COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

A practical seminar dealing with the problems and opportunities of everyday life in the ministry. The courses will be taught on a two-year rotation. The student is required to take the particular course offered each semester he is attending classes on the graduate level, up to a maximum of two years. The course requirements are in addition to the 32 semester hours required for graduation.

A consideration of methods and steps of church planting primarily in the United States, with a focus on the structural organization, administration, and overall operation of a local church. Special attention is given to the pastor’s role in effectively overseeing all functions which relate to the local church.

This course accentuates the leadership qualities and qualifications of the pastor. Instruction is also given on the administration of church ordinances and other pastoral functions such as weddings and funerals, developing a church missions program, establishing church standards, and the personal disciplines necessary for ministry ethics.

An introduction to the principles and practice of Biblical counseling to enable students to counsel effectively in their local churches, Christian camps, etc., equipping students to counsel in typical life situations and by applying Biblical principles in finding solutions to problems.

This course builds on the introductory principles of counseling already studied and focuses on applying Biblical counseling methods of pastoral ministry. Emphasis is given to common situations in which counsel may be sought from a local church pastor. Methods of counsel as well as best practices will be covered. Pre-requisite PT 407.2/607.2 or equivalent.

A consideration of evangelistic sermon preparation including outlining, proper use of illustrative material, effective use of memorized Scripture, instruction on dynamic delivery and giving an invitation conducive to bringing results, and instruction on how to make doctrinal preaching evangelistic. Pre-requisite: PT 307.3/507.3 or equivalent.

Principles of Leadership is a study of Biblical principles and examples of leadership. This course is designed to teach and encourage men to fulfill their God-given leadership roles in the home, local church, and in ministry positions.