THEO 620 - Ecclesiology

THEO 620 Discussion Board Forums (4)

Discussion boards are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student will participate in 4 Discussion Board Forums. The student will submit a thread of 300–400 words in response to the provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be supported by the assigned readings, Scripture, and an example from either the student’s own experience or from an outside source. In addition to the thread, the student will reply to at least 2 peers’ threads in 100–200 words. (MLO: A, B, D)

THEO 620 Book Review and Analysis

The student will write a review and analysis of John. S. Hammett’s Biblical Foundations for Baptist Churches: A Contemporary Ecclesiology. This will be 2000–2500 words. This is not to be a summary of the book, but rather an analysis of major points Hammett emphasizes. These will be considered in light of biblical teaching, historical development, and practical application in churches. (MLO: A, B, C, D, E)

THEO 620 Covenant Essay

Baptist Churches come together in covenant, usually expressed in a written document. Using material from Allison’s book, the student will write an essay of 600–900 words describing the role of a written covenant as a basis for Church unity and polity. The paper must consider ways a church might use a written covenant in its worship, teaching, discipline, and organization. (MLO: B, E)

THEO 620 Exams (2)

There are 2 exams in this course: a midterm exam and a final exam. Both exams are open-book/open-notes and have a 1 hour and 30 minute time limit. The Midterm Exam will cover material from Modules/Weeks 1–4. The Final Exam will cover material from Modules/Weeks 5–8. (MLO: A, B, C, D, E)