Discipleship

This subject offers the student an introduction to the philosophy of church health and management.

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The following courses are prerequisites:

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the biblical, historical and theological foundations of discipleship;
Explain the importance of discipleship in the practice of Christian ministry;
Analyse the process of growth in Christian maturity to identify key factors that can assist or impede;
Critique models that show the phases involved in the process of growth in Christian maturity;
Explain the spiritual, interpersonal and social dynamics of discipleship within an Australian context;
Critique various strategies of discipleship in contemporary congregations.

Toward a definition of discipleship Introduction – Thinking about Discipleship
Historical view of Discipleship
Discipleship in the New Testament 1
Spiritual disciplines Discipleship in the New Testament 2
Discipling new Christians Elements of Discipleship and Milestones of Growth
Spiritual Disciplines
Discipling New Christians and Children
Towards a theology of Discipleship
Discipling Youth and Young Adults
Discipleship of children Social, Cultural and Interpersonal Dynamics in Australian Context
Towards a theology of discipleship Cultural Dynamics of Discipleship in Non-Western Families
Discipleship Around the World

Face to Face (onsite)
Distance/E-learning (online)
Intensive (One week: 7 hours per day for 5 days = 35 class hours + approx 108 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.