EVENING COURSES
The Christ Letter: How Should We Approach Understanding and Practicing Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians
The Book of Ephesians serves both the message
and the method of the gospel. Paul’s
Christ Letter not only preaches the gospel, but it critiques its preachers. The Apostle offers a powerful and concise
description of the holistic impact of the message of Christ as well as a
penetrating and incisive critique of the methods we use to communicate the
gospel. Join Dr. Doug Webster as he helps participants to grasp the
intentionality of Paul as he captures the essence of spiritual theology…and
does so by using the interplay between emotion and ethics, doctrine and
doxology, thinking and feeling, and deep worship and practical living. Consideration of Paul’s intent should help all
of us to better understand his words and how we are to proclaim the message of
the letter.
Douglas D. Webster (B.A., M.A.,
Wheaton College; Ph.D. University of St. Michael’s College, Toronto School of
Theology) serves Beeson as professor of pastoral theology and preaching and
teaches classes in both of these disciplines.
Schedule: Six Monday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning on February 27, 2012.
Class will not meet March 19th.
Cost: $79.00 IF REGISTERED PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 20 - $105.00 thereafter - plus the cost of the textbook, God's New Society: The Message of Ephesians (IVP) by John Scott. Available at the Beeson Bookshop in advance (726-2286).
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The Supremacy of Jesus Christ in a Pluralistic Culture
We live in a culture where
many religions are taught and practiced. Consequently, growing numbers of
people are questioning and attempting to refute Christianity's traditional
claims to the supremacy of Jesus Christ. In this seminar, Dr. Lyle Dorsett will draw upon the
Holy Scriptures to provide an apologetic that proves the legitimacy of our
faith in the absolute supremacy of the Lord Jesus Christ. The goal is to help
us strengthen our personal faith and give us solid answers for people who
question the unique and absolute claims of our Christian faith and world view.
Lyle Dorsett (B.A., M.A., University of
Missouri-Kansas City; Ph.D., University of Missouri-Columbia; Post-Doctoral
Studies, Iliff School of Theology) is Beeson’s Billy Graham Professor of
Evangelism and teaches courses in evangelism and Church history.
Schedule: Six Tuesday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning on February 28, 2012.
Class will not meet on March 20th.
Cost: $79.00 IF REGISTERED PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 21 - $105.00 thereafter - plus the cost of the textbook, The Supremacy of Christ by Ajith Fernando. Available at the Beeson Bookshop in advance (726-2286).
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Understanding the Book of Joshua
The message of the book of Joshua focuses on the importance of God's promises and the urgency of obedience to God's Word. This study, led by Dr. Kenneth Mathews, will bundle together a detailed discussion of the text, commentary, and dialogue on its theology, and then offer an application of its message to Christians living in our world today. Don't miss this opportunity to explore this portion of God's Word with a scholar who has dedicated a great portion of his career and ministry to a fuller understanding of these scriptures.
Kenneth A. Mathews (B.A., Dallas Baptist University; Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary; M.A., Ph.D., University of Michigan) teaches at Beeson Divinity School in the areas of Old Testament and Hebrew.
Schedule: Six Thursday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning on March 1, 2012.
Class will not meet March 22nd.
Cost: $79.00 IF REGISTERED PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 23 - $105.00 thereafter.
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The Reformation in England and Scotland
Once again, we are pleased to have Dr. Gerald Bray join us for a week of insight and study. This year, the class will explore the complex web of politics and faith that produced reformations of the Church in both England and Scotland whose consequences are still with us today. We shall compare their similarities and differences as they led to the formation of the many denominations we know today.
Gerald Bray (B.A., McGill University; M.Litt., D.Litt., University de Paris – Sorbonne) is Director of Research with The Latimer Trust in London. He also serves as Research Professor at Beeson Divinity School and teaches in the areas of Church History, Historical Theology, and Latin.
Schedule: Monday, January 30, 2012 through Friday, February 3, 2012, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $79.00 IF REGISTERED PRIOR TO JANUARY 23 - $105.00 thereafter.
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For more information, please contact Lorrie Beth Milton at 205.726.2731 or 800.888.8266 ext.2731.
