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Curriculums

Bible Division (128 credits)
The curriculum for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Bible Division is given below. The total number of credit hours required is 128. Students who plan to continue their studies in graduate schools or seminaries are strongly advised to complete the courses in biblical languages.

Credits

New Testament Survey ......................................................................................
Old Testament Survey ........................................................................................
Acts .................................................................................................................
Hermeneutics ....................................................................................................
Galatians and Romans .......................................................................................
Gospel of John ..................................................................................................
Corinthians .......................................................................................................
Genesis ............................................................................................................
Elect. Bible Elective Courses ..............................................................................

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

Total
 

32
The Bible and the Church ...................................................................................
Theology Proper/ Angeology ...............................................................................
Pneumatology ...................................................................................................
Soteriology .......................................................................................................
Anthropology/ Hamartiology ................................................................................
Old Testament Biblical Theology .........................................................................
Elect. Theology Elective Courses ........................................................................
3
3
3
2
3
3
3

Total
 

20
Evangelism Today .............................................................................................
A Strategy for Church Growth .............................................................................
Principles of Preaching ......................................................................................
Pastoral Ministries .............................................................................................
Introduction to Missions .....................................................................................
Elec. Church Ministries Elective Courses .............................................................
2
3
3
3
2
8

Total
 

21
Introductory English ...........................................................................................
English Composition ..........................................................................................
Introduction to Psychology .................................................................................
General Physical Science ..................................................................................
Introduction to Sociology ....................................................................................
World Religions .................................................................................................
Principles of Teaching ........................................................................................
Church History I ................................................................................................
General Ed. Elective Course ..............................................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
8

Total
 

32
Elect. Courses from any division ......................................................................... 23
Total 23
Total for Program 128


Theology Division (128 credits)

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Theology is given below. The total number of credit hours required is 128.
 

Credits

Strategy for Church Growth ................................................................................
Introduction to Christian Education ......................................................................
Teaching in the Church and School .....................................................................
Christian Education Leadership ...........................................................................
Introduction to Church Music ..............................................................................
Pastoral Counseling ...........................................................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3

Total
 

21
Introductory English ...........................................................................................
English Composition ..........................................................................................
Introduction to Psychology .................................................................................
General Physical Science ..................................................................................
Introduction to Sociology ....................................................................................
World Religions .................................................................................................
Principles of Teaching ........................................................................................
Church History I ................................................................................................ General Ed. Elective Course ...............................................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
8

Total
 

32
Elect. Courses from any division ......................................................................... 23
Total 23
Total for Program 128


Religious Education (128 credits)

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Religious Education is given below. The total number of credit hours required is 128.
 

Credits

Strategy for Church Growth ................................................................................
Introduction to Christian Education ......................................................................
Teaching in the Church and School .....................................................................
Christian Education Leadership ...........................................................................
Introduction to Church Music ..............................................................................
Pastoral Counseling ...........................................................................................
Agape and Human Relations ..............................................................................
Educational Psychology .....................................................................................
Principles of Teaching ........................................................................................
Cross-Cultural Communication ............................................................................
Elect. Church Ministries Electives .......................................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

Total
 

33
New Testament Survey ......................................................................................
Old Testament Survey ........................................................................................
Acts .................................................................................................................
Hermeneutics ....................................................................................................
Galatians and Romans .......................................................................................
The Gospel of John ............................................................................................
Corinthians .......................................................................................................
Genesis ............................................................................................................
Elect. Bible Elective Courses ..............................................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

Total
 

26
The Bible and the Church ...................................................................................
Pneumatology ...................................................................................................
Soteriology .......................................................................................................
Apologetics .......................................................................................................
Elect. Theology Elective Courses ........................................................................
3
3
3
3
2

Total
 

27
Introductory English ...........................................................................................
English Composition ..........................................................................................
Introduction to Psychology .................................................................................
How to Speak in Public ......................................................................................
General Physical Science ..................................................................................
Introduction to Sociology ....................................................................................
World Religions .................................................................................................
Principles of Journalism .....................................................................................
Church History ..................................................................................................
Elect. General Education Elective Courses ..........................................................
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
5

Total
 

32
Elect. Courses form any division ......................................................................... 22
Total 22
Total for Program 128

A CM course may be substituted for a CA course dealing with the same subject in any of these degree programs. However, if a CM course which is worth 2 credit hours make up the credit hour and another course in the same division of courses. At the same time, it must be remembered that any degree program requires at least 32 credit hours of CA courses which have external textbooks.
 


Course Descriptions

Bible Division

New Testament Survey
CA1013 (3 Credits)
Author, Jesse Moon, M.Div., D.Min.

This course introduces a panoramic survey of the New Testament including the life of Christ, the rise of the early Church, the life and teaching of Paul, and the remaining books of the New Testament.

Old Testament Survey
CA1023 (3 Credits)
Author, Fred Greve, M.A. Ed.D.

This study surveys the entire Old Testament from the beginnings of man through the rise and fall of the Kingdom of Israel and the return. Special emphasis is given tot he historical background and prophetic context of each period of Israel's history.

Pentateuch
CA 1043 (3 Credits)
Author, George Assad, M.Div.

In this analysis of the first five books of the Bible, the beginings of many great Bible themses are examined. This study also traces the development of the nation of Israel from Abraham tothe preparation for entering the promised land.

Acts
CA1053 (3 Credits)
Author, George O. Wood, B.D., D.Th.P.

The continuing ministry of the resurrected Christ in the world, through the Holy Sprit, is shown as this course analyzes the major reason for the growth of the Church.

Hermeneutics
CA 1063 (3 Credits)
Author, Peter Kuzmic, M.A., Th.D.

Hermeneutics is designed to teach the student the science and art of interpretation. As a science it treats the basic rules for discovering the meaning of a document. As an art, it deals with skills and methods used to interpret the Scriptures.

Old Testament Historical Books
CA1073 (3 Credits)
Author, Amos Millard, M.A., D.Min.

This interpretive survey of the historical books of the Old Testament covers the books of Joshua through Esther. It clearly outlines a period of over 1000 years of Bible history, from the entrance into the promised land to the return to it after captivity.

Galatians and Romans
CA 1083 (3 Credits)
Author, Anthony Palma, M.A., M.Div., M.S.T., D.Th.

The purpose of this course is to give an interpretive survey of Galatians and Romans. It also investigates key issues related to the doctrine of salvation taught in these epistles.

Gospel of John
CA 1103 (3 Credits)
Author, Peter Kuzmic, M.A., Th.D.

In this study of the fourth gospel, the divine perspective of Christ's character and work is emphasized. The study also gives a clear example of how to trace the theme and argument of the writer through an entire book of the Bible.

Corinthians
CA1113 (3 Credits)
Author, Godon D. Fee, M.A., Ph.D.

After the exegetical methods are examined, this course gives an in-depth, methodological approach to the Church issues addressed in 1 Corinthians and applies these to the twentieth century Church.

Themes from the Major Prophets
CA1133 (3 Credits)
Author, David Petts, M.A.

The writings of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel are covered at an introductory level with consideration given to the men, their message, their task, and their problems. The methodology of this course will be an independent-study text with supplementary reading assignment.

The Minor Prophets
CA1163 (3 Credits)
Author, Thomas F. Harrison, M.Div., M.Th.

This is a study of the twelve minor prophets, covering their contributions as seen in the light of their times and ours. A primary contribution is its comparison of the political and social backgrounds of the historical books with messages of the prophets.

Hebrews
CA1173 (3 Credits)
Author, A.C. George, M.A., M.Th., Th.D.

This analytical study of Hebrews examines the role of this epistle as a doctrinal bridge between the Old and New Testament. It also evaluates the work of Christ in providing and continuing salvation.

Genesis
CA1182 (2 Credits)
Author, Paul B. Hoff, M.A., Th.M.

An interpretive study of the first book of the Bible with emphasis on showing the meaning and divin purposes of the major happening of the book. The study traces God's plan of redemption from the beginning in Eden tot he formation of God's chosen people through whom this plan would be realized.

Greek I
CA1244 (4 Credits)
Author, Hobart E. Grazier, S.T.M.

This introduction to the fundamentals of Greek grammar aims to teach the student to do simple translation form the Greek and to feel comfortable using study resources requiring some knowledge of Greek. The materials for Greek I include a set of audio cassette tapes.

Greek II
CA1254 (4 Credits)
Author, Hobart E. Grazier, S.T.M.

This course is the continuation of the study in the basic elements of the grammar of the Greek New Testament. Concepts essential to translation and exegesis are also presented. The materials for Greek II include a set of audio cassette tapes. Prerequisite: Greek I

Hebrew I
CA1284 (4 Credits)
Author, William C. Williams, M.A., Ph.D.

This course includes basic Hebrew vocabulary, elements of grammar, and simple syntactical formations. It will enable the student to read, understand, and translate simplified biblical prose. The materials for Hebrew I include a set of audio tapes.

Hebrew II
CA 1294 (4 Credits)
Author, William C. Williams, M.A., Ph.D.

This course continues the study of Hebrew vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. It will enable the student to read, understand, and translate the easier passages of narrative prose in the Hebrew Bible.

Theology Division

The Bible and the Church
CA2013 (3 Credits)
Author, Roslim Suwandoko, M.A. and David Duncan, M.A.

this course focuses on two vital doctrines. It examines the Bible as the authoritative guide for knowing God's will and the Church as the institution God ordained to carry out His will on earth.

Theology Proper/ Angelology
CA2023 (3 Credits)
Author, Masayoshi Safu, M.Div.

This course systematically studies the biblical revelation concerning God and angels. The study of God focuses on His character, attitudes and works. The study of angels will examine their origin, classes, activities, and destiny.

Pneumatology
CA2033 (3 Credits)
Author, Stanley M. Horton, M.Div., Th.D.

This course deals with the person work, gifts, and ministry of the Spirit as taught in both the Old and New Testaments. Special attention is given to the biblical teaching concerning the baptism in the Holy Spirit, and the Spriit-filled life.

Christology
CA2043 (3 Credits)
Author, L. Thomas Holdcroft, M.A.

This is a sytematic study of the person of Jesus Christ in His pas, present and future work. Controversial historical and contemporary views of Jesus are presented and related to the Word of God.

Soteriology
CA2053 (3 Credits)
Author, Daniel B. Pecota, M.Div, Th.M., D.Min.

The work of Christ in bringing lost man into fellowship with God is studied in this course on the doctrines of salvation. Included are studies on the doctrines of repentance, faith, conversion, regeneration, justification, adoption, sanctification, and prayer in the life of the Christian.

Anthropology/Hamartiology
CA2062 (2 Credits)
Author, Daniel B. Pecota, M.Div., Th.M., D.Min.

This course emphasizes such crucial areas of doctrine as the origins of man and sin, the natures of man and sin, and the consequences of man's fall and sinful activity.

Eschatology
CA2073 (3 Credits)
Author, Andrew McDearmin, M.S., Ed.D.

This course is an interpretive study of the Old and New Testament Scriptures that relate to the end times. It investigates the time and order of these events and their importance in relation to contemporary Christian life.

Old Testament Biblical Theology
CA2093 (3 Credits)
Author, John Phillips, M.Div., D.Div.

In this study the main doctrines taught in the Old Testament are traced from Genesis to Malachi. It differs from other theology courses in that it shows the development of doctrines book by book, as they are revealed, rather than considering all scripture on a single doctrine at one time.

Apologetics
CA2223 (3 Credits)
Author, William Menzies, M.A. Ph.D.

This is a study of the relationship of faith and reason with its application to the concepts of God, the Word, and Christian experience.

Church Ministries Division - Electives

A Strategy for Church Growth
CA3023 (3 Credits)
Author, Benjamin P. Shinde, M.A., M.Th., D.Miss.

The course deals with the spiritual, cultural, and social dynamics of church growth. The student will learn how to make a diagnostic study of a local church and discover the causes of its growth or lack of growth.

Principles of Preaching
CA3043 (3 Credits)
Author, Jesse K. Moon, M.Div., D.Min.

Through this introduction to the major techniques of sermon preparation and delivery, the student can learn how to prepare and preach biblically based sermons. The knowledge gained is applied by directing the student in sermon preparation and delivery in actual ministry.

Introduction of Christian Education
CA3953 (3 Credits)
Author, Steve Durasoff, M.A., Ph.D.

This course presents an overview of the function and the place of Christian education in the local church today. It summarizes the biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical foundations, as well as the basic objectives of Christian education.

Pastoral Ministries
CA3083 (3 Credits)
Author, Jack V. Rozell, M.Ed., M.Div., D.Min.

This study of the minister, his relationships, and his primary ministerial responsibilities is designed to help a person who is called to the ministry in the church develop a biblically-based philosophy for that ministry.

Church Business
CA3092 (2 Credits)
Author, Joe Kilpatrick, M.B.A.

This is an introductory study of many of the principles, procedures, and techniques used in today's business world as they apply to the local church and its leadership. In this independent study textbook, pastors, church business administrators, and other church leaders will find the problem-solving approach to this subject of practical value.

Expository Preaching
CA3112 (2 Credits)
Author, George Batson, M.A., M.Th., D.Min.

This practical guide to the methodology of preaching emphasizes the step-by-step process of constructing expository sermons. The student builds sermons for his pulpit ministry from the Gospel of Matthew and the book of Ephesians.

Introduction to Missions
CA3132 (2 Credits)
Author, Paul Pomerville, M.A.M.C.M., Ph.D.

In this course the author present a study of the biblical basis for missions and the qualifications for an effective missionary. He also outlines various types of missionary work and the responsibilities of the individual Christian and the local church in missions.

Teaching in the Church
CA3143 (3 Credits)
Author, J.E. Pearson, M.Ed.

A theologically based, creative approach to teaching is presented that draws from the best modern ideas of teaching and learning. The theory is then applied to practice with varying age groups in a variety of ways. Prerequisite: Principles of Teaching.

Christian Counseling: Agape Therapy
CA3152 (2 Credits)
Author, Jack V. Rozell, M.Ed., M.Dive., D.Min

Agape therapy presents a paraprofessional approach to Christian counseling. Its approach is practical rather than theoretical, and each major principle is supported by case studies.

Worship: A Bible Survey
CA3173 (3 Credits)
Author, J. Robert Ashcroft, M.A.

This is a biblical survey of worship based on the them "Worship in Spirit and in Truth." The study searches the biblical text from Genesis to Revelation, reviewing and interpreting those scriptures that provide insight for worship in Spirit.

Christian Education Leadership
CA3183 (3 Credits)
Author, J.E. Pearson, M.Ed.

Those interested in leadership in the educational department of their local church or pastoring will find this a vital course. As its name implies, it is an in-depth study of the general principles of administration and management as it applies to the church's Christian education program.

Introduction to Church Music
CA3193 (3 Credits)
Author, Joseph M. Nicholson, M. Mus., D.M.A.

The course teaches the biblical purposes of church music, the function of music in church in the ministry to the church, and the role of music in the outreach to the community. Principles for organizing and leading instrumental and choral ensembles are also discussed.

Pastoral Counseling
CA3203 (3 Credits)
Author, Fred J. Greve, M.A., Ed.D.

A basic course in pastoral counseling with a strong biblical orientation. The student will study and practice such techniques as listening, interviewing, bringing correction, and marriage and family counseling.

Agape and Human Relation
CA3233 (3 Credits)
Author, Jack V. Rozell, M.Ed., M.Div. D.Min.

A course in which the theme of love, or "agape," is examined and applied to many kinds of human relationships. Agape is first experienced when the self meets God, and then it is applied to other relationships of human experience.

General Education Division

Introductory English
CA4013 (3 Credits)
Author, Donald R. Tanner, M.A., PhD.

This course endeavors to help the student increase his or her speaking and writing skills. It presents the fundamentals of language such as parts of speech, tenses sentences, and punctuation.

English Composition
Ca4023 (3 Credits)
Author, Donald R. Tanner, M.A., Ph.D.

This course is designed to help the student learn to read more effectively, to understand English more readily, to write more clearly, and to speak more proficiently.

Introduction to Psychology
CA4033 (3 Credits)
Author, William e. Green, Jr., M.A., Ed.D.

This interpretive study of psychology will help your understanding to values and relationships as they apply to all aspects of Christian life and service. Supplementary materials for Introduction to Psychology are available on audio cassette tapes.

How to Speak in Public
CA4043 (3 Credits)
Author, Louise Kimberley Harrison, M.Ed.

This course is designed to increase your awareness of the importance of speech to the ministry. Course units deal with introductory comments on the speaker, the organization of the speech, resources for the speaker, and the intercultural aspect of speech with supplementary reading assignments.

General Physical Science
CA4063 (3 Credits)
Author, Kenneth Wireman M.S., Ph.D.

General Physical Science is a study of the planet we live on, the natural resources it produces, and the contribution science has made in discovering and utilizing these resource.

Introduction to Sociology
CA4073 (3 Credits)
Author, Koichi Kitano, M.A., Ph.D.

This is a general survey of the nature and scope of sociology, including the basic methods and concepts, such as socialization, culture, social organization, social stratification, social institution, as social change. Emphasis is given to the principle that man's behavior is largely determined by his relationship to others.

World Religions
CA4073 (3 Credits)
Author, John S. Thannikal, M.A., D.Miss.

After introduction to the concept of religion, this course surveys ten prominent religions of the world. These include: Animism, Islam, Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Confucianism, and Shintoism, with Jainism receiving minor consideration.

Educational Psychology
CA4113 (3 Credits)
Author, G.J. Thompson, Ph.D., Ed.D., Th.D.

This course provides the student with the tools necessary to make the teaching-learning process effective. It applies psychological principles to the design and guidance of education experiences. Prerequisite: Introduction to Psychology

Principles of Teaching
CA4153 (3 Credits)
Author, Ronald Shaw, M.A., Ed.D.

In this course, the student studies the methods of teaching that Jesus used, and learns how to follow His example. It is designed as a basic survey course in philosophy and methods of teaching.

Cross-Cultural Communications
CA4253 (3 Credits)
Author, Delbert H. Tarr, M.A., Ph.D.

This course deals with the relationship between communication and culture, especially as this relationship affects evangelism of peoples of other cultures. This student is encouraged to appreciate and understand differences in culture and to communicate effectively outside of his own culture.

Principles of Journalism
CA4263 (3 Credit)
Author, Rex Jackson, M.S.

This course is designed to help the student develop the ability to write as an extension of Christian ministry. It covers the areas of church bulletins, news writing, tracts, and articles for publication.

Church History I
CA4343 (3 Credits)
Author, George R. Stotts, M.A., Ph.D.

A general survey of the Church from the Day of Pentecost to the reformation with special emphasis on the Church's origin, nature, purpose, organization, doctrine, literature, problems, and progress.

Religious Studies
The Study of Religion
RLGS 100 (5 Credits)

Basic approaches to the disciplined study of religion. Required for the Religious Studies of major, minor, and area major.

Judaism and Christianity in Encounter
RLGS 110 (5 Credits)

Emergence of Christianity out of Judaism. Historical separation of the two religions. Contacts, points of agreement and disagreement, relationships past and present.

Introduction to Judaism
RLGS 120 (5 Credits)

Basic concepts, movements and institutions of classical Judaism in its evolution as manifested in the literature and festivals of the Jewish people from Second Commonwealth to the present.

Modern Jewish Thought
RLGS 130 (5 Credits)

Themes in modern Jewish thought from Moses Mendelssohn to Mordecai. Kaplan: The crisis of Jewish Identity since the Emancipation, philosophic foundation of modern ideologies.

Jewish Ethics and Social Problems
RLGS 140 (5 Credits)

Jewish legal and moral norms as applied to some of the society's most pressing social problems.

Israel in the Ancient World
RLGS 150 (5 Credits)

Social, political, economic, and religious history of the Jews in biblical times and their relations with contemporary states, empires and religions (Church History).

Judaism and Christian Origins
RLGS (5 Credits)

The development of Judaism in the Greco/Roman world, its relationships to early Christian teachings and its legacy for our time. (Doctrine and Theology)

The Holocaust
RLGS 170 (6 Credits)

A multi-disciplinary study (literature, history, religion, philosophy, sociology) concerning the treatment of Jews in Nazi Europ from 1939 to 1947.

Understanding the Bible (Old Testament)
RLGS 180 (5 Credits)

The sacred literature of ancient Israel and the history and religious beliefs and practices found in it.

The Bible in Jewish Tradition
RLGS 190 (3 Credits)

Classical Jewish commentators such as Rashi, ibn Ezra, Nachmanides, Kimchi, Cassuto; methodologies of Rabbinic interpretation. (Doctrine and Theology)

Image of Woman in the Bible
RLGS 200 (3 Credits)

The place of woman in biblical narratives as well as the legal position of women in Israelite society and the use of feminine imagery in the Bible. (Early Church History)

Prophets of Israel
RLGS 210 (5 Credits)

A survey of the developments of prophecy in ancient Israel beginning with early forms of mantric divination and continuing to classical prophecy and its role within Israelite thought. (Bible Division Course)

Understanding the Bible: New Testament
RLGS 220 (5 Credits)

The contents, background and meaning of the distinctively Christian scriptures.

Christian Classics
RLGS 230 (6 Credits)

Reading and discussion of a dozen influent historic books pertaining to Christian life and devotion. (Practical Theology)

Women and the Church
RLGS 250 (5 Credits)

An examination of the socio-religious possibilities and frustration experienced by women in the Christian Church through the year 200 C.E., as expressed in the New Testament and in both orthodox and Gnostic writing. (Ministries)

American Orthodox Christianity
RLGS 260 (3 Credits)

Survey of protestant and Catholic traditions i American history. (Church History)

Women in American Religion
RLGS 270 (3 Credits)

Historical and contemporary examination of roles, conflicts and contributions of women in American religious movements. (Church History and Ministries Division)

Women in American Religion
RLGS 270 (3 Credits)

Philosophy of Religion
RLGS 280 (6 Credits)

The nature of religion, religious experience, religious thought and language; science and religion, arguments concerning the existence of God, and analysis of other important religious ideas. (Philosophy)

Science and the Supernatural
RLGS 290 (3 Credits)

An introductory survey of contemporary thinking in science and religious studies concerning cosmology and the "transpersonal" dimensions of human experience. (Apologetics)

Major Christian Thinkers
RLGS 300 (3 Credits)

A survey of leading religious thinkers in the Christian tradition from the Patristic period to the nineteenth century. (Practical Theology)

American Types of Religion
RLGS 310 (3 Credits)

The Americanization of European and African religious traditions and the emergence of new religions in the United States.

World Religions
RLGS 320 (3 Credits)

Interpretations of major world religions, basic teachings, practices and expressions in ritual, architecture, and art. (Church History)

The Hero in Religion and Story
RLGS 330 (3 Credits)

The role and function of the hero in religious traditions and stories and the place of story in personal self-understanding. (Apologetics)

Myth and Symbol
RLGS 340 (3 Credits)

Myth and Symbol in religion form psychological and theological perspectives. (Ministries Division)

Applied Dream Analysis
RLGS 350 (3 Credits)

Examination of dreams as symbolic language for both religious traditions and personal experience and of literature on dream analysis. (Pastoral Psychology)

Advanced Philosophy of Religion
RLGS 360 (3 Credits)

Inquiries in the nature of religion, religious experience, language, methods of thinking. (Philosophy)

God in Modern Thought
RLGS 370 (6 Credits)

A comparison of two rival notions of God in modern thinking as they appear in the work of Hegel and Kierkegaard. PrerequisiteL Two courses in philosophy or religious studies.

Nietzsche and the Death of God
RLGS 380 (3 Credits)

Exegesis of the philosophy of Nietzsche (Heel and Heidegger) in relation to "God's death;" responses in modern philosophical and religious thoughts. (Philosophy)

Religious Feminism
RLGS 390 (3 Credits)

Examination of the concerns of religious feminists from ancient "goddess worship" to the feminist impact upon historical and modern religious attitudes. (Apologetics)

The Comparative Study of Religions
RLGS 400 (6 Credits)

Critical analysis of the literature concerning (a) methods, (b) primary problems, and (c) perspectives in the comparative study of religions. Examines historical, anthropological, psychological, ,phenomenological approaches to study of religions. (Doctrine and Theology)

Orthodox Education Series 4 Courses
RLGS 410 (20 credits or 5 credits for each series: 1, 2, 3 or 4)
Author, G.J. Thompson, Ph.D., Ed.D., Th.D.

The Church and its Belongings Series 1.
The Preiest, the Service and the Vestments Series 2.
Public Worship Series 3.
The Daily Services Series 4.

The Church in History
RLGS 420 (3 Credits)

A multi-disciplinary study based on the book B.K. KuiperL The Background of the Church, the nature and the physical preparation for the Church. (History)

Logos Therapy (The Bible Only)
RLGS 430 (3 Credits)

This is a study of the Bible, the Word of God only covering the national and supernatural, angels, dreams, Magi, the devil, healing, disease, and sickness, etc.