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Biblical Studies
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This course will provide an introduction to the Old Testament with an emphasis on the structure and significance of each of the thirty-nine books. Consideration will also be given to the significance of the Old Testament in relation to the New. |
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In this study of the New Testament, attention will be given to such introductory matters as authorship, date and destination of the various writings. There will be an overall emphasis on the outline and purpose of each book. Significant chapters of the New Testament will be noted while showing the contribution that each book makes to the essential unity of the Bible. This course will be taught in three segments, namely, the Gospels, Acts & General Epistles, General and Pastoral Epistles. |
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An expositional study of this New Testament book with a special emphasis given to demonstrating the unity of the book. |
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The student will engage in a verse by verse expositional study of this New Testament book with an emphasis on the major theme of the book. The study will serve as a model of how to apply the principles of Hermeneutics to a detailed book study. |
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Attention will be focussed on the breakdown of one of the four major prophets, i.e. Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel or Daniel with a special emphasis on its prophetic teaching. |
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This course will provide a verse-by-verse analysis of the letter. This analysis will be both expositional and instructional. Significant emphasis will be placed on understanding two important areas of study: anthropology and soteriology. |
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This course will seek to discern Christ’s message in the Sermon on the Mount through a verse-by-verse analysis of the text. This analysis will be both expositional and instructional. |
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This course will provide a verse-by-verse analysis and exposition of Galatians. Particular emphasis will be given ot the defense of freedom for justification and sanctification that is available to the believer by grace through faith. |
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Theological Studies
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A study focussing on the revelation, inspiration, preservation, canonicity, inerrancy, authority and uniqueness of the Holy Scriptures. |
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A study on the nature of God reflected in His self-existence, personality, trinity, attributes, names and perfections.
A systematic study of the doctrine of salvation with an emphasis on the work of Christ and the nature of the atonement, as well as focusing on the doctrines of election, predestination, regeneration, redemption, reconciliation, propitiation, forgiveness, justification, sanctification and eternal security. |
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A study of the person and ministry of JESUS CHRIST, dealing with the uniqueness of His being and significance of His ministry from eternity past, through His incarnation, earthly teachings, atonement and future reign. |
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Pneumatology is the reverent study of the Biblical truth about the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit. This study will focus special attention on the diety, personality, gifts and ministries of the Holy Spirit. |
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A study of the purpose, character, organization and functions of the church with emphasis on local church principles as presented in the New Testament. |
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A study of the major future events in relation to God's prophetic program with a future emphasis on the Lord's second coming and its influence on the life of the believer. The position taken is that of a premillennial, pretribulational return of Christ. |
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The thrust of this course will be four-fold; first, to examine the historical roots of contemporary theology; second, to evaluate trends influencing contemporary theology; third, to consider movements within contemporary theology; and fourth, to investigate the relationship between current controversies and contemporary theology. |
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The student will be instructed concerning the dispensational system of interpreting the Scriptures. Contrasts will be drawn between Covenant Theology and Ultra-Dispensationalism. A history of the development of dispensationalism with a special focus on some of the recent discussions taking place among dispensationalists will be included. |
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General Studies
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The course will present a brief history of the development of secular ethics as well as providing an overview of Old and New Testament ethics. Attention will be given to specific areas of moral dilemma including self-love, authority, wealth, pleasure, ecology, war, unwanted human life, feminism, homosexuality, love, courtship and marriage. |
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This course will examine the Biblical mandate for evangelism and introduce the student to a lifestyle approach to sharing one’s faith. Opportunity will also be given to discuss how to “communicate your faith in a style that fits you.” The student will gain skills necessary for more effective outreach. It deals with related issues such as the role of prayer in evangelism, apologetics, and how a person becomes a Christian. The course will also cover the area of corporate outreach with an emphasis on ways local church outreach programs can be improved and on new ideas for evangelistic ministries. |
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The study of the science (principles) and art (practice/skill) by which the meaning of the Biblical text is determined and applied. |
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A study of the principles and practice of communicating God’s Word. The course will teach a step by step process from studying a text to delivering its truth to a particular audience. |
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A study of the purposes, methods and objectives of Christian missionary work in various countries of the world. |
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The student will be exposed to principles or laws involved in communication with particular emphasis on enhancing their effectiveness in their area of Christian Education. The students will be encouraged to adapt these principles to their present and future areas of ministry involvement. |
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The student will explore some of the major objections raised against Christianity and will be presented with some of the Christian evidences which can be used to support the unique claims of the Christian faith. |
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This course will focus on introducing students to some Christian counselling. The student will learn about counselling theories and issues. There will be an emphasis on counselling skills (the “how to” or the “doing” of counselling). Special attention will also be given to the personal growth and the development of the students. The intent is that there will be a balanced approach to training in each of the fundamentals of counselling. |
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The main philosophical systems which have shaped the thinking of our modern world are surveyed and evaluated in light of Scripture. Relevance to both one's personal life and one's approach to Christian ministry is stressed throughout the course. |
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The student will be given an overview of church history with a special emphasis on the time from the Reformation onward. Consideration will also be given to the rise of the Plymouth Brethren movement. |
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The student will be trained to identify and develop their leadership gifts by identifying the traits of godly leadership and familiarizing them with leadership resources. This course will also introduce the student to contemporary issues in Christian leadership. |
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Practical Experience
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Each student will engage in a minimum of four hours per week in Christian ministry. |
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Students engage in the formation, practice and presentation of a musical and dramatic program in various churches across Ontario. |
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Each student will engage in a minimum of four hours per week in Christian ministry. |
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Students engage in the formation, practice and presentation of a musical and dramatic program in various churches across Ontario. |
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Students are exposed to various world religions by visiting their places of worship in the Toronto area. Information of the doctrine and practice of each religion is gleaned by seminars and interaction with members of each religion. |
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A study of a book about spiritual formation in a group setting that enhances the students' walk with the Lord. Various group and personal exercises enhance the experience. |
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