Each of these Resources are examined as to its makeup, construction, content and usage. They comprise most of the essential resource material for a detailed and quality study of the Word, and helps you prepare teaching, preaching and other practical material. They basically provide you with the information you are looking for. Some excellent computer programs and internet sites also supply these resources. We show you what is in them and how to use them. A basic reference library for every believer! 

The subject of illumination is also examined, especially the manner whereby we may receive illumination as we read God’s Word. Finally, after gaining an overall appreciation of the work of textual criticism and the work of translation from the original languages, an analysis is made of the various types of Bible translations and versions, particularly their respective worth.  

All believers should be knowledgeable of the person and work of Christ. The subject is straight-forward in its approach and covers the essential issues. This subject has underpinned Christianity since its very beginnings, and taught in churches throughout the centuries.

It exposes students to the mechanics of preaching as well as the practical aspect of actually delivering a short message or sermon. 

the place of faith, the confession of faith, the eye of faith, the hand of faith, the rhythm of faith, the moment of faith, setting a faith goal, decision making, the atmosphere of faith, faith for finance, and many other aspects dealing with its theology, interpretation, insights and practical life. Faith is a major life issue of the New Testament, and is vital to be understood.

Most students find this module a very useful practical addition to their studies, and local churches are normally very appreciative of the help and participation provided by the student. You are free to choose a practical ministry area in line with your gifting, calling, and personal development, or as recommended by your local leadership. These modules (two in each of the three awards) help provide practical and experiential balance to other academic learning.  

The Bible is very clear about the use and practice of spiritual gifts in personal and church life, and this subject helps sort through how to use them in a balanced, mature and loving way for the edification of believers and the unity of the church at large. We believe these Gifts are for today, and not just in apostolic times, though some of the reasons why some organizations do not major on them today are also briefly discussed. Effective and mature use of the gifts can be very empowering for all concerned.

Often regarded as one of the most important subjects in a college curriculum, or to Christians generally, this subject represents a crucial area of study. Many incorrect points and issues have been communicated over the ages through lack of adequate hermeneutical skills. Cults are also formed through faulty hermeneutics. Bible books are written in different ways (e.g., as narrative, psalm, proverb, parable, revelation, poetry, epistle, etc) and must be read and interpreted as they were written, for instance, every one of reads a love letter differently to a car repair manual because they are written in very different ways – one poetically, the other literally. We particularly draw on the work of Gordon Fee, said to be one of the best Pentecostal hermeneutical scholars.

It also introduces the student to the major mega spheres of the world. The Bible exhorts every believer to be involved in missions in some capacity whether in prayer, professional involvement, community help, ministry, or planting churches. Recognizing cultural differences is particularly important, and emphasis will be placed on the different modes of missions and evangelism, eventually leading to full independence of the relevant people group such they can be self managed, self propagated, and self-supporting.

The notes provide an excellent overview of each book with a view to pointing out the life-giving attributes and spiritual features of each, as well as to what we can learn from these books today. Some academic and interpretational features are addressed, but not at the expense of undermining the profound spiritual and practical features of each book. An excellent study that has been well received by students for many years, and a must for every believer.

Israel splits from Judah under Solomon’s son, Rehoboam, into the kingdoms of southern Judah and northern Israel. The northern kingdom becomes and apostate nation with its own political, military, and religious system. Through manifold transgression, Israel is taken away into exile, only to be followed later by Judah. After this time, the restoration work commences as the Persian rule allows Jews to return to their homeland and rebuild their nation. Such are the contents of this marvellous collection of Old Testament books. The studies focus on the scriptures themselves, the truths brought forth within them, their illustrations of New Testament teachings, and an illumination of their principles that relate to every person in every time frame. The study, therefore, does not get bogged down in its theological aspects other than highlighting the essentials. The studies are essentially ‘practical life commentaries’ regarding the many principles that we can learn today. They have generally been highly received, and have been described by many students as “making the Old Testament come to life for me.”

Such patterning assists dramatically in the message being conveyed. Though not preoccupied with historical details or addressing literary complications, this collection of books adds a profound dimension of wisdom, sound advice, and practical advice for the believer. They beautifully supplement the OT narrative books by emphasizing the heart of the believer and our relationships with the Lord and with each other. They also provide some dramatic insights into the nature, character, holiness, patience, longsuffering, love and grace of the Lord.

They warn Israel when trouble is evident, encourage when it is going through difficult times, exhort it to godly living, and predict events sometimes centuries into the future. If the Historical Books provide the body of Israel, the Prophets provide the heart.

The pastoral principles contained in this subject can easily be translated across, and applied to, various leadership responsibilities – such as designing, providing and promoting a supporting leadership structure and environment without compromising the biblical requirements of shepherding God’s people. 

The first few sections of Pentateuch 1 deals with beginnings and the work of God in relation to man. Matters concerning the development of the nation of Israel unfold as essential themes of creation, sin, and redemption in the age of the patriarchs are examined. It also introduces some of the earlier covenants made with man, such as the Adamic, Noahaic, and Mosaic, and along with Pentateuch 2, focuses on the main events and outstanding characters of the 5 books of the Pentateuch. Like the studies in Old Testament History, the material presented in Pentateuch focuses more on the narrative stories and its characters, and what we can learn from them today in a practical way, than on theological issues and structure of the books. We will adequately cover theological issues relating to the New Testament believer in other specific theological subjects in our various courses. Attention is also given to the prophetic passages that point to the Lord Jesus Christ and to his redemptive ministry. 

As the third person of the Trinity, and the “Comforter” sent to us by the Lord, a working knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of the Holy Spirit is vital. Without Him, we would fail to be truly saved, empowered and secure in daily life. Prayer and ministry effectiveness is very much dependent on the help of the Holy Spirit. Praise God He did not leave us orphans. 

The module is presented in a step-by-step fashion so as to steadily build basic study skills, and provide essential tools for handling later modules of study. Aiming particularly at those students who have done little formal study, or who may not have studied for a long time, all students normally receive an exemption if they have finished education at least at the High School level, or feel they already possess the necessary study skills (please contact us in the latter case).  

The study also focuses on the existence of evil spirits, their nature and work, and their ultimate defeat. Along with Christology, Pneumatology, etc, this subject presents an essential foundational study for all believers. It is necessary and imperative that leaders have a thorough understanding and appreciation of this subject area.

Using the principles of divine guidance illustrated in Acts, it shows how the apparent defeats and setbacks actually became victories and advances for the gospel, offering practical application to the student who may be undergoing similar challenges. This biblical subject carefully examines the results of the infilling of the Holy Spirit. It evaluates the implications of this spiritual enablement of first century evangelism, and offers practical suggestions for the work and ministry of the modern church in terms of the divine strategy and enablement. It also challenges the student towards spiritual fulfilment. It presents a marvellous walk through Paul’s three missionary journeys. 

It is an essential study in tracing our Christian roots, and the student gains a deeper appreciation of the great New Testament truths that were laid, sometimes at great personal cost, such a water baptism, justification by faith, missions emphasis, and the like. (A prescribed textbook is usually required for this subject). The subject also, therefore, provides insight into the importance of laying solid foundations in believer’s lives in order to thwart heresy and avoid disunity.

Cults can be a blight on true faith and real Christianity, and the believer needs to be equipped in how to deal with them, respond to them, and counteract their cleverly-crafted arguments. The contents of this subject sometimes varies according to the training centre context. 

Students will also be exposed to basic exegetical skills while studying each section, learning how to read and interpret the scriptures accurately. A lot of foundational Christian principles and doctrines are contained this book, and there are marvellous insights into the use of spiritual gifts, the power of unity, and the like.

This module adds to the essential elements of a disciple’s life by discussing the fear of the Lord, joy, peace, prayer, and love. Such basic components for a disciple’s life complete the Biblical picture of what makes a true disciple. A prayer component is also included because a healthy Christian needs to have a healthy prayer life; particularly in a day when we can be so focused on pragmatism, tasks, projects and outcomes. We cannot afford, in these challenging, busy and pressurized times, to live a life devoid of prayer. Jesus Himself was a wonderful model of sincere prayer.

Understanding what the Bible says about “church” is vital to contemporary church life and practice: its healthy operation; essential officers in place; crucial ordinances being practiced; sheep being cared for; godly oversight; and the like. A really good eye-opener into the Biblical model of Church.

We should particularly understand the essentials of this subject including the second coming of the Lord, that we be ready for His return, that we will be found faithful upon His return, and the role we can play both before and during these great final events. Books like Revelation and parts of Ezekiel and Daniel, and the like, form part of this difficult though important study. 

In addition to exploring and engaging with such practical topics, the course provides biblical and analytical tools as to how to approach, handle, and respond to ethical issues in general. The course is highly interesting, reflective and engaging, and helps equip the believer to engage with ethical topics from a Biblical reasoning approach rather than from only a pure emotional response. A textbook is generally recommended for this subject: Evangelical Ethics by John Jefferson Davis.

The student gains a clearer understanding of the Old Testament forms of worship and their prophetic aspects, a new appreciation of Christ as the fulfilment of the Old Covenant, and faith to appropriate all the blessings that he offers. The superiority of the New Covenant to the Old will be shown by setting forth Christ as the Great High Priest. The priesthood is a major theme in this Book, and illustrates dramatically some of the ideals and principles set out in Leviticus.

The subject can be a real eye-opener into the biblical expectations of leadership, what makes a true leader, how a leader relates to other roles in the church, and so on. Leadership does not exist in a vacuum, and its mix and balance with other offices and roles in the church make it a formidable, challenging, yet highly responsible, ministry. It focusses more on the character and spiritual aspect of leadership, rather than leadership styles and structures, which are generally discussed in more advanced studies on leadership. In short, a really good eye-opener into the essential “nuts and bolts” of spiritual leadership.

It also adequately presents what is wrong with man, his fallen state, and his desperate need for a saviour. It is sometimes referred to as “Biblical Anthropology” (Doctrine of man) and “Harmartiology” (Doctrine of sin). It is usually one of the deeper and more complex theological subjects, though vital for Christian foundations.  

The study regularly highlights the biblical principles at each opportune stage, thus reinforcing the need for believers to remain God-focused when in a position of responsibility. This study of Management also incorporates various aspects of leadership so as to include a broader appreciation and understanding. The skills of developing effective roles, providing direction and maintaining quality performances are therefore openly encouraged and discussed in order that the work of the gospel not only becomes more efficient but effective also.

Music does not automatically assume that worship will be the result, however, music should help provide favourable conditions for worship. Worship first comes from the appreciative heart of the believer who reaches out in adoration, praise and thanksgiving.

Some wonderful teachings, like the qualifications of elders and deacons, are presented in this set of books, and Timothy was a special “son” in the Lord to Paul, whom Paul was closely mentoring. Second Timothy is rich with meaning as it is Paul’s very last writing with crucial things he needed to say. Unlike 1 and 2 Timothy which was written to Timothy at Ephesus, Titus was written to Titus on the island of Crete, with its own unique and special properties and advice. 

Romans is generally regarded as the most important Book on Christian doctrine in the New Testament. It is sometimes called “a gospel in miniature” because crucial foundational themes are elaborated, including justification by faith through grace. It is a block of teaching essential to Christian life and practice, and is essential for refuting error and wrong doctrine. The concept of “works,’ for example, has plagued the Christian church in many ages and in many times as people try to earn their way into the Kingdom.

Preliminary consideration is given to the grace of God as the source of our salvation and to the biblical teaching on predestination and election. The subject “Man and Sin” presents man’s problem, but this subject on “Soteriology” presents “man’s answer.” The subject is sometimes called “The Doctrine (or teaching) of Salvation.” True salvation must be Bible-based and done God’s way, and should never by circumvented or short-circuited by some convenient appeal to popular culture or postmodern ideologies.  

It provides an “elective” in giving the student an opportunity to study something he or she is very interested in or would like to learn more about. This subject is sometimes taken at Diploma level.

Also included are strategies that promote and foster relationships with people, the discernment of their needs, issues, goals and plans to implement appropriate counselling services. Such a focus, as in this module, is very relevant to today’s social climate upheaval. This module is designed to help the Christian worker counsel in a skilled and disciplined manner. It is not an all-encompassing treatise on counselling as such, providing all the necessary skills and complexities in this vast topical area, but rather it exposes and introduces some of the essentials of counselling to the interested student.

A textbook is normally used for this subject: ‘The Message of Ephesians’ by John Stott. It is an excellent study of this crucial Pauline epistle for modern life and church practice.

It has been an essential Christian study throughout the centuries, particularly after Martin Luther’s teaching on justification by faith and the inferiority of self-works for salvation. Textbook: ‘The Message of Galatians’ by John Stott.

Textbook: ‘The Message of The Sermon on the Mount’ by John Stott.

Textbook: ‘The Message of Thessalonians’ by John Stott.

It can be a good starting point prior to a deeper study of the various OT contained elsewhere in this college curriculum (e.g., Pentateuch, Old Testament History, Prophetical Books, Poetical Books). More like a Bible Handbook in orientation, the course does provide, nevertheless, a good overview of  the Old Testament regarding its main structure, teachings, and themes. 

Paul, in the Bible, was an outstanding apologist, as we witness in Acts and the Pauline epistles. It takes a solid understanding of Bible and Doctrine, including an understanding of some secular philosophies and ideologies to make a skilled ‘Apologist,’ however a subject like this helps put us on the right road to defend and present the Christian faith adequately. 

Whether it’s decision making, prayer, preaching, teaching, raising up others, training, comforting, or standing with those in pain, the pastor’s role is unique amongst organizational leadership. A textbook is normally prescribed for this course, given that some of its practical methodologies change according to culture, context, and modern times. Having said that, the requirements for spiritual leadership remain unchanged, with its principles being firmly embedded in the Bible, no matter what the time or context. 

It has the capacity to avoid the scenario of losing people “through the cracks” as a church grows with some individuals potentially becoming “lost” in the crowd. It’s a way of creating a large town, yet maintaining many of the characteristics of a small town. The subject is a “nuts and bolts” description of how and why to run small group ministry. A very practical subject that any small group leader will greatly benefit from. 

This subject aims to ask all sorts of questions of the student, using various score charts, and helps identify what his or her personality characteristics and ministry giftings are. Rather than being frustrated with trying to do, or be, something we are not, it is very enlightening and releasing to know who one is, what our calling is, where our strengths and weaknesses lie, and the like. Frustration with what we are not, then gives way to understanding, satisfaction, and personal fulfilment with what we truly are.

The text covers many relevant biblical topics of Leadership including: The Character Qualifications of Leaders; the Servant Heart of a Leader; the Leader as teacher; the Leader as Restorer and Healer; Trails and Tests of Leadership; the Warfare ministries of the Leader; Team Ministry; the Anointing of the leader; Promotion of the Leader, etc. A "must study" for any Christian Leader. Leadership is a huge subject, and can be approached from many angles including leadership styles, motivation, performance criteria, attitudes, skills and strategies, and the like. However, it is absolutely essential that Christian Leaders have a sound and solid Biblical understanding of leadership first, otherwise their understanding can be negatively skewed towards many corporate and motivational models and methodologies. As such, these subjects focus more specifically on spiritual leadership. 

It focusses on the examples set in the book of Acts, and underpinned by many of Paul’s writings and experiences. A textbook is normally prescribed for this course.