COURSE DESCRIPTION

This foundational course explores in detail the fundamental foundations of Christian belief. Orthodox Christian truths will be taught in detail and are prerequisite for a dynamic Christian life.

I. Rationale

In our day of “wind of doctrine”, foundational doctrinal principles must be learned and understood.

II. Prerequisite

The Bible – How to study the Word.

III. Program Objectives and Related Specific Objectives

A. Cognitive

1. To inspire the students to desire a deeper relationship with Jesus.

2. To shed light on the total commitment that God requires of the Christian.

3. To help the students recognize the difference between truth and error.

4. To dispel much of the ignorance about God, His Word and will for each Christian.

B. Performance

1. To be able to develop teaching and preaching notes on the doctrines of God.

2. To be able to teach students the differences between truth and error.

3. To be able to instruct others on the relationship between the will of God and the Word of God.

IV. Pre-assessment

The student must write a brief paper on course goals.

V. Instructional/Learning Activities

1. The textbook(s) must be read in its entirety.

2. The student study guide completed.

3. Write a 5–7 page paper on topic assigned by the instructor.

4. The student will write detailed teaching notes for each chapter of the textbook.

5. The student will take the final exam.

VI. Self-evaluation

Reread the self-evaluation and comments by the instructor.

VII. Post Assessment

• The student will reread their brief paper on course goals.

• The student will complete the course instructor evaluation.

VIII. Corrective Learning Opportunities

N/A

IX. Learning Resources, Materials, Tools, etc.

Text

Chant, K. Dynamic Christian Foundations. Vision Publishing.

Outline/Description Prepared by

Dr. Stan DeKoven. Rev. 2/25/99. sh.

Additional Bibliography

• Boice, James Montgomery. Foundations of the Christian Faith.

• Hulsey, Pat. Foundations of Faith. Vision Publishing.

• Kuyvenhoven, Andrew. Comfort and Joy. CRC Publications.

• Leith, John, H. Basic Christian Doctrine. Westminster/John Knox Press.

• McGrath, Alister, E. Understanding Doctrine. Zondervan Publishing House.

• Stern, Phil. Church Foundations. Stern, P.C., Danville, IL.