Elder Dexter Johnson

This course is general information to effectively instruct students for ordination and licensing, the well-defined doctrine of the Church Of God In Christ. This course utilizes the COGIC textbook (Understanding Bible Doctrine As Taught In The Church Of God In Christ), as a summary of the principles of Christian religion in the form of questions and answers, used for the educating essential Christian beliefs.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This course will provide a straightforward overview to allow students to become acquainted with Biblical principles which constitute the doctrines of the Church of God In Christ. As this course is designed to inform and strengthen the ability of the student through a catechism methodology, it will additionally provide an expansion on the Articles of Religion listed in the official Manual of the Church of God In Christ. Overall, it is hoped that this course will offer students not just a resource for ordination and licensing; however one will obtain spiritual insight for future ministerial experiences.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The intentions of this course are:

1. Student will explain what doctrine is as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
2. Student will explain the significance and value of doctrine.
3. Student will be fully aware of the origin of false doctrine and how one can determine if a doctrine is correct.
4. Student will define the Doctrine of the Bible and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
5. Student will define the Doctrine of the Bible and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
6. Student will define the Doctrine of God and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
7. Student will define the Doctrine of Christ and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
8. Student will define the Doctrine of the Holy Ghost and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
9. Student will define the Doctrine of Angels and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
10. Student will define the Doctrine of Demons and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
11. Student will define the Doctrine of Man and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
12. Student will define the Doctrine of Sin and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
13. Student will define the Doctrine of Salvation and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
14. Student will define the Doctrine of the Church and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.
15. Student will define the Doctrine of the Last Things and explain its perspective as understood by the Church Of God In Christ.

COURSE TEXT(S) AND RESOURCES (MATERIALS)

1. COGIC Manual
2. Understanding Bible Doctrine As Taught In The Church Of God In Christ
3. Bible – King James Version only needed as a textbook (optional-other versions may be used by student) Optional Resources
4. Dictionary
5. Optional – Concordance and other study help as needed

COURSE POLICIES
The instructor will adhere to all C. H. Mason Jurisdiction Institute policies pertaining to attendance, make-up tests, auditing, etc. Students are expected to be familiar with these policies. Any absenteeism, late assignments, etc. ust be cleared (in advance) with the instructor. Where attendance is expected you must be present for at least 90% of the class to be counted as present. You are allowed (2) two absences. It is extremely important for you to attend class, stay current with the material, and actively participate to benefit from this course. You will be responsible for and tested on both the text and lecture material. If miss a class, it is your responsibility to request and obtain information/material given (e.g., announcements, notes, schedule modifications, etc.) from a classmate. In addition, class sessions may not be photographed, audio, or video recorded by student(s). Technology may only be used for note taking and course related activities during class. Students violating this will be dismissed from class. If you require an exception/accommodation regarding use of technology, please discuss your situation with your instruction who will present to the Dean for approval.

COURSE PROCEDURE
This course will be taught using multiple instructional methods, primarily virtual conference lectures. Virtual conference lectures will be used to introduce important topics and highlight specific content within each chapter. Additional instructional methods will include lecture with PowerPoint, case study with group discussion, oral presentation with an associated critical discussion/real-time application, and video discussion. Typically, chapters will be introduced via lecture format and incorporate interpretive discussions. Following the lecture presentation, students will complete homework and engage in further study online using the primary literature to further illustrate the topic and expand learning.

Typical class outline:
• Announcements with students (Question and Answers-Q&A)
• Chapter/Lesson Introduction
• Lecture/Video
• Student Participation – Discussion
• Lecture/Video
• Student Participation – Discussion
• Announcements, Reminders, Student Q & A, and Student Assignment

Lectures will be presented by PowerPoint; student interactions may be focused in one-on-one or small group discussions. *Assignments will be delivered and completed online. Lectures are geared toward real-time application of personnel, organization, and supervision.

ASSIGNMENTS AND COURSE PREPARATION
Successfully students usually devote a minimum of (8) eight hours per week to study and prepare. Readiness to learn means that you are prepared to discuss the content, its practical relevance and real-time application. I have found that successful students:

• Read assigned material before class.
• Actively participate in class discussion, and other relevant thought-provoking questions.
• Review online content prior to completing assignments.

Use the schema below to interpret point’s calculation for assignments.

*FINAL: Comprehensive questions over materials read and/or studied.

**SPECIAL NOTE: I reserve the right to change the content of this syllabus as circumstances dictate to enhance, extend, and deepen your learning potential.

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