Acts and Romans - 2.00 Hours
A study of Acts and Paul’s Epistle to the Romans that emphasizes both the original meaning and the modern meaning.
NT5250-A1 - Residential
Dr. Bruce Lowe
6/5/2024 - 6/8/2024
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Hermeneutics - 3.00 Hours
This course will cover traditional hermeneutical issues, including the relationship between the OT and the NT, the role of the interpreter, the use of creeds and confessions in interpretation, and the relationship between original meaning and modern meaning.
ON5100-A1 - Residential
Dr. Richard Belcher
Dr. Bob Cara
7/22/2024 - 7/26/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/22/2024 - 7/25/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 7/26/2024 - 7/26/2024 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Poets - 2.00 Hours
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED IN NASHVILLE
An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.
OT5300-A1 - Extension Site
Dr. William Wood
6/11/2024 - 6/14/2024
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Evangelism - 2.00 Hours
The purpose of this course is to train students to be effective evangelists and to understand and use biblical principles and methods of church growth. Emphasis is placed on having an intense desire to reach the lost for Christ. The value of small group ministries and mobilizing the laity for growth and ministry are considered.
PT5200-A1 - Residential
Dr. James Saxon
6/26/2024 - 6/29/2024
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
An overview of current trends in counseling theory and practice and the role of counseling in public, private and church settings. Basic counseling skills taught in this course include interviewing, assessment, and therapeutic listening in a laboratory situation. Application is made to premarital, family crisis, grief and substance abuse counseling, with emphasis on developing strategies and applying scriptural principles.
PT5350-A1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Richardson
6/10/2024 - 6/14/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 6/10/2024 - 6/13/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 6/14/2024 - 6/14/2024 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Theology and Mission of Prayer - 2.00 Hours
This course is a study in training yourself and others in gospelcentered, missional prayer. This course is designed for prayer leaders, pastors, church planters, and ministry leaders who want to disciple their team/ church in prayer. Students will be equipped to lead others in prayer in any ministry context.
PT6395-A1 - Residential
Dr. Carl Ellis
Ms. Karen Ellis
7/8/2024 - 7/12/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 3:12 PM
Covenant Theology - 2.00 Hours
An examination of covenant theology from exegetical and historical perspectives. Consideration is given to such issues as the relation of the Old and New Testaments, the significance of the covenants for sacramental theology, hermeneutics, and the role of the covenants in preaching and pastoral ministry.
ST5300-A1 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/6/2024 - 8/9/2024
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Christian Encounter with Islam - 2.00 Hours
An introduction to the history, culture, traditions, beliefs, and practices of Islam. Students will reflect on the ways in which Islamic faith and life have been shaped by historical and cultural circumstances, study the diversity of Islam both in history and in contemporary expression, and develop a deeper understanding of Islam in order to love Muslims as their neighbors and witness more effectively to them.
ST5550-A1 - Residential
Rev. Al Fadi
8/6/2024 - 8/9/2024
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
History of Christianity I - 3.00 Hours
This general introduction to Christianity in the early and medieval periods focuses on key Christian doctrines, ancient creeds, and great leaders from Justin Martyr to Martin Luther who made contributions of lasting significance to the Christian Church.
HT5100-A1 - Residential
Dr. Aaron Menikoff
9/27/2024 - 11/23/2024
Friday | 9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/28/2024 - 9/28/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/25/2024 - 10/25/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/26/2024 - 10/26/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/15/2024 - 11/15/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/16/2024 - 11/16/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/22/2024 - 11/22/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/23/2024 - 11/23/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Christianity as a Cultural Minority - 2.00 Hours
This course focuses especially on the development of theology within the major ethnic minority groups in the United States. Special attention is given to exploring the theology of the African American church and discussing such issues as the prosperity gospel and liberation theology and their consequent impact within the church.
HT6211-A1 - Residential
Dr. Carl Ellis
Rev. Steven Gilchrist
9/6/2024 - 11/9/2024
Friday | 9/6/2024 - 9/6/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/7/2024 - 9/7/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/11/2024 - 10/11/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/12/2024 - 10/12/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday | 11/8/2024 - 11/8/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/9/2024 - 11/9/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Christianity as a Cultural Minority - 2.00 Hours
SYNC SECTION
This course focuses especially on the development of theology within the major ethnic minority groups in the United States. Special attention is given to exploring the theology of the African American church and discussing such issues as the prosperity gospel and liberation theology and their consequent impact within the church.
THIS IS A SYNC SECTION AND WILL MEET OVER ZOOM. MINIMUM ENROLLMENT OF THREE STUDENTS. ENROLLMENT LIMITED TO RTS ATLANTA STUDENTS.
HT6211-A2 - Sync - Local
Dr. Carl Ellis
Rev. Steven Gilchrist
9/6/2024 - 11/9/2024
Friday | 9/6/2024 - 9/6/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday | 9/7/2024 - 9/7/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/11/2024 - 10/11/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/12/2024 - 10/12/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/8/2024 - 11/8/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/9/2024 - 11/9/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
NT5100-A1 - Residential
Rev. Benjamin Phillips
8/27/2024 - 11/26/2024
Tuesday | 8/27/2024 - 10/1/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday | 10/15/2024 - 11/26/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills
NT5150-A1 - Residential
Dr. Bruce Lowe
8/26/2024 - 12/2/2024
Monday | 8/26/2024 - 8/26/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday | 9/9/2024 - 9/30/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday | 10/14/2024 - 12/2/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Gospels - 3.00 Hours
Attention is given to each writer’s literary art, theological teaching, pastoral purpose, and message for today’s church and world.
NT5200-A1 - Residential
Dr. Bruce Lowe
8/26/2024 - 12/2/2024
Monday | 8/26/2024 - 8/26/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday | 9/9/2024 - 9/30/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday | 10/14/2024 - 12/2/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hebrew I - 3.00 Hours
This course introduces basic elements of the Hebrew language. Lectures and small group sessions cover the Hebrew alphabet, pronunciation, and elementary grammatical structures.
OT5100-A1 - Residential
Dr. William Wood
8/27/2024 - 11/26/2024
Tuesday | 8/27/2024 - 10/1/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday | 10/15/2024 - 11/26/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Hebrew Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
This course introduces basic tools for interpreting the Old Testament. Attention is given to a working knowledge of biblical Hebrew and to principles of interpretation.
OT5150-A1 - Residential
Dr. William Wood
8/26/2024 - 12/2/2024
Monday | 8/26/2024 - 8/26/2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Monday | 9/9/2024 - 9/30/2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Monday | 10/14/2024 - 12/2/2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Genesis - Deuteronomy - 3.00 Hours
This course takes an expository approach to the major developments in the history of redemption: creation, covenant, promise, and fulfillment of the promises. This portion of the biblical revelation covers the period from Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden to the second giving of the Law.
OT5200-A1 - Residential
Dr. William Wood
8/27/2024 - 11/26/2024
Tuesday | 8/27/2024 - 10/1/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday | 10/15/2024 - 11/26/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Communication I - 2.00 Hours
This course introduces the theological framework and basic skills required for interpreting and communicating the Bible within the context of the church’s ministry (both formal and informal).
PT5100-A1 - Residential
Rev. Aaron Messner
8/22/2024 - 12/2/2024
Thursday | 8/22/2024 - 9/26/2024 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 10/3/2024 - 10/3/2024 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-A1 - Residential
Rev. Aaron Messner
10/3/2024 - 11/21/2024
Thursday | 10/3/2024 - 10/3/2024 | 7:01 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 10/17/2024 - 11/21/2024 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Pastoral Ministry - 2.00 Hours
This course will lay the foundations of a biblical theology of the pastor in relation to the church and the world. Students will begin to formulate a philosophy of ministry, assess readiness, and attain progress in their calling. A variety of pastoral skills and competencies will be included.
PT5250-A1 - Residential
Dr. Stephen Estock
Dr. Ed Dunnington
8/29/2024 - 11/14/2024
Thursday | 8/29/2024 - 9/19/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 10/3/2024 - 10/3/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 10/17/2024 - 10/24/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 11/7/2024 - 11/14/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Worship - 2.00 Hours
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED IN NASHVILLE
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the biblical foundations for worship. This course will emphasize that gathered worship is legitimate, necessary, important, and should be conducted biblically in both form and content. In addition, the course will address the liturgical use of creeds, matters of music, congregational singing, contextualization, and “worship styles.” The goal is to prepare students to be biblical worshippers, to help others be biblical worshippers, and to be effective leaders in worship.
PT5300-A1 - Extension Site
Dr. Gabriel Fluhrer
9/27/2024 - 11/23/2024
Friday | 9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/28/2024 - 9/28/2024 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday | 10/25/2024 - 10/25/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/26/2024 - 10/26/2024 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday | 11/22/2024 - 11/22/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/23/2024 - 11/23/2024 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Personal Sanctifcation - 1.00 Hours
This course emphasizes methodology and responsibility for personal growth in Christ. This involves the study of Scripture for personal nurture and the exercise of certain disciplines necessary for spiritual growth.
PT5375-A1 - Residential
Rev. Joel Smit
8/29/2024 - 11/14/2024
Thursday | 8/29/2024 - 8/29/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday | 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday | 10/17/2024 - 10/17/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday | 11/14/2024 - 11/14/2024 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
MDiv Field Education Internship - 0.00 Hours
PT5900-A1 - Residential
Dr. Bruce Lowe
9/4/2024 - 9/4/2024
Wednesday | 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MDiv Field Education Seminar - 0.00 Hours
This seminar provides opportunity for theological reflection and discussion of problems, needs, and experiences in ministry. Students are required to write papers about their field experiences and present them to the class for discussion led by the professor. This may be taken in the fall or spring semester.
PT5905-A1 - Residential
Dr. Bruce Lowe
11/13/2024 - 11/13/2024
Wednesday | 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Theological Research and Writing - 2.00 Hours
This course will give special attention to using the library, writing graduate level research papers, and the problem of plagiarism. This course is designed to help you communicate well. Written communication and oral communication overlap, so whether you are going on for graduate studies or studying to become a pastor, you will need to learn how to develop and deliver a thesis.
PT6115-A1 - Residential
Dr. Jonathan Stuckert
8/26/2024 - 12/2/2024
Monday | 8/26/2024 - 8/26/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday | 9/9/2024 - 9/30/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday | 10/14/2024 - 12/2/2024 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Christian View of Human Rights - 2.00 Hours
This course will focus especially on helping students to build a Christian view of Human Rights. Special attention will be given to key historical conflicts and the worldviews and ideologies behind them, their impact on legislation, and how they have affected various philosophies of human rights. Themes examined will include Jim Crow legislation, the rise and fall of totalitarian regimes, and the response of the church in and through all of these things.
PT6227-A1 - Residential
Ms. Karen Ellis
9/13/2024 - 11/2/2024
Friday | 9/13/2024 - 9/13/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/14/2024 - 9/14/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/18/2024 - 10/18/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/19/2024 - 10/19/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/1/2024 - 11/1/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/2/2024 - 11/2/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Christian View of Human Rights - 2.00 Hours
SYNC SECTION
This course will focus especially on helping students to build a Christian view of Human Rights. Special attention will be given to key historical conflicts and the worldviews and ideologies behind them, their impact on legislation, and how they have affected various philosophies of human rights. Themes examined will include Jim Crow legislation, the rise and fall of totalitarian regimes, and the response of the church in and through all of these things.
THIS IS A SYNC SECTION AND WILL MEET OVER ZOOM. MINIMUM ENROLLMENT OF THREE STUDENTS. ENROLLMENT LIMITED TO RTS ATLANTA STUDENTS.
PT6227-A2 - Sync - Local
Ms. Karen Ellis
9/13/2024 - 11/2/2024
Friday | 9/13/2024 - 9/13/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/14/2024 - 9/14/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/18/2024 - 10/18/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/19/2024 - 10/19/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/1/2024 - 11/1/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
| 11/2/2024 - 11/2/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Intro to Pastoral & Theological Studies - 3.00 Hours
This course introduces students to biblical, theological, creedal, and pastoral aspects of ministry preparation in the Reformed tradition.
ST5100-A1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Richard
8/26/2024 - 12/2/2024
Monday | 8/26/2024 - 8/26/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday | 9/9/2024 - 9/30/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday | 10/14/2024 - 12/2/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
ST: Scripture, Theology, Anthropology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Scripture, theology proper, and anthropology.
ST5150-A1 - Residential
Dr. Brian Cosby
9/20/2024 - 11/16/2024
Friday | 9/20/2024 - 9/20/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/21/2024 - 9/21/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/4/2024 - 10/4/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/5/2024 - 10/5/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/18/2024 - 10/18/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/19/2024 - 10/19/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/15/2024 - 11/15/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/16/2024 - 11/16/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Pastoral and Social Ethics - 3.00 Hours
Students are introduced to terminology, major views, and problems in the study of ethics. The biblical basis for morality will be emphasized along with aspects of the WLC. Basic concerns and current issues in social ethics are also covered.
ST5500-A1 - Residential
Dr. William Davis
9/6/2024 - 11/9/2024
Friday | 9/6/2024 - 9/6/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/7/2024 - 9/7/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/28/2024 - 9/28/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 10/25/2024 - 10/26/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 10/26/2024 - 10/26/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday | 11/8/2024 - 11/8/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/9/2024 - 11/9/2024 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Christ, Culture & Contextualization - 2.00 Hours
This course will explore a biblical theology of culture from a Reformed perspective, evaluate different models for Christian cultural engagement, and develop a biblical perspective on the principles and practice of contextualization. Attention will be given to the application of cultural analysis and contextualization in church ministry.
ST5600-A1 - Residential
Dr. Carlton Wynne
8/22/2024 - 12/2/2024
Tuesday | 8/27/2024 - 10/1/2024 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
| 10/15/2024 - 10/29/2024 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Doctrine of Baptism - 2.00 Hours
The doctrine of baptism elective is a comprehensive study including a historical survey of the doctrine, a biblical-theological survey, and systematic-theological formulation. The survey of the history of the doctrine begins with the apostolic church, covering key church fathers and baptismal documents, the middle ages covering key theologians, and a survey of the Reformation and post-Reformation periods. The biblical-theological survey traces baptism from Genesis to Revelation. The systematic-theological formulation will address topics such as the sacraments in general, baptism as a means of grace, the doctrine of baptism, recipients, and baptism and ecclesiology.
ST6105-A1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Richard
8/22/2024 - 12/2/2024
Tuesday | 8/27/2024 - 10/1/2024 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday | 10/15/2024 - 10/29/2024 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM