Fall ‘09 Schedule

These are the classes I will be taking this fall at Denver Seminary along with a short description of each.

Engaging Early and Medieval Church History: Defines the early Christian movement in relation to the life of Jesus, Judaism and Greek thought. Christianity’s thought and mission are then traced through the age of martyrs, the imperial age and the middle ages up to the eve of the Protestant Reformation.

Globalization in Theological Education: This course is designed to increase promotion and application of biblical principles to global issues such as economic and environmental stewardship, social justice, political systems, and human rights.

Analysis of Hebrews: This course consists of an analysis of the Epistle to the Hebrews: to understand the message of the letter for its first century recipients through a careful application of the methods of biblical analysis. Emphasis will be upon critical methodology, giving proper place to backgrounds, literary structure, theological content, and contemporary application.

Using Greek in New Testament Exegesis: Aims to develop increased proficiency in Greek grammar by building on the previous sequence in beginning Greek. The student translates selected portions of Romans with an emphasis upon the significance of understanding grammar as the necessary basis for adequate exegesis and for discerning the message of Romans.

Understanding Early Israel & Its Wisdom Literature: Surveys the content, historical background, critical issues, and key texts found in Genesis through Ruth and the poetic and wisdom literature. Journey with Israel through the wilderness, and experience its conquest and settlement in the land; listen to the poetry and song of Israel’s psalms, and consider their place in the ancient world; and sit with the sages of the Bible.

Survey of Christian Doctrine I: Introduces students to the task, resources, and method of doing theology, together with the doctrines of revelation, Scripture, God, creation, providence, the human person, and sin. The course examines the historical context, biblical basis, and applications for life and ministry for the doctrines considered.

Introduction to Christian Formation and Training & Mentoring: Provides a biblical and theological framework for Christian formation and mentored ministry experience. Carefully selected themes equip students making the transition to graduate studies at Denver Seminary and prepare them for participation in the training and mentoring program, which includes spiritual formation groups.