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Available Courses
A Light to the Nations
by Michael Goheen
In this course, theologian Michael Goheen roots the church's identity and mission in the overarching story of the Bible, revealing a people called to embody and display the life of God's coming kingdom for the sake of the world. The Bible's vision redefines mission not as a program but as a way of life — cosmic, communal, and personal — that goes far beyond individual salvation. Students will be equipped to recover the church's true purpose and live a distinctively counter-cultural life as a preview of the new creation.
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Accomplished Sanctification
by Don Payne
In this course, theologian Don Payne offers a fresh look at sanctification, arguing that it is primarily an accomplished reality in the life of a believer rather than merely a progressive process. Drawing on historical context from the Reformation and key biblical texts, Payne reframes how we understand holiness and our participation in the saving work of Jesus. Whether you've felt confused or discouraged by discussions of sanctification, this course offers a refreshing and liberating exploration of what it truly means to be made holy.
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Ministry in a Secular Age
by Andy Root
In this course, Professor Andy Root explores why ministry feels so hard by examining how belief itself has shifted in our secular age, driving the decline in church participation, funding, and influence. Rather than offering surface-level solutions, Root provides a paradigm-shifting framework for understanding the deeper cultural and experiential forces reshaping ministry today. At the same time, he reveals how the secular age's profound hunger for meaning opens surprising new opportunities for those willing to rethink traditional approaches.
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Paul and Gender
by Cynthia Long Westfall
In this course, you will explore Paul’s teachings on gender by moving beyond common assumptions and reexamining traditional “proof texts” in their proper context. You will gain a deeper understanding of how Greco-Roman culture shaped Paul’s audience and how his theology presents a consistent, often countercultural vision of equality and shared purpose for men and women. You will also develop a more nuanced and coherent interpretation of key passages, equipping you to better understand and apply Paul’s message in the church, home, and society.
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Acts: A Commentary
by Craig Keener
In this course, you will explore the Book of Acts in its first-century context, drawing on Craig Keener’s extensive research and commentary. You will examine key themes such as mission, evangelism, and the inclusion of the Gentiles, while gaining insight into the historical, cultural, and geographical background of early Christianity. You will also walk through the entire text of Acts, deepening your ability to interpret Scripture for study, teaching, or personal growth.
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Learning from Marginalized Christian Communities
By Alexia Salvatierra and Brandon Wrencher
In this course, you will explore how resilient Christian communities have responded to systemic oppression and marginalization, offering a faith that speaks to real-world struggles. You will examine examples from the Global South, including Latin American Base Ecclesial Communities and the Hush Harbors of the antebellum Black church, to understand how faith can foster solidarity, empowerment, and transformation. You will also learn practical, culturally rooted approaches for integrating a vibrant, Christ-centered faith with meaningful social justice and community engagement.
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