Pre-Ministerial Certificate
Course Descriptions
FC-101 Intro and Infancy of Jesus
Introduction to the study of Scriptures
Introduction to the book of Mathew
Students will explore the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and promises as demonstrated in the life of Christ.
Students build their biblical worldview and their understanding of the big story of Scripture.
FC-102 The Year of Preparation
The course analyses the first year of the ministry of Jesus (Year of Preparation); emphasizes the preaching of John the Baptist, the repentance and the spiritual fruit; explains the main characteristics of the Pharisees and Sadducees, the Sanhedrin, etc.
The baptism of Jesus introduces the doctrines of the Trinity and the attributes of God. The temptation of Jesus is the basis for looking at the inspiration of the Bible and a reflection on materialism, pride and violence in contemporary life.
The course presents the concepts of "synoptic" and "chronological" and uses the technique of comparison to unite Matthew with the rest of the "synoptics" and John; emphasizes the extensive use of prophecy in Matthew; teaches about the creed, the confession of sin and the use of symbols and examples in preaching
FC-103 The Year of Popularity
The course analyses the second year of the ministry of Jesus (Year of Popularity).
Describes Galilee and the expansion of the kingdom in that province; analyses: the statutes of the kingdom (the Sermon on the Mount), the proof of the kingdom (the miracles), enemies and examples of the kingdom (the parables).
Teaches about prayer and how to prepare sermons, make home visits, bring others to Christ and plan a new church.
Introduces the techniques of analysis and synthesis, giving the student ample opportunity to analyze in detail the Sermon on the Mount and prepare simple messages.
Shows how to use a concordance, Biblical dictionaries, commentaries, etc. Shows how to compare related episodes in various Gospels and how to confront apparent contradictions in them.
FC-104 The Year of Passion
Analyses the third year of the ministry of Jesus (‘The Year of Passion’)
Deals with the doctrine of man, sin, death, correct and false concepts about the human body (transfiguration) and the spirit (spiritism), including practical matters such as human relations, sex, marriage, family, possessions and ambition
Shows the basic principles of pastoral psychology; emphasizes five common psychological adjustments and the Biblical teaching about each of them
Deals with the authority in matters of faith (tradition, human reason and revelation)
Highlights the ministry in Judea and the three religious festivals (John) and the ministry in Perea (Luke)
Looks at the history of the division of the kingdom (Judah and Israel), the time of Nehemiah and the formation of the Samaritan people, the Assyrian and Babylonian empires, the period between the Testaments and the Roman Emperors Augustus and Tiberius; introduces the student to the writing of Josephus
FC-201 Paul’s Life and Letters I
The life of the apostle Paul in detail from childhood to the end of his first missionary journey
A profound study of the Letter to the Galatians encompassing: justification by faith; law and grace; redemption; heirs and sons; union; pastoral care; the apostleship of Paul; and the fruit of the Spirit and its pastoral application
FC-204 The Pentateuch I
This is a simple but deep course in two books, with a clear messianic emphasis which will help students to fully understand these fascinating books of the Old Testament in the light of the New Testament.
Book 1 covers the development of Genesis and Book 2 presents the unity of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.
PL-201 Paul’s Life and Letters I
The life of the apostle Paul in detail from childhood to the end of his first missionary journey
A profound study of the Letter to the Galatians encompassing: justification by faith; law and grace; redemption; heirs and sons; union; pastoral care; the apostleship of Paul; and the fruit of the Spirit and its pastoral application
FC-105 The Last Week
Analyses and studies the events and teachings of the last week, day by day, including the Olivet Sermon and the eschatology and the Sermon in the Upper Room (John 13-17), the trials and the crucifixion
Gives detailed teaching about the geography of Jerusalem and how it was during the Passover, with the function and history of the Temple
Deals with Christ as prophet, priest and king, the significance of the Last Supper and the death of Christ; continues with the doctrine of man, taking into account justification (signified by the death of Christ) and the total consecration of the human personality (intellect, emotions and will)
Introduces the use of the evaluation technique and setting out a scale of effective values and (on the practical side) accounting to the local congregation
Finishes with a comparative analysis of the life of Jesus Christ in the four Gospels
FC-202 Paul’s Life and Letters II
Covers the events of the second missionary journey and provides Bible studies on the main themes of 1 and 2 Thessalonians and Philippians.
FC-205 The Pentateuch II
This is a simple but deep course in two books, with a clear messianic emphasis which will help students to fully understand these fascinating books of the Old Testament in the light of the New Testament.
Book 1 covers the development of Genesis and Book 2 presents the unity of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.
The life of the apostle Paul in detail from childhood to the end of his first missionary journey
A profound study of the Letter to the Galatians encompassing: justification by faith; law and grace; redemption; heirs and sons; union; pastoral care; the apostleship of Paul; and the fruit of the Spirit and its pastoral application
FC-106 The Risen Life
Covers Matthew 28 and The Acts of the Apostles
Deals with the Resurrection and its proofs, the Ascension and Exaltation of the Lord, the Great Commission and how this was put into practice by the early church
Considers the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, baptism and the ministry of the church
Studies the early church in the book of Acts and the expansion during the three missionary journeys of Paul until the Gospel reaches Rome
Gives suggestions for the application of the same rules to the church of the 21st century
Associate in Biblical Theology and Ministry
Course Descriptions
FC-203 Paul’s Life and Letters III
Focuses on Paul's third missionary journey, his imprisonment and death and contains Bible studies on selected topics in his letters to the Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon, Corinthians and Romans. Covers the following topics: the presence and power of the Holy Spirit; pastoral problems and solutions; missionary strategies; union with and in Christ; joy in the face of problems; and fidelity to the end.
FC-206 The Big Picture
Also known as Abundant Light / Pure Gold, The Big Picture gives an excellent grounding in overall knowledge and understanding of all the books of the Bible and how they fit together to give us a wonderful picture of God's plan for mankind.
It is packed with interesting facts about the Bible and yet is also deeply devotional. The student is given practical instruction on how to study the Bible for him-/herself and go on exploring its riches for successful Christian living. All is set out in the clearest and simplest way. It is ideal for following on from the Abundant Life course.
The life of the apostle Paul in detail from childhood to the end of his first missionary journey
A profound study of the Letter to the Galatians encompassing: justification by faith; law and grace; redemption; heirs and sons; union; pastoral care; the apostleship of Paul; and the fruit of the Spirit and its pastoral application