A basic study of the preparation and delivery of sermons that includes the foundational elements of sermon structure, development, and effective delivery. The techniques and styles of pulpit exhortation are studied. The student is given preaching opportunities that increase his ability to deliver messages to an audience. This course presents historic principles and practices of Baptist churches noting the nature of the church, its membership, ministry, officers, ordinances, worship, witness, and discipline. A brief history of the Baptists is included in this overview of how Baptist churches are governed.
Students prepare a personal doctrinal statement.
This course presents a study of the Biblical methods for evangelizing through the local church. A study in the methods of managing a growing staff and coordinating expanding programs in the local church. A look at the relationship of the church with the Christian day school and other ministries within the church. PT 500 or homiletics on undergraduate level. This course provides insight for today's preachers who want their sermons to relate to everyday life.