Church History

Textbook: Forerunners of the Faith by Nathan Busenitz w/corresponding VIDEO and AUDIO lectures found at forerunnersofthefaith.com

Materials: 3-ring binder
Dividers

Supply Fee: $15 per year

Length: 1 hour Class

Class Description: What has God been doing in the world for the last 2,000 years?

Let’s find out! In this course, we’ll explore the history of the church, the Bride of Christ, the most precious institution on earth!

We’ll use Nathan Busenitz’s Forerunners of the Faith workbook with his companion lectures to guide us through the timeline of the church age, beginning in the 1st century through modern times, introducing us to some of the major figures and events in church history.

We’ll also learn through assigned podcasts, particularly Stephen J. Nichols’ 5 Minutes in Church History, Hymn Study, and especially biographies, identifying faithful “mentors” from our Christian heritage.

We’ll enjoy a bright spotlight on the Reformation–in October, of course!–touching back on it again in the spring. We’ll be encouraged in the faith by catching a glimpse of what God has done in prior generations.

Soli Deo Gloria!

Students Will Be Expected To:
COMPLETE Forerunners Workbook Lessons + Lectures.
WATCH/LISTEN to VIDEO and/or AUDIO Instruction Assignments with note taking.
PREPARE Discussion and/or Research Questions for in-person class times.
ENGAGE in Class Discussion each week.
PRESENT a prepared Biography Presentation each semester–1 in the Fall, 1 in the Spring.
DEMONSTRATE a solid understanding of a general timeline of the history of the church.
GAIN a sense of their own rich Christian heritage.
PROGRESS toward becoming a life-long learner of church history!
(Quizzes, tests, and other measures will be determined as needed).