FIRST YEAR - Certificate of Biblical Foundations
Bible Study Methods I: Inductive
An introduction to the basic principles of studying the Bible with an emphasis on the inductive method (Observation, Interpretation, and Application). Information will be demonstrated through class discussions and homework assignments.
Ephesians
A verse-by-verse study through the first three chapters of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, emphasizing God's grace and the believer's position in Christ.
Christian Doctrine I
An introductory examination of some of the major doctrines of the Christian faith. This class will cover God, Bible, Angles, Humanity, and Sin.
Bible Study Methods II: Hermeneutics
A detailed study of the important principles of Bible interpretation focusing on the different types of literature used in the Bible, such as Law, Prophets, Historical, Epistles, Gospels, etc.
Recommended Prerequisite:Bible Study Methods I: Inductive.
Bible Survey I: Old Testament
An overview of the Old Testament focusing on the historical settings and major events in Israel's redemptive history.
Christian Doctrine II
An introductory examination of some of the major doctrines of the Christian faith. This class will cover Christ, The Holy Spirit, the Church, and End Times.
Recommended Prerequisite: Christian Doctrine I.
Bible Survey II: New Testament
An overview of the New Testament, emphasizing the historical settings and Christ's Redemptive work.
Recommended Prerequisite: Bible Survey I: Old Testament.
Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology
An introductory overview of the end times prophecies of the Old and New Testament focusing on the events related to the Second Coming of Christ.
An introduction to the basic principles of studying the Bible with an emphasis on the inductive method (Observation, Interpretation, and Application). Information will be demonstrated through class discussions and homework assignments.
Ephesians
A verse-by-verse study through the first three chapters of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, emphasizing God's grace and the believer's position in Christ.
Christian Doctrine I
An introductory examination of some of the major doctrines of the Christian faith. This class will cover God, Bible, Angles, Humanity, and Sin.
Bible Study Methods II: Hermeneutics
A detailed study of the important principles of Bible interpretation focusing on the different types of literature used in the Bible, such as Law, Prophets, Historical, Epistles, Gospels, etc.
Recommended Prerequisite:Bible Study Methods I: Inductive.
Bible Survey I: Old Testament
An overview of the Old Testament focusing on the historical settings and major events in Israel's redemptive history.
Christian Doctrine II
An introductory examination of some of the major doctrines of the Christian faith. This class will cover Christ, The Holy Spirit, the Church, and End Times.
Recommended Prerequisite: Christian Doctrine I.
Bible Survey II: New Testament
An overview of the New Testament, emphasizing the historical settings and Christ's Redemptive work.
Recommended Prerequisite: Bible Survey I: Old Testament.
Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology
An introductory overview of the end times prophecies of the Old and New Testament focusing on the events related to the Second Coming of Christ.
SECOND YEAR - Certificate of Biblical Studies
Romans I-IV (4 quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Paul's Epistle to the Romans focusing on Paul's flow of thought and the theology of man's corruption, justification by faith, and practical application of these doctrines. This class goes the whole year.
Eschatology II: Daniel
A look at the prophetic aspects of the book of Daniel and their relationship to the rest of end times prophecy. The class will cover Daniel chapter 2 and 7-12.
Recommended Prerequisite: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology.
Eschatology III: Matthew 24
A verse-by-verse study through this end times sermon of Jesus Christ to his disciples as recorded by Matthew.
Recommended Prerequisites: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology and Eschatology II: Daniel
Hebrews
A verse-by-verse study of the Epistle to the Hebrews emphasizing the completed work of Christ in relationship to the Old Testament sacrificial system and His current Priesthood.
Galatians, Philippians, Colossians
A verse-by-verse study of these Epistles written by Paul focusing on the grace of God in relation to salvation and contrast with legalism.
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Paul's Epistle to the Romans focusing on Paul's flow of thought and the theology of man's corruption, justification by faith, and practical application of these doctrines. This class goes the whole year.
Eschatology II: Daniel
A look at the prophetic aspects of the book of Daniel and their relationship to the rest of end times prophecy. The class will cover Daniel chapter 2 and 7-12.
Recommended Prerequisite: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology.
Eschatology III: Matthew 24
A verse-by-verse study through this end times sermon of Jesus Christ to his disciples as recorded by Matthew.
Recommended Prerequisites: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology and Eschatology II: Daniel
Hebrews
A verse-by-verse study of the Epistle to the Hebrews emphasizing the completed work of Christ in relationship to the Old Testament sacrificial system and His current Priesthood.
Galatians, Philippians, Colossians
A verse-by-verse study of these Epistles written by Paul focusing on the grace of God in relation to salvation and contrast with legalism.
THIRD YEAR - Certificate of Advanced Biblical Studies
Eschatology IV: Revelation I-III (3 quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Revelation which emphasizes the Pre-Millennial/Pre-Tribulation position.
Recommended Prerequisites: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology, Eschatology II: Daniel and Eschatology III: Matthew 24.
Church History I: Acts I-III (3 quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study through the book of Acts, emphasizing the formation and spread of the Church. The class will focus on the role of the Holy Spirit in the ministry of the church and key principles for effective ministry.
Church History II: Apostolic Fathers
A study of the defense, formulation and refinement of Christian doctrine during Church history along with a rich history of the Apostolic Fathers where you learn through research and lecture presentations that introduce you to the early pioneers of the faith.
Recommended Prerequisites: Church History I: Acts I-III
Theology of Worship
An introduction to a key ministry within the church and the Christian life focusing on worship in the bible and early church history.
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Revelation which emphasizes the Pre-Millennial/Pre-Tribulation position.
Recommended Prerequisites: Eschatology I: Intro to Eschatology, Eschatology II: Daniel and Eschatology III: Matthew 24.
Church History I: Acts I-III (3 quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study through the book of Acts, emphasizing the formation and spread of the Church. The class will focus on the role of the Holy Spirit in the ministry of the church and key principles for effective ministry.
Church History II: Apostolic Fathers
A study of the defense, formulation and refinement of Christian doctrine during Church history along with a rich history of the Apostolic Fathers where you learn through research and lecture presentations that introduce you to the early pioneers of the faith.
Recommended Prerequisites: Church History I: Acts I-III
Theology of Worship
An introduction to a key ministry within the church and the Christian life focusing on worship in the bible and early church history.
FOURTH YEAR - Certificate of Biblical Ministry
Pastoral Epistles I & II (2 Quarters)
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, warning of false teaching, instruction on church administration and worship, character of church leaders and responsibilities toward the believers. A 2-Quarter Class.
Philosophy Of Ministry
A study in the various principles for effective ministry as viewed from the Senior Pastor, emphasis on necessary Biblical understanding needed to operate successfully in ministry.
Sermon Preparation
This class is designed to guide students through the preparation and delivery of a Biblically sound sermon or bible study.
Biblical Counseling
An introductory course on Christian counseling according to Biblical perspectives, emphasizing the biblical instruction to counsel each other with Scripture. A recurring minor theme will be biblical warnings alerting us concerning man's ways of counseling.
World Missions
An overview of a missionary perspective to prepare those who are called to serve long/short term missions locally and internationally. This includes how to prepare servants spiritually, physically, and mentally. It also covers a biblical perspective on missions and cross-cultural training. (Isaiah 6:8 - "Here am I! Send me.")
Witnessing to the Cults
An introductory overview on classic cults of Christianity and how to navigate in conversations with members of these cults and share the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Class will cover cults such as Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, and others.
Evangelism and Apologetics Among Muslims
An examination of the religion of Islam. Emphasis will be given to understanding its development, theology, and worldview by comparing it to Christian teachings. The purpose of this course is to help Christians to better understand Muslim people, in order to effectively represent Jesus Christ and his message when interacting and building relationships with them.
An in-depth verse-by-verse study of Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, warning of false teaching, instruction on church administration and worship, character of church leaders and responsibilities toward the believers. A 2-Quarter Class.
Philosophy Of Ministry
A study in the various principles for effective ministry as viewed from the Senior Pastor, emphasis on necessary Biblical understanding needed to operate successfully in ministry.
Sermon Preparation
This class is designed to guide students through the preparation and delivery of a Biblically sound sermon or bible study.
Biblical Counseling
An introductory course on Christian counseling according to Biblical perspectives, emphasizing the biblical instruction to counsel each other with Scripture. A recurring minor theme will be biblical warnings alerting us concerning man's ways of counseling.
World Missions
An overview of a missionary perspective to prepare those who are called to serve long/short term missions locally and internationally. This includes how to prepare servants spiritually, physically, and mentally. It also covers a biblical perspective on missions and cross-cultural training. (Isaiah 6:8 - "Here am I! Send me.")
Witnessing to the Cults
An introductory overview on classic cults of Christianity and how to navigate in conversations with members of these cults and share the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Class will cover cults such as Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, and others.
Evangelism and Apologetics Among Muslims
An examination of the religion of Islam. Emphasis will be given to understanding its development, theology, and worldview by comparing it to Christian teachings. The purpose of this course is to help Christians to better understand Muslim people, in order to effectively represent Jesus Christ and his message when interacting and building relationships with them.
LocationCalvary Chapel La Mirada
15144 Leffingwell Rd. La Mirada, CA 90638 |
Office HoursMonday & Thursday
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