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Title: BIB 302: Living as Disciples in the Kingdom
Subtitle: Embracing the Lifestyle of King Jesus’ Followers
Course Name & Level: Living as Disciples in the Kingdom, Associate Degree
Number of Credit Hours: 3 credit hours
Keywords: King Jesus, Discipleship, Kingdom Living
1. Introduction:
This course explores what it means to live as disciples of King Jesus in the Kingdom of God. Students will examine the practical implications of Jesus’ teachings for everyday life.
2. Course Description:
An introductory course that delves into the practical aspects of living as a disciple of Jesus, focusing on His teachings and their application in the context of His Kingdom and the Great Commission.
3. Course Purpose:
To equip students with practical insights for living as disciples of Jesus in His Kingdom.
4. Course Objectives:
To understand and apply the teachings of Jesus in daily life, fostering a lifestyle that reflects the values of His Kingdom.
5. Key Terms Defined & Key Concepts Explained:
- Discipleship: The process of following Jesus and living according to His teachings.
- Kingdom of God: Central theme in Jesus’ teaching, representing God’s sovereign rule and reign.
- Great Commission: Jesus’ command to His disciples to spread His teachings to all nations (Matthew 28:18-20).
- Servanthood: A lifestyle of serving others, exemplified by Jesus.
- Spiritual Disciplines: Practices such as prayer, fasting, and scripture reading that cultivate spiritual growth.
6. Specific Topics with Descriptions:
- Introduction to Kingdom Living: Overview of what it means to live as a disciple in the Kingdom of God.
- The Beatitudes: Study of the Sermon on the Mount and its implications for Kingdom living.
- Love and Forgiveness: Exploration of Jesus’ teachings on love, forgiveness, and reconciliation.
- Prayer and Fasting: Examination of spiritual disciplines and their role in discipleship.
- Serving Others: Understanding the importance of servanthood and selflessness in the life of a disciple.
- Living by Faith: Insights into trusting God and living by faith in everyday circumstances.
- Stewardship: Study of how disciples manage their time, talents, and treasures for God’s glory.
- Evangelism and Witnessing: Practical ways to fulfill the Great Commission and share the Gospel.
- Community and Fellowship: The role of Christian community and fellowship in discipleship.
- Overcoming Challenges: Strategies for overcoming trials and temptations as a disciple of Jesus.
7. Assessments with Descriptions:
- Quizzes: Regular quizzes to test knowledge of key concepts and teachings related to Kingdom living.
- Reflection Papers: Written reflections on specific teachings or aspects of discipleship.
- 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.
- Discipleship Project: A practical project where students implement aspects of Kingdom living in their daily lives.
8. Research References:
- The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. eBook format. MLA Citation: Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. The Cost of Discipleship. Touchstone, 1995.
- Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth by Richard J. Foster. eBook format. MLA Citation: Foster, Richard J. Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth. HarperOne, 1998.
- The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God by Dallas Willard. eBook format. MLA Citation: Willard, Dallas. The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God. HarperOne, 1998.
- Radical: Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream by David Platt. eBook format. MLA Citation: Platt, David. Radical: Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream. Multnomah Books, 2010.
- Discipleship Essentials: A Guide to Building Your Life in Christ by Greg Ogden. eBook format. MLA Citation: Ogden, Greg. Discipleship Essentials: A Guide to Building Your Life in Christ. InterVarsity Press, 2007.
This comprehensive curriculum ensures that students gain practical insights for living as disciples of Jesus, focusing on King Jesus, His Kingdom, and His Great Commission.
