following courses:

1. Creative Bible Study

2. Old Testament Survey

3. New Testament Survey

COURSE MATERIAL:

Textbooks/Study Guides and Course Exams.

BDT-4 (*R) Introduction to Theology 10

Theology is most simply the knowledge of God – which makes this an

essential area of understanding to both ministry leader and the life and

health of the Church!

While theology is alien and thus avoided by many, this course will break through

the “academic” barriers of “scholastic” theology and bring the student to a level

of personal confidence in this area of edification.

Aware or not, every Believer is a theologian! Thus, this course is essential to

every student serious on gaining the ability to individually yet correctly pursue

his/her own study of God!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Who Needs Theology?” plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam.

BBS-6(*R) The Bible’s Divine Inspiration 15

BBS-7(*R) Strategic Bible Study 15

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BDT-5(*R) Bible Doctrines 20

This course is designed to present to the student the foundational doctrines

of Christianity.

This intensive course studies the doctrines from the standpoint of Biblical rather

than Dogmatic/Denominational theology. This is evident from the plan which is

followed in the work, namely: To gather together all the Scripture passages

dealing with the subject under consideration, and from them choose a required

number that may be called representative; then seek to understand the meaning

of these references by the study of the text itself in its context and parallel

passages; and finally, from the selected proof-texts, formulate the doctrinal

teaching, placing such results under appropriate headings.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “The Great Doctrines of the Bible” (part of the Bible Explorer


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~ CHRISTIAN MINISTRY ~


The study schedule for this Bachelor Degree Study Program is as follows:


BBS-2 Bibliology 10



BBS-4-01 Importance - - - - - - -

BBS-4-02 Christian Life – Basic - - - - - - -

BBS-4-03 Christian Life - Advanced - - - - - - -

BDT-1 FULL GOSPEL FUNDAMENTALS 15

BDT-1-01 Intro – Full Gospel Principles - - - - - - -

BDT-1-02 Life in the Holy Spirit - - - - - - -

BDT-1-03 Full Gospel Biblical Prophecy in Christ - - - - - - -

BDT-7 Soteriology (Salvation) 10

PMD-2 Basic Church Leadership 5

PMD-4 BASIC MINISTERIAL DEVELOPMENT 10

PMD-4-01 Foundations of Ministry - - - - - - -

PMD-4-02 Church Ministry - - - - - - -

PMD-4-03 Ministry of God’s Word - - - - - - -

PMD-4-04 Personal Ministry Development - - - - - - -

PMD-7 EVANGELISM MINISTRY - I 10

PMD-7-01 Leaven-Like Evangelism - - - - - - -

PMD-7-02 Multiplication Methodologies - - - - - - -

END OF REQUIRED COURSES TOTAL REQUIRED COURSE CREDITS 90

Elective Course Selections –

Credits Needed

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NOTE: THBI may substitute courses with alternate courses of equal credit value - - Substitution

notices will be sent with alternate courses in such cases.

NOTE: Courses are not necessarily mailed in numeric order.




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BBS-2 (*R) Bibliology 10





COURSE MATERIAL:



BBS-3 (*R) Why Four Gospels 10




COURSE MATERIAL includes Course Book w/study guides and/or course exams


BBS-4 (*R) Basic Bible Studies 10


This 3-unit course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental truths




COURSE MATERIAL:

Published THBI course books include study guides and/or course exams:




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BDT-1(*R) Full Gospel Fundamentals 15

While many “Fundamental Gospel” courses are the compilation of a

particular denominational or sectarian viewpoint that offers a favored slant

on the Gospel presentation and ministry, this course aims to avoid the

barriers of any denominational group and help the student develop a “complete

or whole Gospel” presentation and ministry.

This 3-part course, no denominational viewpoints are addressed only the spiritual

concerns of mankind from the singular perspective of Scripture - - thus this

course supports the viewpoint of any Biblical denominational point of view.

COURSE MATERIAL:


1. Introducing Full Gospel Principles

2. Life in the Holy Spirit

3. Full Gospel Biblical Prophecy in Christ

Each unit includes a Course Exam which must be submitted for grading/review.

BDT-7 (*R) Soteriology (The Study of the Doctrine of Salvation) 10

What is salvation? The most fundamental of the Christian doctrines and yet,

many lack the foundational understanding of the elements of Salvation in Christ

Jesus.

This course studies the topics of: Repentance; faith; regeneration; justification;

sanctification; adoption; assurance; union with Christ; abiding grace; means of

grace.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Soteriology: Good News in Review” plus Course Study

Guide and/or Course Exam.

PMD-2 (*R) Basic Church Leadership 5

This course is based on, The Good Book on Leadership examines the leaders found in the

Bible on a case-by-case basis to unveil the biblical models for leaderships. These models

apply not just to pastors but also to business, sports, government, and even the military.

God's Word provides us with what we need to know - for any situation - to provide godly

leadership and guidance.

Digital Textbook: “The Good Book on Leadership” (Addition to Digital Library)

Course Exam

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PMD-4 (*R) Basic Ministerial Development 10

The foundations for ministry leadership must be developed first in the student’s

personal life and then throughout the local congregation in which he/she serves.

This 4-part course establishes God’s Word and the Holy Spirit as THE leading

factors in your ministry work and leadership.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published THBI course books include unit study guides:

1. Foundations of Ministry

2. Church Ministry

3. Ministry of God’s Word

4. Personal Ministry Development


PMD-7(*R) Evangelism Ministry I 10

Ministry Leaders are NOT to be “aquarium keepers”! Jesus our Lord called us to

be “fishers of men”, “laborers in the harvest” and as ministry leaders that means that

WE ARE TO LEAD IN OUTREACH AND SOUL WINNING!

We cannot make disciples if we do not first win souls, and we cannot win souls if we

are not committed to doing so!

Evangelism should become a “self-rising” ministry of the local Church but to do so

means that first we capture the vision, mission and methods of effectively bringing

souls into the Kingdom of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Books with Exams

Part 1 = Leaven-like Evangelism

Part 2 = Multiplication Methodologies

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~ CHRISTIAN BIBLICAL THEOLOGY ~


The study schedule for this Bachelor Degree Study Program is as follows:


BBS-2 Bibliology 10



BBS-4-01 Importance - - - - - - - - -

BBS-4-02 Christian Life – Basic - - - - - - - - -

BBS-4-03 Christian Life - Advanced - - - - - - - - -

BBS-6 The Bible’s Divine Inspiration 15

BCL-1 Christian Living – Forgiveness 1 5

BCL-2 Christian Living – Forgiveness 2 5

BDT-7 Soteriology (Salvation) 10

PMD-2 Basic Church Leadership 5

PMD-4 BASIC MINISTERIAL DEVELOPMENT 10

PMD-4-01 Foundations of Ministry - - - - - - - - -

PMD-4-02 Church Ministry - - - - - - - - -

PMD-4-03 Ministry of God’s Word - - - - - - - - -

PMD-4-04 Personal Ministry Development - - - - - - - - -

PMD-7 EVANGELISM MINISTRY - I 10

PMD-7-01 Leaven-Like Evangelism - - - - - - - - -

PMD-7-02 Multiplications Technologies - - - - - - - - -



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Bachelor Degree – Required Courses Information COURSE ID COURSE TITLES & DESCRIPTIONS STUDY CREDIT






COURSE MATERIAL:











This 3-part course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental truths




COURSE MATERIAL:





BBS-6 (*R) The Bible’s Divine Inspiration 15








COURSE MATERIAL:



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BCL-1(*R) Christian Life – Forgiveness 1 5

Perhaps the greatest hindrance to spiritual success in not only the lives of God’s

children but in the ministries of His leaders as well is the absence of forgiveness!

Believing falsehoods and holding on to misunderstandings of the purpose for and

principles of forgiveness has kept the saints of God bound in bitterness and their

fellowship with God is greatly disrupted!

This course empowers the student to truly forgive those who have offended or

wounded him/her with their discovery of God’s purpose and truth in genuine

forgiveness!

COURSE MATERIAL: COMPLETE

THBI published textbook: “Freedom of Forgiveness” plus Course Study Guide

and/or Course Exam

BCL-2(*R) Christian Life – Forgiveness 2 5

This course is an advanced look into the principles of forgiveness. The student

is guided through the real-life application of this vital area of success in life.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Forgiveness Workbook” - - This workbook is to be

completed with Exam submitted for grading.

BDT-7(*R) Soteriology (The Study of the Doctrine of Salvation) 10

What is salvation? The most fundamental of the Christian doctrines and yet

many lack the foundational understanding of the elements of Salvation in Christ

Jesus.

This course studies the topics of: Repentance; faith; regeneration; justification;

sanctification; adoption; assurance; union with Christ; abiding grace; means of

grace.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Soteriology: Good News in Review” plus Course Study

Guide and/or Course Exam.

PMD-2(*R) Basic Church Leadership 5





leadership and guidance.

Digital Textbook: “The Good Book on Leadership” (Addition to Digital Library)

Course Exam

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PMD-4(*R) Basic Ministerial Development 10



This 4-unit course establishes God’s Word and the Holy Spirit as THE leading


COURSE MATERIAL:



2. Church Ministry



Each part includes a Course Exam which must be submitted for grading/review.

PMD-7(*R) Evangelism Ministry I 10

Ministry Leaders are NOT to be “aquarium keepers”! Jesus our Lord called us to

be “fishers of men”, “laborers in the harvest” and as ministry leaders that means that

WE ARE TO LEAD IN OUTREACH AND SOUL WINNING!

We cannot make disciples if we do not first win souls, and we cannot win souls if we

are not committed to doing so!

Evangelism should become a “self-rising” ministry of the local Church but to do so

means that first we capture the vision, mission and methods of effectively bringing

souls into the Kingdom of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:




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MASTER’S DEGREE STUDY PROGRAM

The study schedule for this Master’s Degree Study Program is as follows:


ABS-5 Being A Transformer 5

AMD-2 Developing Christ’s Character as Leaders 5

AMD-4 Evangelism Ministry – II 5

AMD-5 Ministry Stewardship 10

PTM-7 Scripture Based Counseling 5

PTM-9 Counseling with Biblical Principles 5



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ABS-5(*R) Being a Transformer 5

Vital lessons in building godly character in the midst of life’s difficulties through

daily discipline in order to overcome the “world”.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 503 – Book of Daniel

AMD-2(*R) Developing Christ’s Character as Leaders 5

Ministry leadership is, in great part, helping other saints become more like

Christ in the face of contemporary social issues, challenges and pressures.

This course helps the student bring into focus the fact that our lives reflect

what is at the center of our lives - - and how to develop the character of Christ

to be that center.

COURSE MATERIAL: EBOOK

Ebook textbook: “Reflect His Character” plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam

AMD-4(*R) Evangelism Ministry II 5

Leading in Evangelism and Outreach.

Evangelism and Outreach are NOT the means by which churches become either:

Active in the secular community or serving in socially correct activities!

Evangelism and Outreach are the means by which the Body of Christ, The Church

of the Lord Jesus Christ grows - - “adding such as should be saved”!

While the Church may coexist in a world of darkness, our role is to be Salt and

Light in that world, making people hungry and thirsty for righteousness and

exposing the hidden things of darkness that are keeping them in bondage to satan’s

systematic dominion of sin and setting them free for life everlasting!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Book with Exam

Strategies for Spiritual Harvest

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AMD-5(*R) Ministry Stewardship 10

Ministry involves stewardship, or in today’s vernacular, management.

We must manage the assets and resources God has provided in order to

successfully accomplish what God has asked us to do!

While many do not understand this, in reality success depends on correctly

and faithfully managing the various aspects of the ministry to which we are

called - - which is what this course module deals with, having the goal of enabling

you to excel in ministry through faithful stewardship of ministry elements.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Books with Exams:

Part 1 = Biblical Management Principles

Part 2 = Management by Objectives

PTM-7(*R) Scripture Based Counseling 5

This course is a clarion call to God’s people to turn from humanistic methods of

attempting to heal men’s souls and for God’s people to RETURN to the Great

Physician for the one true cure for the broken soul of a person!

Practical foundational principles of Scripture are emphasized throughout this course.

COURSE MATERIAL:


CC 512 – Counseling from Scripture

PTM-9(*R) Counseling with Biblical Principles 5

Family is the oldest institution known to man and one that was designed and

established by the Creator of man!

To minister to the bruised or broken family in a healing manner requires that

the One with the remedy be brought in to meet the need - - and Christ is the

One!

This course teaches the timeless principles to a good marriage, successful parenting

and God’s answers to many of the problems plaguing today’s families.

COURSE MATERIAL:


CC 615 – Family Counseling Resources

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ABS-1 The Old Testament – Historical Books 10

ABS-10 Preeminent & All Sufficient Christ 5

ABS-13 Survey of Paul the Apostle 5

ADT-2 The Four Gospels - A Comprehensive Study

ADT-7 Contemporary Apologetics 5



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ABS-1(*R) The Old Testament – Historical Books 10

This course is designed to impart understanding about the 12 historical

books of the Old Testament from Joshua through Esther.

Each book is introduced and examined with discussion of special aspects

of the Biblical text and difficult passages explained. Also addressed are the

connections between these books and the prophets along with the archaeological

findings and historical records that are related to relevant Biblical passages.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Historical Books” plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam

ABS-10(*R) Preeminent & All Sufficient Christ 5

Success in living as God’s sons and daughters in this present world depends in large

part on our ability to live in the reality of Christ being our life, our goal and our strength

and choosing Him as preeminent in all the concerns of our lives.

Your success as a ministry leader will depend on how effectively you exemplify this

reality

and are able to impart the necessary understanding about these things into the lives of those

you are leading.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 605 – Philippians & Colossians

ABS-13(*R) Survey of Paul the Apostle 5

Gain the full perspective of this great man of God against the conditions of his

day and the fullness of his ministry.

This course includes introductions to each Pauline epistle.


NT 621 – Life of Paul

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ADT-2 (*R) The Four Gospels – A Comprehensive Study 10

This course is structured on the basis of the LIFE OF CHRIST arranged

according to chronological harmony through the four Gospels. The unique

contribution of each Gospel is brought into view with the aim of giving the

student understanding of the consistency of the presentation of Christ contained

in the combined Gospel account of our Lord.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Four Gospels” plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam.

ADT-7(*R) Contemporary Apologetics 5

We all must expect to be asked baffling questions by frustrated “seekers”

and contentious “disputers of this world”.

Having the answers not only will aid you in defending the Gospel but will

establish a more firm foundation for you to live an abundant Christian life!

COURSE MATERIAL:


TH 521 – Biblical Answers for Today’s Questions

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ADT-3 Theology Proper 15

ADT-5 The Nature of God 5

ADT-6 Christian Doctrinal Theology 5

ABS-7 Spiritual Balance 5

ABS-8 Divine Wisdom 5



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ADT-3(*R) Theology Proper 15

This course has 3 units:

1. The One True God;

2. Biblical Faith

3. Evidence & Truth.

The student will gain a highly developed, personal theological thought perspective

that will prove valuable in his/her leadership in the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ

to His Church and in reaching the unsaved with a solid, powerful foundation of

Truth about Jesus Christ and God’s love expressed through Him.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “Exploring Theology” which is an add-on book to the Bible

Explorer Library. Note: The cost of this add-on book is included in tuition but

must be ordered separately.

This course requires a Course Exam for each division of the course.

ADT-5(*R) THE NATURE OF GOD 5

This course will build a deeper and practical understanding of the nature of

our Heavenly Father - - the way God is and why God does what God does!

While this is an elective study, it is a must for a life of intimate fellowship with

God as our Father! What better basis for intimacy than understanding and what

is more needed in the Body of Christ in this generation than for God’s children to

live in the reality that God is our Father Who intimately cares for His children?

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Nature of God” by Don Hastings & Marc Gibson

Each chapter has a chapter exam to use as a study guide. Course concludes with

a Final Course Exam to be completed & submitted for grading.

ADT-6(*R) Christian Doctrinal Theology 5

Because of its wide spectrum of conservative Biblical doctrine this course

is a “must” for every student who intends to teach or preach the Gospel.

Easy to read, systematically dispensed and comprehensively covered.



TH 511 – Doctrinal Theology, “Assess, Advance, Apply”

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ABS-7(*R) Spiritual Balance 5

Learning to function in the realm of God’s timing, understanding God’s patience and dealing with issues of “fairness” in life are all issues that are concerned with strengthening our faith and enabling us to minister to others dealing with the sometimes devastating situations that can hit people.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 607 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon

ABS-8(*R) Divine Wisdom 5

Wisdom is an essential element for spiritual success throughout our life journey as all the issues of life have spiritual significance and roots!

Gain the tools needed for correctly interpreting Scripture - - and life in the light of Scripture.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 609 - Proverbs

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DOCTORAL DEGREE STUDY PROGRAM

The study schedule for this Doctoral Degree Study Program is as follows:


ADT-3 Theology Proper 15

ADT-3-01 The One True God - - - - - - - - -

ADT-3-02 Biblical Faith - - - - - - - - -

ADT-3-03 Evidence & Truth - - - - - - - - -

ABS-2 The Old Testament – Pentateuch 10

ABS-3 The Old Testament – Psalms 10

ABS-4 Lessons in Faith & Leadership 5

ABS-8 Divine Wisdom 5

ABS-9 Facing Apostasy 5



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Doctoral Degree – Required Courses Information COURSE ID COURSE TITLES & DESCRIPTIONS STUDY CREDIT

ADT-3(*R) Theology Proper 15

This course has 3 units:

1. The One True God

2. Biblical Faith

3. Evidence & Truth.

The student will gain a highly developed, personal theological thought that will

prove valuable in his/her leadership in the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ to

His Church and in reaching the unsaved with a solid, powerful foundation of


COURSE MATERIAL:




This course requires a Course Exam for each unit of the course.

ABS-2(*R) The Old Testament – The Pentateuch 10

This course gives the student a comprehensive look at each of the first five books of the Bible. Beginning with an introduction to the Pentateuch as a whole then introducing each book individually followed by many extensive, verse by verse commentaries, on each of the first five books.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Pentateuch” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam

ABS-3(*R) The Old Testament – The Psalms 10

This course provides the student with extraordinary insights into the book of the Bible that often is said to express the heart of God!

The first part of the course discusses the approaches to the study of the Psalms with the remainder of the course being a verse by verse expository plus commentary on each Psalm.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Psalms: The Bible’s Heartbeat” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

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ABS-4(*R) Lessons in Faith & Leadership 10

A study in the life of Joshua shows the limitless possibilities of how God will use those who believe what God says and are obedient to His instructions, especially when it means standing alone to do so!

COURSE MATERIAL:

This is a two-part module with two books and two workbooks and course exams.

OT 501 – Joshua, Lessons in Faith & Leadership

ABS-8(*R) Divine Wisdom 5



COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 609 – Proverbs

ABS-9(*R) Facing Apostasy 5

“Assembly line” Christianity is not unique to our generation, nor is the situation of an entire society being familiar with Christianity but no longer attracted to its newness!

This study will help you remain true to Christ and to God’s Truth and to help others build their faithfulness in the midst of a society whose familiarity with the idea of Christianity now breeds contempt for those who truly are God’s people.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 503 – Epistles of John & Jude

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~ CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES ~




AMD-1 Advanced Ministry Development 20

AMD-1-01 Boundaries of Authority - - - - - - - - -

AMD-1-02 Stewardship of Ministers - - - - - - - - -

AMD-1-03 Leadership of Example - - - - - - - - -

AMD-1-04 Wisdom in Ministry - - - - - - - - -

AMD-3 Church Leadership: Elders & Deacons 5

AMD-4 Evangelism – II 5

PTM-2 Spirit Led Teaching 10

PTM-2-01 Spiritual Power in Teaching - - - - - - - - -

PTM-2-02 Creative Bible Teaching - - - - - - - - -

PTM-6 The Pastor of Faith 10



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AMD-1(*R) Advanced Ministry Development 20

This 4-unit course deals with the deeper issues and challenges that confront

today’s ministry leader.

COURSE MATERIAL:


1. Boundaries of Authority

2. Stewardship of Ministers

3. Leadership of Example

4. Wisdom in Ministry


AMD-3(*R) Church Leadership - Elders and Deacons 5

This course is a concise study in the matter of congregational church

government and the role of the leaders. The student will gain a clear analysis

of key Biblical passages and the major questions that church leaders are faced

with.

COURSE MATERIAL: AVAILABLE as E-BOOK

Published textbook: “40 Questions about Elders/Deacons”

NOTE: This course has no external study guides and in lieu of a Course Exam

the student is required to submit answers to the questions contained in each

chapter of the textbook.

AMD-4(*R) Evangelism Ministry II 5


Evangelism and Outreach are NOT the means by which churches become neither:

Active in the secular community or in serving in socially correct activities!

Evangelism and Outreach are the means by which the Body of Christ, The Church of

the Lord Jesus Christ grows - - “adding such as should be saved”! While the Church

may coexist in a world of darkness, our role is to be Salt and Light in that world,

making people hungry and thirsty for righteousness and exposing the hidden things of

darkness that are keeping them in bondage to satan’s systematic dominion of sin and

setting them free for life everlasting!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Book with Exam

Strategies for Spiritual Harvest

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PTM-2(*R) Spirit-Led Teaching 10

Without the Holy Spirit, Christian teachers cannot truly teach and Christian students

cannot truly learn! The Holy Spirit guides us into all truth and imparts into us correct

understanding of the truth He teaches!

So true Christian teaching is not of man at all, but through using the human vessels, the

Holy Spirit unleashes the transforming power of Scripture imparting to us all things

necessary to live successfully!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 511 – Spiritual Power in Teaching

Part 2 = CE 703 – Creative Bible Teaching

PTM-6(*R) The Pastor of Faith 10

This is a “hands on” course to help the student accomplish two things:

1. Increase your level of personal faith

2. Impart that ability to others

This course requires the completion of a workbook covering 50 sermons on faith

and the development of 5 personally developed sermons on faith

COURSE MATERIAL:

PM 705 – Preaching on Faith

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ABS-4 Lessons in Faith & Leadership 10

ABS-9 Facing Apostasy 5

ADT-1 Divine Trinity & Christology 5

ADT-4 Eschatology 5

ADT-7 Contemporary Apologetics 5

ADT-10 The Holy Spirit of God 5

PTM-3 Practical Life Teaching 10

PTM-3-01 Teaching for Life Change - - - - - - - - -

PTM-3-02 Mentoring & Modeling - - - - - - - - -



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ABS-4(*R) Lessons in Faith & Leadership 10

A study in the life of Joshua shows the limitless possibilities of how God will use

those who believe what God says and are obedient to His instructions, especially

when it means standing alone to do so!

COURSE MATERIAL:

This is a two-part module with two books and two workbooks and course exams.


ABS-9(*R) Facing Apostasy 5

“Assembly line” Christianity is not unique to our generation, nor is the situation

of an entire society being familiar with Christianity but no longer attracted to its

newness!

This study will help you remain true to Christ and to God’s Truth and to help

others build their faithfulness in the midst of a society whose familiarity with

the idea of Christianity now breeds contempt for those who truly are God’s people.

COURSE MATERIAL:



ADT-1(*R) Divine Trinity & Christology 2 5

This 6-unit course gives the student a combined study of the place of Jesus

within the Trinity of God with the Biblical revelation of Jesus Christ the

“God-man”.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published THBI course book “Mystery of Divine Godhead” covers the

following areas of study:

1. Attributes of God

2. Learning God

3. The Tri-Unity of God

4. God, The Holy Spirit

5. Divine Harmony

6. Christology II

Course Exams are included which must be submitted for grading/review.

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ADT-4(*R) Eschatology 5

This course is a concise, systematic study of the Bible’s view of the future.

Covering several topics such as: The rapture; the second coming; the tribulation;

the resurrection; the judgments and more - - the student will acquire an in-depth

understanding of the study of end times.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Eschatology: A Futurist View” plus Course Study Guide

and/or Course Exam

ADT-7(*R) Contemporary Apologetics 5

We all must expect to be asked baffling questions by frustrated “seekers”

and contentious “disputers of this world”.

Having the answers not only will aid you in defending the Gospel, but will

establish a more firm foundation for you to live an abundant Christian life!

COURSE MATERIAL:



ADT-10(*R) The Holy Spirit of God 5

Popular Pentecostalism and fundamental evangelicalism often both stop short in their

respective understandings of the Holy Spirit.

This course goes beyond the popular teachings of the Holy Spirit and delves into ALL

that the Holy Spirit does for us - - from before a person is even born again!

COURSE MATERIAL:


TH 801 – Pneumatology: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit

PTM-3(*R) Practical Life Teaching 10

There is an enormous difference in teaching approaches: The human approach is

to acquire knowledge; the spiritual approach is to gain understanding! One is called

academic teaching and the other is practical teaching or, teaching in such a manner

that we learn for real life application of the information we acquire!

True teachers do so to effect positive life changes in the students which are done on two

levels: Classical group settings and individual mentoring or apprenticeships.

This course module deals with both styles to equip you to become the most effective

teacher you can become!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 601 – Teaching for Life Change

Part 2 = CE 602 – Mentoring and Modeling

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Under Graduate & Basic Studies

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- - - - - - - - - - - BASIC COURSES - - - - - - - - - - - Required Courses for Bachelor Degree Programs & Electives For All Degree Programs

1. BASIC BIBLE STUDIES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


BBS-1 (*R) Why We Can Trust the Bible 5 A single course study unit that answers the single question: “Why can we trust the Bible?” While this may seem simple to the long time saint, the assaults on God’s Word are increasing and amplifying with each passing year as we draw ever nearer to the day of our Lord’s return!

COURSE MATERIAL:

THBI published study book plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam






COURSE MATERIAL:




This course is designed to help you understand why we have four different accounts of the Gospel, what they are severally designed to teach, each of their peculiar characteristics, as well as their distinctive beauties.





This 3 part course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental truths of Scripture and help the student to develop the ability to recognize God’s truth through the various styles and methods of writing God chose to use in revealing Himself and His message to mankind.

COURSE MATERIAL:


4. Importance of the Inspired Scriptures 5. The Christian Life – Basic 6. The Christian Life – Advanced

NOTE: (*R) Indicates a course that is a required course in one or more degree programs

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BBS-5 (*R) Proofs of Christianity 10

This all important study of the Evidences of Christianity will help the

student establish (in his/her own mind) the claim of the Christian Faith

as the one and only Divine Religion. This importance of this course

cannot easily be overrated, or overstated.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “Many Infallible Proofs: The Evidences of Christianity”

(part of the Digital Bible Library) plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam.

BBS-6 (*R) The Bible’s Divine Inspiration 15








COURSE MATERIAL:



BBS-7 (*R) Strategic Bible Study 15

Developing a Bible Study Strategy is vital for two reasons:

3. Your personal life as a Saint in Christ - - learning and living according to God’s Word

4. Your ministry - - The ability to help others develop a foundation of God’s Word for living

in this life.

Strategic Bible Study is a three-part, intensive course module with the following courses:

4. Creative Bible Study

5. Old Testament Survey

6. New Testament Survey

COURSE MATERIAL:

Textbooks/Study Guides and Course Exams.

BBS-8 Women: A Biblical Profile 5

While holding different roles and responsibilities than the man, God’s Word is clear

that women are equally valuable and no less important in their God-given roles in

family, ministry and throughout society in general.

Understanding the role of women in the Kingdom of our Lord is vital if we are

to experience a complete and balanced life as members of the Body of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Textbook: “Women: A Biblical Profile” and Final Course Exam

Note: Textbook includes study guides.


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2. BIBLICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

COURSE ID COURSE TITLES & DESCRIPTIONS STUDY CREDITS

BCL-1 (*R) Christian Life – Forgiveness 1 5

Perhaps the greatest hindrance to spiritual success in not only the lives of God’s children but in the ministries of His leaders as well is the absence of forgiveness!

Believing falsehoods and holding on to misunderstandings of the purpose for and principles of forgiveness has kept the saints of God bound in bitterness and their fellowship with God is greatly disrupted!

This course empowers the student to truly forgive those who have offended or wounded him/her with their discovery of God’s purpose and truth in genuine forgiveness!

COURSE MATERIAL:

THBI published textbook: “Freedom of Forgiveness” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam

BCL-2 (*R) Christian Life – Forgiveness 2 5

This course is an advanced look into the principles of forgiveness. The student is guided through the real-life application of this vital area of success in life.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Forgiveness Workbook” - - This workbook is to be completed with Exam submitted for grading.

BCL-3 (*R) Foundational Marriage Ministry 10

Appropriate Scriptures and facts gleaned over years from many sources are assimilated into this 4 part course.

COURSE MATERIAL:


1. The Christian Marriage: Home & Parenting Book/Guide & Course Exam 2. Spiritual Foundations for Success in Marriage Book/Guide & Course Exam 3. The Christian Family Book/Guide & Course Exam 4. Successful Christian Marriages Book/Guide & Course Exam

BCL-4 (*R) Biblical Anthropology 10

This course covers the topics crucial to a minister’s effectiveness in leadership and spiritual guidance in the lives of those to whom he/she ministers.

Topics include: Mankind, sin, angels, demons and satan; thoroughly pursuing the Scriptural teachings on each.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Anthropology: A Biblical View” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.


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BCL-5 Applied Christian Living 10

This motivational 4-unit course is weighted in Scripture and embodies a spiritually mature approach to the vital role of the ministry of both the Church and individual Christian from the perspective of the imminent conclusion of the Church Age and the second coming of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:


1. Christian Life Elements 2. Eschatology 1 3. Eschatology 2 4. Terminal Christian Living


BCL-6 Love Relationships 10

(Previously: Advanced Marriage Ministry)

Marriage is a combination of relationships! Relationship between the spouses; relationship of each spouse with children; the relationships of spouses and the parents of each; relationships of extended family, friends, work associates most importantly the relationship between the man & wife with God!

Understanding relationships will help people choose the right partner, as well as understanding God’s design for relationships and how to enjoy rich success in each.

This 2 part course deals with vital concerns about interaction of relationships which will help the minister counsel and mentor not only couples but individuals who may struggle with the various relationships in life’s journey.

COURSE BOOKS with EXAMS:

Part 1 = CC 114P – The Five Love Languages Part 2 = CC 225P – The Gift of Forgiveness

BCL-7 Discipleship 101 10

A workbook style course designed to bring the student into the reality of being

a devoted disciple of our Lord Christ Jesus!

This course deals with the different relationships and responsibilities that are

the various facets of discipleship building real life application from each lesson.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published Workbook: “Portraits of Discipleship” by Heath Rogers

Workbook is to be completed.

Separate Final Course Exam to be completed and submitted

NOTE: (*R) Indicates a course that is a required course in one or more-degree programs

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BCL-9 (*R) Foundational Faith Development I 10

2 Part Module focusing on forming a practical foundation of practical, applied

faith in the student’s own life and developing the ability to impart this into the

lives of others.

Course Books with Exams: HARVESTIME –

Part 1 = Foundations of Faith

Part 2 = Developing a Biblical World View

BCL-10 (*R) Foundational Faith Development II 10

Bringing into the realm of practical, daily living what are all too often studies that

are only academic exercises! So often the subjects that should be the elements of

our successful and thriving spiritual realities are reduced to great sounding theories

that leave us frustrated and doubtful of ever achieving the life of power and freedom

that Christ declared were to be ours!

This course module will go a long way towards transforming these elements from

mere academic theory into daily spiritual reality, success in Christ and faith that

is productive and pleasing to God!


Part 1 = GB 222P – Bible and Prayer

Part 2 = GB 322P – Joy in Your Life

BCL-11 Kingdom Life 10

Christianity is not based on this world’s principles or according to this world’s

system - - to have a successful Christian life begins with the realization and

understanding that we are citizens of a KINGDOM - - not some sort of spiritual

democracy, bureaucracy, autocracy or any other worldly system!

In order to do this, we must be able to distinguish and understand what God is saying

with the commitment that what God says is the RULE! Proper application and success

in using our spiritual authority and being His ambassadors to this world depend on these


Part 1 = Knowing God’s Voice

Part 2 = Kingdom Living


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BCL-12 Strategic Spiritual Warfare 10

God has given us the Spirit of Power, of Love and of a Sound Mind!

We have this Spirit to experience the reality of a lifestyle of intimate fellowship

with God our Father and to prevail with excellence in times of spiritual adversity!

This two part course begins with understanding the power principles that are at

work in the lives of born again Christians and concludes with God-given strategies

for spiritual warfare, both defensive and in advancing the Kingdom of our Lord!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = Power Principles

Part 2 = Strategies for Spiritual Warfare

BCL-13 Tactical Spiritual Warfare 10

The strategies of Spiritual warfare give the grand, overall assessment of our abilities along with the role of each element God has given us to prevail in spiritual confrontations and challenges.

Tactical Spiritual Warfare brings into focus the “how to” of the weapons of our warfare and the “battle plans” that must come into play in order for us to become and remain victorious.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = GB 405P – Christian Warfare

Part 2 = GB 411P - God’s Wonderful Promises

BCL-14 Spiritual Growth & Integrity 10

Spiritual growth is far more than merely learning what the Bible says!

True spiritual growth is to base our lives on God’s Word, becoming spiritually mature, building integrity and developing the character traits of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Many ministry leaders have become failures and eventually leave the ministry of Christ altogether because they never become men/women of integrity nor develop the character of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CS 302P – Character Studies: Peter, Paul & John the Baptist

Part 2 = CC 201P – Principles of Spiritual Growth


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BCL-15 Emotional Freedom & Liberty 10

While God does not want our lives to be governed by emotions, emotions do affect our abilities to live in the joy and fullness of God’s strength.

Therefore, God gives us the means by which to stay in control of our emotions rather than our emotions controlling us and He does so by enabling us to overcome and live free from those emotional traps that would bring us into the captivity and bondages of worry, discouragement and fear.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CC 105P – Overcoming Obstacles

Part 2 = CC 112P – Winning Over Worry

BCL-16 Successful Spiritual Living I 10

God wants His children to be successful, although His definition of success is vastly different than the world’s definition.

To be truly successful, one must abandon the world’s view of success and adopt God’s perspective – not only of success but of all things pertaining to life! In addition, as ministry leaders we must be able to convey and impart to our members these same understandings!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CC 203P – Success God’s Way

Part 2 = CC 312P – God’s Strength for Life’s Journey

BCL-17 Successful Spiritual Living II 10

Successful spiritual living not only requires understanding success from God’s point of view, and it not only requires God’s strength - - but added to these things we must build Godly character and the ability to deal with adversity in such a way that it builds an ever increasingly powerful and positive life message as a witness for our Lord Christ Jesus!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 111P – Character Development

Part 2 = CC 405P – Handling Adversity


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PMD-1 Church Leadership - Elders 5

This basic course looks at Biblical Eldership from the viewpoint of the various

leadership roles of the spiritual elder. Defining the various roles/offices of the

elders, this course will provide practical insight into understanding Christian

elders and their work.

Published textbook: “Biblical Eldership: Restoring the Eldership to its

Rightful Place in the Church”

with Course Exam.

PMD-2 (*R) Basic Church Leadership 5





leadership and guidance. Digital Textbook: “The Good Book on Leadership” (Addition

to Digital Library)

Course Exam

PMD-3 Praise & Worship Leadership in the Church 5

What makes a good Praise and Worship Leader? What does a Pastor need from

the person in this position? This course aims at providing a measuring stick for

the leader you want to become!

This study considers three keys of truth necessary in leading worship: Obedience,

Maturity and Relationships.

Published Textbook: “The Effective Praise & Worship Leader – Eight Keys to

Leading Others” plus Course Exam Book.

PMD-4 (*R) Basic Ministerial Development 10



This 4 part course establishes God’s Word and the Holy Spirit as THE leading


COURSE MATERIAL:



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PMD-5 Understanding Ecclesiology 10

What is the Church? It is the Body of Christ made up of the “called out”.

Designed to develop a basic understanding of the Church of Jesus Christ in the earth, this course covers the basic topics of: The nature of the Church; the relation of the Church to Israel; the origin and membership of the Church; the attributes of the Church; Church standards; Church discipline and authority and more.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Ecclesiology: Christ’s Treasure on Earth” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

PMD-6 Biblical Teaching 10

To teach is to impart knowledge and understanding from the instructor to the student. Biblical or Spiritual Teaching is the instructor to impart understanding of Truth to the student.

Spiritual, Biblical teaching is not accomplished by human means alone but rather by the anointing of the Holy Spirit Who imparts the knowledge of Jesus through the human instructor to the student seeking to learn of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 201P – Spiritual Power in Teaching

Part 2 = CE 321P – Christ the Teacher

PMD-7 (*R) Evangelism Ministry I 10

Ministry Leaders are NOT to be “aquarium keepers”! Jesus our Lord called us to be “fishers of men”, “laborers in the harvest” and as ministry leaders that means that WE ARE TO LEAD IN OUTREACH AND SOUL WINNING!

We cannot make disciples if we do not first win souls, and we cannot win souls if we are not committed to doing so!

Evangelism should become a “self-rising” ministry of the local Church but to do so means that first we capture the vision, mission and methods of effectively bringing souls into the Kingdom of Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:





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PMD-8 (*R) General Ministry Leadership 10

Ministry is the work of every born again church member! Leadership is setting

the direction and providing the examples that enable the church members to do

the work of the ministry!

Whether you are a Pastor or a para-church ministry leader, your position requires

you to be the spiritual pace setter and compass for the members following your lead!

This course lays the foundation of general leadership and is a must for those who are

serious about hearing our Lord

declare: “Well done thou good and faithful servant”!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 111P – Following God’s Will

Part 2 = PM 121P – Biblical Leadership

PMD-9 Pastoral Leadership 10

Pastors have to be prepared to minister in many different capacities as well as

providing leadership in those and many other capacities!

Biblical Pastoring is not what we have come to expect and yet the contemporary

Pastor must fill, at least in part, those expectations that have become traditional

or “religious” while leading the congregation members into a more Biblically

correct ministry focus.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 401P – Pastoral Leadership I

Part 2 = PM 401P – Pastoral Leadership II

PMD-10 Basic Marriage Mentoring 10

Marriages only succeed when based on the foundation of Christ and the Truth of

God’s Word. Likewise, a successful marriage ministry must be based on God’s Truth.

The role of the marriage minister, whether in mentoring new marriages or counseling

to heal broken marriages is to bring the couple into agreement with God’s Word as

well as with one another about establishing a marriage by God’s design.

This course provides the basic understanding for the minister to introduce God’s

principles for the life-long success of marriage.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CC 411P – The Biblical Family

Part 2 = CC 322P – Marriage Counseling


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PMD-12 Sermons & Messages 10

Regardless our place of ministry leadership, delivering messages, lessons and/or sermons are a vital part of our work meaning that the responsibility is a serious one.

We are responsible to deliver the message of the “why” that is behind the experiences of “what” works we do or the experiences people have. In other words, our sermons, messages and lessons must explain from God’s perspective what and why the realities of people’s lives - - and how their lives can be transformed to become the realities of God’s love and power in action on a deeply personal and intimate level!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 221P – Sermon Preparation

Part 2 = PM 411P – Expository Preaching

PMD-13 Spiritual Pastoral Counseling 10

This course module is limited to Pastoral and Christian Ministry Degree Programs.

Your role as pastoral counselor is not to give others all the answers, nor is it for them to become dependent upon your for deciding what to do - - rather it is to guide them to see and hear for themselves what God says they should do and then encourage them to be obedient to God’s directives!

Pastoral counseling is not trying to decide what you think is best - - but following the leadership of the Holy Spirit, being enabled by Him to discern situations and respond with what God says is right, encouraging the counselee to follow God’s directives.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 303P – Power for God’s Word

Part 2 = PM 302P - Mastering Pastoral Counseling

PMD-14 Dealing With Death 10

Two types of ministry are presented here.

1. Bereavement ministry - condoling the loved ones of the deceased.

Death happens and when it does, grief and bereavement most often must be dealt with in the lives of those still alive, even those who are born again and whose deceased loved ones were born again.

2. Suicide – both the contemplation and committing of self-murder.

Both are encountered along the way in our works of ministry, regardless of our ministry assignment as pastor, evangelist, teachers, whatever our leadership role, we must be prepared to deal with and minister in the face of or aftermath of death.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CC 311P – Counseling the Bereaved

Part 2 = CC 402P – Biblical View of Suicide


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CMO-1 Foundational Missions Development 10

Whether local, national or foreign missions, to be fruitful and productive in the

growth of the Body of Christ there must be a foundational understanding of the

role and function of mission work in the outreach of the Church.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = EM 311P – Biblical Basis of Missions

Part 2 = EM 312P – Church Missions Program

CMO-2 Strategic Missionary Ministry 10

For missions to succeed and be fruitful, the correct strategies must be put in place

with the proper goals and results in mind.

Missions work must be more than for the mere sake of doing what is traditionally

expected and be focused on reaching into the communities with the Gospel of our

Lord Jesus Christ in order to win the lost, establish local congregations of saints that

serve as discipleship training centers.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = EM 408 P – Practical Missionary Strategies

Part 2 = EM 411P – Discipleship Training

CMO-3 Practical Aspects of Missions 10

First looking at world missions from a third world perspective to gain understanding

of what the challenges truly are in the world today.

Second, developing practical guidelines for raising the support needed to establish and

continue the missions ministry in the field of harvest.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = EM 315 – Revolution in World Missions

Part 2 = EM 401P – Raising Support


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BDT-1 (*R) Full Gospel Fundamentals 15

While many “Fundamental Gospel” courses are the compilation of a particular denominational or sectarian viewpoint that offers a favored slant on the Gospel presentation and ministry, this course aims to avoid the barriers of any denominational group and help the student develop a “complete or whole Gospel” presentation and ministry.

This 3 part course, no denominational viewpoints are addressed only the spiritual concerns of mankind from the singular perspective of Scripture - - thus this course supports the viewpoint of any Biblical denominational point of view.

COURSE MATERIAL:


4. Introducing Full Gospel Principles 5. Life in the Holy Spirit 6. Full Gospel Biblical Prophecy in Christ


BDT-2 Christology – 1 5

This detailed course in the study of Christ includes 100 topics or areas designed to give the student a comprehensive understanding of Christ Jesus our Lord: The Man and our Priest & Eternal King.

COURSE MATERIAL:

• THBI published “My Jesus Book – A Special Study of Christ Jesus” • Course Exam

BDT-3 The Godhead 5

Three persons in one; the Deity of Christ; the work of the Holy Spirit; the indwelling - - these subjects that Christians commonly wrestle to understand are a few of the topics dealt with in this Bible study of the Godhead.

COURSE MATERIAL:

• Textbook: “Studying the Godhead” by Frank Jamerson • Course Exam


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BDT-4 (*R) Introduction to Theology 10

Theology is most simply the knowledge of God – which makes this an essential area of understanding to both ministry leader and the life and health of the Church!

While theology is alien and thus avoided by many, this course will break through the “academic” barriers of “scholastic” theology and bring the student to a level of personal confidence in this area of edification.

Aware or not, every Believer is a theologian! Thus, this course is essential to every student serious on gaining the ability to individually yet correctly pursue his/her own study of God!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Who Needs Theology?” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

BDT-5 (*R) Bible Doctrines 20

This course is designed to present to the student the foundational doctrines of Christianity.

This intensive course studies the doctrines from the standpoint of Biblical rather than Dogmatic/Denominational theology. This is evident from the plan which is followed in the work, namely: To gather together all the Scripture passages dealing with the subject under consideration, and from them choose a required number that may be called representative; then seek to understand the meaning of these references by the study of the text itself in its context and parallel passages; and finally, from the selected proof-texts, formulate the doctrinal teaching, placing such results under appropriate headings.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Digital textbook: “The Great Doctrines of the Bible” (part of the Bible Explorer Library) plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

BDT-6 Christian Doctrine Foundations 10

The Bible is composed of two crucial ingredients: Words and Doctrine.

This course builds the foundation needed for more than an adequate comprehension of God’s Word to us, this course is designed to establish understanding and thereby solid and sure practical application in everyday life of the message of God’s Word!

Beginning with key words, properly understood and applied and continuing on with basic doctrines that will guide our daily lives, this course is a must for every serious student desiring to build their lives on the message of God!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = GB 202P – Key Words of the Christian Life

Part 2 = GB 101P – Basic Bible Doctrine


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BDT-7 (*R) Soteriology (The Study of the Doctrine of Salvation) 10

What is salvation? The most fundamental of the Christian doctrines and yet many lack the foundational understanding of the elements of Salvation in Christ Jesus.

This course studies the topics of: Repentance; faith; regeneration; justification; sanctification; adoption; assurance; union with Christ; abiding grace; means of grace.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Soteriology: Good News in Review” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

BDT-8 First Principles of Christianity 5

13 lessons in fundamental understanding the beliefs and practices of non-denominational Christianity, this course will take you from gaining general information about the Bible, through the New Testament Church and concluding with a practical understanding about prayer.

This is an intensive Bible Study Course and is highly recommended for all Christians!

COURSE MATERIAL:

• Basic Bible Doctrine – Book 1 by Robert Harkrider • Course Exam


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6. GENERAL INTEREST STUDIES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “General Interest Studies” courses are for use as elective credits and may be used to meet credit

requirements in both undergraduate and graduate degree program students.


GIS-1 Bible Times & Customs 5

Correctly understanding the Bible accounts and lessons are greatly based on having

a correct understanding of the customs and events surrounding the Biblical accounts.

Bible Times & Customs deals with such concerns as: Education of youth; professions &

trades; customs of marriage and property; and more.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Book and Exam

GB 301P – Bible Times & Customs

GIS-2 Spiritual Living & Rewards 5

The New Testament tells us that we will be judged with rewards given based on those

Eternal Judgments.

We are also instructed that we face current life judgments and the results of those Divine

judgments are either rewards (blessings) or chastisement (correction). This course deals

with living a spiritual life and the present day and everlasting rewards or consequences we

shall experience based on our life conduct.

COURSE MATERIAL:


GB 205P – Present Labor & Future Rewards

GIS-3 Spiritual Leadership 5

This is a “must take” course if you are at all concerned about your role as a

Spiritual Leader, a role you have if you are a member of the Body of Christ!

This course will better equip you with resources and insights to help you fulfill the

various roles you may hold in the local church!

COURSE MATERIAL:


CM 101P – Spiritual Leadership

GIS-4 Bible and Science 5

This study covers the harmony between science and the Bible as well as confronting

the problems with the theory of evolution; the validity of the flood, Biblical archaeology

and scientific insights into prophecy.

COURSE MATERIAL:


SC 208P – Bible and Science


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GIS-5 False Evolution 5

Evolution and Biblical Creationism cannot be reconciled and are mutually

exclusive of each other.

Taking a look at certain “fatal flaws” in the “proof structure” of the theory of

evolution, this course is an essential resource that will help you as a Christian Leader

intelligently answer the claims of evolution.

COURSE MATERIAL:


SC 211P – The Collapse of Evolution

GIS-6 Foundation of Our Faith: Creation or Evolution 5

The very foundations of our faith depend on the literal truth of the first three

chapters of Genesis: If these are not true, then all of Scripture comes into question!

Since our faith comes by hearing the Word of God, if the Word of God comes into

question and doubt, our faith is weak and faulty - - but if the Word of God is sure,

then our faith is secure and our confidence unshakable in all that God says!

COURSE MATERIAL:


SC 408P – The Battle for the Beginning

GIS-7 Revivals: A Historical Perspective 5

This course is a classic examination of some of history’s greatest revivals, taking a

look at the countless men and women who have come into a personal relationship

with our Lord Jesus Christ both in America and abroad.

Also considering the possibilities of modern day revivals and the part YOU may

play in the course of brining the lost into salvation trough faith in Christ Jesus as Lord!

COURSE MATERIAL:


SS 361P – History of Revivals

GIS-8 God’s Role in American History 5

A “must take” course enabling you to give informed answers to those who ask about,

or challenge the role of God in the history of America …

This course offers proof that our American Heritage is Christian and not a melting pot

of the world’s religions!

COURSE MATERIAL:


SS 351P – God in American History


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GIS-9 Bible Prophecy and America 5

Some of the hottest questions regarding the role and place of the United States in

the prophetic events now (and soon to be) unfolding in the world!

COURSE MATERIAL:


GB 403P – America in Bible Prophecy

GIS-10 Giants of Christian Faith 5

Gutters, the “Gold Coast”, Sunday School classes, skid rows; these are but a few of the diverse settings from which many came to have faith in Christ Jesus as Lord - - and then became giants of the faith!

Called in and from their hour of deepest conviction of sin to eventually become the great preachers of God’s Truth and Love to millions of souls around the world; these are the examples of ordinary people whom God used for extraordinary accomplishments. These are examples of what God can do in your life if you will but yield to His plan and purpose for you!

COURSE MATERIAL:


SS 415P – Biographies of Christians


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requirements in both undergraduate and graduate degree program students


GBS-1 Book of Ruth 5

Showing us the role of a “kinsman-redeemer”, the book of Ruth gives us a fuller appreciation of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 203P – Book of Ruth

GBS-2 Book of Nehemiah 5

Nehemiah’s leadership serves as a Biblical primer to anyone aspiring to places of leadership.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 205P – Book of Nehemiah

GBS-3 Psalms 23 5

A much appreciated course that will unfold the student’s understanding of this Psalm as never before. Explaining David’s illustrations that relate spiritual truth - - in a way that modern urban dwellers will understand and appreciate.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 314P – Psalm 23

GBS-4 Proverbs 5

During this study you will gain the tools of interpretation needed to dig out the spiritual treasures of God’s wisdom found in this “always relevant” book.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 315P - Proverbs

GBS-5 Minor Prophets 5

You will see how God uses the very situations of these 12 men as living messages

that confirm the Word delivered by their mouths.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 431P – Minor Prophets


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GBS-6 Gospel of Mark 5

A remarkable account of Christ by a man who was, among all the Gospel writers,

most ordinary and common. An account of the Gospel for common men today.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 131P – Gospel of Mark

GBS-7 Christ’s Words from the Cross 5

The seven sayings Christ spoke while on the cross.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 205P – Christ’s Words from the Cross

GBS-8 Revelation 5

This course is from a pre-tribulation/pre-millennial viewpoint, studying the rapture, great

tribulation, millennium, Great White Throne Judgment, and the new heaven and new earth.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 221P - Revelation

GBS-9 Colossians 5

Through this study the student will gain a greater understanding of what

Scripture means in saying: “Christ in you the hope of glory”.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 316P - Colossians

GBS-10 Book of Philippians 5

Learning to see Christ as our life, our mind, our goal and our strength.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 401P – Book of Philippians

GBS-11 Seven Churches of Revelation 5

More than just the historical significance, this study reveals the revival messages

from God to the seven churches.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 402P – Seven Churches of Revelation

GBS-12 1 & 2 Thessalonians 5

Discover the prophetical and practical lessons which are relevant to our ministries

to the churches in a dynamic way today.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 406P – 1 & 2 Thessalonians

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Required & Elective Course Selections for Masters & Doctoral Degree Programs

The courses offered in the “Advanced Courses” section of the course catalog are courses that are either

required course selections for particular degree programs or elective courses to be selected to complete the

required course credit requirements for a student’s degree program.

➢ Students who are enrolled for Bachelor degree programs may not select any course listed in the

Advanced Courses section.

Students who are enrolled in a complete graduate degree program such as “Complete Master’s Degree” or

“Complete Doctoral Degree” may not select any Advanced Course until they have earned the Bachelor’s

Degree portion of their complete graduate degree program of studies. Upon being advanced to the Master’s

Degree level of studies, they may then select courses from the “Advanced Courses” section.

➢ Conversely, graduate degree students may select elective courses from Basic or Advanced level

courses.

1. ADVANCED BIBLE STUDIES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


ABS-1 (*R) The Old Testament – Historical Books 10

This course is designed to impart understanding about the 12 historical books of the Old Testament from Joshua through Esther.

Each book is introduced and examined with discussion of special aspects of the Biblical text and difficult passages explained. Also addressed are the connections between these books and the prophets along with the archaeological findings and historical records that are related to relevant Biblical passages.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Historical Books” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam

ABS-2 (*R) The Old Testament – The Pentateuch 10

This course gives the student a comprehensive look at each of the first five books of the Bible. Beginning with an introduction to the Pentateuch as a whole then introducing each book individually followed by many extensive, verse by verse commentaries, on each of the first five books.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Pentateuch” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam


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ABS-3 (*R) The Old Testament – The Psalms 10

This course provides the student with extraordinary insights into the book of the Bible that often is said to express the heart of God!

The first part of the course discusses the approaches to the study of the Psalms with the remainder of the course being a verse by verse expository plus commentary on each Psalm.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Psalms: The Bible’s Heartbeat” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

ABS-4 (*R) Lessons in Faith & Leadership 10

A study in the life of Joshua shows the limitless possibilities of how God will use those who believe what God says and are obedient to His instructions, especially when it means standing alone to do so!

COURSE MATERIAL:

This is a two-part module with two books and two workbooks.


ABS-5 (*R) Being a Transformer 5

Vital lessons in building godly character in the midst of life’s difficulties through daily discipline in order to overcome the “world”.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 503 – Book of Daniel

ABS-6 (*R) Redemption, Providence & Protection 5

Discover the depths of the redemption in Christ Jesus through the study of Ruth’s Kinsman-redeemer, Boaz. And in Christ we learn of His unending provision and protection, even in the times that His presence is not evident through a study of Esther.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 605 – Ruth & Esther

ABS-7 (*R) Spiritual Balance 5

Learning to function in the realm of God’s timing, understanding God’s patience and dealing with issues of “fairness” in life are all issues that are concerned with strengthening our faith and enabling us to minister to others dealing with the sometimes devastating situations that can hit people.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 607 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon


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ABS-8 (*R) Divine Wisdom 5



COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 609 - Proverbs

ABS-9 (*R) Facing Apostasy 5

“Assembly line” Christianity is not unique to our generation, nor is the situation of an entire society being familiar with Christianity but no longer attracted to its newness!

This study will help you remain true to Christ and to God’s Truth and to help others build their faithfulness in the midst of a society whose familiarity with the idea of Christianity now breeds contempt for those who truly are God’s people.

COURSE MATERIAL:



ABS-10 (*R) Preeminent & All Sufficient Christ 5

Success in living as God’s sons and daughters in this present world depends in large part on our ability to live in the reality of Christ being our life, our goal and our strength and choosing Him as preeminent in all the concerns of our lives.

Your success as a ministry leader will depend on how effectively you exemplify this reality and are able to impart the necessary understanding about these things into the lives of those you are leading.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 605 – Philippians & Colossians

ABS-11 Pastoral Studies 5

Faithfulness is the one overriding element required to be a truly successful ministry leader - - faithfulness to God personally and faithful to meet the needs of God’s people for which you share responsibility.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 607 – Pastoral Epistles


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ABS-12 (*R) Christ of the End Times 5

What does Scripture really say about “end time” events?

We must understand the “end times”: Of the Church Age, of nationality, of individuality, of this present world system and ultimately of this planet as we know it today.


NT 611 – Book of Revelation

ABS-13 (*R) Survey of Paul the Apostle 5

Gain the full perspective of this great man of God against the conditions of his day and the fullness of his ministry.



NT 621 – Life of Paul


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2. APPLIED MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


AMD-1 (*R) Advanced Ministry Development 20

This 4 part course deals with the deeper issues and challenges that confront ministry

leader.

COURSE MATERIAL:


1. Boundaries of Authority

2. Stewardship of Ministers

3. Leadership of Example

4. Wisdom in Ministry


AMD-2 (*R) Developing Christ’s Character as Leaders 5

Ministry leadership is, in great part, helping other saints become more like

Christ in the face of contemporary social issues, challenges and pressures.

This course helps the student bring into focus the fact that our lives reflect what is

at the center of our lives - - and how to develop the character of Christ to be that center.

COURSE MATERIAL: OUT OF PRINT – AVAILABLE AS EBOOK

Published textbook: “Reflect His Character” plus Course Study Guide and/or

Course Exam

AMD-3 (*R) Church Leadership - Elders and Deacons 5

This course is a concise study in the matter of congregational church government

and the role of the leaders. The student will gain a clear analysis of key Biblical

passages and the major questions that church leaders are faced with.

COURSE MATERIAL: AVAILABLE - EBOOK

Published textbook: “40 Questions about Elders/Deacons”

NOTE: This course has no external study guides and in lieu of a Course Exam the student is

required to submit answers to the questions contained in each chapter of the textbook.

AMD-4 (*R) Evangelism Ministry II 5


Evangelism and Outreach are NOT means by which churches neither become active

in the secular community nor serving in socially correct activities!

Evangelism and Outreach are the means by which the Body of Christ, The Church of

the Lord Jesus Christ grows - - “adding such as should be saved”! While the Church

may coexist in a world of darkness, our role is to be Salt and Light in that world, making

people hungry and thirsty for righteousness and exposing the hidden things of darkness

that are keeping them in bondage to satan’s systematic dominion of sin and setting them

free for life everlasting!

COURSE MATERIAL:

Course Book with Exam: Strategies for Spiritual Harvest


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AMD-5 (*R) Ministry Stewardship 10

Ministry involves stewardship, or in today’s vernacular, management.

We must manage the assets and resources God has provided in order to successfully accomplish what God has asked us to do!

While many do not understand this, in reality success depends on correctly and faithfully managing the various aspects of the ministry to which we are called - - which is what this course module deals with, having the goal of enabling you to excel in ministry through faithful stewardship of ministry elements.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = Biblical Management Principles

Part 2 = Management by Objectives

AMD-6 Mobilizing God’s People 5

The world’s system of mobilizing people is to manipulate people and/or circumstances in order to accomplish some humanistic agenda.

God’s way of mobilizing His people is through motivation - - motivating them to accomplish His purposes and plans which are always focused on what is in our best interests!

As ministry leaders, we must “un-learn” the ways of worldly manipulation and become well developed in God’s ways of motivating His people to accomplish His will!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Mobilizing Methodologies

AMD-7 Personal Evangelism 5

More important than any pulpit ministry, personal soul winning works are the core of fulfilling Christ’s great commission to His Church - - making disciples of all nations.

Discipleship begins with winning a soul to salvation in Christ the next most important role of a Christian is to be able to teach others how to effectively work in the harvest of souls.

COURSE MATERIAL:


EM 601 – The Soul Winner

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3. PASTORAL & TEACHING MINISTRY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


PTM-1 (*R) Christian Educational Perspectives 5

The world’s approach and the Biblical approach to education are truly at opposite ends of the spectrum and are diametrically opposed to each other!

Genuine Christian education is to present every topic and subject of study from the Creator’s point of view - - to learn God’s perspective for life application!

To be an effective Christian Teacher, you must avoid trying to reconcile the world’s system to God’s Word and instead replace the world’s system with God’s standards!

COURSE MATERIAL:


CE 501 – Christian Approach to Education

PTM-2 (*R) Spirit Led Teaching 10

Without the Holy Spirit, Christian teachers cannot truly teach and Christian students cannot truly learn! The Holy Spirit guides us into all truth and imparts into us correct understanding of the truth He teaches!

So true Christian teaching is not of man at all, but through using the human vessels, the Holy Spirit unleashes the transforming power of Scripture imparting to us all things necessary to live successfully!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 511 – Spiritual Power in Teaching

Part 2 = CE 703 – Creative Bible Teaching

PTM-3 (*R) Practical Life Teaching 10

There is an enormous difference in teaching approaches: The human approach is to acquire knowledge; the spiritual approach is to gain understanding! One is called academic teaching and the other is practical teaching or, teaching in such a manner that we learn for real life application of the information we acquire!

True teachers do so to effect positive life changes in the students which are done on two levels: Classical group settings and individual mentoring or apprenticeships.

This course module deals with both styles to equip you to become the most effective teacher you can become!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = CE 601 – Teaching for Life Change

Part 2 = CE 602 – Mentoring and Modeling


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PTM-4 (*R) Effective Pastoral Leadership 10

The most confident of spiritual leaders are those who know that they are following the example of Christ and the Apostles.

Confident leadership does not come from “positive self image” development but in developing in Christ likeness on every level of life with the assurance that our lives and ministries are in HIS hands not our!

This two part course module will build your confidence as a leader through encouragement and proper development in following the example of Christ!

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 611 – Confident Pastoral Leadership

Part 2 = PM 625 – Servant Leadership

PTM-5 (*R) Practical Pastoring 10

You can be an academic pastor – preaching and teaching those things that

“sound good” and are popular in a group setting … or you can be a Pastor

that makes a difference in the lives of the church members!

Practical pastoring is to impart that which is already in practice in your own life!

Life without power is not practical at all and so the practical pastor will be intent

on leading others to receive and experience life in the reality of God’s power over

the sin of the flesh and the attacks from the devil in order to live in personal victory.

COURSE MATERIAL:


Part 1 = PM 703 – The Effective Pastor // Part 2 = PM 801 – Power Filled Living

PTM-6 (*R) The Pastor of Faith 10

This is a “hands on” course to help the student accomplish two things:

1. Increase your level of personal faith

2. Impart that ability to others

This course requires the completion of a workbook covering 50 sermons on faith

and the development of 5 personally developed sermons on faith

COURSE MATERIAL:

PM 705 – Preaching on Faith

PTM-7 (*R) Scripture Based Counseling 5

This course is a clarion call to God’s people to turn from humanistic methods of

attempting to heal men’s souls and for God’s people to RETURN to the Great

Physician for the one true cure for the broken soul of a person!

Practical foundational principles of Scripture are emphasized throughout this course.

COURSE MATERIAL:


CC 512 – Counseling from Scripture


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PTM-8 (*R) Youth Soul Care 5

Counseling youth is more than listening to their troubles with a sympathetic ear then

concluding sessions with prayer!

The youth counselor must know how to give Scriptural answers to the problems faced

by the teenagers and to do so in a way that works for their lives! You must pour Biblical

truth into their situations in order to help them experience healing change from Christ!

COURSE MATERIAL:


CC 601 – Counseling Youth

PTM-9 (*R) Counseling with Biblical Principles 5

Family is the oldest institution known to man and one that was designed and established by the Creator of man!

To minister to the bruised or broken family in a healing manner requires that the One with the remedy be brought in to meet the need - - and Christ is the One!

This course teaches the timeless principles to a good marriage, successful parenting and God’s answers to many of the problems plaguing today’s families.

COURSE MATERIAL:


CC 615 – Family Counseling Resources

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4. ADVANCED DOCTRINE & THEOLOGY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


ADT-1 (*R) Divine Trinity & Christology 2 5

This 6-unit course gives the student a combined study of the place of Jesus within the Trinity of God with the Biblical revelation of Jesus Christ the “God-man”.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published THBI course book “Mystery of Divine Godhead” covers the following areas of study:

7. Attributes of God 8. Learning God 9. The Tri-Unity of God 10. God, The Holy Spirit 11. Divine Harmony 12. Christology II

Course Exams are included which must be submitted for grading/review.

ADT-2 (*R) The Four Gospels – A Comprehensive Study 10

This course is structured on the basis of the LIFE OF CHRIST arranged according to chronological harmony through the four Gospels. The unique contribution of each Gospel is brought into view with the aim of giving the student understanding of the consistency of the presentation of Christ contained in the combined Gospel account of our Lord.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Four Gospels” plus Course Study Guide and/or Course Exam.

ADT-3 (*R) Theology Proper 15

This course has 3 divisions: The One True God; Biblical Faith and Evidence

& Truth.

The student will gain a highly developed, personal theological thought that will

prove valuable in his/her leadership in the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ to

His Church and in reaching the unsaved with a solid, powerful foundation of


COURSE MATERIAL:




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ADT-4 (*R) Eschatology 5

This course is a concise, systematic study of the Bible’s view of the future.

Covering several topics such as: The rapture; the second coming; the tribulation;

the resurrection; the judgments and more - - the student will acquire an in-depth

understanding of the study of end times.

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “Eschatology: A Futurist View” plus Course Study Guide / Exam

ADT-5 (*R) THE NATURE OF GOD 5

This course will build a deeper and practical understanding of the nature of

our Heavenly Father - - the way God is and why God does what God does!

While this is an elective study, it is a must for a life of intimate fellowship with

God as our Father! What better basis for intimacy than understanding and what

is more needed in the Body of Christ in this generation than for God’s children to

live in the reality that God is our Father Who intimately cares for His children?

COURSE MATERIAL:

Published textbook: “The Nature of God” by Don Hastings & Marc Gibson

Each chapter has a chapter exam to use as a study guide. Course concludes with

a Final Course Exam to be completed & submitted for grading.

ADT-6 (*R) Christian Doctrinal Theology 5

Because of its wide spectrum of conservative Biblical doctrine this course

is a “must” for every student who intends to teach or preach the Gospel.

Easy to read, systematically dispensed and comprehensively covered.



TH 511 – Doctrinal Theology, “Assess, Advance, Apply”

ADT-7 (*R) Contemporary Apologetics 5

We all must expect to be asked baffling questions by frustrated “seekers” and contentious “disputers of this world”.

Having the answers not only will aid you in defending the Gospel, but will establish a more firm foundation for you to live an abundant Christian life!

COURSE MATERIAL:



ADT-8 Kingdom Living 5

The same power that was unleashed at the resurrection of Jesus Christ is available to every born again person alive today!

We not only have that power residing within us but we have been given the authority to exercise that power in every way that glorifies our Heavenly Father!

COURSE MATERIAL:


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ADT-9 Angels in Life & Ministry 5

The true aim of the study of angels must be to draw the student closer to God in his/her life.

This course is a Biblically conservative study of the doctrine of angels and will guide the student into a more secure understanding and life experience of God’s angels at work in our behalf.

COURSE MATERIAL:


TH 701 – Angelology: The Doctrine of Angels

ADT-10 (*R) The Holy Spirit of God 5

Popular Pentecostalism and fundamental evangelicalism often both stop short in their respective understandings of the Holy Spirit.

This course goes beyond the popular teachings of the Holy Spirit and delves into ALL that the Holy Spirit does for us - - from before a person is even born again!

COURSE MATERIAL:


TH 801 – Pneumatology: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit


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5. ADVANCED GENERAL STUDIES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


AGS-1 A Man After God’s Own Heart 5

Learn why David holds a special place in God’s Kingdom - - in spite of his many faults, flaws and failures!

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 701 – Life of David

AGS-2 Beginnings 5

Learn how each of the “beginnings” that are revealed in Genesis are then manifested throughout the rest of Scripture.

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 703 - Genesis

AGS-3 Bible Celebrities 5

Celebrities in God’s eyes are those people throughout the Bible who insisted on doing what God wanted, even when doing so put their lives and family’s lives in great peril - - and for some that peril was brought to pass!

COURSE MATERIAL:


OT 801 Old Testament Bible People

AGS-4 (*R) Maturing in Faith 5

The study of Hebrews is to take in spiritual meat, food that will help us move from being weak in the faith to faith that is ever increasing in strength.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 703 – Book of Hebrews

AGS-5 (*R) The Key to Success 5

The study of Romans can give the key to understanding the rest of Scripture as well as the key to a successful Christian life.

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 801 – Book of Romans


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AGS-6 Key People in the New Testament 5

Learn about not only the well-known people of Christ, but many who are not so well known by today’s students - - how their lives were changed by faith in Christ and the changes God wrought through their lives as His people!

COURSE MATERIAL:


NT 805 – New Testament Bible Characters

AGS-7 The Scriptural Foundation of Contemporary Science 5

Addressing the disciplines of astronomy, biology, chemistry, physics and geology, this course presents clear evidences that their very existences stem from the Bible and creation!

COURSE MATERIAL:


SC 701 – Biblical Basis of Modern Science

AGS-8 Bench-warmers Beware! 5

Where do you stand in the debate of the spiritual condition of our nation? Is it time for Christians to “re-take the reins of government?” Do born again people have any business dealing with the politics of our society?

Does God care about the political party in control? We no longer have the luxury of standing aloof of the issues - - as now the issues are becoming the very arsenals of persecution against us!

COURSE MATERIAL:


HS 601 – America: Christian or Not?


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