A certificate in the Book of Genesis covers the creation story, the fall of man, the flood narrative, the lives of the patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob), the story of Joseph, and the establishment of the covenant between God and the Israelites, while also analyzing the theological themes of God’s power, sovereignty, faithfulness, and humanity’s relationship…

A certificate in Bible Survey (O/T) focuses on the Old Testament. It includes a comprehensive overview of each book in the Old Testament, covering their historical context, key characters, major themes, literary structures, geographical locations, and how each book contributes to the overall narrative of God’s covenant with the Israelites, with a strong emphasis on understanding…

A certificate in Bible Survey (N/T) focuses on the New Testament. It covers a comprehensive overview of all 27 books in the New Testament, including their historical context, key themes, major figures, important events, literary styles, and the overall narrative of Jesus’ life, ministry, death, and resurrection. The course also examines the authorship and purpose of…

A certificate in Apologetics covers the study of defending Christian beliefs against objections, including topics like the existence of God, the reliability of the Bible, the resurrection of Jesus, the problem of evil, arguments for Christianity, how to respond to common criticisms of the faith, and practical skills for engaging in apologetic conversations with skeptics, often…

A diploma on “The Tabernacle” includes detailed study of the structure and function of the portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their desert wanderings, covering elements like the outer court, the Holy Place, the Holy of Holies, and the specific items within each area, such as the altar of sacrifice, the laver, the menorah,…

A diploma on the Pentateuch includes a study of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy; examining their narratives, historical context, legal codes, major themes, and how they relate to the development of the Jewish people and their covenant with God. 

A diploma in the Synoptic Gospels includes teachings, readings, discussion, and assignments on the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The course covers the Gospels’ historical and literary context and how they are received today. 

A diploma in Spiritual Growth and Development includes teachings that help cultivate a consistent prayer and meditation life, explore personal values and beliefs, examine the concept of spiritual purpose, and deepen the understanding of religious texts through analysis and reflection on personal spiritual experiences and applying spiritual teachings to daily life, often with a focus…

A diploma in the Prophetic Books includes a study of the books written by Old Testament prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the twelve Minor Prophets, focusing on their historical context, messages of social justice criticism, theological themes, and how their prophecies relate to the coming of the Messiah, often analyzing key passages within each book…

A diploma in Homiletics covers Homiletics 101, Intermediate Homiletics, and Advanced Homiletics. You will learn the fundamental principles of sermon preparation and delivery, including understanding the purpose of preaching, different types of sermons, how to analyze scripture, how to construct illustrations, and the essential art of preaching. The focus will be on an in-depth study of…