This course explores the theme of Christian leadership for the kingdom. We will survey the biblical foundations of leadership, historical and theological perspectives, as well as personal evaluations for leadership. The goal is for students to exhibit practical skills and a capacity for theological reflection necessary for leadership in the service of Christ.

In this course students will study the argument of the Pastoral Epistles (1 and 2 Timothy and Titus) are constructed and what they mean for the life of the church today. Special attention will be paid to the critical questions that have dominated modern research, but we will especially focus on the theological themes of the epistles. The purpose of this course is to develop a theologically focused approach to exegesis, through a sustained analysis of the Pastoral Epistles, and provide a strong basis for good communication of their message in a teaching ministry.

This course examines basic philosophical topics and historical philosophical thought in order to prepare students to understand current theological issues and interpret historical theology.

This course explores the theology of Martin Luther through careful reading of key texts. Specific attention will be given to the major themes and distinctions that shape Luther’s thought, always with an eye towards their relevance for pastoral care.

This course is an exciting journey through the epic literary genre in Western literature. Together, we will explore the key motifs and themes in classic epic literature spanning the period from the ancient world up to modern times. In this class, we will learn how to define an epic, learn how to identify key works of literature as epics, and study the main themes present in epic works of literature. Along the way we will see how gospel narratives of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration can be seen in the epic genre. All of this will be studied with a view to seeing how the gospel of Jesus Christ has transformed and continues to transform literature, society, and culture.

This is the first of two courses introducing the literature and theology of the Old Testament. We will cover the Pentateuch and the Historical books (Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, Chronicles, Ezra-Nehemiah). This course provides a detailed study of the text, history, and secondary matter in an effort to aid the reader/interpreter in their understanding of both the world from which the Old Testament comes to us as well as its present shape. Students will gain familiarity with the world of the Old Testament through a combination of course lectures, historical surveys, as well as reading the text itself. We will also interact with select ancient and modern readings of the Old Testament. 

This is the first of two courses examining the history of the Christian church.  Beginning with the Acts of the Apostles, this course provides a detailed study of key figures and their role in the development of Christian orthodoxy with specific attention paid to various issues including: orthodoxy and heresy; the social, political and theological context of the early church; doctrinal developments such as that of the Trinity and Christology; and church practice.  Students gain familiarity with these eras through a combination of video lectures, historical surveys and primary source texts from a wide array of early church fathers

This course explores many of the historical, political, and cultural factors that influenced and shaped the Reformed tradition and spirituality. Students will consider the biblical, philosophical, and intellectual development of Reformed churches and confessions. Course readings include the Westminster Confession of Faith, John Owen’s Communion with the Triune God, and Edward Fisher’s The Marrow of Modern Divinity.

In this course the students will examine the person and work of Christ (the historia salutis), as seen in the context of God’s covenant of grace and in the community of his people created by his gospel. The students will be introduced to pertinent biblical texts and themes, theological terms, key figures, and the importance of culture and history in framing various debates. As the second of three courses in systematic theology, particular attention will be given to the centrality of the gospel in all Christian theology.