MT.l BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY I -
Credit Units = 5
This study in Biblical Archaeology teaches the importance of the subject in biblical
studies. In recent excavations, archaeologists have unearthed pottery shards, stone
inscriptions, ancient scrolls and other fascinating artifacts, shedding new light on the
people and events of the Bible. Discover what new archaeological finds have to tell us
about Israel's journey to the Promised Land, the fall of Jerichos Walls, the Ark of
the Covenant, the kings and prophets of Israel, the Assyrian and Babylonian invasions, the
Dead Sea Scrolls and more. This study shows the validity and accuracy of the Old Testament
of the Holy Bible.MT.2 BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY II - Credit Units = 5
This study of Biblical Archaeology includes the New Testament of the Holy Bible. Further
explore and discover what new archaeological finds have to tell us about the time and the
people of Jesus Christ. The student learns that archaeological evidence furnishes us with
silent witness to the validity of the biblical records.
MT.3 THE NATIONS: HISTORICALLY AND PROPHETICALLY
Credit Units =4
From the most ancient times God has displayed and declared his own plan and purpose for
this World. This study concentrates upon the place of nations in his plan. The subject
begins early in Genesis and culminates in the Millenial Kingdom of Heaven on Earth. The
trying and judging of nations have survived, and will survive this judgment and exist
during the Millenium. To understand the whole picture of divine eschatology, it is
important to understand God's prophecies as well as the histories of nations.
MT.4 PASTORAL THEOLOGY - Credit Units = 3
This subject deals with the Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: Who and what he/she
is; family relationships; his/her calling; his/her congregational ministry; and his/her
pulpit work. It involves the stud of the minister s life dedication and devotions, home,
professional life in parish and community. It involves the study of the minister's call to
preach/teach, but will also discuss how he/she will arrive there. The biblical guide and
principles for Pastoral (ministerial) Theology are paramount.
MT.5 PASTORAL 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.
MT.6 PASTORAL LEADERSHIP - Credit Units = 3
This study will show that successful leadership and ministry in a church will reward both
the minister and the congregation, for it pleases Christ to whom the Church belongs.
Varied abilities will be needed to administer the many departments, committees, the board,
department directors, and congregational worship. In study and preparation, it is
imperative to learn the value of real prayer and dependence upon the Chief Administrator,
namely the Holy Spirit. The New Testament gives many examples of the Holy Spirit working
with his people in the administration and leadership of his leaders and his Church. Beware
of suggestions and techniques that are secular in nature. God's Word and the Holy Spirit
cannot be successfully circumvented in the theology of Pastoral Leadership.
MT.7 WORI,D RELIGIONS, CULTS AND THE OCCULT
Credit Units = 4
Students will learn in this subject that the study of religions, other than Christian, is
interesting and valuable. Knowing the concepts other groups have of God, gods, goddesses,
and eternal involvements, broadens the Christian minister's ability to deal intelligently
and on an informed basis in his/her ministry. This study will show how some non-Christian
religions are ancient and some contemporary, and how the more recent religions and cults
tend toward the occult. The investigative study of these manifests the scriptural darkness
and blindness of this present evil world. Only Jesus Christ and the True Gospel can dispel
this diabolical darkness by the shining forth of Him Who, alone, is the Light of the
World.
MT.B CHRISTIAN DEVOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Credit Units = 3
This study teaches the believer the importance of, and the value in, maintaining regular
and scriptural devotional habits.
NOTE: The Master of Theology degree is available with a Major in
Missiology or a Major in Evangelism: