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2012-2013 Seminary Programs Academic Catalog
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BiB/the 6020
the holy spirit: a Biblical-theological
investigation ..............................................(3)
Using the methods and tools of biblical theology,
you will explore what Scripture teaches about the
person and work of the Holy Spirit from Genesis
to Revelation. Special attention will be given to
the theme of Holy Spirit empowerment and its
implications for living the Christian life.
BiB/the 6025
theology of the general epistles ............(3)
This course offers you an overview and exegetical
study of central theological themes found in the
New Testament books of Hebrews, James, 1-2
Peter and Jude. You will also explore their interre-
lation to other parts of New Testament theology.
BiB/ite 6031
Biblical and Philosophical foundations
for education ..............................................(3)
This course gives you the opportunity to examine
the biblical, theological and philosophical founda-
tions that determine and shape educational prac-
tice. Reflecting on these concepts will help you
develop a personal philosophy of teaching and
learning and explore its implications in your own
context.
BiB/the 6033
christian Worldview in genesis
Perspective ................................................(3)
With Genesis 1–2 as your starting point, you will
examine central aspects of human existence such
as religion, work, finiteness, gender distinctions,
marriage and family, that contribute to the devel-
opment of a Christian worldview.
BiB/the 6034
hebrew thought structures and
missiological methodology
In this course you will explore Hebrew-
oriented/biblical thought structures as an alterna-
tive to western-oriented thinking and
decision-making processes. You will discuss the
epistemological foundations and methodologies
involved in this kind of thinking and their potential
applications in intercultural ministry.
BiB/ics 6045
Biblical contextualization ........................(3)
In this course you will study how to understand
and apply the Bible faithfully and effectively in a
cross-cultural setting. You will look at the Bible’s
teaching about culture and hermeneutics, espe-
cially language, revelation, truth, scriptural authori-
ty, application and contextualization. You will
assess case studies of contextualization in mis-
sions. Your summative exercise will produce a
biblically-controlled example of contextualization.
Prerequisite:
BIB 5410 or equivalent.
BiB/ics 6077
gender roles and missions ....................(3)
In this course you will examine the various
aspects of gender issues in missions from a bibli-
cal-theological, cultural, historical and missiologi-
cal perspective. You will consider foundational
theological positions on gender roles with a view
to the hermeneutical principles and areas of ten-
sion. At the conclusion of the course you will be
able to express and support a personal theologi-
cal position while, at the same time, respecting
the convictions of others. You will also be
equipped to use principles of contextualization for
gender issues in different cultural contexts.
BiB/ics 6078
ethics and missions ..................................(3)
You will examine the place and validity of ethical
admonition in biblical revelation, missionary
proclamation and church building. You will engage
in a practical study of present-day ethical issues
and the application of scriptural standards in
cross-cultural missionary work.
BiB/ics 6095
Principles of communicating god’s Word
interculturally ..........................................(3)
In this course you will explore the biblical-theolog-
ical foundations for communicating God’s Word in
cross-cultural settings. You will examine the cul-
tural characteristics of various modes of commu-
nication in order to enable you to contextualize
your presentation effectively.
BiB/ics/mis 6096
Biblical Leadership across cultures ......(3)
This course will introduce you to an understand-
ing of leadership grounded in the life and teaching
of Jesus Christ. You will focus on the universal
applicability and cross-cultural relevancy of
Christlike leadership. Special attention will also be