Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, INTERCULTURAL MINISTRY major

Every student at Northpoint Bible College majors in Biblical Studies. The Intercultural Ministry Division seeks to guide the student in developing a biblical theology and biblical philosophy of missions and providing practical vocational preparation for cross-cultural ministry, whether at home or abroad. Essential elements of the Intercultural Ministry second major will build upon the student’s major core courses and will include an introductory overview of missions’ theology, history, and practice; realities of missionary life and work; principles of indigenous church planting and partnership; exposure to missions literature and missionary statesmen.

The student will have opportunities for practical experience in cross-cultural ministry as well.

DIVISIONAL OUTCOMES:

The Intercultural Ministry Division prepares the student to:

Model the missionary heart of God (Missio Dei) by applying the missiological skills necessary for communicating the Gospel effectively in different cultural and generational contexts;

Recall and apply relational principles and practices in intercultural ministry;

Demonstrate how the concepts of culture and worldview affect the articulation, understanding, and application of the Gospel to people of different cultures;

Describe how globalization affects the context of missionary work in local cultures and develop an informed missiological response;

Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the dynamics of various cultures and practice respectful incarnational servanthood while upholding biblical values and standards;

Develop and practice the administrative skills associated with applying for missionary status, itinerating, networking, writing newsletters, applying for necessary legal documentation, and preparing for the vetting process;

Synthesize missiological concepts and theological, historical, and cultural principles in planning for worship, evangelism, discipleship, compassion ministry, and leadership training in intercultural settings.