The PentateuchOTS-105 - A study of the historical and cultural backgrounds of the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Pentateuch as a Narrative
Author: John H. SailhamerISBN#: 0-3105-7421-8
History of Israel I OTS-115 - An in depth study of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I Samuel, and II Samuel, emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: A Survey of Israel’s History
Author: Leon WoodISBN#: 0-3103-4770-X
History of Israel II OTS-120 - An in depth, book by book study of I Kings, II Kings, I Chronicles, II Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: A Survey of Israel’s History
Author: Leon WoodISBN#: 0-3103-4770-X
Books of Wisdom OTS-125 - An in depth, book by book study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Handbook on the Wisdom Books and Psalms
Author: Daniel J. EstesISBN#: 0-8010-2699-7
Major Prophets OTS-130 - An in depth, book by book study of the Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Lamentations emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Interpreting the Prophetic Word
Author: William A. Van GernerenISBN#: 0-3102-1138-7
Daniel and Revelation OTS-135 - A comparison of the prophetic books, Daniel & Revelation, with in depth study on the end time prophecies.
Book Required: God’s Plan for Man
Author: Finis Jennings DakeISBN#: 1-5582-9026-5
Minor Prophets OTS-140 - An in depth, book by book study of the 12 books known as the Minor Prophets, from Hosea to Malachi emphasizing theological themes and applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Unexpected Wisdom
Author: Dan SchmidtISBN#: 0-8010-6379-5
New Testament Theology:
The Synoptic Gospels NTS-205 - This is a study of the historical and cultural setting as well as a comparison of the three books of Matthew, Mark and Luke.A distinctive study of the life and work of Jesus and theological emphasis of the three books in addition to practical application to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Synoptic Gospels
Author: Keith F. NickelsISBN#: 0-6642-2349-4
Gospel of John NTS-210 An in depth study of the Gospel of John with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Be Alive John 1-12ISBN#: 0-8969-3359-8
Be Transformed John 13-21ISBN#: 0-8969-3352-0
Author: Warren Wiersbe
Romans NTS-215 - An in depth study of the book of Romans with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Message of Romans
Author: John StottISBN#: 0-8308-1246-6
I & II Corinthians NTS-220 - An in depth study of the books of I & Ii Corinthians with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Preacher’s Commentary NT: I & II Corinthians
Author: Kenneth L. ChafinISBN#: 0-7852-4805-6
Epistles I NTS-225 An in depth, book by book study of I & II Thessalonians, I & II Timothy, Titus and Philemon with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Be FaithfulISBN#: 0-8969-3685-6
Be ReadyISBN#: 0-8969-3773-9
Author: Warren Wiersbe
Epistles II NTS-230 – An in depth, book by book study of the books of James, I & II Peter, I, II & III John, and Jude with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Letters of James and PeterISBN#: 0-6642-2678-7
The Letters of John and JudeISBN#: 0-6642-2557-8
Author: William Barclay
Hebrews NTS-235 An in depth study of the book of Hebrews with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: Encountering Hebrews
Author: Donald HagnerISBN#: 0-8010-2580-X
General EpistlesNTS-240 - An in depth, book by book study of of Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians with emphasis on applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Letters to the Galatians & EphesiansISBN#: 0-6642-2559-4
The Letters to the Philippians & ColossiansISBN#: 0-6642-2676-0
Author: William Barclay
Ministerial Theology:
Ministry Building & Church Planting MIN-300 - An in depth study of the techniques needed to effectively plant a church in a new community including organizational and business aspects of ministry and the applications of those principles within the church and the community. This course emphasizes developing and implementing small group ministry within the church body including youth ministry, singles ministry, small group ministry, guest ministry and follow up ministry.
Book Required: Planting Growing Churches for the 21st Century
Author: Aubrey MalphursISBN#: 0-8010-6514-3
Personal Evangelism MIN-315 – An in depth study of evangelism with special emphasis on personal growth and the development of evangelistic qualities. This course covers the biblical mandate for witnessing and how it applies to the personal life of the believer.
Book Required: The Way of the Master
Author: Kirk Cameron & Ray ComfortISBN#: 1-4143-0061-1
Book Required: Conspiracy of Kindness
Author: Steve SjogrenISBN#: 0-8307-3407-4
Book Required: 101 Ways to Reach Your Community
Author: Steve SjogrenISBN#: 1-5768-3220-1
Personal Discipleship MIN-325 - An in depth study of personal discipleship and what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ with special emphasis on personal growth and the development of
Christ-like qualities.
Book Required: The Normal Christian Life
Author: Watchman NeeISBN#: 0-8423-4710-0
Effective Prayer MIN-335 - This course is an overall study of prayer with emphasis on spiritual warfare prayer, prophetic intercession and it’s applications to Christian life and ministry.
Book Required: The Complete Works of E. M. Bounds on Prayer
Author: E. M. BoundsISBN#: 0-8010-6494-5
Spiritual Authority MIN-350 - A close look at the major areas of authority we are to recognize, and the preparation for ministry that comes through the balance of submission to authority and the proper use of authority in our lives.
Book Required: Under Cover
Author: John BevereISBN#: 0-7852-6991-6
Leadership MIN-360 - A study of the biblical basis for leadership within the home, the church and the community with special emphasis on personal growth and the development of leadership qualities.
Book Required: John C. Maxwell – 3 in 1 Collection
Author: John C. MaxwellISBN#: 0-7852-6840-5
Holy Spirit MIN-370 - This course involves a study of the person, work and ministry of the Holy Spirit as well as an in depth study of the applications of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Book Required: The Presence and Work of the Holy Spirit
Author: R. A. TorreyISBN#: 0-8836-8177-3
Pastoral Care Ministry PracticumMIN-380 This course is designed to train the minister in the application of pastoral care principles which include marriage, funerals, communion, baptisms, baby dedications and all aspects of Pastoral Care. The course will include lecture as well as hands-on learning opportunities.
Book Required: The Broadman Minister’s Manual
Author: Franklin M. SeglerISBN#: 0-8054-2307-9
Book Required: Leadership Handbook of Preaching and Worship
Author: James BerkleyISBN#: 0-8010-9041-5
Pastoral TheologyMIN-385 This course is designed to train the minister in the theological and practical principles which make up the Pastoral ministry. This is an intense preparation study for those who are called into the Office of Pastor. It will include lecture as well as hands-on learning opportunities.
Book Required: Your Pastor, Your Shepherd
Author: James Lee BeallISBN#: 0-8827-0216-5
Doctrinal Theology:
Systematic Theology IDOC-100 - A systematic, in depth study of: the Doctrine of the Scriptures (Bibliology), the Doctrine of God (Theology), the Doctrine of Man (Anthropology), the Doctrine of Sin (Hamartiology), and the Doctrine of Salvation (Soteriology).
Book Required: Foundations of Pentecostal Theology
Author: G. Duffield & N. Van CleaveISBN#: Foursquare Media
Systematic Theology IIDOC-115 - A systematic, in depth study of: the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology), the Doctrine of Divine Healing, the Doctrine of the Church (Ecclesiology), the Doctrine of Angels (Angelology), and the Doctrine of Last Things (Eschatology).
Book Required: Foundations of Pentecostal Theology
Author: G. Duffield & N. Van CleaveISBN#: CCWC Media
Apologetics & Christian Ethics DOC-120 - This course is designed to compare and contrast Christianity to all other belief systems. In this study the student will explore the significant challenges to the Christian faith and develop a Biblical response to other views and examine and analyze the competing claims of other beliefs.
Book Required: The Real Face of Atheism
Author: Ravi ZachariasISBN#: 0-8010-6511-9
Book Required: Introduction to Biblical Ethics
Author: Robertson McQuilkinISBN#: 0-8423-1731-7
Cults & World Religions DOC-125 - An in depth study of the major cults and religionsfrom ancient times to modern day, including the teachings of today that are contrary to the Word of God and a study of the major religions of the world including Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Catholics, Judaism and others.
Book Required: Kingdom of the Cults
Author: Walter MartinISBN#: 0-7642-2744-0
Church History DOC-130 -This course is designed to give the student an accurate understanding of Church History from the time of Christ to the present age.
Book Required: Church History in Plain Language
Author: Bruce L. ShelleyISBN#: 0-8499-3861-09
Music Theology:
Praise & WorshipMUS-200 – An in depth study of Praise & Worship and its application to the body of Christ. This course will cover the theological and spiritual basis for music ministry as well as the technical, practical and organizational aspects of the praise & worship ministry.
Book Required: Thriving as an Artist in the Church
Author: Rory NolandISBN#: 0-3102-5732-8
Counseling Theology:
Christian Marriage & FamilyCNS-100 – An in depth study of the biblical principles of the Christian Family and how these can be applied in the lives of the believer.
Book Required: The World’s Easiest Guide to Family Relationships
Author: Gary ChapmanISBN#: 1-8812-7340-7
Cleansing Stream CNS-120 This is a program designed to teach, train and minister to the individual with the ultimate goal of preparing and cleaning up the servant for the master’s use. This course is designed to strengthen and set free the believer in his walk with the Lord.
Availability: Through Cleansing Stream Ministry
Book Required: Material required is purchased through Cleansing Stream Ministry
Pastoral Counseling CNS-125 – This course is designed to train the minister in all aspects of biblical counseling.
Book Required: Introduction to Biblical Counseling
Author: John MacArthur & Wayne MackISBN#: 0-8499-1093-5
Whole Heart Restoration CNS-130 – An in depth study of the biblical approach to the restoration of the soul, identification of the emotional issues that damage the soul, and training for ministers on how to help others, through Christ, to overcome them.
Book Required: Renovation of the Heart
Author:Dallas WillardISBN#: 1-5768-6296-1
Biblical Emotional HealingCNS-105 – An In depth Study of the biblical approach to emotional healing with special emphasis on counseling techniques, analysis and healing through the Power of God.
Book Required: Healing for Damaged Emotions
Author: David A. SeamandsISBN#: 0-8969-3963-3
Missions Theology
Acts & Missions I MIS-100 – An in depth study of the Book of Acts, (Chapters 1-12), with particular emphasis on the foreign missions ministry.
Book Required: Acts of the Holy Spirit
Author: Peter WagnerISBN#: 0-8307-2041-3
Acts & Missions II MIS-115 - An in depth study of the Book of Acts, (Chapters 13-28), with particular emphasis on the foreign missions ministry.
Availability: Live Instruction –Spring SemesterDistance Education – Anytime
Book Required: Acts of the Holy Spirit
Author: Peter WagnerISBN#: 0-8307-2041-3
Cross Cultural Evangelism MIS-120 - An in depth study of evangelism in the foreign missions field with special emphasis on sharing the Gospel in a foreign culture.
Book Required: Communicating Christ Cross Culturally
Author: David HasselgraveISBN#: 0-3103-6811-1
World PerspectivesMIS-125 - A systematic, in depth study of the foreign missions ministry.
This course will cover the biblical mandate for missions and how it is applied to the personal life
of the believer and how the believer may practically implement these principles in their lives.
Book Required: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement (RDR)
Author: Ralph WinterISBN#: 0-8780-8289-1
Book Required: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement (SG)
Author: Ralph WinterISBN#: 0-8780-8290-5
ESL MIS-120 – This is a hands-on training course designed to teach future missionaries how to instruct non-English speaking foreign nationals in the English Language. Students will become certified as an English Tutors. All missions Students are required to take this course
Availability: Through ESL Program
Book Required: The Oxford Picture Dictionary (Monolingual)