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DSRE 541

FOUNDATIONS OF BIBLICAL

SPIRITUALITY Summer 2015

Joseph S. Kidder

S E V E N T H - D A Y A D V E N T I S T

T H E O L O G I C A L S E M I N A R Y

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DSRE 541

FOUNDATIONS OF BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITY ( JULY 19 -23, 2015)

SUMMER 2015

GENER AL CL ASS I NFO RM ATIO N

Class Location: Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 49104

(Chan Shun Bldg. Rm CSH 108) Class Time/Day: Sunday, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mandatory Orientation 4 p.m. CSH 108 Mon – Thurs. 8 a.m. – 12:30; 1:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Credits Offered: 3

INSTRU CTO R CO NTAC T

Instructor: Dr. S. Joseph Kidder Telephone: 269-471-8316 (office); 269-473-2497 (home) Email: kiddersj@andrews.edu Office location: Seminary Hall, Room N221

COU RSE DE SC RIP TIO N

Study and practice of spiritual growth designed to lead students to growth in their personal spiritual

lives.

COU RSE MATER I ALS

Required:

1. Kidder, S. Joseph. Majesty: Experiencing Authentic Worship. Hagerstown, MD: Review & Herald, 2009. ISBN: 0828024235

2. Kidder, S. Joseph. The Big Four, Secrets of a Thriving Church Family. Hagerstown, MD: Review and Herald Pub., 2012. ISBN: 0828025215

3. White, Ellen. The Desire of Ages. (Only the last 200 pages) ISBN: 0816321833 4. White, Ellen. Steps to Christ. ISBN: 1477469788 5. The student must purchase a notebook from the instructor with all of the materials

pertinent to the class. Cost will be $35.00.

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REVI S ION STATEMENT

The instructor reserves the right to revise the syllabus for the benefit of the learning process with

appropriate notification to the students.

OUTCOMES

MA in Pastoral Ministry (MAPMin) English & Spanish Program Outcomes

1. Delivers effective biblically based sermons. 2. Demonstrates proper biblical interpretation skills. 3. Understands the historical–theological and missional development of the Adventist Church. 4. Trains church members for evangelism. 5. Empowers church members for leadership 6. Capable of reaching specific social groups

Masters of Divinity (MDIV) Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate spiritual growth through the use of spiritual disciplines.

2. Explain Scripture in an exegetically and theologically sound manner from an Adventist

perspective. 3. Engage in biblical and theological reflection as the basis for spiritual growth. 4. Experience enrichment of personal and family life.

MA in Youth and Young Adult Ministry (MAYYAM) Program Outcomes 1. Engages consistently in biblical devotional habits to be open to the transforming work of the Holy

Spirit in his or her life. Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): The student should be able to:

1. Develop greater personal biblical and spiritual growth.

2. Practice the characteristics of basic Christian spiritual disciplines such as devotion and worship and Bible study.

3. Create a narrative that reflects the character of Christ and exemplifies personal integrity and

professional ethics.

4. Define the theological, psychological, and sociological foundations for growth in the Christian life. 5. Identifies the unique contributions of Seventh-day Adventist theology to the practice and

theology of the spiritual life: e.g., Sabbath, intercession of Christ, healthful living. 6. Understanding that the depth of their relationship with God will be expressed in their

relationships with others: their family, friends, work associates, retail clerks, people in need, etc.

7. Participate effectively in spiritual retreats and small groups for spiritual growth and accountability.

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TOPIC S AND ASSIG NME N T S

Schedule for class meetings: July 19-23, 2015 Running total Sunday 5:00-8:00 p.m.

3 hours 3

Monday 8:00-12:30 p.m. 1:30-6:00 p.m.

4.5 hours 4.5 hours

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Tuesday 8:00-12:30 p.m. 1:30-6:00 p.m.

4.5 hours 4.5 hours

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Wednesday 8:00-12:30 p.m. 1:30-6:00 p.m.

4.5 hours 4.5 hours

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Thursday 8:00-12:30 p.m. 1:30-6:00 p.m.

4.5 hours 4.5 hours

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Pre-session Guest lectures to be viewed on-line (to be discussed in class)

6 hours 45

Day Date Class Topic Assignments Due

1 July 19 Introduction/Definition/Overall View of Spiritual Growth

2 July 20 Worldview, Core Values, & Rule of Life

3 July 20 Sin, Repentance, Confession, Forgiveness

4 July 20 Worship

5 July 21 Retreat

6 July 22 Scripture & Journaling

7 July 22 Dwight Nelson

8 July 22 Our Spiritual Journey/Guidance

9 July 23 Prayer

10 July 23 Jesus’ Method of Spiritual Growth

11 July 23 Fellowship & Service

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12 July 23 Simplicity & Fasting

13 July 23 How to Keep Growing

GRADI NG AND ASSESSME NT

Credit-Hour Definitions

A professional 3-credit course taken at the SDA Theological Seminary requires a total of 135 hours for course lectures, reading requirements and written assignments. For this course, the instructor estimates that this total of 135 hours will be distributed in the following activities:

Class Lectures during the Intensive: 39 hours

Lectures on line 6 hours

Reading: 30 hours

Devotional Report 30 hours

Retreat: 5 hours

Written Assignments: 10 hours

Reflection Paper 12 hours

Notebook 3 hours

Total 135 hours

Criteria for Grades How your grade will be determined:

Reading Reports 35 Devotional Reports 35 Reflection Paper 20 Notebook and class notes 10

10 TOTAL 100

% Assignments that require a passing grade to pass the course (e.g., examinations and projects):

Reading Reports Devotional Reports Retreat

Reflection Paper Notebook 10

Passing grade is B.

Assessment Submission Please submit all assignments on a CD or notebook to Dr. Joseph Kidder, Christian Ministry Department,

Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 49104-1510. All requirements are due November 10, 2015.

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Late Submission Penalties for late submission: Assignments will be submitted on November 10, 2015 for reading reports and devotional reports. Late assignments incur a 10% daily penalty. Grading Scale:

A = 94% + A- = 90–93% B+ = 87–89%

B = 83–86% B- = 80–82% C+ = 75–79%

C = 65–74% C- = 60–64% D = 50–59%

Class Requirements

1. Attendance: Spiritual growth involves the mastery of basic concepts such as prayer, Bible study, worship, etc., participation with fellow believers in corporate fellowship, and the practice of personal spiritual disciplines. The class time provides opportunity for concept mastery and corporate fellowship. Therefore, regular attendance is a primary course requirement.

2. Attend and participate in all scheduled classes. Work on project which may be assigned. 3. Spiritual Retreat: In order to introduce students to the value of spiritual retreat, discipleship,

small groups, and bonding to like-minded spiritual pilgrims, all students are required to take part in a one day spiritual retreat. This class cannot be passed unless there is full participation in the retreat. Details of the retreat will be furnished in a separate document. The date for the retreat will be announced later and will be all day. There will be no excuse for missing the retreat. If you fail to come or come in late, you will have to drop the class.

4. Small Groups: As part of spiritual growth we need community. Every student will participate

in small groups throughout the semester and hopefully beyond the class. The small groups will meet during class time. During this time you will be engaged in prayer, study of the Word, accountability, and other exercises that the professor might assign. The student is to submit a short report indicating that he has done so and the spiritual benefits gained from it.

5. The students must take full notes and submit them to the instructor in the CD or notebook

portfolio by November 10, 2015.

6. Practice of the Devotional Life: The student will spend 3 hours each week (1/2 hour each day) in the practice of spiritual disciplines spread over 6 days. Factors that should be kept in mind are: You are free to complete the 3 hours doing whatever devotional things you like, such as Bible reading, prayer, etc., that you find valuable. Your class reading will give you some new ideas, but it does not count as devotional time. This is a wonderful opportunity to experiment with new ways of meeting God. Since prayer and Bible reading is so crucial for the Christian, we urge that students try to spend at least 3 to 4 hours weekly in prayer and Bible study. Unless there is some special reason for change, the 3-hour time period should be spread out over at least six days during the week.

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At the beginning of each week, you should decide what your specific daily plan is for each time you have devotions that week and write it down.

You should keep a careful log of your time with God. A sheet is provided for you in this syllabus. Make sure for each devotional time you have, you record: a) Date, i.e., month and day; b) Time (duration), i.e., 7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.; c) A brief 1-2 sentence summary of how things went. Did you follow your plan? At the end of the week the total time spent must be calculated and recorded. Include all these reports on the CD or notebook portfolio to be turned in on November 10, 2015.

NOTE: While for some it may seem a bit artificial to keep track of devotional time, it helps us stay honest with ourselves and God and, in the end, most students thank us for the experience. Keeping such records is a time-honored practice devoted Christians have often followed.

7. Reading Reports: Please read the required books listed and write weekly reports using the form in the syllabus. Please include a summary of what you read, a positive reaction, a negative reaction, and an application to your personal life. Include all the book reports on the CD or notebook portfolio or note book to be turned in on November 10, 2015.

8. Fasting: Every student is to fast for one day from food or TV or Facebook and write a one-page report on it evaluating the experience.

9. Reflection Paper: Each student is to write an 8-9 pages reflection paper covering three subjects:

a. The first part is to synthesize your spiritual experience from August 2015 through October 2015. In what ways have you grown spiritually? What have you learned about yourself during this time? What you have learned about God? This section is to be 2-3 pages in length, typed, and double-spaced.

b. The second part is to give a full treatment of your Core Values and Worldview. This section is to be 2-3 pages in length, typed, and double-spaced. See class materials.

c. The third section is to give an in-depth treatment of your vision for the future. What is your plan to grow spiritually? This section is to be 2-3 pages in length, typed, and double-spaced. The paper needs to be included on the CD or notebook, due on November 10, 2015.

10. Assignment Due Dates: the reading reports and the spiritual discipline reports must be completed every week and then submitted on the CD or notebook portfolio and mailed in to the teacher no later than November 10, 2015.

11. Portfolio Notebook: There will be no final exam. A CD or notebook portfolio containing all class notes, reading reports, small group reports, weekly reports, the devotional reports, retreat reports, and reflection paper will be in place of a final. Also include the Assignment Breakdown. This should be submitted to the instructor by November 10, 2015. Grades will be given based on neatness, order, and completeness. Notebooks should contain all material passed out in class, and all the students’ notes and completed assignments. Be sure to include material from the retreat.

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ASSESSME NT GUI DELI NE S FO R TH R REFLECTIO N PAP ER

Rubric for Reflection Paper

Category Very Good 20, 19 (95%)

18, 17 (85%)

Average 16, 15 (75%)

14, 13 (65%)

Poor 12 (60%) >

Score

Adventist perspective on

spiritual life

Clearly articulates an

Adventist perspective of

intentional spiritual life

Somewhat articulates an Adventist perspective of . . .

A deficient articulation of an Adventist

perspective of . . .

/20

Understanding of devotional

habits

Clearly demonstrates understanding of devotional

habits

Demonstrates some

understanding of devotional

habits

Is quite vague about what constitutes devotional

habits

/20

Personal spiritual practices

This semester intentionally

and consistently

practiced devotional

habits

This semester inconsistently

practiced personal

spiritual habits

This semester was

inconsistent and had very

little intentional devotional

time

/20

Commitment to balanced

living

Reflects on lifestyle and

makes commitment to discipline and

balance

Reflects on lifestyle and

discusses some aspects of

future balanced living

Reflects little on personal life or does not make

commitment to future lifestyle

/20

Evaluation of specific and

overall course experience

Evaluates specific and

overall course experience

Discusses course

experience but with little or no

evaluation

Makes little reference to

course experience

Divide score in

half

/10

Paper presentation

Paper is presented

neatly, with correct

grammar, spelling and punctuation

Paper somewhat

displays neatness,

correct grammar,

spelling and punctuation

Paper poorly displays

neatness, correct

grammar, spelling and punctuation

Divide score in

half

/10

Total

/100

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DSRE541 Foundations of Biblical Spirituality

Devotional Weekly Record and Evaluation

Name __________________________________ Date ________ Report #_____________

Plan for the week:___________________________________________________

Daily Record

I have attended my small group meeting this week _____ Yes _____ No

Day__________________ Time of day ________________ Day’s total time _______________

Activities: ____________________________________________________________________

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Evaluation or experience with God:_________________________________________________

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Day__________________ Time of day ________________ Day’s total time _______________

Activities: ____________________________________________________________________

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Evaluation: ____________________________________________________________________

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Day__________________ Time of day________________ Day’s total time________________

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TOTAL FOR WEEK____________

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Comment or prayer request, prayer answer, praise, or thanksgiving:

DSRE541 Weekly Reading Report

Name _________________________________________ Date __________ Week #______

Book Read:

Time Spent:

Plan:

Summary:

Reflection and Evaluation:

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Assignment Breakdown

(Please fill this out & submit it with your last assignment)

Student’s Name: ___________________________________________________

1. Attendance

1 2 3 4 5 (For five days starting Sunday and ending on Thursday.) 2. Weekly devotion report (Only 10 reports required):

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3. Small groups in class.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 4. Weekly reading report:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I have finished reading the following books (total pages read about 600, total hours required to read them about 30):

The Big Four ______

Steps to Christ ______

Majesty ______

Desire of Ages (Only the last 200 pages) ______

5. The Retreat

□ Yes, I have attended the retreat 6. I was able to fast for one day: _____ Yes _____ No 7. Reflection paper______ Yes, I have handed in the reflection paper 8. Notebook____ Yes, I have turned in the notebook

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SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY

1. General Boa, Kenneth. Conformed to His Image: Biblical and Practical Approaches to Spiritual

Formation. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2001.

Chan, Simon. Spiritual Theology: A Systematic Study of the Christian Life. Downers

Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1998.

Edwards, Tilden. Living in the Presence: Disciplines for the Spiritual Heart. San

Francisco: Harper & Row, 1987.

Foster, Richard. Celebration of Discipline. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1988.

Hull, Bill. Choose the Life. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2004.

Gangel, Kenneth O. & James C. Wilhoit, eds. The Christian Educator’s Handbook on

Spiritual Formation. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 1994.

Kelsey, Morton. Encounter with God. Bethany Fellowship, 1976.

Kidder, S. Joseph. The Big Four, Secrets of a Thriving Church Family. Hagerstown, MD: Review and Herald Pub., 2012.

Lawrenz, Mel. The Dynamics of Spiritual Formation. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books,

2000.

Leech, Kenneth. Experiencing God: Theology as Spirituality. San Francisco: Harper &

Row, 1985.

Maas, Robin, and Gabriel O’Donnell. Spiritual Traditions for the Contemporary

Church. Nashville: Abingdon, 1990.

McNeal, Reggie. A Work of Heart. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2000.

Mulholland, M. Robert Jr. Invitation to a Journey. Downers Grove, IL: IVP, 1993.

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Ortberg, John. The Life You’ve Always Wanted. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan

Publishing House, 1997.

Patterson, Ben. Serving God: The Grand Essentials of Work & Worship. Downers

Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1994.

Peterson, Eugene H. A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an

Instant Society. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1980.

. Working the Angles: The Shape of Pastoral Integrity. Grand Rapids, MI:

William Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1987.

Riggs, Charlie. Learning to Walk With God. Minneapolis: World Wide Publications,

1988.

Whitney, Donald S. Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Colorado Springs, CO:

NavPress, 1991.

Willard, Dallas. The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives.

San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1988.

Willard, Dallas. The Divine Conspiracy. San Francisco: HarperCollins, 1997.

2. Autobiography Devotional Bacovcin, Helen (trans.). The Way of a Pilgrim and The Pilgrim Continues His Way.

Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1978.

Hinson, Glenn (ed.). The Doubleday Devotional Classics Vol. II. Doubleday. (Journals

of George Fox, David Brainerd, and John Woolman), 1978.

Kelly, Thomas R. A Testament of Devotion. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1941.

Lawrence, Brother. The Practice of the Presence of God. Old Tappan, NJ: Fleming H. Revell, 1958.

Watson, David. You Are My God: A Pioneer of Renewal Recounts His Pilgrimage in

Faith. Wheaton, IL: Harold Shaw Publishers: 1983. 3. Temperament and Spirituality

Goldsmith, Malcolm. Knowing Me, Knowing God: Exploring Your Spirituality with

Myers-Briggs. Nashville: Abingdon, 1998. Keating, Charles J. Who We Are Is How We Pray: Matching Personality and

Spirituality. Mystic, CT: Twenty-third Publications, 1987.

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Keirsey, David, and Marilyn Bates. Please Understand Me. Del Mar, CA: Prometheus

Nemesis, 1984.

Oswald, Roy M., and Otto Kroeger. Personality Type and Religious Leadership. New York: The Alban Institute, 1988.

Richardson, Peter Tufts. Four Spiritualities: Expressions of Self, Expressions of Spirit.

Palo Alto, CA: Davies-Black, 1996.

4. Worship Allen, Ronald B., and Gordon Borror. Worship: Rediscovering the Missing Jewel.

Portland, OR: Multnomah, 1982.

Carothers, Merlin. Prison to Praise. Escondido, CA: Merlin R. Carothers, 1970.

Cornwall, E. Judson. Let Us Praise. Logos International, 1983.

Hayford, Jack W. Worship His Majesty. Waco, TX: Word Books, 1987.

Kidder, S. Joseph. Majesty: Experiencing Authentic Worship. Hagerstown, MD: Review

and Herald Publishing Association. 2009

Ortlund, Anne. Up with Worship. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1975.

Webber, Robert E. Worship is a Verb. Waco, TX: Word Books, 1985.

5. Confession and Repentance Augsburger, David W. Helping People Forgive. Louisville, KY: Westminster John

Knox, 1996.

McCullough, Michael E., Steven J. Sandage, Everett L. Worthington Jr. To Forgive is

Human: How to Put Your Past in the Past. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity,

1997.

Miller, J. Keith. A Hunger for Healing: The Twelve Steps as a Classic Model for

Christian Spiritual Growth. New York: HarperCollins, 1991.

Seamands, David A. Healing of Memories. Colorado Springs, CO: ChariotVictor,

1985. Smedes, Lewis B. The Art of Forgiving: When You Need to Forgive and Don’t Know

How. New York: Ballantine Books, 1996.

6. Prayer

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Baillie, John. A Diary of Private Prayer. New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1949.

Barrier, Roger. Listening to the Voice of God: How Your Ministry Can Be Transformed. Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1998.

Bounds, E. M., Power Through Prayer: Preacher and Prayer. Grand Rapids, MI:

Zondervan, 1961.

Duewel, Wesley L. Mighty Prevailing Prayer. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1990.

Engelkemier, Joe. Whatever It Takes Praying: How Our Yes to What God Asks Brings His Yes to What We Ask. Fallbrook, CA: Hart Research Center, 1993.

Foster, Richard J., Prayer: Finding the Heart’s True Home. New York: HarperCollins,

1992.

Hallesby, O. Prayer. Minneapolis: Augsburg Fortress, 1994.

Hybels. Bill. Too Busy Not to Pray: Slowing Down to Be with God. Downers Grove,

IL: InterVarsity Press, 1988.

Jeremiah, David. Prayer: The Great Adventure. Sisters, OR: Multnomah Publishers.

1997.

Shewmake, Carrol Johnson. Practical Pointers to Personal Prayer. Washington, DC:

Review and Herald, 1989.

Linn, Dennis, Matthew Linn, and Sheila Fabricant. Prayer Course for Healing Life’s

Hurts. New York: Paulist, 1983.

Maxwell, Randy. If My People Pray. Boise, ID: Pacific Press Publishing Association,

1995.

Patterson, Ben. Deepening Your Conversation With God: The Life-changing Power of

Prayer. Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1999.

Venden, Morris L. The Answer is Prayer. Boise, ID: Pacific Press Publishing

Association, 1988.

7. Bible Study Dodson, P e t e r . Contemplating t h e W o r d : A P r a c t i c a l H a n d b o o k . Wilton,

C T : Morehouse-Barlow, 1987.

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Heureux, Conrad E. Life Journey and the Old Testament: An Experiential Approach to

the Bible and Personal Transformation. New York: Paulist, 1986.

Mulholland, M. Robert, Jr. Shaped by the Word: The Power of Scripture in Spiritual

Formation. Nashville: The Upper Room, 1985.

Vest, Norvene. Bible Reading for Spiritual Growth. New York: HarperCollins, 1993. Weber, Hans-Reudi. Experiments in Bible Study. Westminster, 1981.

Wink, Walter. Transforming Bible Study. Nashville: Abingdon, 1980.

8. Journaling Canham, Elizabeth. Journaling with Jeremiah. New York: Paulist, 1992.

Cargas, Harry J., and Roger J. Radley. Keeping a Spiritual Journal. Garden City, NY: Nazareth, 1981.

DelBene, Ron, and Herb Montgomery. Alone With God: A Guide for a Personal Retreat. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1984.

Kelsey, M o r t o n T. Adventure I n w a r d : Christian G r o w t h T h r o u g h P e r s o n a l J o u r n a l W r i t i n g . Minneapolis: Augsburg, 1980.

Klug, Ronald. How to Keep a Spiritual Journal. Minneapolis: Augsburg, 1993.

9. Life Style/Simplicity Campolo, Anthony. Ideas for Social Action: A Handbook on Mission and Service for

Christian Young People. El Cajon, CA: Youth Specialties, 1983.

Foster, Richard. Freedom of Simplicity. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1981.

Sider, Ron. Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1984.

Sine, Tom. The Mustard Seed Conspiracy. Dallas: Word, 1981. __ . Wild Hope: Crises Facing the Human Community On the Threshold of the

21st Century. Dallas: Word, 1991.

Swenson, Richard A. M.D. Margin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Overloaded Lives. Colorado Springs, CO: NavPress, 1992.

10. Spiritual Direction

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Byrne, Lavinia, ed. Traditions of Spiritual Guidance. Collegeville, MN: The Liturgical Press, 1990.

Groeschel, Benedict J. Spiritual Passages: The Psychology of Spiritual Development.

New York: Crossroad, 1986.

Kelsey, Morton T. Companions on the Inner Way: The Art of Spiritual Guidance. New York: Crossroads, 1983.

Leech, Kenneth. Soul Friends: A Study of Spirituality. New York: Harper & Row, 1980.

Neufelder, Jerome M., and Mary C. Coelho, ed. Writings on Spiritual Direction: By Great Christian Masters. Minneapolis: The Seabury Press, 1982.

Webster, Douglas D. Finding Spiritual Direction: The Challenge & Joys of

Christian Growth. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1991.

11. Videos Cymbala, Jim. Praise Gathering B 1994 Indianapolis.

Maxwell, John. The Pastor’s Prayer Partners Ministry.

Miller, Keith. A Hunger for Healing: The Twelve Steps as a Classic Model for

Christian Spiritual Growth. Distributed by Christian Family Video, 1878 Firman, Richardson, TX 75081. 800.231.0095.

Ortberg, John and Ruth Haley Barton. An Ordinary Day with Jesus: Experiencing the

Reality of God in Your Everyday Life. Willow Creek Resources, PO Box 3188, Barrington, IL 60011. Wilkinson, Bruce. The Three Chairs B Experiencing

Authentic Growth. Walk Thru the Bible.

CLASS POLIC IES

Academic Integrity “In harmony with the mission statement (p.18), Andrews University expects that students will demonstrate the ability to think clearly for themselves and exhibit personal and moral integrity in every sphere of life. Thus, students are expected to display honesty in all academic matters. Academic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to) the following acts: falsifying official documents; plagiarizing, which includes copying others’ published work, and/or failing to give credit properly to other authors and creators; misusing copyrighted material and/or violating licensing agreements (actions that may result in legal action in addition to disciplinary action taken by the University); using media from any source or medium, including the Internet (e.g., print, visual images, music) with the intent to mislead, deceive or defraud; presenting another’s work as one’s own (e.g. placement exams, homework, assignments); using material during a quiz or examination other than

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those specifically allowed by the teacher or program; stealing, accepting, or studying from stolen quizzes or examination materials; copying from another student during a regular or take-home test or quiz; assisting another in acts of academic dishonesty (e.g., falsifying attendance records, providing unauthorized course materials). Andrews University takes seriously all acts of academic dishonesty. Such acts as described above are subject to incremental discipline for multiple offenses and severe penalties for some offenses. These acts are tracked in the office of the Provost. Repeated and/or flagrant offenses will be referred to the Committee for Academic Integrity for recommendations on further penalties. Consequences may include denial of admission, revocation of admission, warning from a teacher with or without formal documentation, warning from a chair or academic dean with formal documentation, receipt of a reduced or failing grade with or without notation of the reason on the transcript, suspension or dismissal from the course, suspension or dismissal from the program, expulsion from the university, or degree cancellation. Disciplinary action may be retroactive if academic dishonesty becomes apparent after the student leaves the course, program or university.

Departments or faculty members may publish additional, perhaps more stringent, penalties for academic dishonesty in specific programs or courses.” (Current AU Bulletin.)

Class Absences

“Whenever the number of absences exceeds 20% (10% for graduate classes) of the total course appointments, the teacher may give a failing grade. Merely being absent from campus does not exempt the student from this policy. Absences recorded because of late registration, suspension, and early/late vacation leaves are not excused. The class work missed may be made up only if the teacher allows. Three tardies are equal to one absence. Registered students are considered class members until they file a Change of Registration form in the Office of Academic records.” (Current AU Bulletin.)

Class Attendance

“Regular attendance at all classes, laboratories and other academic appointments is required for each student. Faculty members are expected to keep regular attendance records. Whenever the number of absences exceeds 10% of the total course appointments, the teacher may give a failing grade. Merely being absent from campus does not exempt the student from this policy. Absences recorded because of late registration, suspension, and early/late vacation leaves are not excused. The class work missed may be made up only if the teacher allows. Three tardies are equal to one absence.” Current AU Bulletin.)

Disability Accommodations

If you qualify for accommodations under the American Disabilities Act, please see the instructor as soon as possible for referral and assistance in arranging such accommodations.

Excused Absence

“Excuses for absences due to illness are granted by the teacher. Proof of illness is required. Residence hall students are required to see a nurse on the first day of any illness which interferes with class attendance. Non-residence hall students should show written verification of illness obtained from their own physician. Excuses for absences not due to illness are issued directly to the dean’s office. Excused absences do not remove the student’s responsibility to complete all

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requirements of a course. Class work is made up by permission of the teacher.” (Current AU Bulletin.)

Language and Grammar

There is an expectation that a student enrolled in a graduate program possesses advanced written language skills, particularly in the language in which the degree is acquired. Thus, no special consideration will be given to English as a second language learners or native-English speakers who have yet to obtain mastery in written English. Such students are advised to seek the assistance of the campus writing lab or procure the services of an editor prior to the submission of their assignments. Tips for success include reading your assignments aloud and having someone else do likewise prior to submission. This practice will provide you with immediate feedback on your written assignments.

Late Submission of Assessment

All late assessment will incur a 10% per week penalty. Teacher Tardiness

“Teachers have the responsibility of getting to class on time. If a teacher is detained and will be late, the teacher must send a message to the class with directions. If after 10 minutes no message has been received, students may leave without penalty. If teacher tardiness persists, students have the right to notify the department chair, or if the teacher is the department chair, to notify the dean.” (Current AU Bulletin.)

INSTRU CTO R P RO FI LE

Dr. Kidder is a well-recognized authority in the area of

Leadership and Church Growth, discipleship, and spiritual growth.

He has invested his life in the equipping and training of pastors

and the laity. He has written many articles and books on the

subject of discipleship, worship, spiritual growth, leadership, and

church growth.

Dr. S. Joseph Kidder has been teaching at the Seventh-day

Adventist Theological Seminary for the last ten years. Prior to that,

he had over 20 years of successful pastoral work. He has helped

many people come to the Lord and grow in their spiritual walk.

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Dr. Kidder was born in Nineveh, Iraq, and immigrated to the U.S. when he was kicked out of

home and beaten almost to death by his family when he converted to the Adventist faith.

Research/Publications

Scholarly/Professional Publications - Book

Majesty: Experiencing Authentic Worship. Hagerstown, MD: Review & Herald

Publishing Association, 2009.

The Big Four, Secrets of a Thriving Church Life. Hagerstown, MD: Review & Herald

Publishing Association, 2012

Scholarly Publications in the Area of Biblical Studies and History

This Generation in Matthew 24:34. Andrews University Seminary Studies, Autumn 1983,

(21:3), 203-209.

Creeds and Statements of Belief in Early Adventist Thought. Andrews University Seminary

Studies, Spring 2009 (47:1), 101-116.

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Scholarly Publications in the Area of Church Growth

Por Que Algumas Igrejas Crescem. Revista do Anciao, Apr-June 2008, 5.7. The

Power of Relationship in Evangelism. Ministry, April 2008 (80:7), 10-12. Why

Churches Grow. Elder=s Digest, January-March 2009, 4-5.

The Biblical Role of the Pastor. Ministry, April 2009, 19-21.

Beckworth, David, and Kidder, S. Joseph. "Reflections on the Future of the Seventh-day

Adventist Church in North America: The long view of church growth (part 1 of 2)."

Ministry, November 2010. 20-22.

Kidder, S. Joseph. "Reflections on the Future of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North

America: The long view of church growth (part 2 of 2)." Ministry, February 2011. 13-17.

Scholarly Publication in the Area of Spiritual Growth

Beagles, Kathy, Kidder, S. Joseph, and Walshe, Allan. "Formed in Christ." Adventist Review,

August 11, 2011. 18-21.

Living with a Passion for the Presence of God, A Call for Authentic Biblical Spirituality. Published in Encountering God in Life and Mission: A Festschrift Honoring Jon L. Dybdahl. Berrien Springs, MI: Andrews University, 2010. 80-99.

Prayer Is Seeking God’s Presence. Best Practices for Adventist Worship, September

2010. Accessed January 10, 2012. http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs033/

1101578508634/archive/1103601495701.html#WorshipAndPrayer

Scholarly Research in the Area of Ellen G. White Studies

A review of Ellen G. White=s book Christian Service to be published by the GC of the SDA Church

in the upcoming Adventist Encyclopedia.

A review of Ellen G. White=s book Testimonies to Ministers to be published by the GC of the

SDA Church in the upcoming Adventist Encyclopedia.

A review of Ellen G. White’s book Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers, 1923, 544 pp, to

be published by the GC of the SDA Church in the upcoming Adventist Encyclopedia.

Popular Publications

Escape from Iraq, Part 1. New England Pastor, March-April 2008, 9-12.

Escape from Iraq, Part 2. New England Pastor, May-June 2008, 10-12.

Challenged by the Truth. Review& Herald, February 15, 2007, vol. 155, 26-29.

Watching for His Return. Gleaner, February 3, 1007, (92:3), 5.

Hated, Beaten, and Spat Upon, He is Alive, April-August 1991 (2:4), 11-15.

Elders Digest Articles

Kidder, S. Joseph. "Intimacy with the Almighty." Elder's Digest, April/June 2011. 30-31.

Kidder, S. Joseph. "Restore Your Spiritual Passion." Elder's Digest, April/September 2011. 30.

Kidder, S. Joseph. "How to Have a Personal Revival." Elder's Digest, October/November 2011.

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Kidder, S. Joseph. "Maximizing Your Effectiveness." Elder's Digest, January/March 2012.

30.