A survey of the representative approaches to Christian apologetics. Classical methodologies are studied along with an evaluation of contemporary approaches. A consideration of the Book of Psalms as an expression of the living faith of Israel. An analysis of developmental theories from birth through adulthood with application to Christian education. A basic course to develop strategies and methods for church planting.
Attention is given to understanding the strategies of church planting, as well as the methods.
We will invite some practitioners to share how they developed strategies in church planting, and the methods they used. The professor teaches this course working from the hypothesis that James wrote this letter to persecuted Jewish Christians scattered outside of Palestine who are still part of the synagogue community. A survey of the principles and administrative approaches of the educational ministry of the church. In completing this course, the student will demonstrate understanding of the basic education programs of a church. Copyright 2000, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.