Upcoming Classes

Acts & 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.

03NT5250/01
Dr. Robert J. Cara
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 6 - January 10

Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisite: OT5100 A continuation of OT5100.

03OT5125/01
Dr. William A. Ross
Mon to Fri 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
January 6 - January 17

Apologetics - 2.00 Hours

Students examine the various approaches to apologetic methodology and engage the most frequently raised objections to the Christian faith.

03ST5450/01
Dr. James Anderson
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 13 - January 17

Theology & Soul Care - 2.00 Hours

The purpose of this course is to explore the connection between theology and counseling. Primary theological topics (the doctrine of creation, hamartiology, Christology, pneumatology, eschatology, etc.) will be studied in their application to pastoral soul care and counseling situations.

03CO6115/01
Mr. Nathanael J. Brooks
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 20 - January 24

Ministry in a Postmodern Context - 2.00 Hours

This course will concentrate on both intellectual and social aspects of the postmodern condition. The goal will be to describe the postmodern context, to reflect on both challenges and opportunities, and to suggest a "third way" beyond wholesale acceptance or rejection of current cultural trends.

03HT6205/01
Dr. David Filson
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 20 - January 24

Counseling & Physiology - 2.00 Hours

This course investigates key connections between biblical counseling and medical matters. Topics considered are the interaction of medicine and the sufficiency of Scripture, mental health and disorders, the DSM V, pharmacology, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ECT, and bioethics.

03CO5350/01
Dr. Charles Hodges
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 27 - January 31

Covenant Theology - 3.00 Hours

This course is a study of Covenant Theology from exegetical, theological and historical perspectives. Covenant theology is the Bible’s way of explaining and deepening our understanding of (1) the atonement; (2) our assurance; (3) the sacraments; (4) the continuity of redemptive history; and (5) the dynamic of God’s sovereignty and Christian responsibility/piety. The doctrine of the covenants is thus important for both Reformed systematic and biblical theology (the study of special revelation from the standpoint of redemptive history). The course will survey the successive biblical covenants from a redemptive historical perspective as well as examine the bi-covenantal structure of creation and redemption. Consideration will be given to issues such as the relation of the Old and New Testaments, the significance of the covenants for the doctrine of the atonement, for understanding sacramental theology, the implications of Covenant Theology for Reformed hermeneutics and more. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the Biblical doctrine of the covenants for preaching and pastoral ministry.

03DM8330/01
Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
Monday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
January 20 - January 24

Preaching from the Major Prophets - 3.00 Hours

This course will present an overview of the content and theology of the major Old Testament prophets Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel. At the heart of the course will be to teach pastors how to preach from the prophetical literature and, in particular, from the material of these three books.

03DM8150/01
Dr. John Currid
Monday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
January 27 - January 31

Typical Problems in Christian Counseling - 3.00 Hours

This course emphasizes the process of change for counselees in the context of specific topics in biblical counseling. Topics addressed include addictions, abuse, eating disorders, crisis situations, decision making, finances, self-injury, etc. Special attention will be given to the necessary qualities and qualifications for counselors as they seek to be God's agents for help.

03CO5100/01
Dr. Jim Newheiser
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Marriage & Family Counseling - 3.00 Hours

This class is a general introduction to the Biblical foundations of marriage, parenting, and family dysfunction issues involved in marriage and family counseling for pastors, ministry staff, and ministry leaders. Topics to be included in this study are: premarital counseling, infidelity, divorce and remarriage, sexual issues, and contemporary issues on sexuality.

03CO5150/01
Dr. Jim Newheiser
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Counseling Practicum I - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: CO5000 Intro to Christian Counseling. Students will work through case studies and small groups in order to gain practical experience.

03CO5910/01
Mr. Nathanael J. Brooks
Thursday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours

A continuation of HT5100, concentrating on great leaders of the church in the modern period of church history from the Reformation to the 19th century.

03HT5200/01
Dr. Donald Fortson
Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

The Making of Modern Theology - 2.00 Hours

The Making of Modern Theology: Christianity and the Enlightenment. Everyone in the West—Christian or non-Christian—has been deeply affected by the intellectual upheaval that took place during the Long Eighteenth Century (1688-1815). The period often known as the Enlightenment challenged centuries-old assumptions about God, revelation, knowledge, and virtue. This course will look at a variety of leading thinkers from John Locke to John Witherspoon, from Francis Bacon to Francis Hutcheson, and from Thomas Hobbes to Thomas Reid. By exploring the themes and figures from the Enlightenment period, we will better understand familiar theologians like Jonathan Edwards and familiar parts of our history like the Great Awakening and the legacy of Old Princeton. The intellectual currents flowing into, out of, and through the eighteenth century are still important for ministry today, for these currents achieved nothing less than the creation of the modern world and modern theology.

03HT6145/01
Dr. Kevin L. DeYoung
Wednesday 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
February 4 - May 12

Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: NT5125. By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills.

03NT5150/01
Dr. Robert J. Cara
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Pauline Epistles - 3.00 Hours

An exposition of the epistles in chronological order that emphasizes the application of Paul’s theology to the pastoral needs of the churches of his day and ours.

03NT5300/01
Dr. Robert J. Cara
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Hebrews - Revelation - 3.00 Hours

An introduction the General Epistles and Revelation that includes the history, setting, theme, purpose, and message of each book.

03NT5350/01
Dr. Michael Kruger
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Greek Readings - 1.00 Hours

A study of selected Greek texts.

03NT6100/01
Dr. Michael Kruger
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 5 - March 11

Hebrew Exegesis - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: OT5125. 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.

03OT5150/01
Dr. Richard Belcher Jr.
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Joshua – Esther - 3.00 Hours

This overview of the literature, history, and themes of Joshua through Esther gives particular attention to the relevance of these books for the church and world today.

03OT5250/01
Dr. William A. Ross
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Poets - 2.00 Hours

An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.

03OT5300/01
Dr. Richard Belcher Jr.
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Hebrew Readings - 1.00 Hours

A study of selected Hebrew texts.

03OT6100/01
Dr. William A. Ross
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
March 25 - May 12

Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5100. Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.

03PT5125/01
Rev. Michael Dixon
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5100 Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.

03PT5125/02
Rev. Joseph Rolison
Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5150. Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.

03PT5175/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Preaching Lab II - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5150 Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.

03PT5175/02
Dr. Rod Culbertson
Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

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.

03PT5200/01
Dr. Rod Culbertson
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Missions - 2.00 Hours

This course examines issues in the world mission enterprise in light of today’s challenges, opportunities, and obligations. The call to mission service is examined, the theological mandate for missions is clarified, the historical advance of the Church through missions is reviewed, and strategies for effective contemporary missions are considered.

03PT5225/01
Dr. Craig Sheppard
Mon to Thu 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
March 16 - March 19

Worship - 2.00 Hours

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the biblical foundations for worship. This course will convince students that gathered worship is legitimate, necessary, important, and should be conducted biblically in both form and content. In addition, the course will address the crucial matters of music, congregational singing, contextualization, “worship styles”, and more. The goal is to prepare students to be biblical worshippers, to help others be biblical worshippers, and to be effective leaders in worship.

03PT5300/01
Dr. Mantle Nance
Thursday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Classics of Personal Devotion - 1.00 Hours

Devotional writings from the history of the church, as well as from more contemporary Christians, are read and discussed to deepen the student’s knowledge of and love for God.

03PT5400/01
Dr. Rod Culbertson
Tuesday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
February 4 - May 12

Field Education Seminar - 0.00 Hours

Prerequisite: 400 hours of field education experience. 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.

03PT5905/01
Dr. Rod Culbertson
Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Communication for Women - 2.00 Hours

This course provides lectures on how to prepare Bible studies and major addresses in order to assist women to be better teachers and speakers. There will also be opportunities in class to present various speaking assignments.

03PT6105/01
Dr. Richard Belcher Jr.
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Theological Research & Writing - 1.00 Hours

This is a one hour practical theology course on theological research and writing. The course will give special attention to using print and electronic library resources and writing graduate level research papers. It will also focus on the tools and habits which can help students improve their research and writing skills for future ministry.

03PT6115/01
Rev. Kenneth J. McMullen
Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

Principles of Church Planting - 2.00 Hours

Church planters need the big picture of planting found in Scripture. This course grounds the planter in Gospel strategies and practical realities in planting healthy and reproducing churches from the first stages to particularization with an emphasis on the ordinary means of grace.

03PT6205/01
Dr. Tom Hawkes
Tuesday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

ST:Christology, Soteriology, Eschatology - 3.00 Hours

This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology.

03ST5200/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

ST:Ecclesiology and Sacraments - 2.00 Hours

This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.

03ST5250/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Thursday 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
February 4 - May 12

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, and the hermeneutics of Dispensationalism and Theonomy. Emphasis is placed on the role of the biblical doctrine of the covenants in preaching and pastoral ministry.

03ST5300/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Wednesday 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
February 4 - May 12

Christian Thought & Philosophy - 3.00 Hours

An introduction to Christian philosophy from a Reformed perspective. Topics include the relationship between philosophy and theology, major figures and movements in the history of Christian thought, and the application of philosophical thinking to Christian faith and practice.

03ST5400/01
Dr. James Anderson
Wednesday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

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.

03ST5550/01
Dr. James Anderson
Thursday 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
February 4 - May 12

Christ, Culture, and 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.

03ST5600/01
Dr. James Anderson
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
February 4 - May 12

The Problem of Pain - 2.00 Hours

An examination of the theological and pastoral issues related to “the problem of pain" involving systematic, historical and exegetical theological perspectives on suffering. The course will examine the Book of Job and other related biblical material as well theological constructs that address this issue. The focus will be pastoral.

03ST6510/01
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas
Thursday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 4 - May 12