DS 635 Early Expansion of the Gospel

Course Description

This course focuses on the growth and influence of the early church and the Gospel throughout the Mediterranean and Europe up till 1200 CE. Students will utilize a chronological and interdisciplinary approach to analyze the impact of this growth and influence vis-à-vis the developments in cultures and societies during this period, with attention given to the rise of Islam and other major world religions. The themes explored include opposition and persecution faced by early Christians, distinctives of the early church, and contextualization. Inductive Bible studies are incorporated into each lesson.