BITH300 ACTS

The book of Acts, also referred to as the “Acts of the Apostles” or the “Acts of the Holy Spirit”, presents the exciting story of the beginning of the church. Through a rigorous exposition of the book of Acts, students gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the early disciples’ commitment to the fulfillment of the Great Commission.

Course Description:

The book of Acts, also referred to as the “Acts of the Apostles” or the “Acts of the Holy Spirit”, presents the exciting story of the beginning of the church. Through a rigorous exposition of the book of Acts, students gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the early disciples’ commitment to the fulfillment of the Great Commission.

Course Objectives:

1. * To enable the student to have an understanding of the appropriate research skills and techniques for doctoral level academic study, and particularly, the study of theology.
2. * To enable the student to have an understanding of the format of scholarly theological writing.

Assignments:

1. * Lessons (30%)
2. * Assignments (20%)
3. * Final Exam (30%)
4. * Term paper (20%)

Write a 4 -6 page critical summary of chapter 4 of Peter Wagner’s commentary of the book of Acts ( his commentary of Acts 2).
Due at the end of week 6.

Grading Scale:

Required Textbooks

Wagner, Peter. The Book of Acts: A Commentary (3rd edition) . Ventura, CA:Regal Books, 2008.
ISBN-13: 978-0830745951