Course Information

Number: APTH3725

Name: The Organic body of Christ

Instructor: ACU Shared Course (Intro)

Section: IS-001

Credits: 3

Learning Resources:

Reimagining Church: Pursuing the Dream of Organic Christianity by Frank Viola

Bethany: The Lord’s Desire for His Church by Frank Viola

Beyond Bible Study: Finding Jesus in Christ in Scripture by Frank Viola

MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers, 6^th Edition by Joseph Gibaldi

(Can be purchased at Amazon.com)-This is required for all courses at Ames Christian University                       

Holy Bible (please note what translation you use on your assignments)                                         

BibleGateway.com  (www.biblegateway.com) is a free service for reading and researching Scripture online--all in the language or translation of your choice (which includes the Bible in 50 different versions as well as in 35 different languages).  It provides advanced tools you can use to search the Bible by keywords or verse, as well as other tools to enhance your study of the Bible.

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Course Description:

This course will introduce you to God’s true design for the Body of Christ as laid out in the New Testament. You will also investigate ‘modern’ church and leadership practices and gain a deep understanding of the Church as a living organism not an institutional organization.

Course Goals and Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will:

1.     Understand God’s eternal purpose for His Church.

2.     See the Godhead as a model for all relationships.

3.     Discern God’s true intent for leadership and function in the Body of Christ.

4.     Gain a closer walk with the Lord regarding His call on your life.