During the first term, students will study four core courses; New Testament Message (James "Gibby" Gilbert), Old Testament Survey (Ray Young), Christian Evidences (Ed Wharton) and Life of Christ (Patrick Sheaffer). Each of these course are taught twice weekly for no less than two hours each class period. These Bible course are equivalent to taking approximately 18 hours of college work in a nine week period. Students will have various assignments, pop quizzes and exams all directed at the growth and practical use of their Biblical knowledge.
As the 2nd of three terms begins, AIM students (teachers too) face new challenges and hurdles as a new round of classes are presented. During this second term, I will be teaching a class entitled "Spiritual Nurturing." This is practical presentation of the classical spiritual "disciplines" with an emphasis on implementing these into our daily, Christian walk. This will be the first time I have taught this course to the AIM students, consequently, I too will be challenged to present the material in a manageable and passionate context. In addition to my Spiritual Nurturing class, the students will have Acts, Romans, New Testament Church and Missionary Mindset.Wednesday, November 08, 2006
2nd Term Begins - New Classes & New Challenges
The AIM program can be divided into three primary sections: From August to December they have two, 9 week terms. From January to April they will have a Mission Term in which the focus of study shifts towards more practical training. The third and final section is the actual field time of at least 14 months on an approved mission field.
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Um... apparently one of your challenges would be how *not* to triple post! Kidding!
I am jealous that the AIMers get to take that intimate journey through the life of Christ with you, Pat. That's definitely a life-shaping course.
And the Spiritual Nurturing class sounds excellent! Seriously, that is so encouraging to me. Though I've managed to maintain a degree of sustaining spirituality on one level or another for years... it's only been my recent dedication to the disciplines that have truly defined my relationship with my Lord. So, I love that it's a priority for the AIMers...
Praying for your leadership and for the discipleship of the AIMers...
God bless you dear brother! Just let Jesus speak through you. I'm confident you'll do a great job!
Zack
ps. I'm praying for you and everyone there. God bless you in Jesus' name.
Sounds like a lot of fun... teaching so many eager students.
By the way, your wife is in my home as I type. She's downstairs visiting with Adriana. Too fun to see them reunited.
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