New Testament Greek & Elements of Hebrew - Rev. R. Elliott Greene
Devote your summer to learning the words of the Word! Rev. R. Elliott Greene, Assistant Professor of Biblical Languages, will lead you deeper into God's Word as you learn to read it in the original languages. These summer courses offer intensive instruction in the languages and are designed to equip you to read and interpret the Word in the original languages. Each language is taught in a sequence of three courses. Credit enrollment only.

June 3 - June 26 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
NT 050AD Greek I 8:00am - 10:15 am (3 semester hours)
OT 050AD Hebrew I 10:30am - 12:45pm (3 semester hours)

July 8 - August 1 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
NT 050BD Greek II 8:00am - 10:15 am (3 semester hours)
OT 050BD Hebrew II 10:30am - 12:45pm (3 semester hours)

August 5 - August 29 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
NT 050CD Greek III 8:00am - 11:00 am (4 semester hours)
OT 050CD Hebrew III 11:15am - 1:30pm (3 semester hours)

ST113D Doctrine of God (Dr. David McWilliams)
2 semester hrs; Mondays 6:30-9:00 March 17-May.
Purpose: to grasp that we can know nothing of God except he first revealed himself to us; to recognize that the doctrine of God (theology proper) seeks to unpack the teaching of Scripture and not directly the problems set by philosophy; to value those ecumenical creeds of the church which give classic expression to vital elements of the doctrine of God, and whose doctrine is evident in the Westminster Standards; to embrace the doctrine of God not as a bare set of propositions but as the very personal knowledge of God so essential to worship and service and so characteristic of a Reformed world and life view. Topics covered in the course include nature, method, and sources of theology; revelation and the inspiration of Scripture.

CH323D The Church in the Modern Age (Dr. John Hannah)
4 semester hrs; Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm, January 15-May. Purpose: to introduce students to the major events, people, and cultural developments which shaped the doctrine and life of the post-Reformation church; to introduce students to some major writings of the time; to introduce students to the challenges to the Christian faith from new directions in the social, political, and philosophical climate; to relate American history and culture to modern Christianity; to introduce students to the globalization of Christianity in the modern missionary movement; to help students understand the continuing relevance of Calvinism and its ongoing discovery of biblical truth. Topics and people covered include the Enlightenment and Deism, Awakening methods and theology, the role of small groups, Romanticism, divisions and realignments within Protestantism and Calvinism, American Presbyterianism, Fundamentalism, Modernism, Neo-orthodoxy, New Evangelicalism, the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, and the Presbyterian Church of America; Erskine, Zinzendorf, Spener, Wesley, Whitefield, Edwards, Witherspoon, Schleiermacher, Ritschl, Hodge, Kuyper, Barth, and Machen.

PT123D Gospel Communication (TBA)
2 semester hrs; Schedule TBA January-May. Purpose: to introduce the student to the basic elements of good sermon construction; to initiate practice in the skills of preparing sermons; to expose the student to various preaching models. Topics covered in this course include a biblical theology of preaching and gospel communication; the spiritual principles of proclaiming the gospel; the form of the message; studies in text and theme selection, exegesis, structure, and delivery.

PTC223D Counseling and Physiology (Dr. Mike Emlet)
2 semester hrs; Three weekends, February 21-22, March 21-22 and April 25-26. Fridays 6:30-9:30pm, Saturdays 8:30am-4:00pm. Purpose: to equip with a nuanced and practical biblical anthropology that will help distinguish between spiritual and physical issues in the lives of counselees; to deepen understanding of a select group of acute and chronic problems having physiological manifestations, particularly those that affect intellect and mood; to develop biblical strategies for pursuing counselees with such problems; to sharpen abilities to critique the reigning presuppositions of biological psychiatry that serve to undermine Scripture’s authority in the counseling process. Topics covered in the course include biblical anthropology and its counseling implications on neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, dementia, traumatic brain injury, psychiatry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks and hallucinations, attention deficit disorder, addiction, homosexuality, and autism.

The following courses have prerequisites for students enrolled for credit.

OT313D Prophetical Books (Prof. Mike Kelly)
3 semester hrs; Four weekends, February 7-8, February 28-March 1, April 4-5, May 2-3. Purpose: to provide knowledge of the content of this portion of the canon; to study the role of the Hebrew prophets in Israelite society and the nature of Israelite prophecy; to give a biblical-theological framework to understand the prophetic books in life and ministry. Topics covered include the structure, content and theology of the prophetic books and Daniel, the ancient Near Eastern setting of
prophecy, the history of interpretation of the prophetic literature, and the role of the prophets in redemptive history. A portion of the course involves seminar discussions with the professor. Prerequisites, Hebrew III and NT 123.

NT113D General Introduction to the NT (Mr. Steve Vanderhill and Rev. Elliott Greene)
3 semester hrs; Mon nights 6:00-10:00pm January 6-Mar 3. Purpose: to provide students with the historical and literary framework requisite for responsible New Testament interpretation. The purpose of this course is to survey introductory matters that apply to the New Testament as a whole: historical and linguistic background inscripturation and canon formation, textual transmission and criticism. The general approach to these issues is historical, but with an underlying concern for the theological dimensions of each. Prerequisite, Greek I or equivalent completed or in progress.

NT123D Biblical Hermeneutics: OT and NT (Dr. Vern Poythress on videotape, plus two videoconferences. Sessions with Prof. Mike Kelly.)
4 hrs; Schedule TBA March - May. Purpose: to grow in skill in understanding, interpreting, and applying the Bible. Topics covered include prolegomena to biblical interpretation, principles and practice of biblical interpretation, and the question of hermeneutics in the historical-critical tradition. Prerequisites, Hebrew III completed or in progress, Greek III or equivalent completed or in progress, and NT 111/113.

ST313D Doctrine of Salvation II (Dr. David McWilliams)
4 semester hrs; Schedule TBA March - May. Purpose: to understand and be able to articulate the application of redemption, the sacraments, and the last things; to recognize how emphases running throughout the curriculum (redemptive history, union with Christ, and authorial diversity) come together in our understanding of the order or application of salvation; to reflect on Calvin’s doctrine of salvation, thereby learning the necessity of a sympathetic- critical reading of the soteriology of the Westminster Standards; to learn how best to proclaim the gospel and to defend a Reformed understanding of it. Topics covered in the course include the history and order/application of salvation and union with Christ: its context (effectual calling, regeneration, and pneumatological union); its benefits (justification, adoption, sanctification); its realization (faith and repentance); its sacraments (baptism and the Lord’s Supper); its certainty (assurance and perseverence/ preservation); and its consummation (the last things).Prerequisites, Hebrew III, or equivalent, and Greek III, or equivalent, completed or in progress.

PT223D Expository Skills and Evaluation (TBA)
2 semester hrs; Schedule TBA January - May. Purpose: to create an appreciation for expository teaching; to enhance the student’s skill for choosing, understanding, and structuring a biblical text for the purpose of preaching; to provide an opportunity to practice those skills; to encourage critical reflection upon the student’s own preaching for continuing development. Topics covered in this course include analysis of various sermon forms and structures; unity, movement, and purpose in sermon construction; and grace dynamics of Christian preaching. Two expository messages will be preached and videotaped by each student and evaluated by the professor(s). Prerequisite, PT 123. Limited to candidates for the M. Div. degree.

OT052BD Hebrew II (Rev. Elliott Greene)
3 hrs; January 4, 8:30am-12:30pm; plus Tuesday and Thursday evenings, January-February

OT053CD Hebrew III (Rev. Elliott Greene)
3 hrs; Tuesday and Thursday evenings, March- May

NT052BD Greek II (Rev. Elliott Greene)
3 hrs; January 4, 1:30-5:30pm; plus Tuesday and Thursday evenings, January-February

NT053CD Greek III (Rev. Elliott Greene)
4 hrs; Tuesday and Thursday evenings, March-May

Convocation for all students and friends of the seminary
September 3, Tuesday, 7:00pm.

With Dr. Joseph "Skip" Ryan, speaker, and Dr. Samuel T. Logan, President.

Held in the Park Cities Presbyterian Church Chapel.
All are invited.

PTC 261D Human Personality, Dr. Edward Welch
Study of critical biblical and theological issues necessary to the construction of a biblical psychology. Representative readings in the doctrine of the person and various personality theorists, with critical theological evaluation. Three semester hours credit. Four weekends, Friday 6:30-9:30pm, Saturday 8:30-4:00, Sept 13-14, Oct 11-12, Nov 15-16, Dec 6-7.

PRESBYTERIANISM
1 semester hour
Rev. Paul Settle will introduce students to the biblical warrant, polity, and history of Presbyterianism. Rev. Settle is an Associate Minister at Park Cities Presbyterian Church, Dallas.
May 28 - June 25 Tuesdays 6 - 9pm One credit hour

THE WESTMINSTER STANDARDS
ST531D - 2 semester hours
Q. What is the chief end of man? A. To glorify and enjoy God forever.
Through a study of the doctrinal statements of historic presbyterianism - the Westminster Confession, Larger Catechism, and Shorter Catechism - Rev. Paul Settle will lead students into a profound awareness of the glory of God. Topics covered include the origin and convening of the Westminster Assembly held from 1643-1648, and an exposition of the theology of the confession and catechisms.
July 16 - August 30 Tuesdays 6-9:30pm Two credit hours

NEW TESTAMENT GREEK
ELEMENTS OF HEBREW
Devote your summer to learning the words of the Word! Rev. R. Elliott Greene, Assistant Professor of Biblical Languages, will lead you deeper into God's Word as you learn to read it in the original languages. These summer courses offer intensive instruction in the languages and are designed to equip you to read and interpret the Word in the original languages. Each language is taught in a sequence of three courses.

May 29 - July 1 M - W - F
NT 050AD Greek I 9:00am - 12:00pm
OT 050AD Hebrew I 5:45 - 8:45pm

July 8 - August 2 M - W - F
NT 050BD Greek II 9:00am - 12:00pm
OT 050BD Hebrew II 5:45 - 8:45pm

August 5 - August 30 M - W - F
NT 050CD Greek III 8:30am - 12:30pm
OT 050CD Hebrew III 5:45 - 8:45pm

Greek I, II and Hebrew I, II, III are three credit hours each.
Greek III is four credit hours.

CHRISTIAN ETHICS
ST 323D - 4 semester hours
Dr. David B. McWilliams, Dr. William Edgar

The biblical foundation for ethics. Topics include motive, goal, and standard; types of ethical systems; law and love; the adiaphora; stewardship; euthanasia; marriage and divorce; race relations.

Monday evenings plus two weekends
Monday evenings Jan. 14 - May 6 - 6:30-9:30 pm (No class on some Mondays)
April 5-6, May 10-11 - Fridays 6:30-9:30 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

THEOLOGY AND SECULAR PSYCHOLOGY
PTC 243D - 3 semester hours
Dr. David A. Powlison

Modern psychologies present a secular view of persons. Psychotherapies offer a secular cure of souls. Many modern people interpret their lives and problems through these lenses. How does biblical counseling relate to these psychologies, psychotherapies, and psychologized persons? This course will interact with representative psychologists, both non-Christian and Christian.

Four weekends, Fridays 6:30-9:30 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Jan. 25-26, Feb. 22-23, March 22-23, April 26-27

GOSPEL COMMUNICATION
PT 123D - 2 semester hours
Rev. Michael Sharrett

A biblical theology of preaching and gospel communication; the spiritual principles of proclaiming the gospel; and the form of the message. Initial studies in text and theme selection, exegesis, structure, and delivery.

Wednesday evenings Jan. 9 - May 8 - 6:30-8:30 pm
(One hour for student preaching sometimes overlaps PT 223D)

EXPOSITORY SKILLS AND EVALUATION
PT 223D - 2 semester hours
Rev. Michael Sharrett

Methodology for choosing and studying a text for exposition. Analysis of various sermonic forms and structures. Developing unity, movement, and purpose. The grace dynamics of Christian preaching. Two expository messages will be preached and videotaped by each student and evaluated by a professor. Prerequisite PT 121/123.

Wednesday evenings Jan. 9 - May 8 - 7:30-9:30 pm
(One hour for student preaching sometimes overlaps PT 123D)

OLD TESTAMENT HISTORY AND THEOLOGY II
OT 223D - 3 semester hours
Professor J. Alan Groves

An introduction to the relationship between literature, history, and theolgy in the books of Joshua through Ezra/Nehemiah. A preliminary exposition of the book of Deuteronomy will lay the foundation for the discussion. In addition, the relationship between Old Testament, covenant, and deuteronomistic theology will be explored. Prequisite, Hebrew III.

Four weekends, Fridays 6:30-9:30 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Feb. 15-16, March 8-9, April 19-20, May 3-4

NEW TESTAMENT INTERPRETATION: ACTS AND THE PAULINE EPISTLES
NT 223D 4 semester hours
Dr. Richard B. Gaffin, Dr. David B. McWilliams

Questions of special introduction; basic themes in the theology of Acts and the letters of Paul. Prerequisite, Greek III.

Two weekends plus Thursday evenings
Feb. 1-2, April 12-13 Fridays 6:30-9:30; Saturday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday evenings Feb. 7 - May 9 - 6:30-9:30 pm (No class on some Thursdays)

ELEMENTS OF HEBREW III
OT 053CD - 3 Semester hours
Rev. EllioJiQreene

Prerequisite, Hebrew II.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:45 - 7:30 pm
March 5 - May 23, 2002

NEW TESTAMENT GREEK III
NT 053CD - 4 Semester hours
Rev. Elliott Greene

Prerequisite, Greek II.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:40 - 9:55 pm
March 5 - May 23, 2002

For a list of courses taught in previous semesters, click here.