This course explores the development of the Christian church from Pentecost through the 20th century.

Course Description:

This course explores the development of the Christian church from Pentecost through the 20th century.

Objective

Upon completion of the course, you should be able to do the following:

• Outline a timetable of events that are most pertinent to the major phases of church history.
• Examine how various theologians have influenced the ways in which many contemporary Christian thinkers understand various doctrinal topics today.
• Explain how Christianity evolved into multiple denominations and theological traditions.
• Display a basic familiarity with the major contributions that prominent Christian leaders have made in preserving and perpetuating the Christian faith.
• Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of historical church leaders as well as the positive and negative implications of various events in church history.
• Discuss the significance of church history in a clear and accessible manner.

Assignments:

1. Complete quizzes, and exams
2. Write a 10 pages paper on a major figure, event, or movement within church history

Textbook

Shelley, Bruce. Church History in Plain Language. 3rd edition. Nashville, Tennessee: Thomas Nelson, 2008.
ISBN-13: 978-0718025533