RELIGION RELG 2012 A History of Early Methodism HIST 2012 A History of Early Methodism H, L, Ct, 3 credit hours
PHIL 4022 Ethics F, L, 3 credit hours
The student will study and develop Christian responses to ethical problems of society. Accounts of how the Christian moral conscience has been brought to bear on Western society are analyzed. An attempt is made to define the social responsibility of the church in a world marked by continuing need and much self-interest.
This course offers an historical survey of John Wesley’s theology in his contemporary setting and the implications of its impact on the church until the present day. This class will give attention to the theological contributions of the Wesleys to the larger Christian tradition. It will also explore the practical nature of John Wesley’s theology in social and individual holiness. Students will learn of Wesley’s integration of theology and practice, the impact of his system in his context, and the relevance of a Wesleyan and biblical model for the contemporary church. A secondary purpose of this course is to assist the student in an appreciation of the field of Wesley Studies and its present- day interpreters. RELG 2211 World Religions MISS 2211 World Religions L, Ct, 3 credit hours The course is a comparative study of the major non- Christian religious systems of the world, which may include Hinduism, Animism, Judaism, and Islam. Special attention is given to the basic philosophies of these religions and ways to effectively present the gospel of Christ using these concepts as a starting point. RELG 3322 A Christian Perspective on Islam L, 3 credit hours The course will contain a broad, semi-comprehensive view of some of the main ideas and issues of Islam, both in the past and in the present, as seen from the professor’s Christian perspective. This course will study Islam in seven categories (or sections), such as biographically, sociologically, theologically, apologetically, historically, currently, and personally.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHED 2111 Health and Fitness L, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to help students understand the importance of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being and to provide tools for practical application of knowledge gained. It is also designed to involve the student in a regular schedule of exercise and fitness as well as train the student in developing a lifestyle of healthy eating patterns.
PSYCHOLOGY PSYC 1011 General Psychology L, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to provide a basic introduction to the principles of the science of human behavior. The course will consider the topics of the historical roots of psychology, the physiological basis of behavior, motivation, perception, learning frustration, emotions, personality, and applied areas.
PSYC 1122 Family Foundations L, 3 credit hours
This course provides a general and practical examination of the basic issues of courtship, engagement, marriage and family life as defined by the Bible. Roles and relationships, child rearing, personal finances, emotional development, cooperation, and principles for long-lasting relationships will be examined. Biblical principles and biblical models will be related to family issues.
RELG 3422 Comparative Religions MISS 3422 Comparative Religions Ct, 3 credit hours
PSYC 2311 Child Development C, L, 3 credit hours
This is a comparative study of the major religious systems of the world and is intended to familiarize the student with the basic philosophies of the world’s major religions. The course includes an analysis of: Hinduism, Animism, Judaism, and Islam. Emphasis is given to effectively presenting the gospel of Jesus Christ based on findings derived from the course. The student will gain the ability to interact with in an ever-increasing international and multi- cultural world.
This course is designed to study the development, characteristics, nature and needs of children from birth through puberty. The biological, sociological, psychological, educational, and spiritual development of an individual will be considered. All will be considered in light of what God says regarding human development, as recorded in Scripture.
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