Course Outline
In collaboration with ThirdMill Institute, we have developed a pastors and leaders curriculum that provides a foundations and theological framework. Below is the course outline.
Biblical Foundations Survey
Course 1: What We Believe
Lesson 1: Articles of Faith
Lesson 2: God the Father
Lesson 3: Jesus Christ
Lesson 4: The Holy Spirit
Lesson 5: The Trinity
Lesson 6: The Church
Lesson 7: Salvation
Course 2: Biblical Foundations
Lesson 1: Why study the Old Testament
Lesson 2: The Kingdom of God
Lesson 3: Divine Covenants
Lesson 4: The Canon of the Old Testament
Lesson 5: Why study the New Testament
Lesson 6 The Kingdom of God
Lesson 7: The New Covenant
Course 3: Old Testament Foundations
Lesson 1: The Pentateuch
Lesson 2: A Perfect World
Lesson 3: Lost and Found
Lesson 4: A World of Violence
Lesson 5: A New Direction
Lesson 6: Abraham part 1
Lesson 7: Abraham part 2
Lesson 8: Jacob
Lesson 9: Joseph
Lesson 10: Exodus
Course 4: New Testament Foundations
Lesson 1: The Gospels
Lesson 2: Matthew
Lesson 3: Mark
Lesson 4: Luke
Lesson 5: John
Lesson 6: Acts part 1
Lesson 7: Acts part 2
Course 5: Old Testament Studies
Lesson 1: Introduction to Joshua
Lesson 2: Victorious Conquest
Lesson 3: Inheritances, covenant loyalty
Lesson 4: Introduction to Samuel
Lesson 5: Samuel and Saul
Lesson 6: King David
Course 6: Old Testament Prophets
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: OT Prophets
Lesson 3: OT Prophets
Lesson 4: Purpose of Predictions
Course 7: Pauline Studies
Lesson 1: Paul’s theology
Lesson 2: Paul and Galatians
Lesson 3: Paul and Thessalonians
Lesson 4: Paul and Corinthians:
Lesson 5: Paul’s Prison Epistles
Lesson 6: Paul and Colossians
Lesson 7: Paul and Ephesians
Lesson 8: Paul and Philemon
Lesson 9: Paul and Philippians
Course 8: New Testament Epistles
Lesson 1: Hebrews: Background and Purpose
Lesson 2: Hebrews: Structure
Lesson 3: James
Lesson 4: 1 Peter and 2 Peter
Lesson 5: The epistles of John
Lesson 6: Revelation: The Kingdom
Total Lessons: 56
Theological Foundations Survey
Course 1: Doctrine of God
Lesson 1: What we know about God
Lesson 2: How God is different
Lesson 3: How God is like us
Lesson 4: God’s plan and works
Course 2: Christology
Lesson 1: Christ the Redeemer
Lesson 2: Jesus the Christ
Lesson 3: Christ the Prophet
Lesson 4: Christ the Priest
Lesson 5: Christ the King
Course 3: Pneumatology - Doctrine of Holy Spirit
Lesson 1: The Holy Spirit in the World
Lesson 2: The Holy Spirit in the Church
Lesson 3: The Holy Spirit in the Believer
Course 4: Anthropology - The Doctrine of Man
Lesson 1: In the Beginning
Lesson 2: The Image of God
Lesson 3: The curse of sin
Lesson 4: The Covenant of Grace
Course 5: The Doctrine of Eschatology
Lesson 1: The Goal of Creation
Lesson 2: The Living and the Dead
Lesson 3: The coming of the King
Lesson 4: The End of the Age
Course 6: Biblical Interpretation
Lesson 1: Introduction to Hermeneutics
Lesson 2: Investigating Scripture
Lesson 3: Applying Scripture
Course 7: Biblical Theology
Lesson 1: What is Biblical Theology
Lesson 2: Synthesis of the Old Testament
Lesson 3: Contours of New Testament Biblical Theology
Total Lessons: 26
Total Courses: 15
Total Course Lessons: 82
Program Synopsis
Biblical Foundations
Course 1: What we believe
This course introduces students to the Apostles’ Creed as one of the earliest summaries of Christian belief. Each lesson explores a core article of faith, grounding doctrinal statements in Scripture and tracing how the early church articulated its confession of God the Father, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Trinity, the church and salvation. The course establishes a foundational framework for understanding historic Christian belief.
Course 2: Biblical Foundations
This course examines why Christian study both the Old and New Testaments and how Scripture presents a unified story centred on the Kingdom of God. Attention is given to divine covenants, the formation of the biblical cannon, and the relationship between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant. Students are encouraged to see the Bible as a coherent narrative of God's redemptive work.
Course 3: Old Testament Foundations
This course covers Genesis through Exodus, and it traces God's purposes from creation to the formation of Israel. Key themes include creation, the fall, covenant, promise, and deliverance. Through figures such as Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses, students explore how God works through history to bring about redemption.
Course 4: New Testament Foundations
This course introduces the four Gospels and the book of Acts, emphasizing the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as the birth and expansion of the early church. Each Gospel is studied for its unique theological emphasis, while Acts highlights the continuing work of Christ through the Holy Spirit.
Course 5: Old Testament Studies
This course focuses on Israel’s life in the Promised Land, from Joshua’s leadership through to the rise of the monarchy. Students examine themes of covenant loyalty, leadership, kingship, and God's faithfulness despite human failure. Special attention is given to figures such as Samuel, Saul and David.
Course 6: Old Testament Prophets
This course introduces the role and message of the Old Testament prophets. Students explore who the prophets were, why God raised them up, and how their messages addressed covenant faithfulness, judgment, hope, and future restoration. Prophecy is studied within its historical and theological context.
Course 7: Pauline Studies
This course examines the theology and writings of the apostle Paul. Students explore Paul’s understanding of the Gospel, the church, salvation, and Christian living through his major letters. Each epistle is considered in light of its historical situation and theological contribution.
Course 8: New Testament Epistles
This course surveys the general epistles and revelation, emphasizing perseverance, wisdom, faithful living, and the hope of God's coming Kingdom. Students study Hebrews, James, Peter, Johns letters, and revelation as pastoral and theological writings addressed to the early church.
Theological Foundations
Course 1: Doctrine of God
This course explores what Scripture teaches about God's nature, attributes, and work. Students reflect on God's holiness, transcendence, relational nature, and redemptive plan, developing a Biblically grounded understanding of who God is.
Course 2: Christology
This course examines the person and work of Jesus Christ. Lessons focus on Christ as Redeemer prophet, priest, and king, helping students understand how Jesus fulfills God's promises and accomplishes salvation.
Course 3: Pneumatology - Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
This course studies the Holy Spirit's work in the world, the church, and the life of the believer. Students consider the Spirit's role in creation, regeneration (the new birth), sanctification, and mission.
Course 4: Anthropology - Doctrine of Man
This course explores humanity's creation in the image of God, the entrance of sin, and God's covenant of grace. Students reflect on human dignity, brokenness, and redemption in Christ.
Course 5: Doctrine of Eschatology
This course addresses God's purposes for creation and history. Topics include resurrection, judgment, the return of Christ, and the consummation of God's Kingdom, encouraging a hope-filled and faithful Christian outlook.
Course 6: Biblical Interpretation
This course introduces students to sound principles of interpreting Scripture. Emphasis is placed on understanding the biblical text in context, investigating the meaning of Scripture responsibly, and applying scripture faithfully to life.
Course 7: Biblical Theology
This course traces the unfolding message of Scripture as a unified whole. Students synthesize key themes from the Old Testament and explore how they find fulfillment in the New Testament, highlighting the continuity of God's redemptive plan.