Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
integration of learning in this course is designed to better equip those entering or continuing in the field of Messianic Jewish ministry. Students will be expected to share the findings of their thesis research and/or field education with a view toward refinement and development of further
TTPT 700 - Sports Ministry Internship Directed experience in researching, developing, administering, and evaluating sports ministries. Restriction(s): Must be an M.A.C.M.L. (Sports Ministry) student. Note(s): May be taken for a total of 4 credits. Should be taken in student’s final semesters. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. TTPT 703 - The Church and Society A study of biblical ethics and the role the local church plays in the community. Special attention will be given to major social problems such as sanctity of life, chemical abuse, domestic violence, social ills, and the political process. Note(s): Required of M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care and Counseling, Sports Ministries; Preaching and Pastoral Ministry may take TTPH 602 instead), M.A. Diversified, and M.Div. (except Missions and
investigation. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 725 - Counseling Troubled Families
A comparison of positive and negative family systems in Scripture, in theory and in church life. The development of a team approach to intervention, enrichment and equipping for ministry to families. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 628, 707 or their equivalents. Note(s): Required of M.Div. and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care and Counseling) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 726 - Creative Preaching An exploration of innovative ways to proclaim God’s Word, such as dramatic narrative, voice-over, audience participation, interview format, and video integration. This course will equip the student to creatively communicate the Bible with cultural relevance and scriptural fidelity. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 609. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 728 - Mentoring in Ministry Study and practice of mentoring in the context of ministry and preparation for ministry. Students will be exposed to mentoring in a variety of contexts and distill the most important processes of mentoring for ministry. The major proportion of the course will put students into the practice of mentoring where mentoring processes can be experienced first hand. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 730 - Biblical Leadership and Management The biblical basis for organizational management and leadership. Examination of the process of planning, organizing, leading and supporting from a biblical basis and made applicable to Christian service and ministry. Note(s): Required of M.Div. (Pastoral and General Ministries) students and M.A.C.M.L. (Preaching and Pastoral Ministry) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 732 - Money and Ministry: Biblical Study This course is an exploration of biblical texts related to the personal use of money and possessions with the outcome of leading students to develop a biblical worldview of money that translates into a way of life. Attention will be placed on practical implementation of God’s financial principles in the students’ church ministry context and family situations. Topics to be covered: materialism and spirituality, honesty, giving, counsel, savings, debt, credit, work, eternity, and church financial education. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 740 - Issues and Ethics in Ministry A study of the ethical issues unique to the pastor, his family and the congregation. An examination of theological and psychological aspects of pastoral care, including ethical issues, networking with other health care professionals, management of the practice of church discipline, and equipping of the laity for pastoral care ministries. Note(s): Required of M.Div. and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care and Counseling) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 741 - Preaching Narrative Literature A great deal of scripture was written in narrative format. This course will equip students to properly interpret the story portions of the Old and New Testament, and assist them in preaching this literature with new confidence and power. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 609. Note(s): Required of M.A.C.M.L. (Preaching and Pastoral Ministry) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 742 - Preaching the Wisdom and Poetic Literature of the Old Testament A genre sensitive approach to interpreting and communicating the books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon, with the goal of equipping the student to capture the insights and spiritual impact of this literature. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 609. Note(s): Required of M.A.C.M.L. (Preaching and Pastoral Ministry) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 743 - Preaching to the Post-Modern Mind This course will explore how the increasingly influential postmodern worldview impacts the preaching event. The class will give the modern preacher the homiletical tools necessary to function effectively in this intellectual environment. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 609. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 745 - Issues in Spiritual Warfare A multidisciplinary and critical examination of a variety of contemporary models of deliverance ministry, exorcism, and inner healing prayer therapies. This course develops a biblical/theological/historical perspective, explores the cultural and anthropological dimensions, and investigates the psychological dynamics related to this phenomena. The
Intercultural Studies) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 707 - Foundations of Pastoral Care and Counseling
Explores ministry to people who request counseling in church and para- church contexts. Starting with relationship building skills, students will discover their limits in help-giving, and learn appropriate referral process. Much of the course focus will then be an exploration of building small communities within a church ministry. Note(s): Required of M.Div. (except Spiritual Formation), M.A.C.M.L., and M.A.C.E. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 708 - Advanced Pastoral Counseling This course moves beyond learning relationship skills to developing skills that help people with the realization of physical, spiritual, emotional and moral issues in their lives. Secondly, there is a focus on skills that help people take responsibility for the awareness they have gained. The spiritual transformation process is integrated into the development of these skills. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 707. Note(s): Required of M.Div. and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care and Counseling) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 711 - Advanced Sermon Preparation This course will assist advanced students to hone their preaching skills. Students will interact with the professor and various established preachers on issues such as the practice and ethics of persuasion, varieties of personal style and delivery, and planning a preaching calendar. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 609. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 712 - Ethics of the Fathers A study of the tractate of the Mishnah called Pirke Avot, the Ethics of the Fathers, with a view toward comparing these rabbinic teachings with the wisdom literature of the Hebrew Scriptures, the revelation of the New Testament, and the issues of ethics in contemporary society. Attention will be given to the interrelatedness of this Jewish tradition with biblical ethics incumbent upon Messianic Jewish congregations. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 716 - Addressing Common Pastoral Counseling Concerns A study of some of the common concerns presented to pastors and pastoral care leaders. Issues such as ADD and related disorders, alcohol and substance abuse, anger, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, loss and grief, self-image and identity disorders, sexual addictions and pornography, and suicide will be studied. Specific interventions will be studied to augment the overall helping processes learned in other classes. The integration of theology and psychology will be prominent in this course as well. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 707. Note(s): Required of M.Div. and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care and Counseling) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 717 - Research Seminar I In-depth investigation of a topic under the guidance of the Christian Ministry and Leadership department using standard research procedures. Topic selection is by department approval. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. TTPT 718 - Research Seminar II In-depth investigation of a topic under the guidance of the Christian Ministry and Leadership department using standard research procedures. Topic selection is by department approval. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. TTPT 722 - Small Group Discipleship An examination of the role of small groups in the local church for developing biblical community. Emphasis is placed on understanding interpersonal relationships, character development and skills for organizing and leading a small group ministry. When Offered: Spring. Note(s): Required of M.Div. (Evangelism and Discipleship) students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 723 - Integration in Jewish Studies Intended as a capstone seminar, this course will summarize and apply the primary lessons learned throughout the program in Jewish Studies. The
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