This introductory subject on English and writing focuses on English grammar and the skills needed in writing papers at levels 4 and 5. 

As a general introduction to the Christian Bible, this subject gives attention to a general description of the formation of the Old and New Testaments.  The implications of differing views of authority based on differing views of inspiration will be explored.  An introduction to textual criticism aids students to be more informed about how to evaluate differing textual readings in the manuscript tradition of the New Testament.  Lastly, several English translations are evaluated.

This overview of the book of Genesis gives attention to the patriarchal narratives of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob by placing them in the historical, religious, political and social framework of the Middle Bronze Age period.  In addition, the literary qualities and themes in the book of Genesis are explored.

As an introduction to hermeneutics, this subject begins with a survey of interpretation from the 1st century AD to the present with a special component on the traditional hermeneutics of the Stone-Campbell Movement.  In addition, attention is given on how to engage in the exegetical task.   Strategies of biblical criticism are explained in a survey format as well as several different literary genres of the Bible. 

This subject encourages the formation of the Christian into the likeness of Jesus Christ.  While some attention is given to the diverse ways Christians in history have approached spiritual formation of the disciple of Jesus, the orientation of the subject focuses on the biblical principles of spiritual formation and practices related to spiritual formation.

This subject is an introduction to the Greek language of the New Testament with attention given to the Greek alphabet, vocabulary and beginning Greek grammar.   In addition, a general orientation is provided for the use of Greek lexical tools located in the SPBC library.

This subject places the Old Testament literature in the social, cultural and religious world of the Ancient Near East covering the period of the biblical patriarchs to Alexander the Great.   

This subject places the New Testament literature in the social, cultural and religious setting of the Greco-Roman world covering the period of Alexander the Great to the Destruction of Jerusalem. 

This subject is an exploration of the Old Testament from a theological point of view.  Some attention will be given to the history of the study of Old Testament theology as well as some of the difficulties in studying Old Testament theology.  An outline looking at several Old Testament themes that include but are not limited to Israel’s confession of Yahweh, covenant, salvation history, the land, promise and kingdom and how they provide the background for studying New Testament theology is given.

This subject covers the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament (Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon) and Psalms.  An emphasis is placed on the Psalms and Job with some consideration of the other books.  Attention is given to the rise of wisdom literature among the Israelites, its nature and purpose, its role in Israelite society, its connections with Old Testament theology, and how it is to be interpreted.  In addition, the discussion relates to how the study of wisdom literature and Psalms can be relevant for the life and liturgy of the church today.

This subject is an overview of Israelite history from the Exodus from Egypt to the Babylonian Exile in the 6th Century BC.  Although some attention is given to some of the religious, political, and social customs of Israel and her neighbours during this period, the focus is on an historical and chronological presentation of Israel as well as some major themes taught in the so-called Historical Books of the Old Testament.   

These Pauline letters are important for understanding the shape of early Christianity and provide a helpful introduction to Pauline theology.  In addition to the textual study of these letters, consideration is given to the historical and social contexts of these letters along with special attention given to themes of justification by faith and eschatology.

This subject is designed to equip the Christian with skills used in Christian ministry in a supervised context. 

This subject is an overview of several themes of the New Testament that may include but are not limited to theology, Christology, pneumatology, soteriology, eschatology, and anthropology.  Attention will be given to the different theological emphasis of the Pauline, Johannine, “catholic” writings, and the synoptic Gospels.  Challenges to reflect on the implications of theology in the life of the believer are also given.

This subject presents redemption as a central theology of the Scriptures. This includes an in-depth study of words and themes relating to the great theme of redemption.   In addition, God’s purposes in history are established as eternal and not casual and a theological perspective of humanity is offered.

As an overview of the Jewish people after the Babylonian exile to the death of Herod the Great, this subject gives attention to the emerging Judaism as the Jewish people react to their culturally, politically, religiously, and socially changing environment.  All of these changes provide the background for the New Testament.  

This textual study of these two Gospels focuses on major themes that may include but are not limited to Christology and discipleship.  Some attention is given to the relationship between the Synoptic Gospels but the subject is oriented on how to read each Gospel individually in their respective social, historical and cultural settings. 

This exegetical study of the text of I & II Timothy and Titus highlights key themes and how some of these themes are especially relevant to the life of the church today.  In addition, attention is given to the character and role of leaders in the local church, particularly the role of the evangelist. 

This subject is a historical and limited textual survey of the Major Prophets.  Attention will be given to the social and religious background as well as to the major themes in each of these books. 

This subject is a textual examination of the New Testament letters of James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter and Jude. Special consideration will given to the nature of each epistle, specific issues that arise in conjunction with a study of that epistle, and the practical application of the epistles to the life of a Christian.

This subject is an introduction to public speaking, preaching and teaching.  The focus is on the character of the speaker, the preparation and delivery of a message.  In addition, the importance of non-verbal communication, vocal variety and oral style in public speaking will be covered.

This subject is an introduction to the biblical theology of evangelism and includes an overview of Paul’s theology and strategy of evangelistic ministry.  In addition, a focus on people and their journeys to faith is explored.

This subject examines concepts to assist the student in understanding the basics of personal development from a Christian perspective.  Consideration is given to the human condition and need, worldview, motivation and personality.

This subject considers topical, textual, expository and narrative approaches to teaching.  Attention is also given to specific public expressions of worship and how they are to be developed and delivered.

This subject begins with a discussion of the importance of contextualisation for evangelism followed with an overview of post-modern thinking and practice.  In addition, attention is also given on the role of the church in its call to evangelise in a post-modern world.

This subject utilises interactive learning to challenge students in their understanding of self and what is required to effectively relate to others. 

Prophets and prophecy in Israel are defined and described in this subject.  The corpus of books known as the Minor Prophets are individually studied with a focus on their specific historical backgrounds and message.  Attention is given to utilizing the prophetic material in preaching.

This subject of Christian evidences embraces several areas of evidence for both the existence of God and the validity of Christianity.  This subject includes discussion on some of the philosophical arguments for the existence of God, the question of origins and the historicity of the resurrection of Jesus.  

The spread, growth, development and impact of Western and Eastern Christianity from the 1st century AD through the period of the Reformation is outlined and discussed in this subject.  In addition, the background, leading figures, the spread and the impact on Western Christianity of the European Reformation is discussed.

This subject is designed to equip the Christian with skills used in Christian ministry in a supervised context. 

As a continuation of Greek I, this subject explores further Greek grammar, vocabulary and translation principles.  In addition, attention is given to the discussion on how knowledge of the Greek language is helpful for exegesis.

This subject seeks to cultivate a biblical understanding of worship through a careful reading of the Old and New Testament with a focus on early Christian worship.  In addition, this subject will also survey the development of Christian worship throughout Christian history.  Some attention will be given on theological reflection on how to implement healthy worship practice in the life of the contemporary church. 

The nature of the New Testament church with an emphasis on its mission, worship, ministry, and leadership is outlined in this subject.  The outline will follow the pattern of the New Testament church by showing the connection between Christ and the church through the varied metaphors used in the New Testament describing the church and Christ.  The subject will also explore the relevance of the church in the 21st century.

This textual study of the book of Daniel considers the historical background of the book and its place in the Old Testament canon.  In addition, attention will be given to the genre of apocalyptic literature.

This textual study of the Gospel and Letters of John concentrates on the distinctive nature of the Johannine community as well as the distinctive theology of these documents. 

This subject outlines the argument of the book that Christ is superior.  Attention is given to selected themes that may include but are not limited to Christology, soteriology, angelology, covenant, and rest.

This textual study of the Lukan literature of the New Testament focuses on Luke’s theological interests as he tells the story of the Christ and the Spirit-empowered community of faith. 

This subject is an introduction to the practice of faith formation in the local community of faith.  Attention is given to methods of teaching Scripture creatively and effectively in today’s contemporary culture. 

The unique situation and personality of the church at Corinth provides a window into many aspects of church life and the struggles that churches often face.  This textual study of Paul’s two existing Corinthian letters looks at the ups and downs of 1st century church life in a Greco-Roman environment and draws parallels to the common ups and downs of church life today.

A brief description of the historical and social backgrounds of the “restoration movements” in Europe and the United States during the 18th and early 19th centuries is covered in this subject.   Several prominent leaders and writers of these movements will be highlighted as well as some of the documents that helped to shape the Stone-Campbell Movement (Restoration Movement). 

One finds in these theologically rich Pauline Epistles teaching on Christ and the church.  This textual study of these epistles focuses on each of the epistles’ structure, purpose, and themes.  Attention is also given to analysing the relationship between Colossians and Ephesians and the situation in the Philippian church as background for exegeting and applying the teaching in the epistle.

This subject is an introduction to the process of crisis intervention.  In addition, different crisis situations that may include but are not limited to depression, suicide, death, and divorce are outlined.

This subject is an introduction to the work of pastoral care and counselling.  There is a focus on biblical models of helping others that includes characteristics of becoming an effective people helper.  Some attention is given to ways the local church can function as a helping community.

This subject gives an introductory overview of several world faiths today that may include but are not limited to Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism.  In addition, attention is given to some trends in Christianity that may include but are not limited to the development of tradition, free will, modernism to postmodernism, dispensationalism, and Pentecostalism. 

Considered to be the pinnacle of Pauline thought, the letter to the Romans is outlined.  Themes explored include but are not limited to justification by faith, law and election and sanctification and its outworking in the life of the believer.

This subject explores the history of the arrival and impact of Christianity in the South Pacific/Australasia region.  Particular attention is paid to the arrival and development of the churches of Christ from the 19th century to the present. 

This introductory subject of leadership explores aspects of leadership in both the Old and New Testaments. Attention is given to principles of leadership as well as strategies for being an effective leader in today’s church.  Some attention is also given to managing conflict in the local community of faith.

This subject introduces principles of church growth.  Attention is also given to the role of the local preacher in the small congregation as well as small group ministry.  Opportunities are provided to be actively involved in evangelistic events.

This subject looks at how the individual person's social, personal and theological identity affects one's reactions to life experiences.

This subject explains approaches to effective teaching of adults, teens and junior classes. Attention is given to interpersonal communication and the developing of imagination in teaching and preaching.  In addition, focus is given on developing and demonstrating communication skills in both anticipated and impromptu situations.