AP101 Introduction to Apologetics, K. Scott Oliphint, Thursdays 5:00-8:00pm; 3 semester hours. Purpose: to introduce students to Christian apologetics, to learn the art of presuppositional argument, to learn how to lift up Christ and give reasons for the hope that we have (1 Peter 3:15), to develop tools in order to understand the surrounding culture. Topics covered in the course include the biblical and theological basis for apologetics, informal logic and the nature of argument, developing a world and life view, presuppositionalism, and the application of apologetics to problems in philosophy.

CH211 Ancient Church, John D. Hannah, Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm; 2 semester hours. Begins Wednesday, September 7.

CH311 Reformation Church, Carl Trueman, Mondays 10:00am-12:00pm; Wednesdays 1:00-2:00pm; 3 semester hours. Purpose: to introduce students to the major events, personalities, and ideas which shaped the Reformation of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, to encourage students to think historically about the church's past, to enable students to read major theological texts from the Reformation for themselves. Topics and personalities covered include the late medieval context, Martin Luther, John Calvin, justification by faith, anabaptism, the Catholic Reformation, the Anglican settlements, and the rise of Puritanism.

NT051AD Greek I, R. Elliott Greene, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:45-12:30pm; 3 semester hours

NT111 General Introduction to the NT, Steven Vanderhill, R. Elliott Greene, Thursdays 1:30-4:30pm; 3 semester hours. Purpose: to provide students with the historical and literary framework requisite for responsible New Testament interpretation and 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.

NT211 Gospels, Dan McCartney, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00am-12:00pm; 4 semester hours. Purpose: to develop an initial framework of understanding for interpreting and applying the canonical Gospels; to familiarize students with the Gospels' description of the earthly ministry and teaching of Jesus Christ, and to enable them to understand and apply the theology of the Gospels in ministry. Topics covered include a selective survey and critique of historical-critical investigation of the Gospels, questions of special introduction, an overview of the content and theology of Jesus' actions and teaching, and an examination of the character and special emphases of each canonical Gospel. Prerequisites, Greek III or equivalent, Hebrew III, or equivalent, NT 111 and NT 123.

NT311 General Epistles and Revelation, Poythress & McCartney, Wednesdays 7:30-9:30am; 2 semester hours. Purpose: to introduce the particular character of Revelation and the General Epistles, to enable students to understand these books so that they can apply their teaching to their own lives and in their ministry. This course will deal with questions of special introduction, and will include the exegesis of selected passages in order to establish the structure and distinctive themes of these books. Prerequisites, Greek III or equivalent, NT 111 and NT 123.

OT051AD Hebrew I, R. Elliott Greene, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:45-10:30am; 3 semester hours

OT211 OT History and Theology I, Doug Green, Mondays 8:30-9:30am; Tuesdays 7:30-9:30am; 3 semester hours; prerequisites: Hebrew III, NT123

PT021 Mentored Ministry Integration Seminar, Paul Settle, Mondays 12:00-1:15pm. Purpose: to discuss the integration of biblical and theological principles to ministry situations, to provide a workshop in which each student will present one case from an actual ministry experience, to learn to analyze problems, apply biblical principles, and propose appropriate solutions in the context of lively class discussions. Students in the M.Div. program are required to take this seminar twice; $200 fee per seminar.

PT111 Orientation to Ministry, Paul Settle, Mondays 1:30-3:30pm; 2 semester hours. Purpose: to receive an introduction to the comprehensive picture of preparation for kingdom ministry, including the biblical qualifications for those who would serve as shepherds of God's flock, to understand the powerful ministry dynamic of Spirit and Word to transform lives, to remember the central role of a vital walk with the Lord to effective ministry (Spiritual Formation), to understand the steps necessary to achieve perceived ministry goals (Professional Formation), to understand and analyze the “call” to ministry, to receive an introduction to the Mentored Ministry program, to receive an introduction to the design of the Practical Theology curriculum, to complete the Ministry Preparation Contract designed to coordinate the resources of the Seminary and the church with one's comprehensive preparation for effective kingdom service. Topics covered in this course include calling to ministry, the minister's family life, and spiritual formation, using various approaches to learning, including readings, response papers, and interaction with “Pastors Panels” in which experienced clergy will interact with the class on important topics such as “Call to Ministry” and “The Minister's Family Life.” This course is required for all first-year M.Div. students.

PT221 Expository Skills and Evalutation, Paul Settle (+Sinclair Ferguson), Mondays 3:30-5:30pm; 2 semester hours. 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 professors. Prerequisite, PT 123. Limited to candidates for the M.Div. degree.

PT Preaching Elective, Paul Settle (+Sinclair Ferguson) Mondays 3:30-5:30pm; 2 semester hours

PT Elective, Presbyterianism, Paul Settle Mondays 6:30-8:30pm; 1 semester hour. Purpose: To introduce students to the biblical warrant, polity, and history of Presbyterianism.

PT421 Theological Bibliography, Alexander Finlayson, 2 day intensive on a date to be announced; 1 semester hour

PTC251 Marriage Counseling, Daren Martin, Mondays 5:30-7:30pm; 3 semester hours

ST101 Introduction to Systematic Theology, Sinclair Ferguson, Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm; 2 semester hours. Purpose: to provide foundations for the study of theology, particularly for deepening understanding of the teaching of Scripture as a whole and in its unity. Topics covered in the course include nature, method, and sources of theology; revelation and the inspiration of Scripture.

ST211 Doctrine of Man, Sinclair Ferguson, Tuesdays 1:30-3:30pm; 2 semester hours; prerequisites: Greek III, Hebrew I completed or in progress

Chapel Tuesdays 12:30-1:00pm

Some courses not listed here may be available to students on an as-needed basis. If you are a student completing your program and need to register for a course not listed, please contact the Dean regarding special arrangements.