2010-2011 HBU Catalog - Houston Baptist University

CHRI 3311 Hermeneutics
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A course designed to introduce students to the basic issues, methods, and history of Biblical interpretation. The course
will also explore the application of hermeneutical principles to a selected contemporary topic. (Offered also as PHIL
3311.)
CHRI 3314 History of Christianity
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A course designed to introduce Christianity in its historical development.
CHRI 3325 The Christian Vocation
Prerequisites; CHRI 1313, 1323.
The course includes a study of the occupational field of church vocations with emphasis upon the church vocation
worker‘s personal and ministerial identity, ministerial ethics, Baptist denominational history and polity, and the
development of basic skills common to ministry. It incorporates the use of professional ministers from a variety of
specialization areas who serve as resource personnel and role models for the aspiring church vocation student.
CHRI 3333 Jesus and His Teachings
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
An intensive study of the life and teachings of Jesus.
CHRI 3336 Christian Leadership
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
This course reviews theories and literature concerning leadership from a Christian perspective. Students will study the
theological and ecclesiological objectives of Christian leadership, the spiritual preparation required of leaders, and core
practices for leading faithfully and effectively.
CHRI 3344 Paul and His Letters
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A study of the apostle Paul and his contribution to the progress of early Christianity based upon the book of Acts and
the epistles attributed to Paul.
CHRI 3353 Homiletics
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A basic course to introduce the student to the principles of preaching and other ministerial speaking. Attention is given
to various types of sermons and their preparation and delivery.
CHRI 3363 Evangelism
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A general study of the theology and methods of evangelism, including practical preparation and application for a lifestyle
evangelism.
CHRI 3370 Palestinian Archaeology
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A field-based experience in the archaeology of Palestine through readings, lectures, travel to excavated sites, and
participation in the excavation of a selected site.
CHRI 3371 Christian Worship and Music
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A survey of the biblical roots, historical development, and theological meaning of worship, and the music used to
facilitate and enhance worship from its Christian beginnings to the present. On-site class participation in several
worship services is required. (Also offered as MUHL 3371.)
CHRI 3377 Supervised Ministry Practicum-Hospital
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323, 3325.
A field-based course in which the Christian vocations student functions in a ministry role under the supervision of both
an experienced hospital professional and a university professor. Permission of instructor required.
CHRI 3378 Supervised Ministry Practicum-Church
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323, 3325.
A field-based course in which the Christian vocations student functions in a ministry role under the supervision of an
experienced minister and a university professor. Permission of instructor required.
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