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- ANEA510/OTST510-999/2,3 Archaeology and the Bible
- CHIS570-999/1.5,2 History of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
- CHIS571-999/1.5,2 Life and Writings of Ellen G White
- CHIS574-999/2 History of the Seventh-day Adventist Theology
- CHIS600-999/2,3 Early Church
- CHIS624-999/2 Issue in Ellen G. White Studies
- CHIS674-999/2,3 Development of Seventh-day Adventist Theology
- PATH505-999/2 Biblical Preaching
- PATH516-999/2 Death and Grief in Contemporary Society
- PATH523-999/2,3 Worship, Word, and Music
- PATH526-999/2,3 Conflict Management
- PATH539-999/3 Church Growth and Equipping Pastor
- PATH541-999/2 Church Growth
- PATH543-999/2,3 Christian Leadership in a Changing World
- DSLE503-999/2,3 Marriage Family, and Interpersonal Relationships
- DSLE541-999/2,3 Foundations of Biblical Spirituality
- DSLE605-999/3 Foundation in Religious Education
- DSLE616-999/2 Collaborative Ministry
- DSLE626-999/2,3 Ministry to a Risk Youth
- DSLE636-999/1,2,3 Seminar in Youth Ministry
- GSEM520-999/2 Methods in Biblical and Theological Research
- GSEM530-999/2,3 Doctrine of the Sanctuary
- MSSN546-999/3 Ministry in Cultural and Religious Context
- NTST515-999/2,3 New Testament Background
- NTST536-999/2 Studies in Gospels
- NTST538-999/2,3 Studies in Hebrews
- NTST539-999/2,3 Studies in Revelation
- NTST551-999/2 Beginning Greek
- NTST552-999/2,3 Intermediate Greek
- NTST645-999/2,3 Hebrews
- OTST500-999/2 Survey of the Old Testament
- OTST546-999/2,3 Studies in Daniel (English)
- OTST551-999/3 Biblical Hebrew I
- OTST552-999/2,3 Biblical Hebrew II
- OTST556-999/2,3 Studies in the Prophets
- OTST565-999/2,3 Pentateuch
- OTST566-999/2,3 Studies in the Pentateuch
- OTST627-999/2,3 Jewish Life and Thought
- OTST674-999/2,3 Daniel
- OTST686-999/2,3 Major Prophets
- THST510-999/2 Understanding the Christian World
- THST605-999/2,3 Principles of Christian Ethics
- THST611-999/3 Revelation, Inspiration and Hermeneutics
- THST616-999/2,3 Doctrine of God
- THST619-999/2,3 Principles & Methods of Theology
- THST623-999/2 Contemporary Adventist Theological Issues
- THST635-999/2 Issues in Origins
- THST639-999/2,3 Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
- THST640-999/2,3 Doctrine of Salvation
ANEA510/OTST510-999/2,3 Archaeology and the Bible
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Robert D. Bates, PhD
The assembling of archaeological and ancient textual material which, interpreted from the philosophical viewpoint of the Bible, emphasizes the accuracy and authenticity of the Scriptures. A study of cultures, customs, languages, and rituals that throw light on the statements of God's Word.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS570-999/1.5,2 History of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
Credits: 1.5,2
Instructor: Denis Kaiser, PhD.
This overview class will examine the history of Adventism from the Millerite period to the present including aspects of organization with key people and events.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS571-999/1.5,2 Life and Writings of Ellen G White
Credits: 1.5,2
Instructor: Denis Kaiser, PhD.
Introduction to the prophetic gift as manifested in scripture and through the history of Ellen G. White's life, writings, and ministry in the Seventh-day Adventist Church
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS574-999/2 History of Seventh-day Adventist Theology
Credits: 2
Instructor: Denis Kaiser, PhD.
Origin and subsequent development of characteristic Seventh-day Adventist teachings in such areas as the Sabbath, Sanctuary, Atonement, Covenants, Creation, Conditional immortality, Worship, Typology, Eschatology, Christology and Righteousness by Faith.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS600-999/2,3 Early Church
Description of Course:
The message and mission of the church; experiences, attitudes, and practices of early Christians, selected for their usefulness to a modern pastor.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS624-999/2 Issue in Ellen G. White Studies
Credits: 2
Instructor: Merlin Burt, PhD.
Issues in Ellen G. White is an orientation into contemporary issues related to the ministry and writings of Ellen White. Among the issues discussed in this course are: Ellen White's role and ministry, her understanding of her inspiration and her authority, her methods of writings and use of theological and historical sources, her use of literary assistants, rules of hermeneutics, her role in the development of Adventist doctrines and lifestyle, and her relevance for today's Seventh-day Adventist church.
Prerequisite:
GSEM532–– Life and Ministry of Ellen G. White, or CHIS504––Adventist Heritage, or their equivalent
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
CHIS674-999/2,3 Development of Seventh-day Adventist Theology
Credit: 2,3
Instructor: Denis Kaiser, PhD.
Origin and subsequent modification of characteristic Seventh-day Adventist teachings in such areas as the Sabbath, sanctuary, atonement, covenants, creation, conditional immortality, worship, typology, eschatology, Christology, and righteousness by faith.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH505-999/2 Biblical Preaching
Credits: 2
Instructor: William Hucks, DMin.
A study of the basic theological, theoretical, and procedural principles required for the construction and delivery of effective biblical/expository sermons. Opportunity for students to do supervised preaching in class and receive constructive feedback. Required for student with no previous formal training in preaching.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH516-999/2 Death and Grief in Contemporary Society
Credits: 2
Instructor: Anna M. Galeniece, DMin.
Designed to help student understand cultural and societal perpectives on death as well develop an increased awareness and sensitivity to the personal and interpersonal dynamics of death, dying and loss. The student's and guest presenters' personal loss experiences provide additional topics for class discussion. The student will understand grief related to both death and loss
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH523-999/2,3 Worship, Word, and Music
Credit: 2,3
Instructor: David Williams, PhD.
Explores the theology of worship and the interrelatedness of preaching, music, worship environment, and other elements of corporate worship. Various worship styles and practices are considered and principles are presented that guide worship within local contexts.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH526-999/2,3 Conflict Management
Credit: 2,3
Instructor: Stanley Patterson, PhD.
This course offers biblical resources and contemporary research informing creative management of human conflict. Included is examination of the causes and dynamics of conflict in churches. Participants develop skills in resolution and mediation. A variety of instructional methods, including lectures, case studies, role-plays, media, and personal style instruments are employed.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH539-999/3 Church Growth and Equipping Pastor
Credit: 3
Instructor: S. Joseph Kidder, DMin
An examination of church growth research, principles, and practices, with a special emphasis on the role of the pastor as an equipper.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH541-999/2 Church Growth
Credit: 2
Instructor: S. Joseph Kidder, DMin
An examination of church growth research, principles, and practices, with a special focus on the role of the pastor as an equipper. Sections of his course will include content addressing the practicular needs of different concetrations.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
PATH543-999/2,3 Christian Leadership in a Changing World
Instructor: Stanley Patterson, PhD.
Description of Course:
Prerequisite:
Track II students first take CHMN 552.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE503-999/2,3 Marriage Family, and Interpersonal Relationships
Credits 2,3
Instructor: David Sedlacek, PhD
Current issues in marriage and family are discussed, and available resources are explained. The dynamics of interpersonal relationships are examined and students are challenged to emulate Christ’s example as they interact with persons from all segments of society.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE541-999/2,3 Foundations of Biblical Spirituality
Credits 2,3
Instructor: S Joseph Kidder, DMin
Study and Practice of Biblical Spirituality designed to lead students to growth in their personal spiritual lives.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE605-999/3 Foundations in Religious Education
Credits 3
Instructor: John V.G. Matthews, PhD.
Focuses on current and historical theoretical approaches to religious education and discipling. An introduction to procedures needed to implement, maintain and evaluate religious/spiritual learning in the church and school
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE616-999/2 Collaborative Ministry
Credits 2
Instructor: Scott R. Ward, DMin.
Helping educators and pastors to collaborate together in the development, promotion and support of Adventist education and schools as creative centers for community life and learning. Fostering discipling as a catalyst for community egagement with secular society
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE626-999/2,3 Ministry to a Risk Youth
Instructor: David Sedlacek, PhD.
Description of Course:This course addresses the theory, practice and application of helping skills to at – risk youth. Emphasis is placed on biblical solutions to real life secular problems. Students will experience and develop effective social skills to work with at – risk youth, focusing on prevention, redirection and restoration skills.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
DSLE636-999/1,2,3 Seminar in Youth Ministry
Instructor: Kenley Hall, Dmin.
Description of Course:Formulation of a comprehensive ministry for a specific age group, culture, situation or approach (e.g. campus chaplaincy, childhood, adolescence, young adult, African American, Hispanic, youth evangelism, visionary leadership).
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
GSEM520-999/2 Methods in Biblical and Theological Research
Credits 2
Instructor: John Reeve, PhD.
An exploration of the methods, principles, and tools for studying Scripture through biblical exegesis and through studies in biblical and systematic theology. Includes attention to library research and research writing.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
GSEM530-999/2,3 Doctrine of the Sanctuary
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Richard. Davidson PhD
This course investigates the drama of the ages: the Lord at work in His sanctuary, revealing His character and His presence with faulty human beings, and progressively restoring them to life and full intimacy with Him. Thus, the course is about salvation by grace through faith within the context of the Great Controversy between Christ and Satan. This study will emphasize aspects that are especially relevant for practical spiritual understanding in the 21st century A. D.
Pentateuchal rituals (primarily recorded in Leviticus), as well as the books of Daniel, Hebrews, and Revelation testify to the following:
- God’s continuing presence with His people, who have access to Him (and therefore to His grace) where He dwells in His sanctuary.
- God’s ongoing, comprehensive remedies for the problem of sin through Christ’s sacrifice, by which He restores His relationship with his people.
Objective: to equip students to pass on to others an understanding of Christ’s sanctuary work, so that they can get in touch with Him where He is now and receive the benefit of the last phase of His atoning work before He comes again.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
- Davidson, Richard M. A Song for the Sanctuary (draft of the forthcoming graduate textbook on the Doctrine of the Sanctuary, commissioned by the General Conference Biblical Research Institute). Chapters for reading assignments (see Topics and Assignments, pp. 6-7 below, for weekly schedule) will be available in electronic format on Learning Hub/Moodle.
MSSN546-999/3 Ministry in Cultural and Religious Context
Instructor: Bruce Bauer, DMiss
Description of Course:Explores missiological principles with an emphasis on the cultural and religious context, and the development of cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication skills for Christian witness.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST515-999/2,3 New Testament Background
Instructor: Robert Johnston
Description of Course:The political, cultural, and religious situation in the New Testament world, with an introduction to the major primary sources.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST536-999/2 Studies in Gospels
Credits: 2
Description of Course:Study of a selected book or books from either Acts or the General Epistles. Greek not required. Not applicable to MDiv credit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST538-999/2,3 Studies in Hebrews
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Felix Cortez, PhD
Study of Hebrews. Greek not required. Not applicable to MDiv credit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST539-999/2,3 Studies in Revelation
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Ranko Stefanovic, PhD
Study of Revelation. Greek not required. Not applicable to MDiv credit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST551-999/2 Beginning Greek
Credits: 2
Instructor: Cedric Vine, Phd
An introduction to the grammar and syntax of New Testament Greek for students without a working knowledge of the language
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST552-999/2,3 Intermediate Greek
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Cedric Vine, Phd
Completes the coverage of grammar and syntax and includes extensive reading in the Greek New Testament. Prerequisite: NTST551 or equivalent.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
NTST645-999/2,3 Hebrews
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Felix Cortez, PhD.
In-depth study of Hebrews.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST500-999/2 Survey of the Old Testament
Credits: 2
Instructor: Constance E.C. Gane, PhD.
An introductory survey of the history, literature, and backgrounds of the Old testament for students who have not had a course on the college level.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST546-999/2 Studies in Daniel (English)
Credits: 2
Instructor: Jacques B. Doukhan, ThD
This course covers selected chapters of Daniel based primarily on the English text with reference to the Hebrew/Aramaic original. Typically offered to students who have not yet taken OTST551 or OTST552. Not applicable for MDiv credit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST551-999/3 Biblical Hebrew I
Credits: 3
Instructor: J. Amanda McGuire, PhD
The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew: a small but practical vocabulary, an understanding of the grammatical structure of the language, and practice in the use of lexicons and commentaries. Aims to provide the minister with a practical study tool.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST552-999/2,3 Biblical Hebrew II
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Paul Gregor, PhD
Development of reading ability in narrative portions of the Hebrew Bible for the student who has OTST 551 or its equivalent.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST556-999/2,3 Studies in the Prophets
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Oliver Glanz, Ph.D.
This course covers selected books of Prophets based primarily on the English text with reference to the Hebrew/Aramaic original. Typically offered to students who have not yet taken OTST551 or OTST552. Not applicable for MDiv credit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST565-999/2,3 Pentateuch
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Roy E. Gane, PhD.
Interpretation of the Torah (Pentateuch) and Exegetical study in selected portions of its books (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers or Deuteronomy)
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST566-999/2,3 Studies in the Pentateuch
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: R. Gane, PhD.
Interpretation of the Torah (Pentateuch) and exegetical study in selected portions of its books (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, or Deuteronomy).
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST627-999/2,3 Jewish Life and Thought
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: J. Doukan, PhD/
An introduction to Jewish beliefs and theology, liturgy and festivals, and thinking and philosophy as they illuminate approaches to the Bible and Hebrew customs.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST674-999/2,3 Daniel
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Jacques B. Doukhan, ThD
Exegetical study in selected portions of Daniel.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
OTST686-999/2,3 Major Prophets
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Oliver Glanz, PhD.
Exegetical study in selected portions of Isaiah, Jeremiah or Ezekiel.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST510-999/2 Understanding the Christian World
Credits: 2
Instructor: Jo Ann Davidson, PhD
Reaching Roman Catholic, Protestant, Ecumentical, and post-denominational minds. Addressing the post-modern worldview, as well as other challenges to the task of theology in general, and to the Seventh-day Adventist faith in particular. For students without a prior degree in Theology.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST605-999/2,3 Principles of Christian Ethics
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Ante Jeronic, PhD.
Study of the basic moral guidelines and ethical principles contained in the Bible Application of these guidelines and principles to contemporary moral issues of special interest for Seventh-day Adventists
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST611-999/3 Revelation, Inspiration and Hermeneutics
Credits: 3
Instructor: Fernando L. Canale, PhD
An interdisciplinary study of the process by which God communicates with human beings and of sound methods for interpreting and understanding the Scripture and applying its message.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
Students can get the books for Dr. Canale’s course going to his web site fernandocanale.com, There they can get the PDF version or get the printed version through www.amazon.com. Also, his books can be purchased from the Administrative Assistant of Theology Department.
THST616-999/2,3 Doctrine of God
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: John Peckham, PhD
A study of the nature and attributes of God and His relation to the world. Consideration of divine foreknowledge, predestination, and providence; the Trinity, God as person
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST619-999/2,3 Principles & Methods Of Theology
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: Fernando L. Canale, PhD
The nature, function, and practice of constructive theological activity. Doing theology: What? Why? How? For advanced students.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
Students can get the books for Dr. Canale’s course going to his web site fernandocanale.com, There they can get the PDF version or get the printed version through www.amazon.com. Also, his books can be purchased from the Administrative Assistant of Theology Department.
THST623-999/2 Contemporary Adventist Theological Issues
Credits: 2
Instructor: Jerry Moon, PhD
This course is a study of selected contemporary theological issues and their impact on the message, life, and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Lectures or papers may focus on one or more of the following areas of Seventh-day Adventist theology: (1) the doctrine of God; (2) Christology; (3) Sabbath, law and the covenant; (4) anthropology; (5) atonement; (6) ecclesiology; and (7) eschatology.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST635-999/2 Issues in Origins
Credits: 2
Instructor: Martin Hanna, PhD
The seminary course entites Issues in Origins is a study of current creation and evolutionary models regarding the origin, age, and change of the earth and its life. Specific topics include the historical development of these models, their biblical, philosophical, and scientific foundations, and theological implications. From a professional skills point ov view, the goal of this course is to provide the student with resources and methods enabling him or her to lecture, preach, and write responsibly and humbly regarding the relationship between science and religion. Furthermore, it will enable the student to dialogue with people in the same fashion, particularly with those individuals who may hold alternate points of view.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST639-999/2,3 Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
Credits: 2,3
Instructor: John Baldwin(Lecturing Professor), PhD
This course deals with the work of the Holy Spirit in the plan of redemption and the divine economy. It will encourage and provide opportunity to seminary students to think for themselves and to reason prayerfully about the subject of the Holy Spirit, and not to be mere reflectors of the thoughts of others on this topic; and to increase graduate student interest in this crucially important topic. It will also provide helpful, factual knowledge about selected aspects of the person and work of the Holy Spirit in the plan of redemption and the divine economy as viewed from biblical, theological, and philosophical perspectives. This information will help the seminary student to understand and evaluate fundamental, generalizations and theories with respect to the doctrine of the Holy Spirit.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
THST640-999/2,3 Doctrine of Salvation
A broad study of the Christian doctrine of Salvation: The author, object, need, agent, process, and result of salvation. Biblical, historical and systematic considerations are intrinsic to this course. While the Seventh-day Adventist understanding of this doctrine constitutes the central focus of the study, other views are also acknowledge.
Required Textbook:
Please, see your course syllabus for this information.
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