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ground, themes and message, and theology of
the letter, as well as its contribution to New
Testament theology and its practical application
for Christian life and ministry.
BiB 6639
thessalonian epistles ............................(3)
IIn this in-depth study of Paul’s letters to the
Thessalonians, you will trace major concepts, per-
form word studies, develop synthetic charts and
develop interpretive skills. Special attention will be
given to the significance of the letters for Christian
conduct and ministry today.
BiB 6640
James ......................................................(3)
In this exegetical study of James’ letter, you will
explore the historical background, content, mes-
sage and New Testament themes of the letter. You
will also examine practical application for your
daily life and for cross-cultural ministry.
BiB/his/ics 6810
christians roots and islam: turkey study
tour ..........................................................(3)
This course brings together biblical, theological
and cultural studies with an eight-day study trip to
Anatolia and Cappadocia in East-Central Turkey.
You will hear lectures on Paul’s early missionary
journeys in the places described in Acts as well
as on the theological labor of the Cappadocian
Church Fathers. The religious and cultural situa-
tion in Turkey will complement the course along
with a survey on the significance of this area in
the Ancient Near East.
icL/ite 6055
Principles of disciple-making in cross-
cultural contexts ......................................(3)
In this course you will explore principles of disci-
ple-making from biblical examples of spiritual
mentoring and insights from literature on spiritual
formation. You will develop your own personal
philosophy of disciple-making and will design a
strategy for following-up new believers and guid-
ing their growth toward spiritual maturity in their
anticipated venue of ministry.
icL/ite 6056
impacting the nations through
education ....................................................(3)
In this course you will explore culturally-relevant
informal, non-formal and formal education activi-
ties and structures by which you can impact the
nations positively in the name of Jesus.
icL 6310
Principles of Personal Leadership
development ..............................................(3)
In this course you will examine the biblical princi-
ples involved in becoming a leader. You will give
special attention to examining the philosophical
principles of a leader’s spiritual values and prac-
tices. You will focus on biblical principles of lead-
ership throughout the course.
itL 6441
Principles for Leading small group
systems ......................................................(3)
You will explore the biblical basis, structure, types
and administrative activities related to cell group
life. You will develop skills in how to begin,
expand and maintain a group ministry and will
develop a strategic plan for cell ministry in your
current or future areas of ministry.
ics/the 6005
christianity and religious Pluralism ......(3)
In this course you will examine the nature, con-
cepts and expressions of other religions for the
purpose of developing an evangelical theology of
religion compatible with missiological interaction.
ics/the 6006
aspects of intercultural management..(3)
This course explores management principles
within the framework of Christian values in the
context of cross-cultural service. During this
course you will interact with prevailing realities in
other cultures, potentially conflicting expectations
and values, inherently incompatible sensitivities,
and regionally differing resources and networks.
ics 6023
missions in th 21st century......................(3)
In this course you will explore the use of statistical
research in missiology to discover theological and
ethical implications of changing demographics
and to evaluate the changing face of missions in a
globalized world.
ics 6026
mission in europe ......................................(3)
In this course you will analyze and reflect on sig-