This course will examine biblical and theological foundations, as well as social science research, for human sexuality. A holistic view of human sexuality will be explored through the examination of sociological, biological, psychological and spiritual aspects of human nature and behavior. Biblical principles are discovered and applied to the development of individual sexual values and sexual discipline. The role of the church in supporting healthy sexuality will be considered.

This course explores developmental, sociological, and philosophical questions of race, ethnicity, and citizenship, with special attention to the experiences of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Americans, and indigenous peoples of the United States. Practical implications for social justice, reconciliation, and personal well-being will also be explored.

An interdisciplinary examination of social evil and social righteousness with the goal of constructing transformational responses to contemporary issues in social justice. Special topics will include ideology, power, sexism, religion, public policy, education, consumerism, and media.

A study of sociological and psychological concepts relating to social pathology, deviance, disorganization and control. Topics include problems such as chemical dependencies, suicide, family maladjustment, crime and juvenile delinquency and discrimination. Attention is given to the implications for various institutions, particularly the school and the church and for a biblical social ethic.

The course will explore how the Scripture informs a Christian understanding of critical social issues. The course will study various systems of theology and their ability to speak effectively into the social issues related to race, economics, and gender. The course will also explore the church’s relationship to the state in these areas.