Module BC05 - 10 Weeks
Whole-Person Ministry
Course Description
Why did God create humankind? When God created humankind, what did He create? What is the Fall and how has it affected us? What about the soul? What is it and when do we get it? What about sin? What are the real and ongoing effects of the sin of our original "parents," Adam and Eve? Do we have a free will? Is there such a thing? Men and women: what is the big difference? What are the material and immaterial aspects of our makeup? How do they affect each other and what bearing does this have on biblical counseling? Hard questions that affect the way we view and relate to one another.
This course is a study the nature of humanity, of sin, and how these are interwoven in our lives. We will look at the nature of humanity from a biblical perspective examining the what and why of man. We will spend time understanding the different theories about the composition of man and attempt to understand what it means to be created in the image of God. The issue of free will shall be covered with sensitivity and conviction, tracing the debate through the centuries. We will also wrestle with issues pertaining to the nature, purpose, and design of the sexes, understanding that our stance will ultimately affect our view of marriage and society. We will also delve into understanding the neurobiological aspects of our makeup as human beings and their importance for life and ministry, especially for biblical counselors.
Course Outline
Session 1 - Introduction and Why did God create man?
Session 2 - What is man? Part 1
Session 3 - What is man? Part 2
Session 4 - The when, what, and how of the human soul
Session 5 - How are people in the "image of God?"
Session 6 - What happened at the Fall? Part 1
Session 7 - What happened at the Fall? Part 2
Session 8 - Human sexuality: Male and Female He created them.
Session 9 - Neurobiology and its impact on understanding mankind
Session 10 - Ministering to the whole person
Course Objectives
"May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal comfort and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good work and word." 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
This course is a study the nature of humanity, of sin, and how these are interwoven in our lives. We will look at the nature of humanity from a biblical perspective examining the what and why of man. We will spend time understanding the different theories about the composition of man and attempt to understand what it means to be created in the image of God. The issue of free will shall be covered with sensitivity and conviction, tracing the debate through the centuries. We will also wrestle with issues pertaining to the nature, purpose, and design of the sexes, understanding that our stance will ultimately affect our view of marriage and society. We will also delve into understanding the neurobiological aspects of our makeup as human beings and their importance for life and ministry, especially for biblical counselors.
Course Outline
Session 1 - Introduction and Why did God create man?
Session 2 - What is man? Part 1
Session 3 - What is man? Part 2
Session 4 - The when, what, and how of the human soul
Session 5 - How are people in the "image of God?"
Session 6 - What happened at the Fall? Part 1
Session 7 - What happened at the Fall? Part 2
Session 8 - Human sexuality: Male and Female He created them.
Session 9 - Neurobiology and its impact on understanding mankind
Session 10 - Ministering to the whole person
Course Objectives
- The student will gain knowledge of the different theories concerning human constitution, understanding that one's view in this area affect his or her entire worldview.
- The student will learn what affect the fall had on the mind of man as well as his moral, social, and volitional abilities.
- The student will learn that while man is not was he was supposed to be, he retains great dignity reflecting the glory of God.
- The student will critically evaluate the notion that people are essentially good and the notion that all people are essentially evil.
- The student will learn to appreciate the design of the sexes and how man and women are to function in the family, church, and society.
- The student will understand the importance of and learn how to minister to the whole person: mind, body, soul, and spirit
"May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal comfort and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good work and word." 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
