Gap Year

​The Gap Year is a one-year programme for those interested in increasing their Bible knowledge. 

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Completion of the Gap Year obtains a Certificate of Ministry Preparation and is a prerequisite to the Associate Programme.

 

GAP YEAR CLASSES

 

GY101 - LIFE OF CHRIST

This study is considered foundational for all other New Testament studies. Christ’s life ministry in His incarnation is examined harmonically and chronologically. The major emphasis is developing an understanding of the unfolding of Christ’s mission both as the Messiah and Saviour.

 

GY102 – COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP

This course covers the basic principles of planning and delivery of speeches and sermons. The student will learn how to develop and organize a lesson. Time will also be spent learning delivery and presentation skills.

 

GY103 - METHODS OF BIBLE TEACHING

This course prepares teachers for communicating God’s Word. It considers purposeful Bible study, preparation of aims, laws of teaching, application of lessons, and developing the various methods of lesson presentation especially associated with the Sunday school teacher.

 

GY104 - OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY 1

This course covers the first five books of the Old Testament. It is a study of the early history of God’s people. Emphasis is given to the periods of Abraham and Moses.

 

GY105 - OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY 2

This course covers the books of Joshua through to Esther with emphasis given to the history of the nation Israel.

 

GY106 - DOCTRINE 1

This course includes the fundamentals of the major doctrines of theology. The areas of study are Bibliology, Theology Proper, Pneumatology, Soteriology, and Ecclesiology. It gives a general understanding of Bible doctrines and lays a foundation for further study.

 

GY107 - DOCTRINE 2

This course is a continuation of Doctrine I and includes Christology, Anthropology, Hamartiology, Angelology, and Eschatology.

 

 

GY108 - LIFE OF PAUL

A historical study of the life of Paul is made with reference to the geography of his missionary journeys. His methods and accomplishments in establishing churches are a major emphasis. Each epistle is viewed in the context in which it was written. Special emphasis is also given to the occasion, purpose, and characteristics of each epistle.

 

GY109 - PERSONAL EVANGELISM

A student learns how to use the Scriptures in leading people to Christ. Emphasis is placed on the presentation of the Gospel in order to win people to Christ.

 

GY110 –YOUTH MINISTRY

Focus of the class is on how to reach teenagers with the gospel and how to build a youth ministry in the local church. Camp, activities, teaching and relational skills will be discussed.

 

GY111 - BAPTIST HISTORY

This course is a study of the Anabaptist of the pre-Reformation and Reformation periods with emphasis on its principles, development, and impacts.

 

GY112 – STUDY AND COMPOSITION

This course is a study of formatting, grammar and writing skills teaching the student to outline and present ideas on paper, as well as practical study skills.