This course explores the development of a concept of God based on love, not on rules,
traditions or human institutions. The mystery of God's love, grace, and mercy toward human beings forms the centerpiece of this study. The Good News of God, 3 credit
Really understanding Jesus' message will
shake your world. He came to proclaim and complete the Good News of God. His News was always Good, as long as it was taken into a humble heart. This course takes an unabashed look at the unvarnished truth of Jesus, in
His own words. Unencumbered by church tradition or expert interpretation, students deal directly with God Himself, word for word.
Physics of Faith, 3 credit
Science presents one of the best opportunities to
understand God's creativity and genius in the world around us. In this course the principles of physical science are reviewed in the context of God's word and work. It is not necessary to have a strong physics or
science background to succeed in this course.
The Post-Evangelical Church, 3 credit
This course explores sociological, demographic, and cultural factors that impact the future of the corporate church. It
seeks to provide a biblical view of the church body and to offer insight into God's model for the corporate body of Christ in any age.
The Rock I: Genesis in Science, 3 credit
Fundamental to understanding
God is an appreciation of His incomparable creative genius. This course investigates the creation story from a scientific perspective. Using scientific logic, students examine the claims of Genesis in light of the
creative miracle that is the earth.
Soul Care, 3 credit
God's highest priority, as expressed by Jesus and the ancient scriptures, is the care of human souls. This course explores the ways God cares for human
hearts, spirits, and souls directly, actively, and gently.
The Rock II: The Natural Environment and Faith, 3 credit
In many respects, environmentalism has become a religion with a particularly seductive
dogma. In this course, students consider environmental issues, preservation, and conservation from a biblical point of view.
Capturing The Truth Through Logic, 3 credit
The principles of logic lead
inevitably to the truth. This course examines the universal principles of logic that underpin existence, define sanity, and guide honest seekers to God's own story.
Neighbors, Enemies and Christlike Love, 3 credit
In this course, students carefully examine Jesus' directive to love their neighbors and their enemies. Stripped of social rationalizations and political excuses, Jesus' instruction addresses humanity's greatest
challenges and elevates its highest deeds.
God's Message in the Arts, 3 credit
Human expression is a means of conveying that we are created "in the image" of God. Artists of every kind evoke spiritual and
emotional responses that either draw their audiences toward or repel them from God. This course examines the artistic process as an expression of God's own creativity and the human response to beauty and joy in art.
Compassion: A Spark of the Divine, 3 credit
Showing compassion, we extend faith into the realm of action. Extending our faith in tangible and simple ways, we honor God's place in our lives, which
is an act of worship. This course explores God's plan for lifestyle worship that comes from a place of "spirit and truth."
Real Witnesses: A Study of Martyrdom, 3 credit
Jesus instructed His disciples that
they were to be His "witnesses." Their witness cost each of them his very life. This course examines the history of martyrdom in order to better understand the nature and call of the martyr, their circumstances and
their legacies.
