Syllabus – The Preacher & His Work 1
Instructor: Russ Earl​

PURPOSE: To examine the various aspects of the work of the preacher

TEXTBOOKS:
The King James Version Bible
Books will be referenced and recommended throughout the course.
Diligent note-taking is emphasized in this course.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Keep diligent notes (to be submitted with each test)
• Complete all assignments on time
• When a question is asked in class, all students must reply. If you do not know the answer, just say so; failure to reply will affect your participation grade. 

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TESTS AND ASSIGNMENTS:
There will be several tests throughout the course. Each test will be worth 50 points.
Class notes: Students are to submit notes with each test. 


COURSE SCHEDULE:
Classes meet each Saturday for 18 sessions at 10am CTZ. Each class will be 50 minutes in length.

Fall Classes Begin – First Saturday in August
First Break – 3rd Week of September
Second Break – Thanksgiving Break (Week of Thanksgiving)
End of Classes – 2nd Saturday in December

Topics to be discussed

1. ​Qualifications of a Preacher
2. The Importance of a Good Background
3. Leadership Roles in the Church
4. Applying His First Commission
5. Life within the Body of Christ
6. The Preacher’s Relationship to Elders
7. The Preacher’s Relationship to the Local congregation
8. Setting an Example in Life and Conduct
9. His Home, Health, Money, and Temptations
10. Helpful Hints in His First Work
11. Compensations in Preaching
12. The Preacher’s Call: Understanding the Nature of the Work
13. The Preacher’s Support: Financial, Emotional, and Congregational Backing
14. Outreach Ministries and Evangelistic Involvement
15. Education Ministries and the Teacher’s Influence
16. Youth and Family Ministries: Reaching the Next Generation
17. Caring and Benevolent Ministries: The Heart of Service
18. Senior Ministries and Serving the Aged