| Sunset
International Bible Institute Curriculum |
| This
is a list of the curriculum that is currently available to our schools
through the Sunset International Bible Institute. Each school will
select from this material as it is appropriate for its particular
needs. Much of this material has been translated into the languages
of the various schools and an on-going project continues the translation
process. Read the Curriculum Rationale |
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Biblical Studies
- Old Testament |
Old
Testament History 1 |
Scope of the entire Old Testament,
places, men, women, and promises from God
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Old
Testament History 2 |
Continuation of the entire Old Testament,
places, men, women and promises of God
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| Minor
Prophets |
Textual study of the books dealing
with the minor prophets
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| Isaiah |
Textual
study of the books of Isaiah |
Daniel
& Ezekiel |
Textual
study of the books of Daniel and Ezekiel |
Wisdom
Literature |
Textual
study of the books of Psalms, Proverbs, Job and Song of Solomon |
Biblical
Studies - New Testament
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| Letters
of John |
Textual
study of the books of 1st, 2nd and 3rd John |
| Life
& Teachings of Christ 1 |
Study
of the book of Luke, emphasizing the universal Savior |
Life
& Teachings of Christ 2 |
Continuation
of Life & teachings of Christ 1. Emphasis on the books of Mark and Luke |
| Acts
of the Apostles |
Textual
study of the book of Acts |
| Corinthians |
Textual
study of the book of I and II Corinthians
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Philippians
& Thessalonians |
Textual
study of the books of Philippians & Thessalonians |
Galatians |
Textual
study of the book of Galatians |
| Ephesians
& Colossians |
Textual
study of the book of Ephesians & Colossians |
| Letters
of Peter & James |
Textual
study of the books of 1st & 2nd Peter & James |
| Letters
of Timothy & Titus |
Textual
study of the books of Timothy & Titus
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| Romans |
Textual
study of the book of Romans
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| Revelation |
Textual
study of the book of Revelation
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| Gospel
of John |
Textual
study of the book of John |
| Christian
Worship |
| Christian
Worship I-VIII |
(8 Classes) Daily
time devoted to study, information from various speakers and missionaries.
Practicum for leading songs, prayers and giving talks. |
Evangelism
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| Evangelistic
Message |
Teaches techniques
of organization and delivery of a Biblical text |
| Evangelistic
Methods |
Presentation
of various methods of teaching small groups and individuals |
| Growth
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Christian
Integrity |
Discovering
true integrity in everyday living and presentation method of teaching
the concept to children through adults. |
Spiritual
Wholeness |
Basic
skills and insights relevant to the maintenance of the minister's
spiritual, emotional and interpersonal wholeness |
Spiritual
Disciplines |
The
Study and the application of various Biblical disciplines which
will assure spiritual growth of the individual |
| Christian
Home |
The study of marital maturity, values, insights and skills which
include communication, financial management, sexual harmony and
parenting
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(with
Jude/Philemon) Using the books of Jude and Philippians study skills
are taught which develop research and study habits |
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(Seminar)
Basic counseling skills for dealing with people and special situations |
Christian
Counseling |
Basic
non-clinical counseling skills and insights relevant to the people-helping
tasks of ministry |
Church
Growth Track |
The
basic objectives of the course are to study the tri-dimensional
patterns found in healthy, dynamic and growing congregations. (quantitative,
qualitative and structural growth) |
Leadership
Development- Track |
Leadership
skills and qualities needed as a minister and assessing own |
Congregational
Ministry - Track |
Identifying
areas unique to a minister, emphasizing interpersonal relationships,
his spiritual life and dealing with ministry struggles |
History/Evidences |
Christian
Evidences |
Study
of historical and scientific proof of Biblical people, places and
events |
New
Discoveries |
Presentation
of new scientific and archaeological fins. Emphasis
on relevant findings in Turkey
and the Ark and The Red Sea |
Interpreting
Church History 1- Seminar |
Study
of the apostolic development of the doctrines of the New Testament
church |
Interpreting
Church History 2 - Seminar |
Study
of the post-apostolic development of the church, its deterioration,
reformation and restoration |
| Languages |
English
Excellence - Seminar |
Study
of correct written and spoken grammar |
Hebrew
1 |
Study
of the Hebrew language used in Hebrew tex |
Hebrew
2 |
Continuation
of Hebrew |
Preacher
& Greek New Testament 1 |
Study
of the New Testament Greek language, grammar and syntax |
Preacher
& Greek New Testament 2 |
Study
of the New Testament Greek language, grammar and syntax |
| Missions |
Biblical
Theology of Missions |
Study
of missions as seen throughout the scriptures |
| Introduction
to Missions - Track |
Presentation
on countries throughout the world in view in light of evangelism |
| Planting
& Maturing Urban Churches - Track |
Focus on growing
urban centers and techniques to plant churches |
| Gospel
and Culture - Track |
Study
of various cultures, religions, and cults in the world |
| Growing
the Mission Church
- Track |
The
basic objectives of the course are to study the tri-dimensional patterns
found in healthy, dynamic and growing congregations. (quantitative,
qualitative and structural growth) |
| Preaching |
| Confident
Preaching |
Practical
approach to confident, bold enthusiastic and sincere speaking by use
of short, personal topics |
| Interpretive
Reading of Scripture |
Practical
approach to reading scriptures effectively |
| Topical
Preaching |
Research
and presentation of select topics from scriptures |
Evangelistic
Preaching |
Practical
approach to speaking compellingly |
Introduction
to Homiletics |
Development
of the ability of logical thought and recognizing false concepts |
| Preaching
from the Gospels |
Emphasis include
Jesus' life and teachings as the foundation and motivation for Christian
living, with an introduction to the narrative style of preaching |
| Preaching
from the Old Testament |
Development
and presentation of sermons from the Old Testament. Emphasis on narrative approach and using Old Testament text to a New
Testament reference for authoritive Christian
use |
| Preaching
from the Epistles |
Emphasis placed
on preaching from a short text and a series of sermons from one of
the Epistles, striving for proper balance between Biblical exegesis
and practical application |
| Special
Events |
Preaching
Development and presentation of sermons for weddings, funerals and
instructor assistance in ministering at such times |
| Advanced
Homiletics - Track |
Advanced course
in the study and preparation of sermons with a deeper study of various
types of sermons. Major emphasis on enhancing communication skills and increasing organizational
strategies |
Skill |
Research
Writing - Seminar |
Techniques of
research and writing an essay |
| Ministry
Planning - Seminar |
Presentation
of how to write a resume, develop a ministry agenda, set goals and
personal growth |
Doctrinal |
| Scheme
of Redemption - Seminar |
A
theological, doctrinal and historical study of the Messianic seed
prophesies from Genesis to the ascension |
| Contemporary
Religious Thought - Seminar |
An overview of
various mainstream and unconventional religious views |
Biblical
Doctrine 1 - Seminar |
The
doctrines of Roman Catholicism and the Greek Orthodox Church are studied
and evaluated in the light of the scriptures |
| Biblical
Doctrine 2 - Seminar |
The
principal doctrines of Protestant denominations, sects and cults are
studied and evaluated in the light of the scriptures |
| Sacrificial
Systems |
A
study of the Old Testament worship based on the Law of Moses and the
concepts of sacrifice and atonement |
| Church of Christ |
The history of the church from the first century, through the reformation
and the restoration |
Youth |
| Nature
& Culture of Youth |
A
study of the adolescent development and fundamental issues involved
in developing a ministry |
| Essential
Foundations for the Youth & Family Minister |
An overview of
issues related to the youth and family minister, both personally and
professionally |
| Working
Within the Framework of the Family |
Study and strategies
for working with an adolescent's family and church |
| Nuts
and Bolts of Youth/Family Ministry |
Pedagogy of designing
a youth ministry in a congregation using organization skills, resources,
committees and etc. |
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