Department of Christian Faith
Core Doctrines · Nature of God · Salvation · The Church · Holy Spirit
The Department of Christian Faith introduces students to the core doctrines of the Christian faith — the nature of God, salvation, the Church, and the Holy Spirit. With theological depth and practical clarity, students build a foundation for confident, faithful Christian living and ministry.
4
Core Courses
0
Faculty
9
Credit Hours
12
Weeks
Online
Delivery
2026
Academic Year
Department Overview
The Department of Christian Faith introduces students to the core doctrines of the Christian faith — the nature of God, salvation, the Church, and the Holy Spirit. With theological depth and practical clarity, students build a foundation for confident, faithful Christian living and ministry. The curriculum is designed to provide both depth and breadth in christian faith, equipping students for faithful service in the church, academy, and world.
Degree Offered: Certificate in Christian Faith Foundations. This program is delivered fully online in a cohort-based format over 12 weeks, comprising 4 courses and 5 learning outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
Articulate the core doctrines of the Christian faith
Explain the nature, attributes, and character of God
Describe the doctrine of salvation and its implications for life
Understand the nature, purpose, and mission of the Church
Explain the person and work of the Holy Spirit
Course Catalog
The following 4 courses comprise the core curriculum for the Certificate in Christian Faith Foundations.
Foundations of the Christian Faith
An introduction to the core doctrines of the Christian faith, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding God, salvation, the Church, and the Christian life.
Foundations of the Christian Faith
An introduction to the core doctrines of the Christian faith, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding God, salvation, the Church, and the Christian life.
The Nature and Attributes of God
Explores the doctrine of God — His existence, nature, attributes, and character as revealed in Scripture and understood through Christian tradition.
The Nature and Attributes of God
Explores the doctrine of God — His existence, nature, attributes, and character as revealed in Scripture and understood through Christian tradition.
Salvation, the Church, and the Holy Spirit
Examines the doctrines of salvation (soteriology), the Church (ecclesiology), and the Holy Spirit (pneumatology) — their biblical foundations and practical significance.
Salvation, the Church, and the Holy Spirit
Examines the doctrines of salvation (soteriology), the Church (ecclesiology), and the Holy Spirit (pneumatology) — their biblical foundations and practical significance.
Christian Faith in Practice
Connects Christian doctrine to daily life — exploring how core beliefs shape worship, ethics, ministry, and personal spiritual formation.
Christian Faith in Practice
Connects Christian doctrine to daily life — exploring how core beliefs shape worship, ethics, ministry, and personal spiritual formation.
Faculty
Meet the scholars who teach and mentor students in the Department of Christian Faith.
Faculty assignments for the Department of Christian Faith are being finalized for the 2026 academic year.
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