FED 672 Field Education (Church)
1.5 credit hours
A course enabling the student to integrate and employ Biblical/theological principles, practices of ministry, and charismatic empowerment in diverse context of supervised ministry in the local institutional church and in consultation-reflection groups in order to achieve competency in functioning as an effective minister of the Gospel.
Prerequisites: PRM 673 and 50% of degree program hours.

FED 673 Field Education (Community)
1.5 credit hours
Supervised experiences of ministry beyond the congregation of the local institutional church. Such ministries may be sponsored by a local church, parachurch organization, or community social agency. The student also integrates and employs Biblical/theological principles, practices of ministry, and charismatic empowerment in community settings and in consultation-reflection groups.
Prerequisites: PRM 673 and 50% of degree progam hours. 

FED 750 Ministry Practicum 
3 credit hours
Provides the senior master of arts (in practical theology) student with practical experience in ministerial responsibilities and in a broad range of roles performed by the professional minister. Trainees gain competence in essential areas of local church ministry.
Prerequisites: PRM 673 and 50% of degree program hours.

GBIB 500 Greek Synthesis I
3 credit hours
An introduction to the forms and functions of the nominal and verbal systems of New Testament Greek. Emphasizes vocabulary building and basic translation. (This is the first of two courses).

GBIB 501 Greek Synthesis II
3 credit hours
A continuation of GBIB 500. An introduction to the structure and functions of clauses focusing upon the significance of grammatical forms and translation of portions of the Greek New Testament.
Prerequisite: GBIB 500.

GBIB 507 Biblical Hermeneutics
3 credit hours
A study of the problems and methods of biblical interpretation, including the factors of presuppositions, grammatical relationships and historical context, vocabulary, and figurative language.

GBIB 510 Hebrew Synthesis I
3 credit hours
A basic introduction to Biblical Hebrew. Includes a survey of grammar, morphology, and syntax, taught by a combined inductive and deductive method. As the grammatical elements are learned, they are applied through the reading of Biblical passages.

GBIB 511 Hebrew Synthesis II
3 credit hours
A continuation of Hebrew Synthesis I with an increasing emphasis on reading the Hebrew text of the Old Testament. It completes the student’s preparation for basic Hebrew exegetical and hermeneutical study of the Old Testament.
Prerequisite: GBIB 510.

GBIB 517 Paul: Mission and Message
3 credit hours
A study of the life, missionary journeys, and major theological themes of the Apostle Paul evidenced in his letters and Acts. Includes application to the contemporary church.

GBIB 551 Old Testament Synthesis
3 credit hours
An introduction to critical areas of Old Testament study. Includes some background in history and geography.

GBIB 556 Jesus in the Synoptic Gospels
3 credit hours
A study of the Synoptic Gospels designed to enhance understanding of the person, message, and mission of Jesus in His Jewish milieu. Includes the distinctive aspects of each evangelist’s portrayal of Jesus.

GBIB 561 Old Testament Hermeneutics and Exegesis (Hebrew)
3 credit hours
An exegetical study of selected Old Testament passages. Involves sound exegetical method and critical problems and hermeneutics of the passages. Includes doctrinal significance.
Prerequisite: GBIB 511.

GBIB 571 New Testament Synthesis
3 credit hours
Examines the content of each document in the New Testament canon, a collection of texts that possesses unity and diversity of message. Each text is carefully studied by examining its cultural and historical background.

GBIB 581 New Testament Hermeneutics and Exegesis (Greek)
3 credit hours
An exegetical study of selected New Testament passages. Involves sound exegetical method and critical problems and hermeneutics of the passages. Includes doctrinal significance.
Prerequisite: GBIB 501.

GBIB 589 History and Culture of New Testament Times
3 credit hours
Studies in the historical-cultural backgrounds of the New Testament. Focuses on the distinctiveness of New Testament Christianity as well as the historical and cultural forces at work in its development.

GBIB 608 Eighth Century Prophets
3 credit hours
A study of the prophetic literature of the eighth century against its historical background. Includes a comparison of the prophets, noting similarities and differences in approach, content, purpose, and style.
Prerequisite: GBIB 551.

GBIB 611 Theology of the Old Testament
3 credit hours
A survey of the major doctrines of the Old Testament with special reference to their historical development within the political and religious institution of ancient Israel.
Prerequisite: GBIB 551.

GBIB 621 Theology of the New Testament
3 credit hours
A study of major themes and doctrines contained in the New testament. Emphasizes the contributions of the various Biblical books to the unity of the New Testament.
Prerequisite: GBIB 571.

GBIB 624 Luke
3 credit hours
An exegetical study of Luke’s version of the message and mission of Jesus. Gives attention to both Jesus’ Jewish context and Luke’s presentation to the Gentiles. Includes application of central themes to the modern world and church.

GBIB 625 Gospel and Letters of John
3 credit hours
Exegesis of the Gospel and letters of John with explication of the major theological themes and contemporary application.

GBIB 633 Pentateuch (Hebrew)
3 credit hours
Concentrates on selected passages from the Pentateuch. Emphasizes exegetical methods and grammar. Gives attention to critical problems.
Prerequisites: GBIB 561.

GBIB 683 Mark (Greek)
3 credit hours
Translation and exegesis of selected pericopes concerning the authoritative person, teachings, and deeds of Jesus. Gives attention to Mark’s unique portrayal of Jesus to readers in his church and today.
Prerequisites: GBIB 571 and 581.

GBIB 688 The Jewish Background to the Gospels
3 credit hours
A study of the historical, cultural, and religious background to the life and teachings of Jesus in light of early Jewish sources. Examines post-Biblical Jewish literature to gain fresh insights into the Gospels and message of Jesus.
Prerequisite: GBIB 571.

GBIB 704 Psalms (Hebrew)
3 credit hours
An exegetical study of selected representative Psalms. Includes a study of the principles of Hebrew poetry and the general structure and content of the Psalter. Emphasizes their theological significance and value for Christian living and worship.
Prerequisite: GBIB 561.

GHPE 503 Graduate Health Fitness
1 credit hour
Develops an understanding of and personal appreciation for the relationship of physical activity and fitness to health. Emphasizes the concept of health fitness, cardiorespiratory system, nutrition and body composition, muscular-skeletal fitness, and stress management. Includes consumer health information and a required weekly physical activity lab.
Prerequisites: Graduate standing and medical assessment.

GHPE 515 Graduate Aerobics
0.5 credit hour
A flexible course designed to help graduate students meet the ORU fitness and lifestyle requirement. (No walking or modified field tests allowed)
Prerequisites: HPE 001 and 002 or GHPE 503.

GHPE 525 Graduate Walk For Fitness
0.5 credit hour
A course designed for graduate students who need a walking program and field test.
Prerequisites: HPE 001 and 002 or GHPE 503.

GTHE 507 Holy Spirit in the Now
2-3 Credits
An overview of the basic theological beliefs and lifestyle unique to Oral Roberts University. The course analyzes the Biblical concepts and principles of the Person and work of the Holy Spirit. It examines the gifts of the Holy Spirit and indicates how contemporary Christians may personally relate to them. Also examines the principles of seed-faith giving and living.

GTHE 508 Signs and Wonders and the Healing Ministry
2-3 credit hours
Provides a Biblical, theological, and practical examination of signs and wonders and miracles in the ministry of the Church. The course provides practical, contemporary demonstration of this Biblical concept by exposing students to leaders in the Body of Christ.

GTHE 510 Holy Spirit Empowerment in Life and Ministry
3 credit hours
An overview of the basic theological beliefs and lifestyle undergirding Oral Roberts University. The course analyzes the Biblical concepts and principles of the Person and work of the Holy Spirit. Examines the gifts of the Holy Spirit and indicates how contemporary Christians may personally relate to them. Provides a Biblical, theological, and practical examination of signs, wonders, miracles, and a lifestyle of giving and receiving in the life and ministry of believers.

GTHE 517 Seminar in Theological Research
3 credit hours
Designed to permit the theological research student to acquire a degree of expertise in the use of the library’s many facilities. Emphasizes a working knowledge of research tools and research methodology. Discusses selective problems in theological research and addresses the scholarly process and modern information systems. Focuses on writing skills and the textual tradition embodied in book form. The course also examines the basic form, content, and style of an acceptable research paper.

GTHE 518 Introduction to Theology
3 credit hours
Introduces the discipline of systematic theology and provides a comprehensive overview of Christian doctrine,

GTHE 551 Systematic Theology I
3 credit hours
An introduction to Christian theology and an examination of the doctrines of revelation, God, creation, and humanity.

GTHE 561 Systematic Theology II
3 credit hours
An examination of the doctrines of sin, Christology, the atonement, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and eschatology.

GTHE 571 Church History I
3 credit hours
A study in the development of the Christian church from the Apostolic period to the Reformation. Examines the major historical movements and theological issues of the period, particularly the Christological controversies of the Early Church.

GTHE 581 Church History II
3 credit hours
A study designed to delineate and investigate the various lines of thought in the pre-Reformation, Reformation, and Protestant periods. Emphasizes the Reformation, its causes, development, and consequences.

GTHE 624 Christian Apologetics
3 credit hours
An examination of classical apologetical systems to determine their coherency and/or adequacy as defenses for the Christian faith. Specific attention is focused upon presuppositional apologetics.

GTHE 658 Biblical Authority
3 credit hours
Analyzes the issue of the authority of the Bible in modern theology. The course provides a historical overview of the role of Holy Scripture in Christian theology and explores such concepts as inspiration, authority, infallibility, and inerrancy. Investigates related concerns such as canon, tradition, translation, hermeneutics, Biblical criticism, the witness of the Spirit, and proclamation as these impinge upon one’s view of the authority of the Scriptures.

GTHE 661 Introduction to Christian Ethics
3 credit hours
Examines the moral life and the Biblical, theological, and methodological ethic of the Christian Way. Traces theories of philosophical ethics and leads to the distinctive Christian ethic. Examines Christian principles and procedures for decision-making, as they relate to practical life problems.

GTHE 663 Charismatic Theology
3 credit hours
A study of the theology of the Pentecostal/charismatic movements of the 20th century. Discusses central issues such as Spirit baptism and spiritual gifts from Biblical, historical, and theological perspectives.

GTHE 749 Directed Study
1-3 credit hours
Directed research and writing under the supervision of a faculty member on topics approved by the department and related to subject matter in the academic M.A. curriculum.

GTHE 760 Christology
3 credit hours
A Biblical, historical, and theological exploration of the person and work of Christ, with special reference to the practical implications of this doctrine for the disciplemaking mission of the church.

PRFT 052 Hebrew Proficiency
This is a proficiency test, not a course, that is required for M.Div program.

PRFT 053 Greek Proficiency
This is a proficiency test, not a course, that is required for M.Div program.

PRFT 056 Entry-Level Assessment
This is a proficiency test, not a course, that is required for Masters programs.

PRFT 057 Mid-Program Assessment Audit
This is a proficiency test, not a course, that is required for Masters programs.

PRFT 058 Candidacy-Level Assessment
This is a proficiency test, not a course, that is required for Masters programs.

PRM 506 Leadership Training
3 credit hours
A study of leadership emergence theory, which focuses not so much on human leadership training programs as on how to best utilize and be good stewards of the incidences God places in human lives.

PRM 511 Introduction to Christian Missions
3 credit hours
An introduction to the fundamentals of missiology and to the mandate directing the Church to be an active participant in this global enterprise. It also surveys the historical development of missions, its strategies and structures, and the cultural factors that must be considered to adequately communicate the Good News to people from other cultures.

PRM 516 Theology and History of Missions
3 credit hours
An examination of the Biblical mandate to evangelize the world from its earliest manifestation in Genesis to its application in the New Testament. Also includes a treatment of how well this mandate has been obeyed throughout the history of the Church.

PRM 519 Missionary Basics
3 credit hours
Introduces missionary candidates to the needs, options, and qualifications for missionary personnel. Includes preparation, church relations, strategies, funding, and life in other countries.

PRM 544 Principles of Church Growth
3 credit hours
An introduction to the spiritual dynamics, Biblical basis, and sociological phenomena concerned with how people are converted and incorporated into the Body of Christ. Includes both theoretical and strategic dimensions.

PRM 560 Teaching the Bible 
3 credit hours
A practical exploration of the teaching and learning process as a foundation for Bible study and teaching all age levels in a ministry setting. Includes learning and teaching theory and process, objectives, lesson planning, and methodologies.

PRM 573 Major Religions of the World
3 credit hours
Acquaints the student with the historical and contemporary beliefs and practices of the world’s major religious faiths other than Christianity.

PRM 575 Missionary Anthropology
3 credit hours
An introduction to the fundamental aspects of cultural anthropology from a Christian perspective. Emphasizes the importance of culture and the way it affects the perception of reality, cross cultural ministry, and culture change.

PRM 626 Principles of Biblical Counseling
3 credit hours
An introduction to basic concepts and procedures of Biblical counselling. Students learn to integrate knowledge and skills into their personal counselling style.

PRM 660 Practical Theology for Charismatic Ministry
3 credit hours
A course designed to help implement the promises of God and to build the Kingdom of God through spiritual warfare and the prophetic ministry. These Biblical principles can be applied personally for the church, city, or nation.

PRM 661 Introduction to Preaching 
3 credit hours
A study of the dynamics of preaching within the context of the Christian community. Provides a general introduction to preaching challenges, sermon preparation, saramental functions.

PRM 663 Text to Sermon
3 credit hours
A course designed to enable the preacher to become a better craftsman. Drawing upon the resources of Biblical studies and theology and employing the principles of hermeneutics and exegesis, students organize a variety of outlines, prepare six full manuscripts, and concentrate on introductions, conclusions, and preparation procedures that contribute to effective preaching.

PRM 673 Introduction to Pastoral Care
3 credit hours
A course designed to help students become more knowledgeable, effective, and sensitive pastors when ministering to persons in need. Covers selected topics in the pastoral care field. Focuses on the work of the Christian minister to care for God’s people.

PRM 678 Advanced Pastoral Care
3 credit hours
A course designed for graduate theology students who already have some basic information or experience in pastoral care and counseling. Focuses on the theology and practice of pastoral care from Biblical, theological, and charismatic perspectives.
Prerequisite: PRM 673.

PRM 749 Directed Study
1-3 credit hours
A directed course of research and writing under the supervision of a faculty member. Topics must be approved b the professor, advisor, and academic dean and be related to the use of practical theology.

PRM 775 Missionary Internship
3 credit hours
Participation in a missionary activity sometimes as a part of a missions team. This experience is supervised by a faculty member and/or an experienced missionary selected by Livets Ord Theological Seminary. Includes a period of training and study prior to departure, participant observation and post trip reporting.

SFS 500 Spiritual Formation Seminar
1 credit hour
A course where the student receives teaching and inspiration to develop his or her spiritual life and discipline. The focus is on gaining spiritual insight, confidence, and motivation to pursue God closer rather than on intellectual quest for knowledge.