| Biblical Studies |
| CB111 |
Interpreting Scriptures
(3 Credit Hours) |
A study of basic tools and methods of studying Scripture. Methods are applied in class under the instructor's guidance. Basic principles of interpreting Scripture are also presented. |
| CB121 |
Christian Doctrines
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course will systematically survey the fundamental Biblical doctrines of the Christian faith covering the Introduction of Christian Doctrine, Doctrines of the Scripture, God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Angel, Man, Sin, Salvation, Church and Last Things. |
| CB122 |
Theology I
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course will systematically study what the Bible teaches are foundation doctrines of the Christian faith in the area of God's Word, God and Man. Module 1 covers the study of the Doctrine of the Word of God and examines its origin, sources of revelation, its reliability, suficiency and authority. Module 2 covers the study of God and examines His existence, character and works. Module 3 covers the study of the Doctrine of Man, examining his origin, his fall and its resulting effect on humanity. |
| CB123 |
Theology II
(1 Credit Hours) |
This course will systematically study what the Bible teaches are foundation doctrines of the Christian faith in the area of Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church and Last Things. Module 1 covers the study of the person and work of Christ, examining His divinity and humanity, His Redemptive Work and resulting effect for Fallen Man. Module 2 covers the study of the person of the Holy Spirit, examining His Regenerative Work for Fallen Man and His gifts and ministry in the Body of Christ. Module 3 covers the studies of the Church and Last Things, examining the nature and mission of the church and the eschatological events leading to the culmination of the Kingdom of God and the final destinies of Man. |
| CB131 |
Old Testament Survey
(3 Credit Hours) |
A survey of the books of the Old Testament, emphasizing their historic and thematic connections as well as the message of each individual book and lessons for personal application. The books are viewed both individually and collectively in relation to their unity in the progress of revelation and redemption. |
| CB132 |
The Pentateuch
(3 Credit Hours) |
A study of the first five books of the Old Testament emphasizing the beginnings of the Chosen Nation of Israel and her role in the eternal purpose of God and lessons for personal application. |
| CB133 |
Old Testament Introductions
(3 Credit Hours) |
This Course will systematically study the background against which the Old Testament books are to be properly understood. Module 1 will cover the areas of archaeology, chronology, history, canonicity and textual transmission as pertain the Old Testament as a whole. Module 2 will cover the areas of authorship, date of composition, integrity and literary character of the texts of each book in the canon.
This background knowledge is preliminary to the study of the Old Testament. It enables students to rightly interpret the intended meaning conveyed in the content of each book, in its individual context as well as collectively in the canon.
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| CB141 |
New Testament Survey
(3 Credit Hours) |
A survey of the books of the New Testament, emphasizing their historic and thematic connections as well as the message of each individual book and lessons for personal application. The books are viewed both individually and collectively in relation to their unity in the progress of revelation and redemption. |
| CB142 |
Life of Christ
(3 Credit Hours) |
This is a study on the life of the Lord Jesus Christ, examining the prophetic fulfillment in His earthly life, events in His ministry and themes in His teachings, in a synthesized account from the parallel Gospels' records to give a fuller understanding of the Works and Words of the Lord and their applications to Church and personal Life. |
| CB143 |
Acts & Pauline Epistle
(3 Credit Hours) |
A study on the continuing ministry of Christ by the Holy Spirit through the early Church, the spread of the Gospels throughout the Gentile world, and Paul's missionary journey to the different churches and his writings to address problems in those churches. |
| CB144 |
New Testament Introductions
(2 Credit Hours) |
This Course intends to help students understand the backgrounds of the history, politics and culture in which the New Testament was written and the Jewish-Greco-Roman context in which the Early Christians lives. |
| CB233 |
History of the Kingdoms
(3 Credit Hours) |
A study of Israel's history from time of entry into the Promised Land to the exile from and return to it, with emphasis on how the history relates to the eternal purpose of God. This course covers the historical books from Joshua onwards, in the English Bible, and briefly, the prophets. |
| CB234 |
Prophetic Literature
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course, covering the books of Isaiah and Jeremiah, seeks to study the historical and cultural context and the place of their messages in the overall universal redemption plan of God. Attention is given to the missionary emphasis and to practical applications of timeless truths for our Christian living. |
| CB235 |
Minor Prophets
(2 Credit Hours) |
This Course examines the writings of the minor prophets addressing burning issues in their time and foretelling the Day of the Lord. The New Testament writers testified of prophecies fulfilled in the passion of Christ and in the Early Church. The rest of their prophecies on the Last Day will be significant for us living in the last days. We need to hear what they wrote beyond the walls of the historical setting, to hear it deeper than mere information, and to hear it come alive and resonate into our lives, just like they didi in the prophets' lives. |
| CB242 |
Interpreting The Synoptic Gospels
(3 Credit Hours) |
The first three gospels are so similar that it is commonly believed that Mark wrote first while the other two borrowed and built upon his work. This Course will begin by trying to discern the message of Mark and then examine how Matthew and Luke have re-arranged and supplemented his material so as to bring out their own emphases. |
| CB244 |
Romans
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course is an in-depth study of Paul's letter to the young church in Rome. We will discuss various theological aspects concerning sin, justification, and the sanctifying work of the cross in the life of the believer. |
| CB245 |
Pastoral Epistles & Local Church
(3 Credit Hours) |
A study on the Pastoral epistles for their teachings on church leadership and church growth/life and on a contemporary local church and her challenges. Study on the Local Church will cover the theology of ministry and membership care and mission. The former will look at the theological and biblical nature of ministry and the latter will cover the role of church for her members through the variety of ministries and functions and her responsibility for the world at large. |
| CB251 |
Church History
(3 Credit Hours) |
A survey of the development and expansion of the Christian Church from the New Testament era to the modern era.. The study examines its evolution covering the early Jewish sect, the Medieval state church, the protestant Reformation and the 20th century Pentecostal movement, with highlights on the theological developments, leadership and cultural impact each had on their society. |
| CB252 |
Elementary Greek I
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course is intended to help students develop a working knowledge of the Greek language used in the composition of the New Testament. As such, we will concern ourselves only with Biblical Greek and not modern Greek and we will focus on reading the language rather than composition or conversation.
This course will cover two semesters. By the end of it, students should understand basic Biblical Greek grammar, be able to translate much of the New Testament, and use this knowledge to correctly interpret the New Testament. |
| Character Development |
| CC111 |
Spiritual Fruit & Gifts
(3 Credit Hours) |
Part 1: Spiritual Gifts. This part explores the biblical teachings on Spiritual Gifts, their place and function in the local church. Practical sessions teach students how to begin operating in their Gift(s).
Part 2: Spiritual Fruit. This part looks at the Fruit of the Spirit that must characterize the Christian life, especially so for those in the ministry and for anointing in the operation of the Gifts. |
| CC114 |
Kingdom Dynamics
(1 Credit Hours) |
The Prophet Daniel, who lived 600 years before Christ, knew that the Kingdom of God was a real kingdom-governmental ruling over literal PEOPLE on the earth. Jesus brought additional knowledge about it which the Prophet Daniel might not have known. Still Daniel knew there was going to be a real, literal Kingdom of God on earth.
Know your position and power and responsibilities of kingdom dynamics. This is LIVING, TREMENDOUS, BIG NEWS for OUR Day! It is advance news for us, NOW. News before it happens -one of the most colossal event of all earth's history certain to occur in your lifetime -during the very next few years! It is vital that you UNDERSTAND! |
| CC121 |
Devotional Living
(3 Credit Hours) |
Part 1: Spiritual Discipline (2 Credit Hours) This is a practical course from the perspective of the Christian disciplines to bring about a deeper spiritual growth in the Christian's life through the practice of communing with God, meditation of His Word, being set apart for Him and learning to wait in His presence.
Part 2: Life Management (1 Credit Hour) This looks at the practical life of the Christian, examining the habits in managing one's daily living-in the private, at home and at the workplace-in order to be salt and light to the world. |
| CC231 |
Transforming the Whole Person
(2 Credit Hours) |
This course focuses on living the life of faith the biblical way and to understand the complex process of growth in the New Life. Recognizing and rising above our past experiences and understanding that it is in the nature of what God is doing in us in our New Life, we will move forward in our Christian maturity. |
| CC232 |
Roots of Character
(2 Credit Hours) |
It is commonly agreed that a Christian should read his Bible, pray to God and witness to the unsaved. However, without some degree of victory and maturity in some basic attitude areas, one would not have the inward desire to do these 3 activities. This course deals with 5 root problem areas and gives teaching, Scriptures and steps of action in helping people begin the process of spiritual maturity. |
| CC241 |
Spiritual Leadership
(3 Credit Hours) |
Part 1: The Spiritual Leader (2 Credit Hours) Studies in the practice and problems of applying Biblical leadership principles with particular emphasis on the call and the preparation of leadership.
Part 2: Interpersonal Relationship (1 Credit Hour) Studies on Personality types and understanding them for effective teamwork in the ministry. |
| Ministry Skills Development |
| CS111 |
Student Ministry
(1 Credit Hours) |
Each week during the semester students are required to serve in at least one ministry in the local church. Through these involvement students gained experiences on the practical aspect of ministry. |
| CS121 |
Personal Evangelism
(2 Credit Hours) |
A study of the reasons for evangelism, preparation of the messenger and the technique and skills of bringing the core message clearly to the hearers. |
| CS222 |
Missions
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course seeks to introduce students to world missions. Course material will be either from World Vision's Perspectives on World Missions or Jonathan Lewis' World Missions, An Analysis of the World Christian Movement. |
| CS223 |
Spiritual Warfare
(2 Credit Hours) |
This course will study the different aspects of prayer warfare to set lives and nations spiritually free for the glory of our Lord. It will also study the roots and sources of and cause for spiritual strongholds in people's life and land. |
| CS224 |
World Religions
(2 Credit Hours) |
A survey of the origins, beliefs and growth of the major religions in the world such as Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Animism and their influence and affect on Christian mission. |
| CS225 |
Apologetics
(3 Credit Hours) |
Christian Apologetics is the discipline of rationally justifying one's belief in Christianity through systematic discourse. The Scriptural basis is 1 Peter 3:15, "but sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and be ready always to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason of the hope in you, with meekness and fear".
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| CS231 |
Basic Christian Counselling
(3 Credit Hours) |
This course defines the differences between secular and Christian counseling, whilst giving an overview of the different types of secular theories and counseling practices currently in use. It covers the Biblical view of man, his needs, and basic problems and gives an understanding of the Care Giver's role and the various approaches in listening and guiding someone who is struggling in coping with life's challenges. |
| CS232 |
Counselling Theories & Practice
(2 Credit Hours) |
This course provides an overview of the various counseling models so that the student will be able to distinguish different approaches to "problem-solving". It also provides a framework for the student on how to approach problems. Trying to approach problem without a proper counseling framework is like flying a plane without a flight plan.
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| CS233 |
Micro Counselling Skills
(2 Credit Hours) |
Frame within a biblical worldview, this course helps develop effective helping and interpersonal skills for conducting with adults. Emphasis is on mastering the basic micro-skills involved in the counselling process, understanding and applying the structure of a well-informed interview, using influencing skills and strategies in helping clients generate new ideas that lead to action, and finally, determining and developing a personal style of counselling. |
| CS251 |
Effective Communication
(3 Credit Hours) |
Part 1: Small Groups (1 Credit Hour) The dynamics of small groups promote effective and interesting Bible studies which in turn builds meaningful relationships among members in the group. Students learn to inductively draw from a Bible passage, prepare questions to lead the members into personal discovery of truths from the passage and to apply the truths into their lives.
Part 2: Homiletic (2 Credit Hours) The craft of sermon preparation and delivery. |
| CS252 |
The Art of Inquiry: Understanding The Importance o
(1 Credit Hours) |
God's first engagement with humanity was to model the importance of asking questions as an example for us to follow. He knew that such a simple tool had such a profound capacity to teach us to think and grow. What are the values we rely on to make our choices? In working with a wide variety of people in a number of difficult situations, how do we respond rather than react to conflict? The focus of the course is to help us understand and use the tool of asking questions. By learning to ask the right questions, we can open the door to a new way of thinking (by being aware of the lies we have bought and the ensuing dysfunctions in our thought patterns). We can use the power of inquiry to help us understand ourselves, grow with God, and work proactively with others in challenging settings. |
| CS254 |
Foundations of Christian Worship
(2 Credit Hours) |
A study of the foundations of Christian worship and development through the years.
A brief look with periods and forms that have influenced the way we worship. |
| CS271 |
Strong Families for Challenging Times
(2 Credit Hours) |
"Pressures are increasing. Values are changing. Cultural trends are in flux. These challenging changes dramatically affect Malaysian families. Will your marriage and family survive and thrive, or will you be one more casualty? *Strong Families for Challenging Times* will teach you practical skills and attitudes that will assure the success of your marriage and family. This course is for anyone who cares about their marriage and family, not just for those who are facing problems. It is good for husbands and wives, cell leaders, even singles".
Module One: *Growing a Great Marriage: *Your marriage is the heart of your home. If it is healthy your family will thrive in challenging times. If it is sick, your family will be weak. *Growing a Great Marriage* will teach you practical ways to develop a strong, lasting marriage.
Module Two: *Raising Strong Children: *What is a strong child? A strong child is becoming a person of wisdom, conviction, and compassion. Mike and Diane teach this module from their personal experiences and from parenting principles they have developed in the Malaysian context. |
