A absolutely free New Testomony History course is currently staying made available at Baptist Missionary Affiliation Theological Seminary. Taught by Dr. Tony Cleaver, the system handles 4 elements of the New Testament: “Gospel” “Acts” “Paul’s Letters,” and “General Letters and Revelation.”
Cleaver, whose resume is replete with accomplishments and positions held, is the inaugural director of Distance Training at BMA Seminary, and Professor of Biblical Literature. An author of several textbooks that are out there on Kindle e-books from Amazon, Cleaver also was an Army Chaplain for several yrs, serving with soldiers, their family members, and in congregations in Asia, Europe, and on both of those coasts of North The united states. He retired from the U.S. Military Chaplaincy in 1992 but was referred to as again to energetic responsibility for the Worldwide War on Terrorism in 2003.
“The class will provide to deepen your comprehending of the Bible, and (give answers to explain) how it can implement to your everyday living scenario,” Cleaver explained in an on-line video clip. “It’s a non-credit score training course, but those who complete the program will get a certification.”
The eight-7 days class started Feb. 1, but will keep on till March 29, so attendees can each and every study at his or her individual speed.
His comprehensive biographical information lists his credentials for instructing the course. In accordance to the seminary’s web-site, Cleaver “has served the Texas Community College or university Academics Association on the state-extensive Experienced Progress Committee. He was Chair of the Faith Department of Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, Texas in which he taught leadership, preaching, and quite a few Aged and New Testament programs. He sponsored the B. J. Albritton Ministerial Alliance-the campus firm for young preachers.”
Dr. Cleaver was picked by the college student entire body Teacher of the Calendar year for university a long time 2007-08, 2006-07, and 2004-05. The faculty chosen him to provide as president of the College Affiliation in 2005-06. He was inducted as an honorary member of the area chapter of Delta Psi Omega during the 2005-06 semesters. Dr. Cleaver also served Jacksonville College as Executive Director Source Enhancement.
His textbooks incorporate devotional books: “Then God Said” and “Scriptures for Currently.” An additional e-book, “Titus” is a tutorial to much better knowing the biblical e-book of Titus. Another, “Luke Only,” discusses scriptures that are only identified in the book of Luke, not like some scripture that is found in Luke, but also observed in other Gospel textbooks.
On top of that, he wrote, “Prayers for This 12 months “ “Your Everyday living On the Campus,” (for students) “Ultimate Coaching,” and with his spouse, Jerrie Sue Kellar, compiled the guide “Sermons of Gerald Kellar,” detailing some excerpts from sermons his father-in-legislation experienced geared up prior to his passing.
A 1962 graduate of Jacksonville Superior School, Cleaver has been involved with BMATS for quite a few decades. He stated most do not understand the value of the seminary.
“This is a environment-course seminary, accredited by SACS, and attended by learners from all around the country and close to the globe,” he explained. “We have a treasure ideal at our back again doorway.” He added that the on the internet lessons being available are the school’s chance to give back again to the group.
“This is being opened to Christian men and women wanting to know far more about scripture,” he reported. “It’s a way to interact with other men and women and get a minimal more awareness about what they are examining.”
The present course, which is currently comprehensive, works by using a system referred to as “Moodle,” in which pupils get assignments and training course outlines. They are also in a position to interact with other learners by way of composed interaction, and encounter-to-confront with Dr. Cleaver.
The Spring 2023 class has 70 students, ranging from age from the teenagers to one particular pupil who is 73. Twenty states are represented, as are a few other nations.
A cost-free Fall 2023 course will be available as well, but will not be declared until eventually close to the begin day of that semester.
To come across out a lot more about the classes, all those interested might call Cleaver by the web site http://bmats.edu/cost-free or by calling 800-259-5673.
