TH 221: Theology of Evangelism
A survey of the principles, content, method, and materials for directing the spiritual growth of new converts and preparing them for leadership. Emphasis is given to skill building and to program development within the local church. (2 credit hours.)
TH 232: Theology & Practice of Prayer
The Theology and Practice of Prayer is intended to be a practical survey of prayer in the Scriptures, the teaching of Christ on the subject, the people throughout history who prayed with passion, and how we can become more effective in the practice of prayer. A Biblical foundation for prayer will be advanced, and the mechanics, tools, and difficulties of personal and corporate prayer will be discussed. The global impact of prayer will also be investigated, as will what is necessary for effective leadership in prayer mobilization. (2 credit hours.)
DS 251: Children’s Discipleship
An introduction to some of the basic principles of child psychology as it relates to their education and the means and methods of evangelizing and discipling children. (2 credit hours.)
DS 282: Principles & Methods of Spiritual Formation
This course focuses on basic teaching principles and basic instructional methods with the aim of creating an effective lesson plan, and explores and incorporates the teaching methods of Jesus. (3 credit hours.)
CE 311: Sunday School & Summer Ministries
Focuses on the development and implementation of educational ministries such as Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, camping programs and other summer ministries as a part of the total program of Christian education. (2 credit hours.)
CE 322: Media Ministries
This course examines the application of various media in ministry contexts in a web-centered world. Media examined include video, audio, desktop publishing, graphics, computer presentations, and websites. Emphasis is given to integrating these media with web technologies. The course assumes the student possesses a working knowledge of typing, word processing, internet navigation, and Windows. (2 credit hours.)
DS 362: Youth Discipleship
This course explores the developmental and spiritual needs of youths and the various theories and methods to help them grow and develop in the Christian faith. Includes an emphasis on discipling youth in various settings. (2 credit hours.)
DS 372: Adult Discipleship
This course explores the developmental and spiritual needs of adults and the various theories and methods to help adults grow and develop in the Christian faith. (2 credit hours.)
DS 382: Family Spiritual Formation
This course focuses on the theories and techniques of discipleship and educational programs in local churches for families which will build stronger families and preempt problems by laying a biblical foundation for family life. (2 credit hours.)
DS 422: Practice of Spiritual Disciplines
This course focuses on the theories and techniques of discipleship and educational programs in local churches for families which will build stronger families and preempt problems by laying a biblical foundation for family life. (2 credit hours.)