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Academics – Northpoint BibleHigher(978) 478-3400 [email protected] Facebook Twitter Google Facebook Twitter Google Faculty Login Student Login Prospective Students News & EventsWieldNow Who We Are Campus Fast Facts Public Information FAQ Contact / Directions Travel Teams Admissions Undergraduate GraduateStratumProgram Online Education Visit Us Financial Aid Academics Programs & Majors FacultyWonkSupport Calendar Campus Life Alumni Give Watch Online Select Page Academics Programs, majors, and other wonk niceties One Year Certificate and AssociateStratumOne Year CertificateAssociate in Arts Our One-Year Certificate program is primarily for those who desire personal enrichment in Bible, Theology, and Christian Service. The curriculum is serried to expand an individual’s knowledge of the Bible, deepen his or her theological framework, and broaden his or her practical skills for the local church. For increasingly information click here to view our gainful employment information. You can moreover view the necessary courses for a One Year Certificate here. The purpose of the Associate in Arts stratum program is to provide the student with a vital foundation in the humanities and Bible and Theology, as well as ministry training, thus preparing the student to serve as a lay or licensed certified minister. You can view the objectives of the Associate in Arts stratum and the necessary courses here. BaccalaureateStratumBible and TheologySecondary MajorsGeneral Education There are 52 credits that make up the cadre of our Bible and Theology degree.Unelevatedis a list of courses that are a cadre requirement for our wifeless degree.   Theology III Description Description coming soon! Prison Epistles Description Description coming soon! Prophetical Books Description Description coming soon! Homiletics 1 Description Description coming soon! Romans & Galatians Description Description coming soon! Poetical Books Description Description coming soon! OT1321 Pentateuch 3 Description This undertow gives sustentation to the major theological themes of the Pentateuch such as: creation, theocracy, the Exodus, the covenants, the Law, the Tabernacle, and the Promised Land. Consideration is given to original language, archaeology, geography, and comparative studies. The importance of the Torah to the identity of the Jewish people and its relevance to the New Testament are explored. OT1331 Old Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of the Old Testament in its historical, canonical, geographical, and cultural contexts.Sustentationis given to distinctive features, main events and outstanding personalities, as well as literary structure, genre, and important theological themes in the history of warmed-over Israel. This study gives a comprehensive and panoramic view of Israel’s progressive understanding of her referendum and covenantal relationship with God. OT3331 Historical Books 3 Description This is a chronological study of the major events and personalities of Israel’s history from Joshua through Esther. The theological themes and canonical function of each typesetting are studied in their respective political, cultural, and geographical context. OT3341 Poetical Books 3 Description This undertow studies the poetical books of the Old Testament: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon. It stresses the nature and styles of Hebrew poetry, the use of this literature in the national life of early Israel, the theological emphases of these books, and their practical value in Christian ministry. OT3354 Prophetical Books 3 Description This undertow examines the ministry and writings of the Hebrew canonical prophets and is oriented towards the Assyrian and Babylonian Diasporas.Sustentationis given to theology; historical context and chronology; the role and function of the Hebrew prophet; the relevance of the prophetic literature to Christian living; and Messianic themes and their New Testament fulfillment in Jesus Christ and His kingdom. TH1380 Theology I – Theology and Bibliology 3 Description This undertow provides a scriptural and historical study of the foundational theological concepts of God’s existence, attributes, and actions. It addresses the vital structure and various entities of the spirit world. Included is an introductory study of doctrinal interpretation, methods of study of the Holy Scriptures, and of the Holy Trinity. TH2380 Theology II – Pneumatology and Angel 3 Description This undertow is an introductory study of the Holy Spirit’s personality, deity, titles, symbols, and work. It emphasizes the gifts, fruit, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. The worriedness of the Spirit in the modernDenominationis explored. It moreover addresses the vital structure and various entities of the spirit world. TH3380 Theology III – Ecclesiol. and Eschatology 3 Description This undertow is a study of the origin, nature, and organization of the first centuryDenominationand its trendy relevance. The empowerment of theDenominationand the ordinances of water baptism and the Lord’s Supper are examined. Additionally, issues such as the rapture, tribulation, and millennium are addressed. Special sustentation is given to the final judgment, and the new heavens and new earth. TH4380 Theology IV – Soteriology and Christ 3 Description This undertow is an intensive study of the doctrines of man, sin, and the person and work of Jesus Christ. It first provides an introduction to proper biblical and theological method, and examines the origin, nature, and fall of man; the nature and consequences of sin; the Virgin Birth; and the Person of Jesus Christ, referencing biblical and historical data; the work and extent of Christ’s atonement; referendum and predestination; and the sanctification of believers. TH4281 Apologetics 2 Description This undertow is a theological and philosophical defense of the Christian faith. The study includes the impact that faith, reason and wits have on Christianity. It evaluates modern systems of thought and demonstrates the validity and defense of Christian doctrines as truth. It moreover addresses current societal questions and proposes a proper Christian response. NT4381 Pauline Theology 3 Description This undertow is a study of Paul’s thirteen epistles. It includes an historical wringer of the contextual circumstances of Paul’s writings and his theological responses. In order to properly interpret Paul, his Jewish and Greco-Roman background, which impacted and gave rise to Paul’s distinctive theological understanding, is studied. Major themes such as the Person and work of Christ, Paul’s gospel, new life in Christ, the Church, and eschatology are covered. NT2322 Johannine Literature 3 Description This is a thematic tideway to the study of John’s Gospel and three epistles. Special consideration will be given to the historical and cultural context of these writings. Key passages will be analyzed and interpreted for their theological content. NT2321 Synoptic Gospels 3 Description This undertow is an introductory study of the earthly life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. It reviews the political, social, and religious environment of Jesus’ day to bring clarity to the three Synoptic accounts. Jesus’ birth, ministry preparation, Galilean and Judean ministry, and His passion and resurrection are covered, with accent given to the various portraits of Christ. Continuity with the Old Testament is highlighted, and the deity of Jesus Christ receives special attention. NT1331 New Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of New Testament writings in the context of history, culture, and geography.Sustentationis given to the Intertestamental period, Judaism and Christianity in the first century, the life and ministry of Jesus, and the establishment and ministry of the theological church. Main events, issues, and persons, as well as the literary structure and theological themes of each typesetting are studied. NT1330Typesettingof Acts 3 Description This undertow explores the historical and theological significance of the typesetting of Acts. Special accent is placed on Christianity’s progression pursuit Christ’s ascension, the pattern of denomination government that developed, and the theological principles and practical aspects for revival and missionary work. The faith that surfaced in the squatter of opposition and persecution, the work of theDenominationby the enablement of the Holy Spirit, and the continuity of Christ’s ministry by the Holy Spirit through believers to this present time are examined. MF4280 Senior Seminar 2 Description This undertow covers the principles involved for the proper interpretation of Scripture. Genre, literary and historical context, word study, inspiration, canon, as well as a unenduring historical overview of hermeneutics are examined. The necessary steps involved in moving from the text to the sermon outline, with an accent on biblical theology and application, are outlined and demonstrated. MF2350 Biblical Hermeneutics 3 Description This undertow covers the principles involved for the proper interpretation of Scripture. Genre, literary and historical context, word study, inspiration, canon, as well as a unenduring historical overview of Hermeneutics are examined. The necessary steps involved in moving from the text to the sermon outline with an accent on Biblical Theology and using are outlined and demonstrated. MF1380 SpiritualInsemination3 Description This undertow is designed to both introduce and facilitate the minutiae of spiritual transformation. The spiritual disciplines are defined, analyzed, discussed and applied, with the intention of producing Christ-like character. Additionally, various Christian traditions are considered. Special accent is given to the Holy Spirit’s enablement in the believer’s spiritual insemination and grasp of biblical truth. MF1180 Freshman Seminar 1 Description This undertow is a unique transitional matriculation designed to integrate freshmen into the polity of Northpoint BibleHigherand equip them for a successful collegiate experience. Academic, personal, and spiritual minutiae are discussed and encouraged, and focus is placed on the importance of maintaining healthy personal and communal relationships. MF1212 Introduction to Biblical Studies 2 Description This undertow lays a foundation for biblical studies as a discipline. It first provides an introduction to the Bible itself and then to hermeneutics; to the vital tools for biblical research, including Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, Bible dictionaries, and Bible software. It then demonstrates the usefulness of these tools as part of one’s methodology for evaluating both popular and scholarly works’ validity for use in both research and preaching. Finally, a unenduring introduction to the biblical languages as a research tool will be provided, with a focus on proper, original language word study.   Bible and Theology Objectives Every student at Northpoint BibleHighermajors in Biblical Studies. The Bible is the Word of God, and it is the only standard for faith and practice; therefore, a thorough understanding of the Bible's teaching is of primary importance for human life and education. The Bible and its theological framework form the heart of Northpoint's unshortened curriculum structure. TheSemesterof Bible and Theology offers the student a rencontre to tideway life and learning from a biblical perspective and stimulates an well-pleased love for God and obedience to His revealed will. The diamond of the curriculum is biblically based, Christ-centered, and ministry-directed. The focus of this integral semester provides the essential data to enable each student to form a Christian world-view, to develop an constructive Christian life, and to reap a sound philosophy of ministry.   Objectives Memorize and reproduce biblical facts and texts. Trace, explain, and integrate the historical, sociological, geographical, philosophical, and religious contexts of the biblical world and wield them in a trendy setting. State, unriddle and illustrate the truthfulness of essentialDenominationdoctrinal statements. Explain and determine the prominent theological themes in the Bible. Express the historical and theological progression of God’s divine plan in both the Old and New Testaments. Summarize and evaluate various theological positions from a biblical perspective. Demonstrate skill in utilizing biblical and theological resources. Employ constructive methods of exegesis and organize and wield them to the art of writing, preaching, and/or teaching. Identify and demonstrate various spiritual disciplines and practices that will foster his/her spiritual formation. At Northpoint, we offer many secondary majors in wing to our cadre Bible and Theology degree. All Baccalaureate students graduate with a double major. These secondary majors all have variegated undertow requirements, as listed below. Electives are moreover required for all Baccalaureate degrees. For a well-constructed undertow list, withal with requirements, prerequisites, and increasingly information, please view our undertow catalog. × Children and FamilySemesterThe Christian EducationSemesterexists in order to teach and train men and women tabbed to the teaching ministry of theDenominationso they may disciple believers in the faith, in maturity, and in service - whether that ministry be to adults, teenagers, or children. As such, the student may segregate from one of these three second majors: Children & Family Ministry,DenominationMinistries, or Youth Ministry offered within this discipline.   Each second major is specifically designed to introduce the student to the various levels of development, counseling issues, and teaching methodologies towardly to the designated age group. Jesus said the greatest commandment is to "love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind" and the second greatest commandment is "to love your neighbor as yourself" (Mt. 11:38,39). The aim of the Christian Education Department is to develop believers within theDenominationwho glorify God and please Him, who grow in the way, the truth, and the life, and who are worldly-wise to confidently and competently share the gospel message with family, friends, neighbors - the world.   Objectives To teach the Bible effectively, pursuit hermeneutical principles, using towardly methods and materials for the respective age group. To train persons of all month within theDenominationhow to evangelize and disciple in order that theDenominationmight increasingly powerfully fulfill Christ's legation to reach the world, make disciples and teach them in the faith. To integrate the Scriptural principles of Christian Education into the educational ministry of the Church, such as the role of the family, spiritual formation, and family education as seen in both the Old and New Testaments. To wield the knowledge of the historical, philosophical, and theological roots of Christian Education combined with the impetus of compassion for the lost and obedience to the Lord in their ministries within theDenominationof the 21st century. To understand the legalistic duties and complexities associated with the teaching office - such as organizing, planning, scheduling, evaluating, counseling and teaching. To recognize their unique undeniability to the teaching office and to develop socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually as a leader with integrity, modeling a Christian lifestyle to those in theDenominationand the world. To recognize the relationship of the teaching office of theDenominationwithin the whole of the Church. To teach God's Word in truth, making His Word relevant to a postmodern world, utilizing methods and ways towardly for the age of the learner. Close × Music and WorshipSemesterThe purpose of Northpoint Bible College's Music and Worship program is to train students for music and worship ministries within the context of the church, missions, and evangelistic fields. Students are equipped through studies in theory, music technology, sound system ministry, conducting, and auditory/sight reading curriculum. In addition, students are prepared for ministry through practical wits and the minutiae of a theology of worship.   Objectives Cite biblical principles for a ministry of music and worship, explain how he/she would employ these principles in ministry, and practice these principles in a ministry environment. Articulate his/her undeniability to the ministry of music and worship. Operate powerfully in his/her worthiness to lead worship services. Communicate his/her knowledge and/or skill in the areas of music theory, conducting, history, unromantic music, choir, worship band, music technology, and fine arts. Develop powerfully and manage music programs in Christian ministry. Integrate essential elements of worship teams, rehearsals, productions, recruiting, and upkeep planning in a denomination music program. Exhibit his/her worthiness to communicate Christian ideals through the medium of music from traditional to trendy styles. Demonstrate a strong sense of musicianship with the poise and conviction necessary for public ministry in areas of unromantic music, conducting, and worship leading. Create original music that displays a mastery of the principles of harmony and songwriting. Close × Pastoral MinistrySemesterThe Apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 4:11, "And He [Christ] gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service." The mission of Northpoint BibleHigheris to teach and train students for Pentecostal ministry.   The Pastoral Ministries Division, expanding on this mission and with the Apostles' words etched in its core, aims to train and equip men and women tabbed to the pastoral ministry. In so doing, these future pastors are then equipped to go withal and train believers in doctrine and service. They are worldly-wise to powerfully share the Gospel to the lost as well as guide and shepherd theDenominationin maturity and unity of faith. In order to fully succeed this mission, Northpoint BibleHigheroffers wonk knowledge and practical training in pastoral ministry. Communicating the Gospel in a relevant way, to the denomination through discipleship and to the world through evangelism, is paramount. Counseling, administrating and denomination willpower issues and skills are taught in both the classroom and the Pastoral Internship. Pastoral functions - observing the sacraments/ordinances of the denomination and officiating at life trundling events within the denomination soul - are similarly taught and practiced in preparing men and women tabbed and gifted to fill the office of Pastor.   Objectives To integrate hermeneutical skills in preparing biblically sound sermons and Bible studies in order to communicate the Gospel powerfully and relevantly in theDenominationand the world of the 21st century. To properly interpret and wield the Scriptures in various ways withinDenominationleadership, mission, vision, administration, willpower and counseling. To demonstrate talky and methodological skills in preaching and teaching the Word of God clearly, powerfully and soundly. To examine their undeniability to the pastoral ministry, and recognize and mature within the gifting for such ministry. To understand the legalistic duties and complexities associated with the pastoral office - such as organization, structure, polity, and finances. To officiate at the various functions within the local denomination and community. To understand the importance of not only the role and caring speciality of ministry but the value of "being". Close × Urban MinistrySemesterGraduates of Northpoint Bible College's Urban Ministries program will minister in major urban centers throughout the United States evangelizing, planting churches, nurturing converts and training believers to proclaim the Gospel within the inner municipality culture. Churches which they have established will in turn plant and support other congregations as needed. The goal of the Urban Ministries second major is to prepare students for constructive ministry in the urban setting equipped with an understanding of the biblical understructure for ethnic and cultural diversity. The focus will be on evangelism, denomination planting, discipleship, leadership training, polity minutiae and identifying, confronting and transforming urban wronging and privation.   Objectives Identify urban areas in need of a Pentecostal church.Pinpointpastoral issues in the urban setting. Articulate a philosophy of urban ministry. Write a vision statement, goals and objectives for a specific urban ministry. Explore and describe various urban ministry models. Identify and develop individual leadership qualities and skills in the believers. Motivate and influence others for urban evangelization and ministry. Close × World MissionsSemesterThe Missions Department seeks to guide the student in minutiae of a biblical theology and biblical philosophy of missions, and to provide practical vocational preparation for cross-cultural ministry, whether at home or abroad. Essential elements of the Missions Program will build upon the student's major cadre course, and will include an introductory overview of missions theology, history, and practice; realities of missionary life and work; principles of ethnic denomination planting and partnership; exposure to missions literature and missionary statesmen.The student will have opportunities for practical wits in cross-cultural ministry as well.   Objectives Apprehend through biblical study the missionary heart of God and sense the urgency to communicate the Christian faith to every member of this generation as quickly and powerfully as possible.Reapan understanding of and respect for persons of other cultures, while not sacrificing biblical values and standards.Wieldvital principles and practices of missionary work in respect to relationships with missionary associates, with nationals, and with the national church. Articulate current missiological concepts and strategies and wield theological, historical, and cultural principles in planning for evangelism, discipleship of believers, and leadership training for the national denomination of any culture. Produce in others, by preaching, teaching, and corporate prayer, a spiritual undersong for the lost of today's world. Close Children & Family Ministry PM3251 Homiletics I 2 Description This undertow covers sermon preparation and delivery. It is designed to develop an constructive preaching ministry. Special accent is given to the minutiae of each segment of the sermon while maintaining unity of theme throughout. Construction and distinctives of topical, textual, and expository sermons will be studied. Practical using includes classroom preaching, and written sermon evaluation. This undertow is a prerequisite to Homiletics II (Expository Preaching). PM4224DenominationLaw 2 Description This undertow is designed to warn students with those areas of the law that may impact them and their careers in ministry. It will provide a vital understanding of unstipulated legal principles and the using of law, both worldwide and statutory, to given circumstances. The reading will involve both text typesetting assignments and specimen studies. While not designed to be a law school course, it will squire student in the wringer of legal issues and provide the understructure for sound judgment and decisions in both merchantry and denomination life. Areas to be covered include contract law, tort law, corporate law, real manor transactions, ramble law (free speech and self-rule of religion). As well as charitable corporation/tax exemption, tax law related to churches and clergy. And finally, clergy privilege and employment/discrimination law. PM4252 Homiletics II 2 Description This undertow emphasizes the process of developing expository sermons. Classroom activities, exercises, and preaching assignments provide opportunity for practical application. Evaluation of strengths and weaknesses are designed to modernize effectiveness. Prerequisite: Homiletics I. PS2374 Human Growth andMinutiae3 Description This undertow is designed to provide a wholesale yet comprehensive understanding of the psychological, biological, social, and spiritual stages of human minutiae from lineage to adolescence. It addresses the various cognitive, affective, behavioral, and spiritual effects that result in the growth and minutiae process. CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. CE2321 Intro to Children and Family Ministry 3 Description This undertow provides an overview of children and family ministry in a trendy context. It explores the minutiae of programs towardly for children and families, from salvation to maturity in Christ.Accentis placed on adapting ministry to any context or locale. CE3191 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. CE3192 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. CE3255 Principles and Methods of Teaching 2 Description This undertow is an introduction to vital principles of the teaching and learning process. It considers methods workable to teaching the Bible and curriculum within the context of the local denomination and para-church organizations.Accentis placed on lesson preparation, age-appropriate methodologies, with opportunity given for in-class practice. CE3361 Children’s Pastor 3 Description This undertow examines pastoral ministry to children, including the undeniability of the children’s pastor.Sustentationis given to the administration, development, and evaluation of children’s programs; staff relationships, recruiting, and the integration of children’s ministries into the overall mission of the church.Constructiveinteraction with leadership is considered.Accentis placed on the evangelization of children. CE3372 Counseling Children and Youth 3 Description This undertow is a practical study of the dynamics of counseling children and youth. Techniques of counseling are explored, as well as psychological perspectives within the framework of a biblical worldview.Vitalcounseling skills such as listening, empathy, and problem definition and refinement are developed.Sustentationwill be given to determining when professional referrals are warranted. CE4253 CreativeLiaisonto Children/Youth 2 Description This undertow explores the art and science of creative liaison to children, youth and young adults. Methods and models of preparation and wordage are examined. Formulation, application, evaluation and minutiae of age towardly liaison are discussed, and opportunity is given to wield these skills in the classroom contest.Accentis placed on the evangelization of children, teens and young adults. Opportunity is provided to apply, evaluate, and develop these skills in the classroom context. CE4274 Team LeadershipMinutiae2 Description This undertow covers the minutiae of both sultana and youth leadership teams. It includes practical suggestions for enlisting the support of the pastor, parents, and the congregation. Consideration is given to working with and developing interns. The undertow moreover addresses the issue of cultural relevance in reaching the current generation of young people. Five contact points are considered for assessing youth, children, and family ministries. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. View Objectives Ministry Leadership PM2321DenominationAdministration 3 Description The undertow addresses the day-to-day work of the pastor in overseeing the wires of the local church. Special consideration is given to developing a philosophy of ministry, pastor/staff relations, pastor/board relations, mismatch resolution, risk management, lay leadership training and parliamentary procedures. PM3251 Homiletics I 2 Description This undertow covers sermon preparation and delivery. It is designed to develop an constructive preaching ministry. Special accent is given to the minutiae of each segment of the sermon while maintaining unity of theme throughout. Construction and distinctives of topical, textual, and expository sermons will be studied. Practical using includes classroom preaching, and written sermon evaluation. This undertow is a prerequisite to Homiletics II (Expository Preaching). PM3371 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling 3 Description This undertow presents a biblical understanding of the role of the pastor as counselor.Vitalcounseling skills are introduced including listening, empathy, problem definition and clarification, and use of the Bible. Alternate counseling strategies and formats are covered. A biblical perspective on issues such as pain, anxiety, loneliness, depression, fear, anger, guilt, and forgiveness will be presented. PM4224DenominationLaw 2 Description This undertow is designed to warn students with those areas of the law that may impact them and their careers in ministry. It will provide a vital understanding of unstipulated legal principles and the using of law, both worldwide and statutory, to given circumstances. The reading will involve both text typesetting assignments and specimen studies. While not designed to be a law school course, it will squire student in the wringer of legal issues and provide the understructure for sound judgment and decisions in both merchantry and denomination life. Areas to be covered include contract law, tort law, corporate law, real manor transactions, ramble law (free speech and self-rule of religion). As well as charitable corporation/tax exemption, tax law related to churches and clergy. And finally, clergy privilege and employment/discrimination law. CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. CE2213 Introduction toSultanaMinistry 2 Description This undertow is a biblical, historical, theological, and trendy study of the church’s ministry to adults. Examination of sultana psychology, sociology, and spiritual needs are emphasized.Remotersustentation is given to constructive methodology, approach, and setting in ministering to adults. CE2321 Intro to Children and Family Ministry 3 Description This undertow provides an overview of children and family ministry in a trendy context. It explores the minutiae of programs towardly for children and families, from salvation to maturity in Christ.Accentis placed on adapting ministry to any context or locale. CE2322 Introduction to Youth Ministry 3 Description This undertow provides practical guidance for profitable the local denomination in reaching youth from junior upper through higher age. It explores the minutiae of programs workable to the needs of youths in terms of worship, evangelism, fellowship, and biblical education. Various curricular materials and sources are examined. CE3191 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. CE3192 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. CE3255 Principles and Methods of Teaching 2 Description This undertow is an introduction to vital principles of the teaching and learning process. It considers methods workable to teaching the Bible and curriculum within the context of the local denomination and para-church organizations.Accentis placed on lesson preparation, age-appropriate methodologies, with opportunity given for in-class practice. CE4274 Team LeadershipMinutiae2 Description This undertow covers the minutiae of both sultana and youth leadership teams. It includes practical suggestions for enlisting the support of the pastor, parents, and the congregation. Consideration is given to working with and developing interns. The undertow moreover addresses the issue of cultural relevance in reaching the current generation of young people. Five contact points are considered for assessing youth, children, and family ministries. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. View Objectives Student Ministry PM3251 Homiletics I 2 Description This undertow covers sermon preparation and delivery. It is designed to develop an constructive preaching ministry. Special accent is given to the minutiae of each segment of the sermon while maintaining unity of theme throughout. Construction and distinctives of topical, textual, and expository sermons will be studied. Practical using includes classroom preaching, and written sermon evaluation. This undertow is a prerequisite to Homiletics II (Expository Preaching). PM4224DenominationLaw 2 Description This undertow is designed to warn students with those areas of the law that may impact them and their careers in ministry. It will provide a vital understanding of unstipulated legal principles and the using of law, both worldwide and statutory, to given circumstances. The reading will involve both text typesetting assignments and specimen studies. While not designed to be a law school course, it will squire student in the wringer of legal issues and provide the understructure for sound judgment and decisions in both merchantry and denomination life. Areas to be covered include contract law, tort law, corporate law, real manor transactions, ramble law (free speech and self-rule of religion). As well as charitable corporation/tax exemption, tax law related to churches and clergy. And finally, clergy privilege and employment/discrimination law. PM4252 Homiletics II 2 Description This undertow emphasizes the process of developing expository sermons. Classroom activities, exercises, and preaching assignments provide opportunity for practical application. Evaluation of strengths and weaknesses are designed to modernize effectiveness. Prerequisite: Homiletics I. PS2374 Human Growth andMinutiae3 Description This undertow is designed to provide a wholesale yet comprehensive understanding of the psychological, biological, social, and spiritual stages of human minutiae from lineage to adolescence. It addresses the various cognitive, affective, behavioral, and spiritual effects that result in the growth and minutiae process. CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. CE2322 Introduction to Youth Ministry 3 Description This undertow provides practical guidance for profitable the local denomination in reaching youth from junior upper through higher age. It explores the minutiae of programs workable to the needs of youths in terms of worship, evangelism, fellowship, and biblical education. Various curricular materials and sources are examined. CE3191 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. CE3192 Christian Service C.E. Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. CE3255 Principles and Methods of Teaching 2 Description This undertow is an introduction to vital principles of the teaching and learning process. It considers methods workable to teaching the Bible and curriculum within the context of the local denomination and para-church organizations.Accentis placed on lesson preparation, age-appropriate methodologies, with opportunity given for in-class practice. CE3362 Youth Pastor 3 Description This undertow examines pastoral ministry to youth, including the undeniability of the youth pastor.Sustentationis given to the administration, development, and evaluation of youth ministries, as well as staff relationships, recruiting, and the integration of youth ministries into the overall mission of the church.Constructiveinteraction with leadership is considered.Accentis placed on the evangelization of youth. CE3372 Counseling Children and Youth 3 Description This undertow is a practical study of the dynamics of counseling children and youth. Techniques of counseling are explored, as well as psychological perspectives within the framework of a biblical worldview.Vitalcounseling skills such as listening, empathy, and problem definition and refinement are developed.Sustentationwill be given to determining when professional referrals are warranted. CE4253 CreativeLiaisonto Children/Youth 2 Description This undertow explores the art and science of creative liaison to children, youth and young adults. Methods and models of preparation and wordage are examined. Formulation, application, evaluation and minutiae of age towardly liaison are discussed, and opportunity is given to wield these skills in the classroom contest.Accentis placed on the evangelization of children, teens and young adults. Opportunity is provided to apply, evaluate, and develop these skills in the classroom context. CE4274 Team LeadershipMinutiae2 Description This undertow covers the minutiae of both sultana and youth leadership teams. It includes practical suggestions for enlisting the support of the pastor, parents, and the congregation. Consideration is given to working with and developing interns. The undertow moreover addresses the issue of cultural relevance in reaching the current generation of young people. Five contact points are considered for assessing youth, children, and family ministries. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. View Objectives Worship Arts Ministry MU2060 CollegeVoices0.5 Description This is a vocal performance matriculation that focuses on music from variegated stylistic periods and genres, such as Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Gospel, and Progressive Praise and Worship in four or increasingly part harmony. Repertoire varies annually.Sustentationis given to developing vocal skills, music score reading, and diction. Individual study is misogynist for those interested in auditioning for solos. The ensemble is unshut to students and other members of the Northpoint family by hearing or invitation. Auditions are held at the whence of the semester. Enrollment is based on personal musicianship, voice quality, experience, and music reading ability. All members are required to participate in fall and spring concerts and several shorter performances on campus, and a spring tour. MU2162UnromanticPiano 1 Description This undertow is designed to develop and modernize the use and agility of fingers, the worthiness to read musical terms, and the understanding of dynamics in the interpretation of the composition. Individual teachers are prescribed based on the pianist’s proficiency. MU2163UnromanticVoice 1 Description This undertow offers an individualized program of study focusing on vocal techniques and how to modernize and tenancy one’s voice. It covers a variety of repertoire and vocal skills such as tone production, vapor control, resonance, enunciation, pronunciation, and employs the medium of exercises and songs suitable for the particular soloist to complement theory. Primary songs in English, Italian, German, and French are studied, with the occasional inclusion of songs in other languages. Art songs, as well as arias from opera and oratorio will be studied not only for minutiae of vocal technique, but moreover for the minutiae of musicianship and performance style. MU2164MatriculationPiano 1 Description This undertow is designed for group instruction of beginners with no note-reading skill. It is a systematic tideway to the reading of pitch and rhythm, as well as the minutiae of secure technique. This undertow is recommended for students with no previous keyboard training (prior to whence MU2162). MU2201 Drama 2 Description This undertow employs interactive exercises in the fundamentals of vicarial and improvisation. Script minutiae and selection, pre-production preparation, blocking, vicarial techniques, rehearsals, and performance will be studied. Additional objectives include the minutiae of an hearing monologue and learning the essentials of production preparation. MU2251 Music Theory I 2 Description This undertow is introduces fundamental concepts of music with the focus on tonality, key, modes, intervals, transposition, chord progressions, cadences, non-harmonic tones, harmonic analysis, and melodic organization and structure.Accentis placed on less worldwide chord progressions and part-writing procedures. The matriculation will provide the wits of composing an original piece or an original wattle of an existing song/chorus. MU2281 Essentials of Worship Leading 2 Description This undertow is a biblical, theological, and historical survey of praise and worship and its role in the local church. Practical instruction is given in song leading in the context of worship and how to prepare a worship program for the local denomination that embraces denomination tradition and trendy trends. MU3151 Auditory Theory I 1 Description This undertow focuses on sight reading and singing of rhythms and pitches. It provides a vital understanding of “fixed-do solfege” and rhythmic reading. The objectives are to sight read melodies in various clefs, identify intervals, and recognize harmonic progressions. Practice dictations trailblaze theoretical study. Auditory Theory I is a complimentary lab undertow to Music Theory I. Prerequisite: MU1210. MU3153 Auditory Theory II 1 Description This undertow is a continuation of Auditory Theory I with progressively challenging exercises. A study of scales, modes, intervals, and chords, concludes with listening to and analyzing a four-part musical piece. It explores the use of intervals, chords, inversions, sequences, cadences, non-harmonic tones, rhythmic repetitions, and triplet figures. It moreover covers singing at sight, melodic and harmonic dictations, and keyboard harmony. To be taken meantime with towardly music theory class. Prerequisite: MU3151. MU3191 Christian Service Music Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. MU3192 Christian Service Music Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. MU3204 Song Writing and Arranging 2 Description This undertow discusses techniques in composing original worship and trendy Christian music. It includes instruction on arranging of denomination choral and instrumental music. MU3252 Music Theory II 2 Description This undertow is a continuation of Music Theory I, focusing on the fundamental concepts of writing music. It covers the fundamental concepts of writing music with accent on seventh chords, chord progressions, part-writing, elementary modulation, harmonic and form analysis, structural form, composition, and whence orchestrations. It moreover looks at harmony throughout the style periods. MU3254ChoralConducting 2 Description This undertow includes a study of conducting techniques, including write-up patterns, attacks, releases, and expressive gestures.Sustentationis given to elements of interpretation, tempo, dynamics, mood, and style, as well as to towers independence of hands for expressive purposes. It moreover covers score analysis, fundamentals of wording in singing, and rehearsal techniques. Opportunity for hands-on wits is given, performing the duties of a usherette during a choral group’s practice time. To be taken meantime with MU2160HigherChoir. MU4233 History of Christian Worship 2 Description This undertow is an overview of worship under both the old covenant and the new covenant, and from the warmed-over Christian denomination to the denomination of the 21st Century. MU4242 Music Technology 2 Description This undertow provides students with the vital skills needed to etch and perform music using today’s technology.Accentis placed on MIDI sequencing, notation software, recording techniques, and using recording and sound equipment. MU4280/TH4280 Theology of Worship 2 Description This undertow presents a biblical theology of new covenant worship. Several biblical models for worship are evaluated as well as various aspects of public and private worship. MU1210 Music Fundamentals (Prerequisite) 2 Description This undertow covers the fundamental elements of music. It provides an understanding of scales, keys, intervals, chords, rhythmic, and pitch aspects of music notation, as well as introductory experiences at the keyboard and in vital composition. Prerequisite matriculation for students inward the Music and Worship program; may request to test out. CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. View Objectives Pastoral Ministry PM2311 Introduction to Pastoral Ministries 3 Description This undertow addresses the call, qualifications, and responsibilities of those pursuing pastoral ministry, including the personal and public life of the pastor. Relevant aspects of pastoral ministry are examined and compared. PM2321DenominationAdministration 3 Description The undertow addresses the day-to-day work of the pastor in overseeing the wires of the local church. Special consideration is given to developing a philosophy of ministry, pastor/staff relations, pastor/board relations, mismatch resolution, risk management, lay leadership training and parliamentary procedures. PM3191 Christian Service Pastoral Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. PM3192 Christian Service Pastoral Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. PM3251 Homiletics I 2 Description This undertow covers sermon preparation and delivery. It is designed to develop an constructive preaching ministry. Special accent is given to the minutiae of each segment of the sermon while maintaining unity of theme throughout. Construction and distinctives of topical, textual, and expository sermons will be studied. Practical using includes classroom preaching, and written sermon evaluation. This undertow is a prerequisite to Homiletics II (Expository Preaching). PM3280/TH3280 Pastoral Theology 2 Description The undertow is a biblical study of the practical concerns and duties of pastoral ministry including pastoral care, as well as officiating at funerals, weddings, victual dedications, etc. It will moreover examine interpersonal skills, denominational responsibilities, and interpersonal relationships. PM3371 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling 3 Description This undertow presents a biblical understanding of the role of the pastor as counselor.Vitalcounseling skills are introduced including listening, empathy, problem definition and clarification, and use of the Bible. Alternate counseling strategies and formats are covered. A biblical perspective on issues such as pain, anxiety, loneliness, depression, fear, anger, guilt, and forgiveness will be presented. PM4224DenominationLaw 2 Description This undertow is designed to warn students with those areas of the law that may impact them and their careers in ministry. It will provide a vital understanding of unstipulated legal principles and the using of law, both worldwide and statutory, to given circumstances. The reading will involve both text typesetting assignments and specimen studies. While not designed to be a law school course, it will squire student in the wringer of legal issues and provide the understructure for sound judgment and decisions in both merchantry and denomination life. Areas to be covered include contract law, tort law, corporate law, real manor transactions, ramble law (free speech and self-rule of religion). As well as charitable corporation/tax exemption, tax law related to churches and clergy. And finally, clergy privilege and employment/discrimination law. PM4225 Leadership 2 Description This undertow examines vital principles, styles and responsibilities, of leadership. Special accent is given to the pastor as spiritual leader. The importance of weft and integrity in ministry are highlighted. PM4252 Homiletics II 2 Description This undertow emphasizes the process of developing expository sermons. Classroom activities, exercises, and preaching assignments provide opportunity for practical application. Evaluation of strengths and weaknesses are designed to modernize effectiveness. Prerequisite: Homiletics I. PM4326DenominationPlanting and Growth 3 Description This in-depth study delineates the process of conception, birth, growth, maturation, and reproduction of a church. It moreover covers principles of denomination renewal and revitalization. HI3231 History and Polity of the Assemblies of God 2 Description This undertow examines significant events culminating in the insemination and minutiae of the Assemblies of God. The origin, policies, structure, and growth of the movement are considered. Special sustentation is given to the Statement of Fundamental Truths and its relationship to the doctrines and purposes of the organization. CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. View Objectives Intercultural Ministry PM2311 Introduction to Pastoral Ministries 3 Description This undertow addresses the call, qualifications, and responsibilities of those pursuing pastoral ministry, including the personal and public life of the pastor. Relevant aspects of pastoral ministry are examined and compared. PM3251 Homiletics I 2 Description This undertow covers sermon preparation and delivery. It is designed to develop an constructive preaching ministry. Special accent is given to the minutiae of each segment of the sermon while maintaining unity of theme throughout. Construction and distinctives of topical, textual, and expository sermons will be studied. Practical using includes classroom preaching, and written sermon evaluation. This undertow is a prerequisite to Homiletics II (Expository Preaching). CE1210 Discipleship in theDenomination2 Description This undertow examines the biblical, historical, contemporary, and practical aspects of transformational discipleship. The GreatLegationand Christ’s tideway to discipleship are emphasized.Sustentationis given to the undeniability of God and the forfeit of discipleship. MI1210 Missions and Evangelism 2 Description This undertow provides a biblical, theological and trendy overview of the Christian missionary enterprise. Its purpose is to promote personal appreciation for the Church’s global vision and the need to succeed its missiological mandate.Sustentationwill be given to appropriating a biblical foundation, an historical perspective and a Pentecostal rationale for missional endeavors. MI2252 Cross-Cultural Ministry 2 Description This undertow expands on material covered in Cross-Cultural Communications. It considers the dynamics of how to minister the gospel increasingly powerfully in a cross-cultural setting. In this course, cross-cultural studies are viewed in the context of a clinical environment for the using of biblical and theological truth. It moves vastitude liaison theory to an accent on the practice of ministry. MI2322Wardshipof Intercultural Education 3 Description This undertow explores principles for founding, developing, and operating intercultural schools for training Christian workers.Sustentationis given to diversification of wordage systems, including residential, distance, and extension education, as well as leadership styles and levels of learning within the culture to which they minister. MI3191 Christian Service Missions Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This initial undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity of discussing aspects of preparation and denomination work and includes subject matter such as the undeniability of God, philosophy of ministry, administration, governance, and the functions of a minister. MI3192 Christian Service Missions Internship 1 Description The Internship Program is designed to warn students with the responsibilities and functions of denomination ministry. The Internship will serve to underpass theory and knowledge with practical wits to enhance the learning of each student. This undertow gives the pastor/supervisor the opportunity to warn the student with the various denomination departments and agencies. Thorough discussion of topics will broaden the student’s understanding of the structure and services provided by the local church. MI3222 Missionary Principles and Practices 2 Description This undertow addresses the realities, challenges and possibilities of missionary life and ministry. It examines biblical principles for maintaining healthy relationships with both fellow missionaries and national leaders, as well as constructive strategies for Spirit-filled ministry in a cross-cultural context.Sustentationis given to enhancing sensation of the diverse tasks one may encounter on the mission field. MI3232 CultSensation2 Description This undertow provides an introduction to major current cults.Accentis placed on learning the history, weighing system and flawed theology of each cult movement with the goal of increasingly constructive evangelization of adherents. The undertow will examine confronting error with biblical truth while maintaining an vein of understanding friendship. MI3251 Cross-CulturalLiaison2 Description This undertow provides a foundation for understanding and appreciating other worldviews and cultures. It establishes a comprehensive theological sensation of a biblical worldview by which other cultural worldviews will be both guaranteed and assessed. It will focus on developing attitudes and methods for fulfilling missiological objectives by maintaining proper relationships, cultural sensitivity, and unswayable faithfulness to the Pentecostal distinctive. MI4231 World Religions 2 Description This undertow examines the weighing systems, practices and philosophical worldviews of the eleven primary existing religions of the world. Particular sustentation is given to the six most prominent religions of the non-Christian world: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Sikhism, Judaism and Islam. MI4232 Cultural Anthropology 2 Description This undertow assumes that it is missionally important for the cross-cultural minister to be enlightened not only of theological foundations but recent developments in the field of anthropology. It will focus on how to combine the truths of Scripture and anthropology for the purpose of achieving civilization of flipside culture resulting in constructive ministry. MI4261 Missionary Life and Relationships 2 Description This undertow considers the practical and psychological aspects of stuff a missionary, expressly in the context of working with a missions organization. It focuses on concerns such as vocational qualifications, field appointment, securing support, and maintaining towardly relationships with both the sending and receiving denomination organizations. MI4262/MI2200 Ministry to Muslims 2 Description This undertow presents an overview of Islam including its historical minutiae and growth. Beliefs and practices are discussed, as is the opportunities for evangelization among Muslims. A strong accent is placed on the power of the gospel, intercessory prayer, and the necessity of the Holy Spirit’s enablement in the process of conversion and discipleship. TH4282 World of Spirit and Spirit World 2 Description This undertow provides an introduction to spiritual gifts. It includes an overview of the distinctive listings of the gifts in the New Testament, theologically referred to as the ascension, motivational, and charismatic gifts. Particular focus is directed toward the charismatic gifts of I Corinthians 12. Practical knowledge and use of these nine graces in the context of corporate worship, personal intercession and evangelistic settings is encouraged. View Objectives Our baccalaureate stratum requires 42 hours of unstipulated education. The courses unelevated make up the cadre of our unstipulated education curriculum. Media In Ministry Description Description coming soon! Biology Description Description coming soon! EnglishSonnetEnglishSonnetDescription Description coming soon! Principles and Methods of Teaching Description Description coming soon! HI2332 American History 3 Description This is a unstipulated survey undertow of American history. It deals with the social, economic, political, and religious minutiae of the United States from the Colonial Period to the present day. The main events, such as the Revolution, the Civil War, and the two World Wars, and key personalities involved in the United States’ growth and development, are highlighted. PH3381 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Description This introductory undertow addresses methods and issues related to philosophical thought. It includes a review of worldviews, as well as philosophies and the philosophers who introduced them. Biblical and non-biblical systems are considered in an effort to facilitate one's worthiness to understand and communicate philosophical concepts. The undertow considers the minutiae of a worldview from non-biblical and biblical philosophical perspectives. PH4382 Ethics 3 Description This undertow is an introduction to upstanding systems from a Christian perspective. Philosophies emphasized by prominent Christian and non-Christian leaders are examined. Various visualization making models are discussed and unromantic to trendy moral and social issues for which speculative and conjectural philosophy cannot provide resolution. PS2371UnstipulatedPsychology 3 Description This undertow is a study of the complexities and multi-faceted nature of trendy society and human behavior. It addresses numerous studies of human diversity in terms of ability, ethnicity, gender, age, and orientation.Vitalfunctions of human policies are explored, including sensation, cognition, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, and personality. The undertow provides an overview of unwont policies therapies. Psychological theories are evaluated in light of biblical teachings well-nigh human nature and the Christian faith. SC3334 Biology 3 Description This undertow introduces fundamental principles of biology and origin of life concepts. Its focus is human biology, including the hierarchical structure of life from atoms and molecules to the structure and function of living cells, organs, and soul systems. It includes a review of current scientific topics such as stem lamina research, cloning, genetic engineering, the human genome, and global climate change. The undertow will present historical and current views on various megacosm and incubation theories, enabling the student to critically evaluate both science and Scripture from a biblical worldview. SS2231 Marriage and the Family 2 Description This undertow addresses marriage and family relationships.Sustentationis given to family issues such as parenting, finances, and mismatch management.Accentis placed on the value and sacredness of a strong, healthy marriage and family. HI2331DenominationHistory 3 Description This undertow is a study of the origin, growth, and minutiae of the ChristianDenominationfrom the 1st Century as recorded in theTypesettingof Acts to the present day.Accentis placed on the religious, social, and political aspects ofDenominationhistory. Consideration is given to the minutiae of theological concepts within the Church.Sustentationis given to the Pentecostal revival of the 20th Century. CM1310 Introduction to Speech 3 Description This undertow is an introduction to the practical and theoretical principles of constructive public speaking. Focus is placed on gathering material, speech composition, and wordage of various types of speeches. Special sustentation is given to hair-trigger analysis, speaking etiquette, delivery, and use of language and media. CM3241 Media in Ministry 2 Description This undertow is an introduction to various forms of media for use in ministry, with opportunity given for practical application. Topics covered include graphic design, audio video media, and presentation software. EN2344 Literature 3 Description This undertow is a hair-trigger and historical study of selected literary works consisting of short story, poetry, and drama.Accentis placed on literature which reflects the diversity of cultures and ethnicities. Focus is on the worthiness to read critically, respond logically, and write purposefully well-nigh literature. Additional sustentation is given to writing hair-trigger reviews of and reader responses to the literature. FI4222 Personal andDenominationFinances 2 Description The undertow addresses the practical using of financial management as it applies to the minister as an individual and as one who provides oversight within the denomination corporation. It highlights issues of personal finance with an accent on debt reduction and upkeep and tax preparation, and concentrates on areas well-expressed the minister as an employee (i.e., compensation, housing allowance, merchantry expenses, Social Security, etc.). The study reviews financial management issues that pertain to the denomination as a corporate entity and its responsibilities as a charitable organization (i.e., incorporation, reporting requirements, record keeping, financial reports, charitable gifts, etc.). EN1341 EnglishSonnetI 3 Description EnglishSonnetI focuses on the minutiae of writing skills. Consideration is given to the techniques necessary for developing variegated styles of composition, including informal, narrative, persuasive, and wonk writing. Careful sustentation is given to paragraph development, grammar, syntax, literary techniques, and developing the writer’s voice. Research methods and a step-by-step tideway to writing a research paper are moreover covered. This includes thesis development, outlining, Turabian formatting, Northpoint writing standards, and creating an annotated bibliography.UnstipulatedEducation Objectives TheSemesterofUnstipulatedEducation provides an introduction to a wholesale range of disciplines. The curriculum examines a variety of subjects in the light of biblical truth. It prepares the student to engage in hair-trigger thinking and develops his/her liaison skills so that the student is largest worldly-wise to share the gospel of Jesus Christ intelligently and effectively. The curriculum is designed to broaden the student’s knowledge in diverse areas such as science and the humanities within a Christian world view.   Objectives Demonstrate tampering reading skills and integrate these skills through a variety of narratives within the curriculum. Utilize correct grammatical principles and identify, collect, analyze, organize, and format data in order to construct logical and well ripened written work. Distinguish between and integrate diverse rhetorical styles and develop the necessary skills in order to wilt an constructive communicator. Employ logical reasoning capabilities through identifying, formulating, and communicating rational arguments. State and summarize the literary, ethical, sociological, scientific or historical process as well as snift rationales for unfurled study of these processes in order to comprehend and relate to the culture in which he/she lives and works. Identify, question and integrate principles and positions from the humanities and sciences to contribute to the insemination of a personal Christian worldview. Take the Next Step Thinking well-nigh peekaboo Northpoint or ready to officially uncork the process? Continue your journey with one of the options below.WieldNow Schedule a Visit GraduateStratumGraduateStratumThe graduate program is devoted to the centrality of Scripture, the Lordship of Jesus Christ, and a Pentecostal viewpoint in theology, ministry, and life. Pastoral Leadership,DenominationPlanting & Revitalization, Preaching, and SpiritualInseminationare key aspects of the program. Positive and encouraging interaction among peers and mentors creates an environment conducive to transformation, thus enabling the leaders to engage in constructive Pentecostal ministry. Visit us here to learn more! OtherWonkInformationWonkCatalog For those of you who are interested in the variegated classes we offer, withal with our majors–you will find most of the information you are looking for on this page. If you require a increasingly comprehensive list, withal with all our requirements, electives, and other information well-nigh our academics department, you can download a PDF version of our wonk itemize here. One Year Certificate Courses CE1252 Bible Study Methodology 2 Description This undertow surveys the various methods of preparing and presenting Bible studies. Special accent is given to consideration of history, culture, and biblical context to unzip well-judged interpretation of specific passages. OT1321 Pentateuch 3 Description This undertow gives sustentation to the major theological themes of the Pentateuch such as: creation, theocracy, the Exodus, the covenants, the Law, the Tabernacle, and the Promised Land. Consideration is given to original language, archaeology, geography, and comparative studies. The importance of the Torah to the identity of the Jewish people and its relevance to the New Testament are explored. OT1331 Old Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of the Old Testament in its historical, canonical, geographical, and cultural contexts.Sustentationis given to distinctive features, main events and outstanding personalities, as well as literary structure, genre, and important theological themes in the history of warmed-over Israel. This study gives a comprehensive and panoramic view of Israel’s progressive understanding of her referendum and covenantal relationship with God. TH1380 Theology I – Theology and Bibliology 3 Description This undertow provides a scriptural and historical study of the foundational theological concepts of God’s existence, attributes, and actions. It addresses the vital structure and various entities of the spirit world. Included is an introductory study of doctrinal interpretation, methods of study of the Holy Scriptures, and of the Holy Trinity. CM1310 Introduction to Speech 3 Description This undertow is an introduction to the practical and theoretical principles of constructive public speaking. Focus is placed on gathering material, speech composition, and wordage of various types of speeches. Special sustentation is given to hair-trigger analysis, speaking etiquette, delivery, and use of language and media. EN1341 EnglishSonnetI 3 Description EnglishSonnetI focuses on the minutiae of writing skills. Consideration is given to the techniques necessary for developing variegated styles of composition, including informal, narrative, persuasive, and wonk writing. Careful sustentation is given to paragraph development, grammar, syntax, literary techniques, and developing the writer’s voice. Research methods and a step-by-step tideway to writing a research paper are moreover covered. This includes thesis development, outlining, Turabian formatting, Northpoint writing standards, and creating an annotated bibliography. NT2321 Synoptic Gospels 3 Description This undertow is an introductory study of the earthly life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. It reviews the political, social, and religious environment of Jesus’ day to bring clarity to the three Synoptic accounts. Jesus’ birth, ministry preparation, Galilean and Judean ministry, and His passion and resurrection are covered, with accent given to the various portraits of Christ. Continuity with the Old Testament is highlighted, and the deity of Jesus Christ receives special attention. NT1331 New Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of New Testament writings in the context of history, culture, and geography.Sustentationis given to the Intertestamental period, Judaism and Christianity in the first century, the life and ministry of Jesus, and the establishment and ministry of the theological church. Main events, issues, and persons, as well as the literary structure and theological themes of each typesetting are studied. NT1330Typesettingof Acts 3 Description This undertow explores the historical and theological significance of the typesetting of Acts. Special accent is placed on Christianity’s progression pursuit Christ’s ascension, the pattern of denomination government that developed, and the theological principles and practical aspects for revival and missionary work. The faith that surfaced in the squatter of opposition and persecution, the work of theDenominationby the enablement of the Holy Spirit, and the continuity of Christ’s ministry by the Holy Spirit through believers to this present time are examined. MF1380 SpiritualInsemination3 Description This undertow is designed to both introduce and facilitate the minutiae of spiritual transformation. The spiritual disciplines are defined, analyzed, discussed and applied, with the intention of producing Christ-like character. Additionally, various Christian traditions are considered. Special accent is given to the Holy Spirit’s enablement in the believer’s spiritual insemination and grasp of biblical truth. Associate In Arts Objectives To enable the student to communicate a biblical worldview To help the student communicate the gospel in a variety of settings To equip the student to identify the personal needs of others so that he/she will be worldly-wise to wield the Word of God to those needs in ministry situations, such as preaching, teaching, and witnessing To teach and to train the student to wield himself/herself to spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, reading of Scripture, fasting, and other forms of willpower To provide the student with an understanding of Pentecostal theology To prepare the student to exemplify an understanding of biblical principles as they relate to the Christian life and wits To teach the student to demonstrate a unstipulated understanding of the Bible and Christian doctrine To help the student pinpoint his/her role within the denomination or parachurch context To prepare the student, should he/she desire to pursue remoter wonk training To help the student wilt increasingly socially enlightened of his/her responsibility and role within society and theDenominationAssociate In Arts Courses CE1252 Bible Study Methodology 2 Description This undertow surveys the various methods of preparing and presenting Bible studies. Special accent is given to consideration of history, culture, and biblical context to unzip well-judged interpretation of specific passages. OT1321 Pentateuch 3 Description This undertow gives sustentation to the major theological themes of the Pentateuch such as: creation, theocracy, the Exodus, the covenants, the Law, the Tabernacle, and the Promised Land. Consideration is given to original language, archaeology, geography, and comparative studies. The importance of the Torah to the identity of the Jewish people and its relevance to the New Testament are explored. OT1331 Old Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of the Old Testament in its historical, canonical, geographical, and cultural contexts.Sustentationis given to distinctive features, main events and outstanding personalities, as well as literary structure, genre, and important theological themes in the history of warmed-over Israel. This study gives a comprehensive and panoramic view of Israel’s progressive understanding of her referendum and covenantal relationship with God. TH1380 Theology I – Theology and Bibliology 3 Description This undertow provides a scriptural and historical study of the foundational theological concepts of God’s existence, attributes, and actions. It addresses the vital structure and various entities of the spirit world. Included is an introductory study of doctrinal interpretation, methods of study of the Holy Scriptures, and of the Holy Trinity. CM1310 Introduction to Speech 3 Description This undertow is an introduction to the practical and theoretical principles of constructive public speaking. Focus is placed on gathering material, speech composition, and wordage of various types of speeches. Special sustentation is given to hair-trigger analysis, speaking etiquette, delivery, and use of language and media. EN1341 EnglishSonnetI 3 Description EnglishSonnetI focuses on the minutiae of writing skills. Consideration is given to the techniques necessary for developing variegated styles of composition, including informal, narrative, persuasive, and wonk writing. Careful sustentation is given to paragraph development, grammar, syntax, literary techniques, and developing the writer’s voice. Research methods and a step-by-step tideway to writing a research paper are moreover covered. This includes thesis development, outlining, Turabian formatting, Northpoint writing standards, and creating an annotated bibliography. NT2321 Synoptic Gospels 3 Description This undertow is an introductory study of the earthly life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. It reviews the political, social, and religious environment of Jesus’ day to bring clarity to the three Synoptic accounts. Jesus’ birth, ministry preparation, Galilean and Judean ministry, and His passion and resurrection are covered, with accent given to the various portraits of Christ. Continuity with the Old Testament is highlighted, and the deity of Jesus Christ receives special attention. NT1331 New Testament History and Literature 3 Description This undertow is a survey of New Testament writings in the context of history, culture, and geography.Sustentationis given to the Intertestamental period, Judaism and Christianity in the first century, the life and ministry of Jesus, and the establishment and ministry of the theological church. Main events, issues, and persons, as well as the literary structure and theological themes of each typesetting are studied. NT1330Typesettingof Acts 3 Description This undertow explores the historical and theological significance of the typesetting of Acts. Special accent is placed on Christianity’s progression pursuit Christ’s ascension, the pattern of denomination government that developed, and the theological principles and practical aspects for revival and missionary work. The faith that surfaced in the squatter of opposition and persecution, the work of theDenominationby the enablement of the Holy Spirit, and the continuity of Christ’s ministry by the Holy Spirit through believers to this present time are examined. MF1380 SpiritualInsemination3 Description This undertow is designed to both introduce and facilitate the minutiae of spiritual transformation. The spiritual disciplines are defined, analyzed, discussed and applied, with the intention of producing Christ-like character. Additionally, various Christian traditions are considered. Special accent is given to the Holy Spirit’s enablement in the believer’s spiritual insemination and grasp of biblical truth. 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