INTRODUCTION: The Associate of
Christian Arts course will provide a strong foundation in Christian Education, and an in
depth study of the history and virtuosity of the Christian life and its expressions. God
is the Creator of all life and beauty and his creation of the universe is the greatest
artwork of all time. Along with the strong Christian educational foundation, you will
learn the expressions of Christianity through all manner of Christian art, music, drama,
writing, traditions, tokens, types, shadows, preaching, teaching and religious
indoctrination.ACE.l DISPENSATIONAL STUDIES - Credit Units = 5
The study of the seven dispensations and the eight covenants is foundational to biblical
theology and doctrine. It provides an overview of God and his eternal immutable plan for
man and the universe. This study begins and ends with time as a parenthesis within
eternity. This subject will give structure to all biblical subjects, ranging from Origins
to Eschatology.
ACE.2 MAJOR JUDGMENTS - Credit Units = 2
This study reveals the doctrine, as shown in Scripture, of the Five Major Judgments:
Judgment of Sin at Calvary; Believer's Self Judgment; Judgment of Believers' Works;
Judgment of Nations; White Throne Judgment. Who or what is judged, purpose of the
judgrnent, time of judgment, extent and nature of each judgment is also examined.
ACE.3 OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY AND INTRODUCTION
Credit Units = 5
Provides students with a grasp of the central purpose, theme, background, `author' and
timeline of each book of the Old Testament of the Bible, while revealing the Bible as one
book, one history, one story, one cohesive whole.
ACE.4 CHIIDREN'S CHURCH OPERATION - Credit Units = 3
This study deals with a children's program vital to the Church. Leadership techniques,
attitudes and directives are studied, as they apply to the Children's Church worker or
leader, and as they apply to church administrators, leaders and to the Church in general.
ACE.5 OLD TESTAMENT CHRISTOLOGY - Credit Units = 3
This study gives greater foundational structure toward fully understanding the New
Testament teachings concerning our Lord Jesus Christ. The Christological types and shadows
and the Christological prophecies in the Old Testament, given hundreds of years before the
Virgin Birth in Bethlehem's manger, tie the Old Testament incontrovertibly to the New
Testament revelation of Jesus Christ. Together, the Old and New Testaments give us the
greatest revelation of all ages, which is the foundation of the Christian faith - the
biblical unveiling of redemption and eternal life in our Lord Jesus Christ.
ACE.6 THE FOUR HUNDRED SILENT YEARS
Credit Units = 2
The study cover the time period between Malachi, the last book of the Old Testament, and
John the Baptist of the New Testament. Study of the Scriptures and the history of that age
(where God was seemingly silent, as compared to His works prior to and following) will
successfully bridge the gap for the SBTS student.
ACE.7 NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY AND INTRODUCTION
Credit Units = 4
This study provides students with a grasp of the central purpose, background, author' and
timeline of each book of the New Testament of the Bible, while revealing the Bible as one
book, one history, one story, one cohesive whole.
ACE.8 NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH INTRODUCTION
Credit Units = 3
This study covers a most vital area of Ecclesiology, or the Church. Studies are given to
providea thorough biblical understanding of facts that are often misinterpreted: The
founding of the Church; its baptisms; its elders; its deacons; the place of women in the
Church, and New Testament Church government.
ACE.9 INTRODUCTION TO BIBLE DOCTRINE
Credit Units = 5
This study places the basic doctrines of the Bible into orderly form and allows the
student to master a general overview of the subject content.
ACE.l0 PERSONAL EVANGELISM - Credit Units = 3
This study shows the importance of personal evangelism. Scripture teaches it as a
requirement for all believers, and as the primary step in fulfilling the Bible command to
"Go ye into all the World and preach the Gospel . . . ." We teach that to `go'
is foremost; however, to go, prepared and equipped' is far better, according to Scripture.
ACE.l1 THE HOLY SPIRIT - Credit Units = 4
This study reveals the Holy Spirit as a Person of the Godhead. Study is made on his
personality, deity, work in the Old Testament, his operation and work in the Old
Testament, his operation and work in the world, during the time of Christ's earthly life,
prior to that time, and during the Church Age. The Spiritual arts and Gifts of the Spirit
are also covered in detail.
ACA.l2 ELEMENTARY CHRISTIAN COUNSELING
Credit Units = 3
In this course the student will gain an insight into the rich theological framework that
supports and directs a biblical approach to counseling. Connecting biblical doctrine with
practical living.
ACE.l3 CHRISTIAN TEACHING SKILLS
Credit Units = 3
This study teaches the student that although there is the need to rely heavily upon the
Holy Spirit for teaching success, there are also certain scriptural skills. These skills
were used by the Lord, and by Christian teachers through the centuries, thereby providing
examples for more effective communication.
ACE.l4 THE CHURCH OF TOMORROW Credit Units = 3
This study considers the fact that the children of today's Church will comprise the Church
of Tomorrow. And in that light, leaders need to prepare youngsters for the step-up to
adult services, using proper guidelines. Subjects included are: Leadership styles; key
service elements; true worship and its practice; concept of giving; uninterrupted altar
services; secondary teaching aids; involving children in ministry.
ACE.15 DEVELOPING DISCIPLES Credit Units = 3
This study instructs the student concerning a direct command of Christ in the Great
Commission. It serves as a guide for the student to Christ's non-arbitrary method of
recruitment and development of the local church, and to the Body of Christ at large.
ACE.l6 RELIGIOUS LITERATURE: PUBLISHING AND DISTRIBUTING - Credit
Units = 3
This study is intended to acquaint the student with media methods and biblical ethics, as
they relate to ministering to others and the spreading of our faith. This includes any
area of the world, by any and all scriptural and legitimate means, such as the employment
or association of pastors, missionaries and evangelists, publication and distribution of
scriptural literature, and broadcasting of religious messages on the airwaves.
ACE.l7 CHRISTIAN DEVOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Credit Units = 3
This study teaches the believer the importance of, and the value in, maintaining regular
and scriptural devotional habits.
ACE.l8 FINAL COURSE PAPER, THESIS OR DISSERTATION Credit Units = 3
The Final Paper reveals the student's grasp of the information he/she has been studying to
this point, as well as the ability to communicate that information intelligently and
clearly. A Thesis Form is provided with each course instructing students in the precise
layout and information required for the Final Paper, and must be followed exactly. A Final
Paper of three thousand words is required; typed, double-spaced with no mistakes, a title
sheet, title sheet with author information, a dedication sheet, introduction, table of
contents, textual body including footnotes or endnotes, and a bibliography. The Final
Paper is under separate cover from Course Work. Subject for Final Paper in the Associate
of Christian Education is provided by our office, or by the student, with SBTS approval.