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120 GENERAL STUDIES This area encompasses coursework that provides essential formation in academic, spiritual, and practical aspects of the ethos of Denver Seminary. Characteristic of studies in this category are their interdisciplinary and foundational aspects as they integrate theology and biblical studies. GS 500 Thinking Biblically and Theologically Provides an introduction to the principles of knowledge involved in seminary studies and ministry, key principles of biblical interpretation, foundational principles for the study of theology, and the practice of integrative theological reflection. Three hours. GS 510 Vocation and Christian Life This course prepares students to engage biblically, theologically, and practically with the work God calls them to over the course of their lives. It provides a biblical and theological framework for healthy vocational and transformational practices. Through this course, students will develop an understanding of Sabbath and design their own Rule of Life. Together professor and students will study biblical passages, interact with Christian thinkers and engage in theological reflection regarding the integration of calling, work, rest, culture, and Christian identity. Students will also be prepared to pursue intentional growth and transformation with others in and through their work. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Fellows Program of First Presbyterian Church – Colorado Springs. Two hours. HOMILETICS Preaching the Scriptures is the life blood of the Church and facilitates the expansion of God's Kingdom in the lives of people. The Homiletics Department at Denver Seminary is committed to training men and women in the clear exposition of the Bible using the methodology of the Big Idea. Following the introductory course in Biblical Preaching, students have a number of electives to choose from that assist them in developing out their preaching skills. Our goal in all of these courses is to help our students engage the world with the life transforming power of Scripture for the glory of God. HOM 500 Introduction to Expository Preaching Provides students with both instruction and practice in the discipline of Big Idea expository preaching. Students are introduced to the exegetical and homiletical steps involved in the exposition of New Testament texts with a goal of initiating them in the practice of preaching the Bible in a clear and relevant fashion. Two or three hours. HOM 590, 690 Studies in Homiletics These course numbers are reserved for courses of special or one-time interest that do not otherwise appear in the catalog. Two or three hours. HOM 591, 691 Individualized Study in Homiletics These course numbers are reserved for courses that are designed to free the student for independent investigation in homiletics under the guidance of a professor. One to three hours. HOM 701 Expository Preaching of Old Testament Texts Linking Hebrew exegesis with the exposition of the Old Testament, the instruction in this course focuses on the exegesis of different types of Old Testament literature and the preparation of relevant expository sermons from those texts. It explores, in depth, the theological implications of the Old Testament and its application for contemporary audiences. Students will prepare and preach at least two sermons based on different sections of the Old Testament. Evaluations will be offered by the students and the instructor.