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Title: BIB 822: Implementing the Great Commission Globally
Subtitle: Strategies for Global Evangelism and Discipleship
Course Name & Level: Implementing the Great Commission Globally, Doctorate Degree
Number of Credit Hours: 3 credit hours
Keywords: Great Commission, Global Evangelism, Discipleship
1. Introduction:
This course explores effective strategies for implementing the Great Commission on a global scale. Students will examine historical and contemporary approaches to evangelism and discipleship.
2. Course Description:
An advanced course focusing on the practical implementation of the Great Commission worldwide. Emphasis is placed on understanding and developing effective strategies for global evangelism and discipleship.
3. Course Purpose:
To equip students with the knowledge and skills to implement the Great Commission globally, fostering effective evangelism and discipleship strategies.
4. Course Objectives:
To explore and analyze strategies for global evangelism and discipleship, enhancing students’ ability to implement the Great Commission in diverse cultural contexts.
5. Key Terms Defined & Key Concepts Explained:
- Great Commission: Jesus’ command to his disciples to spread his teachings to all nations (Matthew 28:18-20).
- Evangelism: The spreading of the Christian gospel by public preaching or personal witness.
- Discipleship: The process of following and learning from a teacher or leader, particularly in a religious context.
- Cultural Context: The environment or situation that is relevant to the beliefs, values, and practices of a culture.
- Missiology: The study of missionary work and its methods and purposes.
6. Specific Topics with Descriptions:
- Introduction to the Great Commission: Overview of the course and its objectives.
- Biblical Foundations for Global Mission: Examination of the biblical basis for global evangelism and discipleship.
- Historical Approaches to the Great Commission: Study of how the Great Commission has been implemented throughout history.
- Contemporary Models of Evangelism: Exploration of modern evangelistic methods and their effectiveness.
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Analysis of strategies for communicating the gospel in diverse cultural contexts.
- Contextualization: Examination of how to adapt the message of the gospel to different cultural settings without compromising its essence.
- Global Discipleship Practices: Study of effective discipleship methods in various cultural contexts.
- Challenges in Global Evangelism: Exploration of the challenges and obstacles to implementing the Great Commission globally.
- Technology and the Great Commission: Examination of the role of technology in modern evangelism and discipleship.
- Case Studies in Global Evangelism: Analysis of successful global evangelism and discipleship initiatives.
- Developing a Global Mission Strategy: Practical steps for creating and implementing a comprehensive global mission strategy.
- Future Trends in Global Evangelism: Exploration of emerging trends and future directions in global evangelism and discipleship.
7. Assessments with Descriptions:
- Quizzes: Regular quizzes to test knowledge of key concepts and strategies related to global evangelism and discipleship.
- Reflection Papers: Written reflections on personal insights and learnings from specific topics.
- Research Paper: An in-depth research paper on a chosen aspect of implementing the Great Commission globally.
- Midterm Exam: An exam covering the first half of the course material.
- Final Exam: Comprehensive exam covering the entire course.
- Participation: Active participation in class discussions and group activities.
- Presentation: A presentation on a significant strategy for implementing the Great Commission globally.
8. Research References:
- The Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible’s Grand Narrative by Christopher J.H. Wright. eBook format. MLA Citation: Wright, Christopher J.H. The Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible’s Grand Narrative. IVP Academic, 2006.
- The Great Commission: Models of Evangelism by John Piper and David Mathis. eBook format. MLA Citation: Piper, John, and David Mathis. The Great Commission: Models of Evangelism. Crossway, 2010.
- Contextualization in World Missions: Mapping and Assessing Evangelical Models by A. Scott Moreau. eBook format. MLA Citation: Moreau, A. Scott. Contextualization in World Missions: Mapping and Assessing Evangelical Models. Kregel Academic, 2012.
- Evangelism in a Skeptical World: How to Make the Unbelievable News About Jesus More Believable by Sam Chan. eBook format. MLA Citation: Chan, Sam. Evangelism in a Skeptical World: How to Make the Unbelievable News About Jesus More Believable. Zondervan, 2018.
- Cross-Cultural Servanthood: Serving the World in Christlike Humility by Duane Elmer. eBook format. MLA Citation: Elmer, Duane. Cross-Cultural Servanthood: Serving the World in Christlike Humility. IVP Books, 2006.
This comprehensive curriculum ensures that students gain a deep understanding of how to implement the Great Commission globally, focusing on King Jesus, His Kingdom, and His Great Commission.
