Christian Apologetics
CSAP 627 - Bioethics A survey of and Christian apologetic response to some of the most critical ethical issues of the day coming from biomedical research and practice. The course addresses the difficult questions involved in areas such as human reproduction, cloning, abortion, end-of-life issues, organ transplant, genetic engineering, euthanasia and more. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. CSAP 628 - Why God Allows Evil An integrated survey of the problem of evil, pain, and suffering from biblical, theological and philosophical perspectives with special reference to God’s ultimate goodness and love toward humankind. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Required of M.A.C.A. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. CSAP 629 - Scientific Apologetics A survey of the issues and ideas involved in the relationship between science, philosophy and the biblical worldview. Special emphasis is given to scientific issues and controversies that are used by skeptics to call Christianity into question. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. CSAP 632 - A History of Christian Apologetics A survey of apologists and apologetic activity from the time of the apostles and the early Church Fathers to the great apologists of our own century. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 636 - Modern Apologetics: Theory and Method A study and evaluation of the various modern approaches to the apologetic task (e.g., evidentialism, presuppositionalism and combinationalism) and religious epistemology, with constant reference to the theological underpinnings and the nature and value of Christian apologetics inside and outside the church. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 638 - Spiritual Formation and the Life of the Mind A course designed to enhance the personal spiritual development of the apologist. Special emphasis is given to the importance of defending the faith with humility and reverence, as well as defining the role of apologetics in the overall mission of the Church. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 641 - Contemporary Theology: Survey and Critique A survey of contemporary theological trends with special emphasis on apologetic critique of the unorthodox elements in positions such as process, liberation/political, feminist/goddess, gay/lesbian, environmental, racial/ethnic and postmodern theologies. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 643 - Cultural Apologetics A study of the ways in which the truths of the Gospel and the Christian worldview are reflected in elite and popular cultural products such as art, literature, film, music and television. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. CSAP 645 - Christian Faith in the Public Square An exploration of the proper model for Christian involvement in public discourse, policy and activity. Attention is given to the intelligent analysis and critique of key social issues with respect to the Christian worldview and techniques for the defense of the Christian position in public forums. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CSAP 651 - Comparative Religions A survey of the beliefs, practices and sacred texts of the major non- Christian religious traditions of the East and West. Special attention is given to the critique of the various belief systems along with ways in which Christians can effectively communicate and defend the Gospel to people of other faiths. Cross-listed: ISCL 556. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2–3. CSAP 653 - Cults of America The distinctive features of the cults of America with their significance in the development of religious thought. Special attention is paid to their mistreatment of the central features of orthodox Christian doctrine and apologetic responses. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3.
CSAP 655 - Mormonism: Doctrine and History A survey of the doctrine and history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1820 to the present. Emphasizes Joseph Smith, Jr., the beginning of the church, Mormon doctrinal development and change and a critique and response vis-à-vis the Bible and the original Gospel of Jesus Christ. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 656 - The Occult An overview of and Christian response to a range of occult ideas and practices. Topics include divination, ritual magic, sorcery, spiritism, witchcraft, Satanism, as well as occult elements in various New Age beliefs and practices. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2–3. CSAP 680 - Special Topics in Christian Apologetics The program occasionally offers courses by special lecturers or visiting scholars to address their areas of expertise on an elective basis. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Note(s): May be taken multiple times for credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CSAP 691 - Seminar: In Defense of the Resurrection An investigation of a wide range of issues that have been used through history to call into question the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ such as miracles, the nature of history, the historical reliability of the New Testament, contradictions in the resurrection accounts, the Shroud of Turin and so on. Legal methodologies are employed to determine whether or not the resurrection can be considered proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Required of M.A.C.A. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–2. CSAP 693 - C.S. Lewis Seminar A reading and discussion course covering the breadth of Lewis’ work as one of the premier apologists of the 20th Century. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CSAP 694 - Seminar: Selected Topics The program occasionally offers seminar courses by special lecturers or visiting scholars to address their areas of expertise on an elective basis. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Note(s): May be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CSAP 695 - Directed Study Supervised research and/or reading in selected areas of Christian apologetics. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–4. CSAP 697 - Apologetics Project A student-proposed project related to the defense of the Christian faith that may involve teaching, writing, research, debating, video/audio productions, etc. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–4. CSAP 698 - Apologetics Internship An approved internship with an apologetics organization or an apologetics-related ministry. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–4. CSAP 699 - Apologetics Thesis Original research and writing in an applicable apologetics topic. Subject, length, and due dates to be determined by the coordinating professor. Second reader provided. Note(s): May be taken multiple times for credit. Fee: $100 per credit. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 2.
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