KReST Programme

Exegetical Theology (Biblical Language Studies)

 

ET1 and ET2 – New Testament Greek 1 and 2 

An introduction to the morphology, vocabulary, and grammar of New Testament Greek. Includes some translation of NT passages (3 credits each).

 

Exegetical Theology (Biblical and Exegetical Theology Proper) 

ET3 – Historical Books: Samuel to Chronicles [OT Biblical Theology 6] (3)

This course will look into the OT historical development in the books of Samuel to Chronicles.

 

ET4 – Hermeneutics (3)

This course will present to the student a Biblical method of the interpretation of Scripture.  Included shall be a survey of the major historical views of biblical interpretation, the types of literature contained within Scripture, and practical demonstrations of the application of these principles to selected texts.

 

ET5 – Pentateuch [OT Biblical Theology 1] (3)

This course will begin with an introduction to the Old Testament, consisting of a survey of the historical, archaeological and geographical background of the documents of the Old Testament.  However, its primary focus will be the meaning and message of the five books of Moses, and their place within God’s plan of redemption.

 

ET6 – Historical Books: Joshua to Ruth [OT Biblical Theology 2] (3)

This course shall continue the study of the progress of revelation through the second half of the Old Testament, beginning in Joshua and going through to Ruth.

 

ET7 – Prophetical Books: Isaiah to Malachi [OT Biblical Theology 3] (3)

This course will include a survey through the Prophets, showing the fulfilment of certain previous promises, and the groundwork laid for the New Covenant within the prophets.

 

ET8 – Survey of the Gospels and Acts (2)

This course will begin with an introduction to the New Testament, after which it will survey and compare the gospels and their contents, and then proceed to show the continuation of the work of Christ in the book of Acts.

 

ET9 – NT Epistles [Compare and Contrast Pauline Epistles with those of John, Peter, etc] (2)

This course will survey and examine the major sections of the New Testament Epistles, comparing and contrasting the Pauline epistles with those of John, Peter, etc.  

 

ET10 – Psalms & Wisdom Literature [OT Biblical Theology 4] (2)

This course shall cover the study of the books of Psalms and Wisdom Literature as to there place in the OT including their contribution to the redemptive history.

 

ET11 – Biblical (OT & NT) Exegesis (2)

From the OT: This shall survey the progress of redemptive history from creation to the exile. Special emphasis is given the concept of the covenant and typology 

From the NT: This shall survey the culmination of redemptive history as unfolded in the canon of the NT.

 

ET12 – Historical Books: Ezra to Esther [OT Biblical Theology 6] (2)

This course shall continue the study of the progress of revelation through the remaining historical books of the Old Testament, beginning in Ezra and going through to Esther.

 

Historical Theology (Church History)

 

HT1 – Early Church (3 credits)

A survey of church history from the post-apostolic period to Augustine. Special emphasis given to the church’s growth, the NT canon’s development, and the Trinitarian controversies. 

 

HT2 – Medieval Church (3 credits)

A survey of church history from Augustine to the Reformation with a focus on the Pelagian controversy and the rise of the sacramental system, sacerdotal clergy, and papacy.

 

HT3 – History of Reformation (Reformation and Puritans) (3 credits)

A survey of church history during the period of the Reformation. Special emphasis is given to the leading Reformers, and the key doctrines of the Reformation.

 

HT4 – Early American Christianity and Modern Missions (3 credits)

This course will survey the period of church history roughly from the Pilgrims to 1920.  Included shall be such topics as the Great Awakening, the rise of cults, higher criticism, the development of modern missions, and the fundamentalist and modernist controversy.  This course is important for Kenyan ministerial students in light of the great influence of American Christianity upon the contemporary situation in Kenya.

 

HT5 – History of Christianity in African (3 credits)

Beginning with a brief survey of the history of the work of God in Africa, this course will cover the spread of Christianity into Eastern Africa, leading to the evangelization of those in Kenya.  Also included will be a survey of the development of Baptists and Reformed Baptists in Kenya.

 

HT6 – Cults, Modern and Contemporary Church History (3 credits)

Cults – This course offers an introduction to some of the contemporary cults and controversial religious movements active in Africa. 

Modern Church History – Beginning with the dawn of the 20th century and going on to the present, the course will survey recent phenomenon as neo-orthodoxy, the church growth movement, the spread of charismatic teaching, and the resurgence of Reformed teaching mid-century to the present. The persecution of the church in recent history will be examined as well. Also included in this course will be a survey of the areas of decline and growth in the church worldwide.

 

HT7 – History of the Baptists (Symbolics) (3 credits)

This course is designed to give the student a thorough introduction to the background and contents of the 1689 Confession of Faith, with some discussion on the Baptist forefathers instrumental in the development and distribution of its contents.

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Pastoral Theology (Pastoral & Practical Studies) 

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PT1 – Christian Ethics (3 credits) 

A systematic and practical study of the moral duty of man, using the Ten Commandments as a framework. This course will touch upon contemporary questions and issues in ethics, which may include such topics as women in the church, Christian Sabbath, abortion, homosexuality, genetic engineering, etc.

PT2 – Christian Worldview and Polemics (3 credits)

A systematic and practical study of the major cults and unorthodox teachings which face the church today. It will also involve examining of the biblical foundations for defending the faith. A comparison and contrast will be presented between the Christian worldview and other worldviews. As well, the course will examine the teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Seventh Day Adventists, Roman Catholics, Charismatics, etc.

PT3 – Pastoral Theology 1 [Introduction/ Call/ Qualification/ Character] (3 credits)

This course will focus upon the life and character of the man of God as he interacts with God, with his wife and children, his congregation as a fellow disciple and sheep of Christ, and with the world. Thus, it will touch on personal, domestic and public life of the man of God.

 

PT4 – Evangelism, Church Planting and Missions (3 credits)

A systematic and practical study of the theology and practice of biblical evangelism and missions. Includes an analysis of evangelistic outreach in the contexts of an established local church, a new church-plant, and foreign missions. 

PT5 – Pastoral Theology 3 [Sermon Preparation and Preaching] (3 credits) 

A systematic and practical study regarding the nature and method of preparing and delivering sermons and lectures. Includes an analysis of types of sermons (expositional, topical, redemptive historical) and a consideration of the importance of the Holy Spirit and prayer in connection with the ministry of the Word.

PT6 – Pastoral Theology 2 [Visitation, Counselling, HIV/AIDS in the Church and Oversight (3 credits)

This course will examine the work of the pastor among his people in his role as overseer of individual souls.  The importance and content of pastoral visitation will be presented, as well as the biblical principles of and method for counselling in particular situations.  As well, instruction shall be given on handling special events such as weddings, funerals, issues of HIV/AIDS in the Church etc.

 

 Systematic Theology

 

ST1 – Introduction to Systematic Theology and Doctrine of Scripture (3 credits)

This course shall present an introduction to the Systematic Theological studies and then shall cover the areas of general and special revelation, the doctrine of Scripture, and presuppositional apologetics.

 

ST2 – Doctrine of God (3 credits)

The doctrine of God shall cover the Bible’s teaching concerning the nature of God, touching upon such subjects as God’s existence, the Trinity, and the attributes of God.  

 

ST3 – Doctrine of the Covenants [Covenant Redemption] (3 credits)

A survey of the doctrine of the covenants, as it focuses upon Christ as the centerpiece of God’s redeeming plan.

 

ST4 – Doctrine of Christ (3 credits)

The person and work of Jesus Christ shall be the subject of this course.  It shall include such topics as the full Deity and humanity of Christ, the relation of His two natures, and the nature of His work, especially in the accomplishment of our redemption.

 

ST5 – Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (3 credits) 

This course shall present to the student the true identity and nature of the Holy Spirit.  His existence and personhood shall be considered, as well as the believer’s relationship to the Holy Spirit.  

 

ST6 – Doctrine of Man and Sin (3 credits)

The nature of man is the primary subject of this course.  It will seek to examine the creation account, man’s status as a fallen being and the effects thereof, and the recovery of man from sin.  

 

ST7 – Doctrine of Salvation (3 credits)

This course shall consider the various aspects of man’s salvation from sin through the Lord Jesus Christ.  Such topics as election, regeneration, adoption, sanctification, perseverance, etc. shall be covered within this course.

 

ST8 – Doctrine of the Church (3 credits)

The doctrine of the church will focus primarily upon the local church, considering such issues as the worship, membership, discipline, leadership and government of the church of Jesus Christ.

 

ST9 – Doctrine of the Last Things (3 credits)

This course in eschatology shall consider heaven and hell, the state of man after death and before the Second Coming, the resurrection of the body, and the Biblical teaching concerning the last events on the timetable of God’s work in this world.

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Special Programmes Studies

 

SPS1 – Mentorship (3) 

SPS2 – Internship (3)