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Goldenville University 2015-2016

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BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES (BBS) (90 credits) A. INTRODUCTION This program requires students to have a High School Certificate or its equivalent. To graduate, students must complete 13 Cores (59 credits) plus a Senior Project (10 credits), and 7 Electives (21credits) from the following subjects: B. SUBJECTS Credits CORE I: (Required) BE301 Intermediate Biblical English 3 BL301 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew 3 BL302 Introduction to Biblical Greek 3 CORE II: (Required) BO301 Pentateuch 5 BO302 Historical Books 5 BO303 Poetic Books 5 BO304 Prophetic Books 5 BN301 Synoptic Gospels 5 BN302 Gospel and Epistles of John 5 BN303 Book of Acts 5 BN304 Pauline Epistles 5 BN305 Hebrews and General Epistles 5 BN306 Revelation 5 BR300 Senior Project/ Theological Research Methodology 10 ELECTIVES: (Choose 7 subjects) BW301 Praise and Worship 3 BP301 Preaching Practicum 3 BD301 Leadership Development 3 BH301 Homiletics 3 BS301 Pastoral Counseling 3 BV301 Evangelism 3 BM301 Mission Trends 3 BC301 Church Planting 3 COURSE DESCRIPTION BE301 Intermediate Biblical English This course introduces students to vocabulary, spelling, syntax, idiom and correct usage of words and biblical terms in English used in ministry. BL301 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew In this course, students will learn the basics of the Hebrew language, their alphabets, grammar, pronunciation, basic structures and some biblical vocabulary.


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BL302 Introduction to Biblical Greek In this course, students will learn Greek language, grammar, pronunciation, basic structures and some biblical vocabulary BO301 Pentateuch An exposition of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, with emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre and application. BO302 Historical Books An exposition of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther, with the emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre, and application. BO303 Poetic Books An exposition of Job, Psalms. Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon with emphasis on the biblical theology, their genre, and application. BO304 Prophetic Books An exposition of the Major prophets from Isaiah through Daniel and the minor prophets from Hosea through Malachi, with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. BN301 Synoptic Gospels A comparative study of Matthew, Mark, and Luke with emphasis on the life, teaching, and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and preaching. BN302 Gospel and Epistles of John Overview of the gospel according to John and the epistles of John (1st, 2nd, 3rd John). BN303 Book of Acts An exposition of the Book of Acts with emphasis to the role of the apostles and the Holy Spirit, the keys to the success and impact of the early Christian church and its relevance today. BN304 Pauline Epistles An exposition of Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. BN305 Hebrews and the General Epistles An exposition of Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter, and Jude, with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. BN306 Revelation This course is the study of the book of Revelation with all major events interpreted literally, tribulation period, the millennial reign of Jesus Christ, the final judgment and the New Jerusalem.


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BR300 Senior Project/ Theological Research Methodology Students will first be instructed on how to write a report and learn methods of writing research papers using human, library and technological resources and guided by principles of research methods as well as basic statistical tools used in different research methods, ranging from the measure of central tendency, location, variability to hypothesis testing. In writing their research paper, students are required to read 10-20 books on the subject with a body of 50-100 pages, including a table of content, an abstract and bibliography BW301 Praise and Worship A biblical study of praise and worship and how Christian worship can be expressed in the local churches and ministries, spiritual discipline of worship leaders and an examination of the missiological implications of Christian worship. BP301 Preaching Practicum A practical training on preparation and delivery of sermon, peer-assessment and feedback. BD301 Leadership Development A study of leadership development from the aspect of administration, conflict resolution, delegation, character and styles of leadership. BH301 Homiletics This course deals with sermon structure and approaches drawing from the treasures of the Bible, delivery of the sermon and critical examination of some great sermons. BS301 Pastoral Counseling An introduction to counseling theory and students will learn how to identify issues and use the counseling principles to help bring healing to themselves and to others. BV301 Evangelism An introduction to evangelism, the message and approaches in dealing with the different people group. BM301 Mission Trends An introduction to issues and trends of world missions and changes in strategies in doing contemporary missions. BC301 Church Planting A study of biblical principles and practices of church planting and developing church planting strategies.


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BE301 INTERMEDIATE BIBLICAL ENGLISH ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to vocabulary, spelling, syntax, idiom and correct usage of words and biblical terms in English used in ministry. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to use biblical terms in English to communicate in ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Arthur Waldhorn and Arthur Zeiger. English Made Simple. A complete, step-by-step guide to better language skills. Garden City, NY: Random House Inc., 1981.

2. Angus Maciver. The New First Aid in English. UK: Hodder Education, 2004. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term papers (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:

1. Book report of required reading 1. 2. Book report of required reading 2.

Long Paper: Reflection paper with application of English Grammar to the Gospel Presentation. Reflection paper with application of doctrines learned. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BL301 INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL HEBREW ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course, students will learn the basics of the Hebrew language, their alphabets, grammar, pronunciation, basic structures and some biblical vocabulary. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to read and write some Hebrew words. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Dan Cohn-Sherbok. Biblical Hebrew for Beginners. UK: SPCK Publishing, 2003 2. Gary D. Partico and Miles V.Van Pelt. Basic of Biblical Hebrew. Grammar. Grand

Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2007. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term papers (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:


Long Paper: Write a reflective paper on anything you have learned about biblical Hebrew and write some words from the Bible in Hebrew that have meaningful to you. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BL302 INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL GREEK ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course, students will learn Greek language, grammar, pronunciation, basic structures and some biblical vocabulary COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to read and write some words from the New Testament. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. L. William Countryman. Read it in Greek. An Introduction to New Testament Greek. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1993.

2. N. Clayton Cloy. A Primer of Biblical Greek. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1999.

RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term papers (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:


Long Paper: Write a reflective paper on what you have learned about biblical Greek and write some words from the Bible in Greek that have meaningful to you. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BO301 PENTATEUCH ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, with emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to understand God’s laws and purposes for mankind, His nature and how He intervenes to fulfill His plan and purposes for His creation. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Hamilton,.Victor P. A Handbook on the Pentateuch. Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Book House, 1982.

2. Whybray, R. Norman. Introduction to the Pentateuch. Michigan: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1995.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper with application of what you have learned from Pentateuch. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BO302 HISTORICAL BOOKS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther, with the emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre, and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to see how mankind failed and how God intervened to bring mankind back into alignment with His plans and purposes. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. McKenzie, Steven L. Introduction to Historical Books. Strategy for reading. Michigan: William Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2010.

2. Howard, David M, Jr. An Introduction to Old Testament Historical Books. Chicago: Moody Press, 1993.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper with application of what you have learned from the Historical Books. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BO303 POETIC BOOKS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of Job, Psalms. Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon with emphasis on the biblical theology, their genre, and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to see who God is through these poetic writings. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Bullock, C. Hassel. An Introduction to the Old Testament Poetic Books. Chicago: Moody Press, 1979.

2. Fosdick, Harry Emerson. A Guide to Understanding the Bible. New York: Harper & Row Publishers, 1965.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper of what you have learned from this course and how you can apply to your life and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BO304 PROPHETIC BOOKS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of the Major prophets from Isaiah through Daniel and the minor prophets from Hosea through Malachi, with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to see how God use these prophets to guide his people to fulfill His plans and purposes. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Hutton, Rodney R.. Fortress Introduction to the Prophets. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2004.

2. Redditt,.P.L. Introduction to the Prophets. Michigan: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2008.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper about what you have learned from the prophets and how you can apply to your own life and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN301 SYNOPTIC GOSPELS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A comparative study of Matthew, Mark, and Luke with emphasis on the significance of the life, teaching, and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and preaching. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to know the similarities of content in the Synoptic Gospels and the significance of the life, teaching, and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and preaching. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Robert H. Stein. Studying the Synoptic Gospels. Origin and Interpretation. Second Edition. Grand Rapids, MI: Bakers Academic, 2001.

2. Burton H. Throckmorton Jr. Gospel Parallels: A Comparison of the Synoptic Gospels, New Revised Standard Version. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1989.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper of what you have learned from the synoptic gospels, the significance of the life, teaching and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and preaching. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN302 GOSPEL AND EPISTLES OF JOHN ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of the gospel of John and the Johannine epistles, on the significance of the life, teachings and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and ministry. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to learn from the gospel of John and the Johannine epistles, the significance of the life, teachings and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING: 1. Robert Tomson Fortna and Tom Thather. Jesus in the Johannine Tradition. Louisville,

1. Kentucky: Westminster John Knox Press, 2001. 2. 2, Raymond E. Brown. The Gospel and Epistles of John. A Concise Commentary.

Collegeville (Fourth Edition)., MN: Liturgical Press, 1988. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term papers (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:


Long Paper: Write a reflection paper of what you have learned from the Gospels and Johannine Epistles, the significance of the life, teaching and ministry of Jesus Christ for discipleship and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN303 BOOK OF ACTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of the Book of Acts with emphasis to the role of the apostles and the Holy Spirit, the keys to the success and impact of the early Christian church and its relevance today. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to see from the Book of Acts, the role of the apostles and the Holy Spirit, the keys to the success and impact of the early Christian church and its relevance today. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. C. Peter Wagner. The Book of Acts: A Commentary. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 2008. 2. Kevin J. Conner. The Book of Acts. City Bible Publishing,



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper what you have learned from the book of Acts, the role of the apostles and the Holy Spirit, the keys to the success and impact of the early Christian church and its relevance today. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN304 PAULINE EPISTLES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to understand and apply the main teachings of Apostle Paul in their personal life and ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. John B. Polhill. Paul and His Letters. Nashville, TN: Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1999

2. Charles B. Puskas. The Letters of Paul. An Introduction. Collegeville, Minnesota: Liturgical Press, 1993.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper with application of the main teachings of Paul to personal life and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN305 HEBREWS AND THE GENERAL EPISTLES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exposition of Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter, and Jude, with emphasis on the biblical theology, genre and application. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to understand the Christian Doctrines taught by the writers of Hebrews and the epistles and use them in their lives and ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Mitchell, Alexander Ferrier. Hebrews and the General Epistles. London: A. Melrose, 1911.

2. Karen H. Jobes. Letters to the Church. A survey of Hebrews and the general Epistles. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2011.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper with application of the Christian Doctrines learned form Hebrews and the General Epistles to your personal life and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BN306 REVELATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is the study of the book of Revelation with all major events interpreted literally, tribulation period, the millennial reign of Jesus Christ, the final judgment and the New Jerusalem. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to interpret the symbols, understand the message and apply the materials learned to their own lives and ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Hayford, Jack. EQUAKE A new Approach to Understanding the End Time Mysteries in the Book of Revelation. Tennessee. Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1999.

2. Cho, Yonggi Paul. Revelation. Visions of our ultimate Victory in Christ. Florida: Creation House, 1991.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper of what the things you have learned from the book of Revelation. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BR300 SENIOR PROJECT/THEOLOGICAL RESEARCH METHODOLOGY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will first be instructed on how to write a report and learn methods of writing research papers using human, library and technological resources and guided by principles of research methods as well as basic statistical tools used in different research methods, ranching from the measure of central tendency, location, variability to hypothesis testing. In writing their research paper, students are required to read 10-20 books on the subject with a body of 50-100 pages, including a table of content, an abstract and bibliography COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to write a research paper with some biblical teachings on a certain area of ministry and make recommendations for improvement. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Read 10-20 books on the subject. 2. Books on Research Methods, Basic Statistics, Sample Thesis.

RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Completion of the paper with table of content, abstract and bibliography with a body of 50-100 pages. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BW301 PRAISE AND WORSHIP ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A biblical study of praise and worship and how Christian worship can be expressed in the local churches and ministries, spiritual discipline of worship leaders and an examination of the missiological implications of Christian worship. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to articulate biblical form of worship, plan and lead others in worship in the cultural context and maintaining spiritual discipline in order to lead others in worship. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Peterson, David. Engaging with God: A Biblical Theology of Worship. Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 1992.

1. 2 Kendrick, Graham. Learning to Worship as a Way of Life. Minnesota: Bethany House Publishers, 1984.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper on what you have learned about biblical form of Praise and worship and how you apply them in your church or ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BP301 PREACHING PRACTICUM ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A practical training on preparation and delivery of sermon, with peer-assessment and feedback. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to prepare and deliver sermons and make assessment and provide feedback for peer’s preaching based on Preparation, Vocal dynamics, Poise, Delivery and Projection. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Terry G. Carter, J. Scott Duvall, J. Daniel Hays. Preaching God’s Word. A hands-on Approach to Preparing, Developing and Delivering the sermon. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2005

2. Al Fasol. A Complete Guide to Sermon Delivery. Nashville, TN: Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1996.

RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Prepare a sermon on any theme or passage for a 30 minute preaching. Indicate when the voice should be raised, pause, timing, visual aids, etc. Make a list of the books referred to.

2. Make assessment and provide feedback for peer preaching. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BD301 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of leadership development from the aspects of administration, conflict resolution, delegation, character and styles of leadership. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to apply leadership principle in personal development and in ministry. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Hocking, David. Be a Leader people follow. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1979. 2. Mahoney, Ralph. The Making of the Leader. Biblical Principles for Achievement and

Success. Burbank, California, 1985. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term paper (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:


Long Paper: Write a reflection paper with practical application of leadership principles in personal development and in ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BH301 HOMILETICS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course deals with sermon structure and approaches drawing from the treasures of the Bible, delivery of the sermon and critical examination of some great sermons. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to prepare good sermons and to be able to critically assess their own sermons. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Karl Barth. Homiletics. Louisville, Kentucky: Westminster John Knox Press, 1991. 2. Donald L. Hamilton. Homiletical Handbook. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman

Publishers, 1992. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term papers (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper:


Long Paper: Write a reflection paper on how to prepare good messages and how to critically assess their effectiveness. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BS301 PASTORAL COUNSELING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to counseling theory and students will learn how to identify issues and use the counseling principles to help bring healing to themselves and to others. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to identify issues and use the counseling principles to help bring healing to themselves and to others. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Scott T. Meir & Susan R. Davis. The elements of Counseling (7th Edition). Publisher: Brooks Cole, 2010.

2. Montgomery, Don, Dr. Practical Tools for Pastoral Workers. Boston: Pauline Books and Media, 1996.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper about what you have learned about counseling and how you have used the counseling principles to bring healing to your own life and ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BV301 EVANGELISM ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to evangelism, the message and approaches in dealing with the different people group. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be able to understand how to do evangelism and use appropriate approaches in dealing with the different people group. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. George Barna. Evangelism that Works. How to reach changing generations with the unchanging gospel. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1995.

2. Ahn, Che. Spirit-led evangelism: reaching the lost through power and love. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Chosen Books, 2006.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper on the message and the different approaches to do evangelism. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BM301 MISSION TRENDS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to issues and trends of world missions and changes in strategies in doing contemporary missions. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students should be informed of changes in the world missions in order to adopt proper strategies in doing contemporary missions. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING:

1. Don Fanning with Jogn L. Benham and Vernon M. Whaley. Trends and issues in Modern Missions: A survey of Nine Key Issues in Contemporary Missions. Branches Publications, 2011

2. Michael Pocock, Gailyn Van Rheenen, Douglas McConnell. Changing Face of World Missions. The: Engaging Contemporary Issues and Trends, Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2005.



Long Paper: Write a reflection paper on missions to the unreached people and the problems they faced. Suggest what can be done to reach more people. FINAL EXAMINATION: None


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GU Learning Centers – US and Overseas BC301 CHURCH PLANTING ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of biblical principles and practices of church planting and developing church planting strategies. COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students would learn the biblical principles and practices of church planting and know how to develop strategies to do church planting. COURSE FORMAT: The class will meet weekly for a three-hour session or can be conducted as an individualized study. COURSE OUTLINE: The course outline will be provided by the instructor/professor. REQUIRED READING: 1. Ott, Craig. Global Church Planting: Biblical Principles And Best Practices for Multiplication. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, 2011. 2. Tim W. Bunn. God’s Plan for Church Planting. Church Planting Manual. Using God’s Timeless, Supra Cultural Principles. Westminster, CO: IMD Press, 2005. RECOMMENDED READING: Additional reading materials will be mentioned throughout the class. ASSIGNMENTS: Two short term paper (1-2 pages) and one long paper (5-10 pages). Short paper: 1. Book report of required reading 1. 2. Book report of required reading 2. Long Paper: Write a response paper on how you can use the knowledge of what you have learned regarding the principles, practices and strategies on church planting for your ministry. FINAL EXAMINATION: None

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