Isaiah

Description: Delve into one of the most influential works in the canon. First discern the leading themes amongst the many in this animated, multifaceted book—then trace them through the work as a whole, noting continuity and development. Consider also the pressing relevance of Isaiah’s message to our world today, gaining insight into how the book …
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New Testament Foundations

Description: Immerse yourself in the entire New Testament, one book at a time. In this overview, you will connect each book’s central message to the larger New Testament, to its own time and place in history, and especially to Jesus and his impact on those who knew him best. Gain a strong foundation that will …
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The Gospel of Mark

Description: Recent scholarship has come to appreciate the power and subtlety of Mark’s deceptively straightforward and oft-neglected account of Jesus. The rehabilitation of Jesus’ long-ignored Jewishness has contributed to this renaissance, paving the way for a new understanding of Mark’s themes, structure, coherence, and remarkably high christology. Deepen your understanding of Mark’s gospel and its …
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Indigenous Theologies & Methods

Description: Examine Indigenous expressions of Christian faith and life. Compare and contrast Western and Indigenous theological methods with specific application to issues such as our understanding of the Creator God, the work of the Spirit, articulation of the gospel, and images of redemption. Critically examine the interaction of culture and the gospel, with particular emphasis …
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The Whole Gospel and the Whole People of God: Living the Letter to the Ephesians

Description: This live course is available asynchronously for registered students who are working during the live sessions or in a timezone that prevents them from participating in the live sessions. For more information see the Summer FAQ here. In his beautifully crafted letter from a prison cell, the apostle Paul lays before us a glorious vision of …
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On Christian Teaching: Practicing Faith in the Classroom

Description: What is a Christian way of teaching? The question is not just about the subject matter being taught: it’s about the nature of the strategies and practices being used—about the culture and relationships fostered in the classroom. Consider how faith might shape pedagogy and transform the design of a learning experience. Working conceptually and …
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Romans

Description: This live course is available asynchronously for registered students who are working during the live sessions or in a timezone that prevents them from participating in the live sessions. For more information see the Summer FAQ here. Survey the teaching of the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans. Focus especially on the argument of …
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The Inner Life of the Ministry Leader – Online

Notice: This live course is available asynchronously for registered students who are working during the live sessions or in a timezone that prevents them from participating in the live sessions. For more information see the Summer FAQ here. Leaders in church and para-church ministries find that most of their leadership difficulties revolve around personal, emotive, and …
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The Christian Spirit: A History of Christian Spirituality – Online

Description: For over two millennia, Christians have been praying. We will trace the cultural history of the Christian spiritual life from the beginning and follow the story to the present. Encounter the most vital historical traditions, gain perspective, and learn the dangers and opportunities for the Christian today who wishes to pray well. By the …
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