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Contemporary Issues in Global Christianity (BC-414)

Cultures are formative. They mix wisdom and foolishness, truth and lies, good and evil. The Christian mind must be discerning: able to refine what is good, redeem what is distorted, and reject what is evil.

About This Course

This is a comprehensive, in-depth, academically serious, ethically rigorous, culturally discerning, and pastorally applied course. It is aimed to give students a wide, ordered view of the major contemporary issues facing the Church both in India and around the world.

"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." — Romans 12:2

The objective of this course is to equip leaders with a well-discipled Christian mind. You will learn to interpret complex social, ethical, and cultural issues from a strictly Biblical perspective, enabling you to communicate with clarity, courage, and charity to your congregants, families, and public neighbors.

What You Will Learn

  • How to engage with and discern cultural trends, identifying where they align with or deviate from biblical truth.
  • A wide, structured view of the major contemporary issues facing the global and local Church today.
  • The ethical and theological frameworks necessary to refine what is good, redeem the distorted, and reject the evil in culture.
  • How to interpret complex societal issues from a steadfastly Biblical perspective.
  • Strategies to communicate difficult truths with clarity, courage, and charity in the public square and within the family.

Course Evaluation & Grading

Students will be given graded assessments during the Semester. Each of these assessments will be in reference to all content covered till that point in the course.

Percentage Range Grade
91% - 100%Grade A+
76% - 90%Grade A
51% - 75%Grade B
35% - 50%Grade C
Below 35%Grade F (Fail)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do some courses ON-CAMPUS, some ONLINE and some via E-LEARNING?
Yes. Regardless of the learning option you choose, once you enroll, you are considered a student at APC Bible College and receive the same certificate/degree. You have the flexibility to mix learning modes, but please enroll in a specific course in only one mode per semester.
Can I take courses in any order?
We strongly recommend following the sequence outlined by the college. However, at your discretion, you are welcome to take courses in any order. Ensure you complete all required courses for your specific program to receive your certificate.
Are requirements the same for all learning options?
Not exactly. The course content remains the same in all three learning options (ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE or E-LEARNING). To successfully complete a course for ON-CAMPUS and ONLINE classes you must have both (A) minimum 85% attendance and (B) obtain a passing grade of 35% marks or higher (grade C or better). For the E-LEARNING option, you must (A) watch all the lecture videos and (B) obtain a passing grade of 71% marks or higher (grade C or better). The course assignments for ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE and E-LEARNING students may differ, and is left to the discretion of the Course Instructor.

Course Details

Course Code:
BC-414
Prerequisites:
None
Learning Options:
  • On-Campus
  • Online
  • E-Learning Portal
Resources:
In addition to course materials, students are encouraged to use APC's free books, sermon series, and YouTube lectures.

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