An evaluation of the writing skills of the adult learner through an examination of their career and spiritual development. Focus will be on seeing God as active in all parts of one's life. Emphasis will also be placed on library usage, computer skills and research methods. This module introduces the adult learners to the required practicum by examining the requirements for full credit and helping them choose the practicum environment which will best suit their ministry needs. A study of the principles of biblical study with a focus on understanding vairous theories of interpretation.
Attention is given to properly interpreting and applying biblical texts.
This general survey of the history of the Bible, from Genesis to Malachi, is designed to acquaint adult learners both with the historical chronology and such themes as God, humanity, relationship problems between God and humanity, ethics and worship. This course surveys the gospel accounts of the life of Christ to introduce learners to both historical and thematic content of the gospels from which practical applications can be drawn. An introduction to ministry which employs a variety of self-discovery instruments to help the adult learner understand the nature of ministry informed by his or her personal preferences and aptitudes. Focus will be on discovering one's leadership and ministry style. Theories and philosophies of Christian Counseling in such areas as communications, alcoholism, marriage counseling, individual counseling and helping the emotionally disturbed will be studied.