(3 credits)

Instructor: Mrs. Renee Carey, MSI

This course focuses on the skills needed for college-level research and academic writing. Physical and digital research skills will be practiced as well as writing techniques from topic determination to properly formatted delivery.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Cindy Kersey, M.Ed

Students will learn basic principles of accounting from a biblical perspective.

(1 credit)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will survey the proof of the Existence of God, the Reliability of the Bible and the Resurrection of Christ so that the student can adequately support these topics from the Bible.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will examine the basic branches of philosophy and how they interact with biblical doctrines.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Chap. Dale Parker, MDiv.

Description: Contemporary Theology examines the state and condition of biblical, historical, Christianity. Within today’s post-truth society many “spiritual” movements are challenging the integrity of the church and compromising the inerrancy, inspiration, and sufficiency of Scripture. An understanding of eight significant movements that cross all denominations will enable the student to gain biblical insight, discernment, and the working knowledge that will impact his or her faithfulness to Christ and His infallible Word.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course seeks to develop intercultural competencies for Christian leaders. Students will learn how develop greater cultural self-awareness, knowledge and skills, enabling them to serve more effectively in intercultural settings in North America or around the world.

(3 credits)

Instructors: Dr. Kevin Jones, DEdMin and Rev. Mike Smith, MDiv

This course is a study of Bibliology - Biblical claims and their inspiration, revelation, and substantiation; the canon of Scripture; theology - the existence of God; anti-theistic systems; the nature, attributes, and names of God; the doctrine of the Trinity. the decrees and works of God; anthropology - the origin and nature of man, the Fall and its consequences, and man’s duty and destiny; and angelology - the doctrine of angels; the holy angels; the person and work of Satan; and the reality, activity, and judgment of demons.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will consist of a survey of the major cultures that make up the time of the New Testament and Intertestamental Period. This course will teach the student to be able to better interpret the New Testament in its own culture. A survey of Greek, Roman, and first-century Judaistic geography, history, and daily life will be studied.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Rev. Bert Kirk, DMin.

This course is a study of the biblical principles of effective evangelism, to include the gospel message, the mandate to evangelize, the most effective methods of evangelism, and the overcoming of spiritual resistance to the gospel. Students will also gain actual experience in “low-risk” methods of personal evangelism.

(.5 credits)

Director of Field Ed: Chap. Dale Parker, MDiv

A supervised practical field experience for students involved in evangelism, discipleship, teaching, and other ministries. Qualified mentors provide directed supervision to help students develop and attain their ministry goals. TBA with Chaplain Dale Parker, FE Director.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Jones, DEdMin

This course is an intensive doctrinal, historical, and theological study of the book of Genesis considering the related issues of creation, the fall, the flood, and the patriarchal cultural setting. The course will focus on foundational doctrines in Genesis in regards to the universe, earth, man, sin, and salvation.

(3 Credits)

Instructor: Matthew Gay

This course is designed to help students map out a biblical and evidence-based approach to healthy living.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course is an examination of the general and specific principles of biblical interpretation and inductive method of Bible study. Emphasis is given to the normal grammatical-historical-cultural method of interpretation, which provides the student with a complete methodology that can be used to study any book of the Bible.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Bob Munson, ThD

This course seeks to help students gain familiarity with major movements and participants in the Christian missions movement over the entirety of church history. This course seeks to give tools for the student to be able to think critically about missions history and gain (at least) tentative understanding of why things happened, not just what things happened. Further, it is hoped that students will see Christian mission history not only as an activity of the church (missiones ecclesiae), but part of the activity of God (missio dei).

(3 Credits)

nstructor: Taught through Zondervan; graded by Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will trace the history of the Bible from its beginnings to the present day, highlighting key figures and demonstration overall the reliability of Scripture.

(2 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Hap Stuthers, PhD

The course is an introductory study into the person of God as revealed in His names and attributes. Emphasis will be given to the Hebrew words used for God in the Old Testament and the words used to describe His character and being throughout the Bible. Application to daily life and ministry will be an integral aspect of the course.

Location: Live through Zoom

Thursdays, 7pm-9pm

(1, 2 or 3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course provides high school students with an opportunity to learn and develop the necessary skills to engage in life/career planning. This variable credit course can be taken for one, two, or three credit hours. Students can gain assistance in many areas of career development, from choosing a major and deciding on occupations to learning about resumes, interviewing, and job search strategies. The process involves thoughtful self-assessment, career exploration, planning, and follow-through with preliminary employment strategies. Textbook: None

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course introduces students to the history of world missions, mission strategies, and the scriptural basis for world evangelism. Each student will enhance his/her life vocation as a world Christian.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Doug Hagedorn, PhD/MBA

This course introduces the student to leadership theories, research and practices that will assist them in incorporating a biblical worldview into a formation and refining of personal and behavioral servant leadership traits and behaviors that will impact and influence the organizations and people they will connect with in their ministry, church, school, community, and families.

The course will help the student study, reflect, develop and apply successful leadership approaches in all spheres of their lives to assist them on their spiritual journey, discover God’s call, and find purpose in examining, evaluating, and applying current leadership styles and principles

A biblical, servant leadership approach will be emphasized and will undergird the teachings and knowledge gained through all theories.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Taught by Dr. Matt Fretwell; graded by Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

Survey the various available church planting strategies, biblical and theological premises of church planting, and missiological terms that relate to church planting.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course is a chronological study of the four Gospels and Acts emphasizing the key persons, events, places, and circumstances of the life and ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ and the Apostles with a view to understanding the distinctive contribution of each book.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course is a survey of the historical and poetical books of the Old Testament from Genesis through to Song of Solomon. Special consideration is given to the sovereignty of God in the creation of the world, the beginning of His great plan of redemption, and the practical application of these early books to everyday Christian life.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Chap. Dale Parker, MDiv

This course is a study about spiritual growth and how it occurs in the life of a true believer in Christ. Biblical spirituality is a process of conforming to the image of Jesus Christ by the power of God the Holy Spirit. The study is focused on how one’s spirit is formed beginning with the changes that happen when a person is repentant and in faith places their trust in Christ as their own Savior. Students will research 12 various, biblical approaches to spiritual growth and maturity. It is an intensive course that leads to a deeper understanding of authentic spirituality that impacts every facet of one’s life and relationships.

(1 credit)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

Telling the Story is an oral inductive Bible study method that empowers the student to teach the Scripture’s narratives in a way that is engaging and discussion-based. This method can be an effective means of communicating the Gospel to people in any situation.

(3 credit)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

The Bible is the foundation of all that we believe as Christians. Yet, for many, it can be intimidating due to its size and set up. In this class we will explore the Substance, Structure and the Story of the Bible from Genesis through Revelation. Discover what the Bible is, and the Grand Story it contains.

(3 credits)

This course is a presentation of the concepts and strategies used in defending the Christians belief in the existence of God, the resurrection of Christ, the reliability of the Word of God, and the truthfulness of the gospel of Christ. History, archaeology, logic, and experience will be explored along with significant biblical texts to show the utter reasonableness of the Christian faith.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will consist of a survey of the major cultures that make up the time of the Old Testament; including Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Canaanite, Babylonian, Persian, and Israelite geography, history and daily life.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Chap. Dale Parker, MDiv

Eschatology is the study of last things, things that were future at the time of their writing and events that are yet future from our perspective. Students will learn prophetic passages about nations, rulers, and future world conflicts. Questions will be answered about the Rapture, Christ's second coming, the Tribulation period, the antiChrist and the Millennium. Various covenants that impact Israel and the Gentile nations will be observed. The books of Daniel, Revelation and Isaiah will be primary with references in Genesis, Ezekiel and Zechariah. God's sovereignty over all nations, people and events will be recognized.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

Location: Hampton Christian Academy.

This course provides a broad overview of perspectives and theories associated with the span of human development throughout an individual’s life. This will help students become more effective communicators and servants through a greater knowledge of how people develop over the course of their lifespan. Students will also gain a perspective of how Christians develop and grow over the course of their spiritual lives.

(3 credits)

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Newman, ThD

This course will examine the family from a biblical perspective. God’s design for marriage and the family will be explored. It will give attention to key family issues such as commitment, communication, roles, intimacy, and conflict. It will examine family systems and life-cycle theories.