Church History
Course Overview
This course covers the rich history of the Christian Church from its New Testament beginnings to the modern era. Students will learn key doctrines, movements, and figures that shaped the faith through the centuries, gaining a deeper appreciation for the enduring work of the Holy Spirit and the foundation of today’s faith through its triumphs and challenges.
Materials
Course Pack Material
A Survey of Israel’s History (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1986), 351–381 (optional) by Leon J. Wood,
Encyclopedia of Messianic Candidates & Movements in Judaism, Samaritanism and Islam (St. Clair Shores, MI: Cadieux & Maheux Press, 2009), 93–118 (optional) by Eugene J. Mayhew
An Introduction to the New Testament: Contexts, Methods & Ministry Formation (Intervarsity Press, 2004), 37–105 (optional) by David A. DeSilva
