1. The student will understand the connection between effective preaching, discipleship, and evangelism and personal spiritual piety.

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1 INSTRUCTORS NAMES Josh Vincent, MDiv, Senior Pastor of Trinity Bible Church Contact Information: Office Hours: NA Please call or for appointment Dr. Chuck Newkirk, MDiv, DMin, Lead Pastor of Church on Mill Contact Information: Office Hours: NA Please call or for appointment DESCRIPTION (from Student Handbook) An intensive supervised ministry experience focused on the development of leadership competencies and consisting of the following: ministry service in a pre-approved setting, involvement in a formal church-based internship/ministerial training program, and appropriate academic requirements which will enhance the student s understanding of ministerial leadership. Pre-approval required (6 hours). [Substitution for: BC501 Methodology of Biblical Communication (2 hrs.), IS503 Evangelism and Discipleship (2 hrs.) General Electives (2 hrs.). Notes: Enrollment limited to admitted Phoenix Seminary students who are also approved for an internship with a member church of The Gospel Coalition - Arizona Chapter.] COURSE OUTCOMES At the end of this course, the student will: 1. The student will understand the connection between effective preaching, discipleship, and evangelism and personal spiritual piety. 2. The student will have an accurate grasp of the characteristics of the major literary genres found in biblical literature. 3. The student will gain a working knowledge of the critical relationship between biblical theology and expositional preaching. 4. The student will develop enhanced personal skills in hermeneutics, homiletics, evangelism, discipleship, and preaching/teaching delivery. 5. The student will appreciate the value of giving and receiving constructive criticism in the context of teaching and preaching ministries. 6. The student will have a deeper understanding of, appreciation for, and compassion towards the people to whom he or she teaches, a people patient and trusting enough to give access to their hearts and minds through the exposition of God s Word. Page 0 of 14

2 7. The student will understand and articulate a biblical understanding of evangelism and discipleship, with particular emphasis on how Word ministry is the foundation of both. 8. The student will, through participation in a local church internship, become familiar with some of the regular practical demands of pastoral ministry. COURSE TEXTS REQUIRED TEXTS A. Books: Helm, David. Expositional Preaching: How We Speak God s Word Today. Wheaton: Crossway, Keller, Timothy. Preaching: Communicating Faith in an Age of Skepticism. New York: Viking, Chapell, Bryan. Christ-Centered Preaching: Redeeming the Expository Sermon. Second Edition. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, Long, Thomas G. Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, Goldsworthy, Graeme. According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible. Downers Grove: InterVarsity, Packer, J.I. Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God. Downers Grove: InterVarsity, Beale, G.K. and D.A. Carson, eds. Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, Merida, Tony. The Christ-Centered Expositor. Nashville: B&H Academic, B. ARTICLES / CONTEMPORARY SOURCES (ON RESERVE IN THE LIBRARY): The Chicago Statement on Inerrancy. Accessed on 3 August Carson, D.A. Collected Writings on Scripture. Wheaton: Crossway, Please read Chapter 1, Approaching the Bible, Clowney, Edmund P. Preaching Christ in All of Scripture. Wheaton: Crossway, Please read Chapter 1, Christ in All of Scripture, 11-44, and Chapter 2, Preparing a Sermon That Presents Christ, Koessler, John. Folly, Grace, and Power. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, Please read Chapter 4, Preaching and Authority, 55-65, and Chapter 10, The End of Preaching, Page 1 of 14

3 Robinson, Haddon W. Biblical Preaching: The Development and Delivery of Expository Messages. Second Edition. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, Please read Chapter 2, What s the Big Idea?, 33-50, and Chapter 6, The Shape Sermons Take, Ryken, Philip Graham, Derek W.H. Thomas, and J. Ligon Duncan III. Give Praise to God. Phillipsburg: P&R Publishing, Please read Chapter 6, R. Albert Mohler Jr., Expository Preaching: Center of Christian Worship, Mohler Jr., Albert R. Biblical Theology and the Sexuality Crisis. Accessed on 4 August C. RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED (SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY): Gentry, Peter J. and Stephen J. Wellum. Kingdom through Covenant, A Biblical-Theological Understanding of the Covenants. Wheaton: Crossway, Goldsworthy, Graeme. Christ-Centered Biblical Theology: Hermeneutical Foundations and Principles. Downers Grove: InterVarsity, Roberts, Vaughan. God s Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible. Downers Grove: InterVarsity, Beale, G.K. Handbook on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament: Exegesis and Interpretation. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, Alter, Robert. The Art of Biblical Narrative. New and Revised Edition. Philadelphia: Basic Books, Arthurs, Jeffrey D. Preaching with Variety: How to Re-create the Dynamics of Biblical Genres. Grand Rapids: Kregel, Caird, G.B. The Language and Imagery of the Bible. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, Clowney, Edmund P. Preaching Christ in All of Scripture. Wheaton: Crossway, Collins, Raymond. Preaching the Epistles. Mahwah: Paulist Press, Duduit, Michael, ed. Handbook of Contemporary Preaching. Nashville: Broadman, Duling, Dennis C. The New Testament: History, Literature, and Social Context. Fourth Edition. Belmont: Thomson/Wadsworth, Page 2 of 14

4 Fee, Gordon D. New Testament Exegesis. Third Edition. Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, Kaiser Jr., Walter C. Preaching and Teaching from the Old Testament: A Guide for the Church. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, Johnson, Dennis E. Him We Proclaim: Preaching Christ from All the Scriptures. Phillipsburg: P & R Publishing, Ryken, Leland. How to Read the Bible as Literature. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, Robinson, Haddon and Craig Brian Larson. The Art and Craft of Biblical Preaching. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, COURSE REQUIREMENTS Readings [15%] Outcomes 1-8 Class Discussions [10%] Outcomes 1-8 Preaching Worksheets [30%] Outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 Complete all assigned reading by the due dates indicated. Fill in, print off, sign, and turn in the reading log at the end of this syllabus on May points. Contribute to our weekly discussions with thoughtful insights and questions. 100 points. The student will select four different biblical texts for detailed study from a list provided by the teacher. The genres of the four texts must be different from each other. Please complete the preaching worksheet provided by the teacher for each biblical text, focusing especially on the questions asking for a passage outline (exegetical) and a preaching outline (homiletical). You will be taught in class what a passage outline is and what a preaching outline is. Please use the format provided (provided on page 12 of this syllabus). Each preaching worksheet must be no longer than two pages. Typical required formatting is not required for the worksheets. The first worksheet is due February 15. The second worksheet is due March 22. The third worksheet is due April 12. The fourth worksheet is due May 4 th. 300 points. (bring copies) Sermon Please select one of the texts you completed a worksheet on (above) and prepare a 15-minute sermon manuscript over the passage using the Page 3 of 14

5 [10%] Outcomes 2-5 approach to preaching outlined in the course. You will preach this text to your peers and receive their thoughtful evaluation. You will also preach to another audience in a church context (i.e. a class or study) selected with your instructor. The sermon to the class will also be counted as the final exam of the class. This paper is due on May points. (bring copies) Preaching Convictions Paper [15%] Outcomes 1, 4, 6, 7 Biblical Theology Paper [10%] Outcome 3, 4, 7 Write a 3-4 page reflection paper on your theological and pragmatic convictions about the role of and approach to preaching the Word in the life of the church. Please also address how Word ministry is the foundation of both evangelism and discipleship. Feel free to use the sources used in the course, but do not feel obligated to do so. This paper is due on April points. (bring copies) Develop a 2-3 page resource you could use personally and corporately to share the basic storyline of the Bible (biblical theology used for evangelism and discipleship). This should be deep enough to summarize the Bible correctly yet simple enough to explain to someone new to the Bible. Be sure to include appropriate biblical citation. This paper is due on April points. (bring copies) Internship Responsibilities [10%] Outcomes 6-8 Fulfill all of your regular duties as a pastoral intern, including all regular meetings and required tasks. In order to maintain accountability, you are required to turn in a time log (located at the end of this syllabus along with the reading log) at the conclusion of this seminar indicating that you have fulfilled the required minimum of 50 hours of service in ministry. The time log will be combined with an evaluation from your pastor to determine your grade for this portion of the class. Due date: May points Page 4 of 14

6 COURSE WORKLOAD GUIDELINES The following is a breakdown of the number of hours the average student can expect to spend on this course to complete the required assignments. These guidelines represent the typical graduate student and are intended as a guide to assist you in planning your homework schedule. These numbers may be higher or lower depending on your particular background and education. Seminars, Discussion, & Pastoral Mentoring 96 hours Reading 80.5 hours Preaching Worksheets 13.5 hours Sermon 15 hours Preaching Convictions 3 hours Biblical Theology 6 hours Internship 50 hours TOTAL 264 hours GRADING INFORMATION The percentage ranges are given as guidelines which the instructor has freedom to modify. Letter Grade Percentage Grade Points Description A A Excellent; superior achievement. A B B Good; commendable achievement. B C C Satisfactory; acceptable achievement. C D D Poor; marginal achievement. D F Failure to advance in the course. No credit earned. Computed in GPA. Page 5 of 14

7 S N/A N/A U N/A N/A Sufficient achievement of course objectives. Not computed in GPA. Insufficient achievement of course objectives. Not computed in GPA. EX N/A N/A Extension. A formally approved petition for course extension. NR N/A N/A Not Received. Instructor has not yet submitted grade. WP N/A N/A Withdrew from class while passing. Not computed in GPA. WF N/A 0.0 Withdrew from class while failing. Computed in GPA until retake. COURSE OBJECTIVES RELATED TO STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES In order to measure the success of each degree program, PS has defined the following as the intended outcomes of the student learning process. Each course contributes to these overall degree program outcomes. Course: MA 504 Professors: Vincent / Newkirk Relates to these programs: MDiv Master of Divinity Student Learning Outcomes MDiv Core 1. Know and apply Scripture using proper hermeneutical principles. Strong Rubric Strong Moderate Minimal None Mini-Justification 1. Readings will greatly test and expand student knowledge of and usage of the Bible. 2. Four preaching worksheets and one sermon will present biblical passages for explanation and application requiring the demonstration of excellent hermeneutical usage. 3. Class discussions will examine many biblical texts for discussion, which Page 6 of 14

8 2. Articulate sound doctrine according to historic Christian orthodoxy. 3. Explain how to shepherd people with biblical wisdom, compassion and justice. 4. Demonstrate healthy relationships with God and neighbor. Strong Strong Moderate will call on students to demonstrate growth in hermeneutics. 1. Four preaching worksheets and one sermon will give students ample opportunity to demonstrate a grasp of biblical doctrine in a winsome manner. 2. The biblical theology paper requires students to synthesize the doctrines and story of the Scripture in a comprehensive yet accessible manner. 3. Readings will build a robust understanding of the biblical text and its implications for pastoral leadership. 1. Readings (especially Keller) will encourage students in their thinking related to how to care for the church through the preaching and teaching ministries therein. 2. Internship responsibilities provide opportunities for observation and follow-up conversation on evangelizing and discipling God s people. 1. Readings (especially Merida) will articulate the biblical emphasis of healthy relationships and how to reflect these relationships in the preaching and teaching ministries of the church. 2. Readings (especially Keller) will demonstrate how relationships are essential to healthy evangelism and discipleship. 3. The biblical theology paper and presentation will call upon students to demonstrate an ability to understand people and articulate the gospel in the context of relationships. 4. Internship responsibilities give ample environments for growth in relationship with God and people. Page 7 of 14

9 Biblical Communication Concentration 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the biblical languages for exegesis. 6. Communicate Scripture clearly according to proper homiletical principles. Counseling & Family Concentration 5. Counsel according to biblical principles. 6. Design and assess programs for biblical counsel and care. Leadership Development Concentration 5. Articulate how to replicate ministry leadership based on biblical principles. 6. Demonstrate the ability to provide biblical leadership. Minimal Strong None None Minimal Moderate 1. Students may choose to use their language skills in preaching worksheets and papers. 1. Weekly seminar discussion will drive students towards not only hermeneutical accuracy but also the homiletical precision necessary for effective pastoral ministry. 2. Readings and discussions will aim to develop students understanding of and increase their competency in Word-based evangelism and discipleship. 3. Four preaching worksheets will be presented by each student along with a 15-minute sermon. Each presentation will be followed by peer and professor critique, giving students the unique opportunity for feedback on their communication of God s Word. 1. Readings and class discussions will encourage students to grasp the importance of teaching and preaching in such a way that ministry multiplies. 1. Internship responsibilities will necessitate bidding biblical leadership. 2. Students will gain a working knowledge of the influence and leadership which stem from the preaching and teaching of God s Word. In both class discussions and paper / preaching worksheet presentations they will be required to Page 8 of 14

10 Spiritual Formation 5. Articulate biblical principles for nurturing spiritually mature disciples of Jesus 6. Demonstrate the ability to provide sound spiritual care and guidance. Moderate Moderate demonstrate growth in the proper usage of God s Word towards leadership ends. 1. The papers require students to demonstrate an ability to understand and articulate how the preaching and teaching ministries of the local church encourage growth and holds members accountable for Christlike progress in the faith. 2. Readings (especially Helm, Keller, and Packer) and class discussions will help students develop a robust understanding of Word-based personal and corporate discipleship. 3. Two papers will require students to articulate a theology of a practical steps towards Word-based discipleship. 1. Internship responsibilities give students a plethora of ministerial settings to show Christ s love and care for people. 2. The biblical theology paper necessitates students demonstrate a working knowledge of the biblical story and its usage in the process of sanctification. COURSE POLICIES The following policies are not covered in this syllabus but are nonetheless binding on a student s work and behavior. It is important that the student refer to the respective sections of the Student Handbook (available online at for further details: Statement of Unity and Respect Course Assignments: Electronic Submission, Late Paper Policy Course Attendance Course Recording Statement of Academic Honesty Copyright Law Disclosure of Personal Information Gender Inclusive Language Grading: Course Extensions, Grade Appeals, and Repeating a Course Ethical Guidelines for Human Subject Research Teaching Assistants Page 9 of 14

11 Visitors On-Line Course Materials Course Evaluations Late Papers Late papers will be reduced 10 points for every day (24-hour period) past the due date. Attendance Policy One of the strengths of Phoenix Seminary is the classroom interaction between instructors and students. Attendance and participation are essential components of the training process. An absence is defined when a student does not attend a seminar period whether it be for an on campus or an online course. Watching a recorded lecture in lieu of attending class does not constitute attendance. When a student is going to be absent, it is important that the student consult with the instructor in advance about work to be missed. In the case of extenuating circumstances, students may request an exception to this policy by submitting a petition to the Academic Petition Committee. Excessive absences may result in grade reduction or course failure as indicated on the following chart: COURSE FORMAT REDUCED GRADE COURSE FAILURE 15-week 2 nd missed class 4 th missed class Courteous Use of Technology in the Classroom (phone, tablet, laptop) Phoenix Seminary considers a student s character to be evidenced in part by their respect for their classmates, professors, and their valuable time in class. Please consider how not to be rude in the use of your technology by bearing in mind the following: Laptops and tablets are welcome in class to take notes and to access readings we re discussing. Using them for anything else (social networking, accessing non-course related websites, checking ) is discourteous and distracting to others. Phones must be silenced in class and stowed. That includes turning off the vibrate function. (We can hear it buzzing.) Is texting ok? No. If an emergency situation exists out of which you feel you must use your phone you should quietly step out of class to do so. Page 10 of 14

12 COURSE SCHEDULE: SPRING SEMESTER (JANUARY 22 - MAY 11, 2018) January 22 Week 1 1. Introduction to course and delegation of assignments / internship duties 2. Instructions on readings please note that readings should be completed in their entirety unless page numbers are specified in the course schedule 3. Instructions on preaching worksheets 4. Why Preaching? The doctrine of the Word and a theology of preaching 5. Word-based ministry as the foundation for evangelism and discipleship 6. Q&A January 29 Week 2 Read for class: Merida, The Christ-Centered Expositor (pgs ); Keller, Preaching (pgs ) 1. The expositor s heart 2. Watching your life and doctrine 3. The role of the Holy Spirit February 5 Week 3 Read for class: Helm, Expositional Preaching (pgs ); Long, Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible (pgs ); Chapell, Christ-Centered Preaching (pgs ) 1. From text to today preaching overview 2. Helm s book as general approach throughout the course (terminology underlined below) February 12 Week 4. WORKSHEET 1 DUE Read for class: Long, Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible (pgs ); Carson, Approaching the Bible, Merida, Christ-Centered Expositor (pgs ) 1. Exegesis part 1: Determining the biblical context 2. Worksheet 1 presentations February 19 Week 5 Read for class: The Chicago Statement on Inerrancy ; Mohler, Expository Preaching: Center of Christian Worship in Ryken, Thomas, and Duncan, Give Praise to God 1. Exegesis part 2: Discovering the biblical content 2. Worksheet 1 presentations (continued) February 26 Week 6 Read for class: Keller, Preaching (pgs ) 1. Exegesis part 3: Discerning the biblical concern March 5 Week 7 Read for class: Long, Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible (pgs ) 1. Exegesis part 4: Reading the biblical genres correctly March 12 Spring Break, No Seminar or Internship March 19 Week 8... WORKSHEET 2 DUE Page 11 of 14

13 Read for class: Goldsworthy, According to Plan (pgs. 1-80); Keller, Preaching (pgs ); Packer, Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God 1. Theological reflection part 1: What is biblical theology? 2. Why biblical theology is important to preaching 3. Trusting God s sovereignty in the preaching ministry 4. Evangelism and discipleship methods congruent with the biblical gospel 5. Worksheet 2 presentations March 26 Week 9 Read for class: Goldsworthy, According to Plan (pgs ); Merida, Christ-Centered Expositor (pgs ) 1. Theological reflection part 2: Understanding the biblical story 2. Using biblical theology in preaching 3. Worksheet 2 presentations (continued) April 2 Week 10...BIBLICAL THEOLOGY PAPER DUE Read for class: Clowney, Christ in All of Scripture and Preaching a Sermon that Presents Christ in Preaching Christ in All of Scripture (pgs. 9-58); Chapell, Christ-Centered Preaching (pgs ); Keller, Preaching (pgs ) 1. Theological reflection part 3: Preaching Christ 2. Biblical theology paper presentations April 9 Week WORKSHEET 3 DUE Read for class: Koessler, Preaching and Authority (pgs ) and The End of Preaching (pgs ) in Folly, Grace, and Power. 1. Today part 1: Discerning your audience 2. Reciprocal relationship between personal and corporate evangelism and discipleship 3. Worksheet 3 presentations April 16 Week 12 Read for class: Merida, Christ-Centered Expositor (pgs ); Robinson, What s the Big Idea (pgs ) and The Shape Sermons Take (pgs ) in Biblical Preaching. 1. Today part 2: Arranging your material 2. Worksheet 3 presentations (continued) April 23 Week 13.PREACHING CONVICTIONS PAPER DUE Read for class: Mohler, Biblical Theology and the Sexuality Crisis ; reference Chapell, Christ- Centered Preaching (pgs ) as needed but read closely (pgs ) 1. Today part 3: Developing powerful application 2. Preaching convictions paper presentations April 30 Week WORKSHEET 4 DUE Read for class: NA 1. Worksheet 4 presentations 2. Worksheet /manuscript your sermon Page 12 of 14

14 May 7 Week SERMON DUE Read for class: NA READING AND ATTENDANCE REPORT DUE 1. Sermon presentations Page 13 of 14

15 SAMPLE PREACHING WORKSHEET 1 Name: Text: INSTRUCTIONS: Prepare this preaching worksheet for each of your four chosen biblical texts from the list provided by your teacher. Remember each text must be from a different genre of Scripture. Use this worksheet and the tools you ve learned in reading and class discussions thus far, but please do not use commentaries. You will have 5 minutes in class to present on each of your texts. Your responses to the questions should total a maximum of two pages. Work hard to be succinct as you aim to master the biblical text. 1. Exegesis - Passage Outline: How has the author organized the text? Answer this question in two ways: 1) show the biblical author s structure with sections and verse references, and 2) be prepared to explain how you arrived at this structure. 2. Exegesis: How is the meaning of your text informed by its context? Answer this question using 1) the immediate context (the closest passages on both sides of your text), 2) the context of the whole book and its place in the canon (i.e. theme, occasion), and 3) the historical context. 3. Exegesis: What is the main idea that the biblical author is communicating to his audience? Please answer this question with one simple sentence. 4. Theological Reflection: What are a few ways that your text relates to or anticipates the gospel? How would you incorporate one of these connections into your sermon? 5. Today: What is the primary argument in your sermon? Please answer this question with one simple sentence; additionally, show the implications and/or applications for both the unbeliever and the believer. 6. Today - Preaching Outline: How would you preach this text? Please develop your sermon outline. 1 This is a slightly modified version of The Charles Simeon Trust Small Group Worksheet used in their Workshop on Biblical Exposition, Accessed 10 November Page 14 of 14

16 MA504 READING /ATTENDANCE REPORT (Due May 10, 2018) Name I have attended out of 15 seminars. I have completed hours of internship responsibilities. I have read the following: Expositional Preaching YES NO Number of pages? Preaching: Communicating Faith in an Age of Skepticism YES NO Number of pages? Christ-Centered Preaching: Redeeming the Expository Sermon YES NO Number of pages? Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible YES NO Number of pages? According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible YES NO Number of pages? Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God YES NO Number of pages? The Christ-Centered Expositor YES NO Number of pages? 10 ASSIGNED ARTICLES YES NO Number of articles? Signature Date Page 15 of 14