Introduction to Christianity 1005 1.0 credit
Introduction to Christianity is a two-semester required course for incoming international students and for incoming students not of the WELS/ELS fellowship. The course is intended to provide the basic background in Scripture necessary for success in the other religion courses offered at MVL. The course includes topics such as the nature of God, God’s law and gospel, the sacraments, and living for the Lord.
Christian Basics 1010 1.0 credit
Christian Basics is a two-semester required course for freshmen. The studies in this course present a variety of topics relevant to the early teen years such as: Christian decision-making, God’s answers to their problems, and witnessing for Christ. This course also includes a survey of portions of the Old Testament emphasizing the wondrous creation, the activity of our merciful God in the lives of His people, and following His promise of a Savior.
Living Christianity 1020 1.0 credit
Living Christianity is a two-semester required course for sophomores. The year will be spent studying the Bible beginning with the divided kingdom in the Old Testament through the book of Acts in the New Testament. Students will see God’s commitment to saving the world as He guides and directs history so that His promise of the Savior is fulfilled. Students will also see how Jesus Christ truly is that promised Messiah who completely fulfilled all the prophecies and Laws required by His Father’s perfect justice. Finally, students will see the response of the early Christians as they share the message of salvation through Jesus. As students study the scriptures, we pray that the Holy Spirit leads them to see Jesus as their Savior and motivates them to live lives that give glory to God and share Jesus with others.
Christian Doctrine 1030 1.0 credit
Christian Doctrine is a two-semester required course for juniors. The course discusses basic teachings of the Scripture and several Pauline epistles. Topics include an overview of church history from Pentecost to the present and a study of selected world religions and cults.
Practical Christianity 1040 1.0 credit
Practical Christianity is a two-semester required course for seniors. Part of the year will include a study of the last books of the New Testament - Hebrews through Revelation. The topical studies include: relationships, marriage, parenting, stewardship, worship, and life beyond high school.