Christian Elder |
An introductory study of the qualifications and responsibilities of the elder in the Christian congregation. |
Christian Family |
8 lessons. Examination of the biblical teachings concerning marriage, obligations of husbands and wives, procreation, obligations of parents and children, and divorce. Discussion of social problems threatening the Christian family. (The Christian Family, L. Olson) |
Christian Ministry and Leadership |
7 lessons. Study of how church accomplishes its work through the public and private ministry of its members. (Church—Mission—Ministry, A. Schuetze)
6 lessons. The biblical teaching about leadership is studied using Paul’s letter to Titus and 3 case studies of biblical leaders: Stephen, Peter and Paul. (Christian Leadership, P. Prange) |
Interpreting the Bible(introduction) |
a very basic study of sound principles for interpreting God’s Word. |
Law and Gospel(introduction) |
9 lessons. Concentration on the purpose, meaning, and use of the two great doctrines of Scripture, the Law and the Gospel. Emphasis given to identifying and applying both Law and Gospel. (Law and Gospel, P. Prange). |
Life of Christ-Gospels |
13 lessons. Study of the historicity, person, life and meaning of Jesus Christ for humanity. A harmony of the four Gospel accounts provides the basic chronology. (The Life of Christ, W. Kessel) |
Life of Luther |
An introductory study of the life and work of Martin Luther. |
New Testament Overview |
12 lessons. Overview of the early history of the Christian Church as described in the New Testament. Brief look at the Gospels, followed by examination of the Acts of the Apostles, the letters written by Paul, Peter, John, and others, and the book of Revelation. (The Living Church: The New Testament, W. Kessel) |
Old Testament Overview |
17 lessons. Introductory course ranging from creation to the end of the Old Testament. Emphasizes the promise of God, faith in those promises, and their ultimate fulfillment in the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (God and His People, K. Wessel and B. Keller) |
Principles of Christian Worship |
A basic study of the principles of Christian worship, as we see them practiced in the Lutheran service. |
Small Catechism |
11 lessons. Examination of Luther’s famous writing which summarizes and explains the 10 Commandments, the Creed, Lord’s Prayer, Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and the Keys and Confession. (Luther’s Small Catechism, and Small Catechism Study Questions, D. Kuske) |
Theological Terms |
A study of theological terms in the appropriate Asian language (Hmong, Lao, Japanese, Chinese). |
Theory and Practice of Evangelism |
A study of the theology of evangelism as taught in Scripture, and the practical development of evangelism ministry plans for the congregation. |
