Menu A survey of the history of missions from apostolic times correlated with a study of New Testament missionary principles and practices. A study and evaluation of the major theories of goodness, obligation, and motive with the development of a consistent Christian theory of value and obligation. An introduction to religious cults which claim to be Christian. In order that the student may be equipped by knowing their errors, to defend the truth, and to help others who may become or already are ensnared in the cults. Course Menu Practice of the skills necessary to the preparation and delivery of sermons of the topical, textual and expository modes is gained with a study of the theory involved.
Students gain practical experience in speaking situations.
A study of the development, methods and problems of Christian missions since World War II with an emphasis on methods of missions which are Biblical. A study of the basis for and the nature of the evidences for Christianity. Emphasis is placed on the idea of Biblical revelation and its use in the defense and confirmation of the Gospel. An introduction to some of the Problems which are faced by Pastors, and how these problems should be handled. The overall responsibilities of Pastoring a church will be considered.