Spirit-Empowered Living
Certificate Program
The Spirit-Empowered Living program is comprised of 25 credits:
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2 Preparatory courses (English Composition and Numeric Analysis- 6 Credit hours)
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6 Certificate Courses (4 Core and 2 Elective Courses- 18 credit hours)
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1 Ministerial practicum ( 1 credit hour)
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Old Testament Survey
A historical survey of the Old Testament. Special attention will be given to the cultural background, to the theological and contextual perspectives, as well as to the practical application of Major Old Testament themes.
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Signs and Wonders I
This course examines the place of miracles in the apostolic, historical, and contemporary Church, focusing on the Biblical basis for expecting and experiencing miracles, their theological significance, and their practical consequences.
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New Testament Survey
An examination of the New Testament and of the historical, social, economic, and religious background out of which Christianity arose.
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Signs and Wonders II (Principles & Patterns of Divine Healing)
This course is designed to expose students to various ideas concerning divine healing. It includes a study of the principles and patterns of healing demonstrated by Jesus and His disciples. Students are also encouraged to learn how to be used as an instrument of healing to impact the world around them.
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Ministry Practicum
The purpose of this ministry practicum is to provide the student with practical experience in ministerial responsibilities and in a broad range of roles performed in ministry. Trainees gain competence in essential areas of local church ministry.
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Choose 2 Elective Courses
Contemporary Religious Cults
An explanation of the history, theology, and evangelistic thrusts of alternative religious (cultic groups) in America. Each group is evaluated biblically.
Theology & Practice of Spiritual Warfare
This course is a study of the theology and practice of spiritual warfare, traced through the Old and New Testaments and church history to the current day. Various theological viewpoints and practices of spiritual warfare are presented with recommendations for a balanced, sound approach.
Life of Christ
A study of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the Gospels and early Christian literature.
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Signs and Wonders I
This course examines the place of miracles in the apostolic, historical, and contemporary Church, focusing on the Biblical basis for expecting and experiencing miracles, their theological significance, and their practical consequences.
Holy Spirit in the Now
An analysis of Biblical concepts and principles that reveal the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Parallels of the dynamic ministry of the Spirit in today’s world are clearly drawn.
End-Time Events (Biblical Eschatology)
This course is a study of Old and New Testament teachings on eschatology, including those aspects of the Kingdom of God which are already present and those yet to be fulfilled. Specific attention will be given to concepts such as Messiah, resurrection, tribulation, millennium, judgment, signs of the time, and the Kingdom of God.