AP101 Introduction to Apologetics, William Edgar
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. 3 semester hours.

CH311 Reformation Church, John Hannah
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. 3 semester hours.

NT051AD Greek I, R. Elliott Greene
Purpose of Greek I, II, III: To prepare students for fur ther work in the New Testament by giving them a reading knowledge of Koiné Greek. The course is designed for beginners; no prior knowledge of Greek is assumed. The students will cover the basics of grammar and acquire a core vocabulary. During the last semester students will do recitations from the Greek New Testament and be introduced to the issues of syntax. 3 semester hours. Auditing not permitted.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:45-12:30pm

NT111 General Introduction to the NT, Steven Vanderhill, R. Elliott Greene
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. 3 semester hours.

NT211 Gospels, Adrian Smith
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. 4 semester hours.

NT311 General Epistles and Revelation, Adrian Smith & Vern Poythress
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, Hebrew III or equivalent, NT 111 and NT 123. 2 semester hours

OT051AD Hebrew I, R. Elliott Greene
Purpose of Hebrew I, II, III: To teach students elements of the Hebrew language; To expose the student to a significant amount of biblical Hebrew through extensive translation of portions of the Hebrew Bible; To prepare the student for further exegetical work in Old Testament courses. Topics covered include orthography, phonemics, morphology, and syntax. The third semester is devoted to extensive reading and translation of narrative and poetic materials from the Hebrew Bible. 3 semester hours. Auditing not permitted.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:45-10:30am

OT211 OT History and Theology I, Doug Green
Purpose: To provide an introduction to the theology of the Pentateuch; To engage in the exegesis of selected passages from the Pentateuch with particular attention to their relationship to ancient Near Eastern literature, the theology of the Pentateuch as a whole, and to the history of redemption as it reaches its climax in the gospel. Topics covered include the narrative structure of the Bible, the Pentateuch and the history of redemption, Genesis 1-3 as an entry point to biblical theology, and the book of Exodus. Prerequisites Hebrew III or equivalent and NT 123. 3 semester hours.

OT 311D Prophetical Books, Michael Kelly
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. Three semester hours.

OT 323D Poetry and Wisdom, Tremper Longman
Purpose: To gain a strong familiarity with the nature of Hebrew poetry; To explore the theological context of the wisdom books (Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes), Psalms, and Song of Songs; To discuss the theology of OT wisdom vis-à-vis the gospel. Topics covered in the course include the nature and diversity of OT wisdom books; characteristics of Hebrew poetry; exegetical studies of various psalms, Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs; and wisdom and the NT. Prerequisites, Hebrew III and NT 123. Two semester hours.

PT021 Mentored Ministry Integration Seminar, R. Elliott Greene
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, David O'Dowd
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. 2 semester hours.

PT211 The Doctrine of the Church, Sinclair Ferguson & John Leonard
Purpose: to strengthen the student's commitment to and service in the local church and to God, to articulate a clear understanding of the Reformed doctrine of the church, to aid the student in building a philosophy of ministry for the twenty-first century. Topics covered in this course include a biblical theology of the church; the marks, attributes, and mission of the church; form of government; women's role in the church; gifts; and church discipline. 2 semester hours.

PT221 Expository Skills and Evalutation, David O'Dowd
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. 2 semester hours.

PT421 Theological Bibliography and Research Methodology, Alexander Finlayson
Purpose: To study research methods and librar y use designed for graduate
level writing in the theological disciplines; To provide some awareness of bibliographical form and style; To have a sense of what academic research involves, what it takes; to write a scholarly article, and what skills are needed for first-rate scholarly work; To be able to solve, with reference to notes, particular research problems; To produce footnotes, bibliography, and typewritten text in accord with SBL and Westminster guidelines (with assistance from Turabian)
To locate and utilize materials in the seminary's library as well as other libraries.
Topics covered include goals of research and academic standards, orientation to the basic features of library and research, bibliographical guides, bibliographies, encyclopedias, special publication formats, serials and periodical indexes, form and style,biblical studies, church history, systematic theology, practical theology, making a bibliography, and use of computers for research.
1 semester hour. 2 day intensive.

PTC 301 Counseling Problems and Procedures, Edward Welch
Purpose: To identify the essential features of biblical counseling; To identify current counseling issues that are apparent in the church; To appreciate Scripture ’s depth as it addresses common problems such as suffering, anger, and anxiety; To prepare students to move toward people with any type of struggle in a way that is helpful and Christ-centered. Topics covered include abuse, guilt and legalism, fear, anger, bipolar, schizophrenia, anorexia and bulimia, and addictions. 3 semester hours.

PTM 151 Mission to the City, Edward L. Franklin
Purpose: To guide students in examining biblical principles as they are
related to urban ministry; To examine and define urban ministry in missiological terms; To provide firsthand experience in terms of the significance of living,
worshiping,and ministering in an urban context; To evaluate personal tension in cross-cultural situations; To present God ’s interest in the cities of his world.
This is an introductory course in the urban mission program. Topics covered include assumptions for winning the city; elements necessary for urban ministry; statistics and issues in urbanization; reasons for urban growth; understanding cities; anti-urban attitudes; biblical and theological interpretation of our perceptions; incarnation; biblical background to the city; pictures and motives of the city in the Bible; summary of urban dynamics; response to urban dynamics in relationship to ministry models; transitions and the urban church; pictures of the church; models of churches in the city; the minister in the city; and the importance of youth in the city. 2 semester hours.

ST101 Introduction to Systematic Theology, Sinclair Ferguson
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. 2 semester hours.

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