First Day of Class: Monday, January 25th, 2pm—4:45pm
Instructor: Bill Honsberger
Location: Crossroads Bible Church, 18511 E. Hampden Ave., #204, Aurora, CO 80013
The Philosophy of Religion class will introduce the student to some of the most compelling questions of all time. How do Christians account for the presence of evil and suffering? How can Christians argue against the New Atheist claims that religion is evil and that evolution is overwhelmingly scientifically true? Many other arguments for the existence of God will be discussed, such as the ontological, cosmological, teleological. The argument from religious experience and the argument for/against miracles will also be examined. Students should be prepared to take seriously the command to love the Lord with all their minds!
First Day of Class: Monday, January 25th, 6:30pm—9:15pm
Instructor: Bill Honsberger
Location: Crossroads Bible Church, 18511 E. Hampden Ave., #204, Aurora, CO 80013
The Book of Acts is the turning point in the New Testament. It is a record of the birth of the Church and the triumphs and struggles of God’s covenant people to become a united people. It also shows an unfolding of the Lord’s hand of mercy extended to the Samaritans and to the goyim – gentiles of every nation. The class will address many questions that the book raises for the contemporary church – “Is the gift of tongues for today and or obligatory for true faith?” “In what manner do we baptize?” and many other pivotal issues. The student will gain an appreciation for what God started in the community of believers and how those lessons are to be lived out today.
First Day of Class: Monday, January 25th, 6:30pm—9:15pm
Instructor: Brent Adams
Location: Horizon Christian Fellowship, 5151 S. Federal Blvd. Unit C, Littleton
A continuation of New Testament Greek I; which was an introduction to the Greek language in which the New Testament was written. The goal of the class is to better understand the words and teachings of Christ and the New Testament writers.
First Day of Class: Tuesday, January 26th 6:30pm-9:15pm
Instructor: Jim Choury (bio)
Location: Legacy Christian Fellowship, 9375 Gaylord St., Thornton, CO 80229, (Church of God Building)
Students enrolled in the course on the major and minor prophets will analyze contemporary conceptions of prophecy and prophets, look at the historical and cultural environment faced by each of the O.T. prophets. The student will examine the personal background of each prophet, learn the major themes covered by the prophets and study the relationship of the prophets to social justice. They will consider Jesus as prophet and consider he role and nature of prophecy in today’s church.
First Day of Class: Thursday, January 28th, 2:00pm—4:45pm
Instructor: Ed Tafilowski
Location: Horizon Christian Fellowship, 5151 S. Federal Blvd. Unit C, Littleton
In this survey of the flow and content of the New Testament, we will examine the historical flow of the New Testament, the geographical and cultural aspects of the first century world. We will investigate the various authors and contributors to books and writings in the New Testament. We will understand the theme, date and purpose of each book. The student will be able to state clearly the purpose, theme and author of each New Testament book. This class is indispensable for any serious student of the Scriptures.
First Day of Class: Thursday, January 28th, 6:30pm—9:15pm
Instructor: Scott McCall (bio)
Location: Horizon Christian Fellowship, 5151 S. Federal Blvd. Unit C, Littleton
This class will study the doctrines of Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology (man, sin, salvation). We will discuss these topics in light of their evangelical orthodox statements and contemporary challenges. We will investigate the various traditions and positions regarding the Calvin-Armenian debate. We will investigate the classic statements of the atonement of Christ and how that original understanding is falling under the weight of a palatable gospel. The student will be able to dialogue coherently with seekers and with believers in this area of theology and feel confident of their understanding. The student will be writing their own doctrinal statement of belief. This course is foundational to a pursuit of theology and ministry.