TH 203. Systematic Theology I. (3 Credits)
"This course serves as an introduction to the nature and source of theology, the inspiration and verification of the Scriptures, the doctrine of God, the creation and doctrine of man, and the doctrine of angels. Study includes God’s attributes, God’s names, and trinitarianism."
TH 213. Systematic Theology II. (3 Credits)
"This course examines Christology (the doctrine of Christ), that includes the names of Christ, His natures, humiliation, exaltation, and offices, as well as the soteriology (doctrine of salvation)."
TH 231. Holy Spirit in the New Testament. (3 Credits)
"This exegetical study of key New Testament passages associates with the person of the Holy Spirit. Stress will be on the role of the Holy Spirit in the early Christian community, the ministry of the Spirit in the worship, and interpersonal relationships."
TH 307. Hermeneutics. (3 Credits)
"This course develops the skill of biblical interpretation based on contextual, grammatical, and historical research. The principles of sound exegesis, which improve the ability to understand and teach the Word, are imparted."
TH 308. Gifts of the Spirit. (3 Credits)
"An intensive study on the person of the Holy Spirit and His gifts covering the office, manifestation, and motivational gifts, and how each gift works within the Body of Christ to facilitate releasing the saints to do the works of service (See Ephesians 4)."
TH 313. Systematic Theology III. (3 Credits)
"This course covers the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, how He works in the Church, the nature of the Church, its organization and its work."
TH 325. Apologetics. (3 Credits)
"1 Peter 3:15-18 (NIV) 15But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer [apologia] to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of apologetics from a Christian perspective. Christian beliefs are explained and students are introduced to other religions and worldviews that contradict our Christian beliefs. With 1 Peter 3:15 as the foundation, this course covers how to structure arguments and strategies for an effective and confident defense of our faith, including how to effectively argue for the existence of God, the deity of Christ, miracles, and evil."
TH 344. Historical Theology. (3 Credits)
"This course covers theology in its historical development throughout the centuries, taking note of the development, growth, and change in the church’s understanding of the central doctrines of the faith."
TH 415. M.L. King Jr. and the Chruch as a. (3 Credits)
"The course entitled, ""Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Church as a Social Agent of Change” will explore and examine the theological, ethical, and philosophical foundations of the life, work, and thought of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Attention will be given to King’s understanding of God, Christ, the Church, the move of the Holy Spirit and G-D's mandate to and for humanity along with how the interplay of these concepts informed his quest to critique, contest and transform North American civilization and the emerging global order. Students will be asked to explore and examine the cultural and social dynamics that shaped King’s identity as a minister/theologian, preacher of the Gospel, and his understanding of the church's role and significance as G-D's agent of transformation in and to the world. The Course will also examine Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact on international theology, his cultural legacy, and his engagement with historical theologians, the theologians of his day, historical ethicist and the ethicist of his day, and the prevalent thought and attitudes concerning race, gender, class, and justice."
TH 503. Systematic Theology I. (3 Credits)
"This course serves as an introduction to the nature and source of theology, the inspiration and verification of the Scriptures, the doctrine of God, the creation and doctrine of man, and the doctrine of the angels. Study includes God attributes, God’s names and Trinitarians."
TH 513. Systematic Theology II. (3 Credits)
"This course examines Christology (the doctrine of Christ), that includes the names of Christ, His nature, humiliation, exaltation, and offices, as well as the soteriology (doctrine of salvation)."
TH 601. History of Christian Thought I. (3 Credits)
This course is a study of the early church scholars and how each impacted Christian theology and doctrine. It deals with early church councils and the writings of church fathers.
TH 602. History of Christian Thought II. (3 Credits)
This course is a continuation of the study early church scholars and how each impacted Christian theology and doctrine. It deals with the Reformation and the history of various contemporary theologies.
TH 606. Women in Theology. (3 Credits)
"This course examines the historical roots, key ideas and trajectories of women in theology and philosophy, the passions and contradictions of these women and their effects on various social practices and religious institutions."
TH 607. Hermeneutics. (3 Credits)
"A study of basic principles and specific guidelines of interpretation some attention is given to the historical schools of interpretation, but the focus of the course is on historical-grammatical interpretation and legitimate application of the Scriptures. General principles, such as reliance on the Holy Spirit, biblical context, ancient culture, and different literary genre are studies in this course."
TH 608. Introduction to World Religions. (3 Credits)
This course will study the historical ethnic religions with special emphasis on their comparison and encounter with Christianity.
TH 615. M.L. King Jr. and the Church as a. (3 Credits)
" Introduction to Graduate Studies Orientation will prepare the students for graduate work in Professional Studies through a thorough overview of the program and orientations in student services, financial aid, accounting, and the library. The students will also select a class representative for this course and form learning teams. This is a one-hour credit course."