Doctrine and Practice of the Church
Course Description
This course presents the biblical concept of the church as central to God’s work on the earth. The student will gain understanding of Christian unity, church membership, fellowship, financial support of ministry, tithe, baptism, communion, church discipline, and signs of church maturity. The course explains principles and applications for the life and work of the church.
Course Objectives
This course is designed to teach students to:
Understand the identity and biblical description of the church
See God’s plan for the church, and the work of God in the church
Learn the responsibilities of a member and leader in the church
Apply principles for the support, administration, and development of the local church
Be equipped with content and structure for teaching about the church
Course Overview
Lesson 1:
One God and One Church
Lesson 2:
Christian Unity
Lesson 3:
The Local Church
Lesson 4:
Church Associations
Lesson 5:
Church Membership
Lesson 6:
Sharing Life Together
Lesson 7:
The Church in the World
Lesson 8:
Local Church Support
Lesson 9:
Tithe
Lesson 10:
Baptism
Lesson 11:
Communion
Lesson 12:
Church Discipline
Lesson 13:
The Character of a Christian Leader
Lesson 14:
Spiritual Gifts
Lesson 15:
Questions for Church Maturity
Course Author
Dr. Stephen Gibson