Morningview Baptist Church

The Morningview Institute of Theology is a lay-theological institute that meets Sunday evenings from 5:00 pm until 6:15 pm during the school year. It offers ten week courses on the Bible, formal theology, church history, and practical Christian ministry and life. Students who complete six courses from each of the three M.I.T. circles depicted below (for a total of eighteen courses) will be given a lay-theological training certificate. We invite you to join us as we study!

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the purpose M.I.T.?:
  M.I.T. exists to train believers in biblical, systematic, historical, and practical theology for the purpose of equipping them to live faithfully before God and others in every sphere of life (individual, home, church, school, work, and public).
• What is M.I.T.?
  M.I.T. is our adult discipleship ministry. After completing a total of 18 courses, 6 from each of the three categories, including (1) the theology core, (2) biblical and historical foundations, and (3) life and ministry applications, students will receive a certificate of lay theological training.
• Who can participate?
  Anyone from senior high to senior adult is welcome to participate.
• When is it offered?
  Three quarters of the year (fall, winter, spring) on Sunday nights from 5:00 until 6:15 pm. Each quarter lasts ten weeks.
• What is expected of me?
  Faithful attendance. In order to receive credit for a course, you may not miss more than 3 classes per quarter. You are also expected to complete weekly assignments, come to class with an eagerness to study God’s Word, and become more Christ-like in your everyday walk.
• Is there a cost?
  Not for the course itself, just for the textbook.
• Where do I purchase my book?
  Books will be sold through our Aletheia center, but they may also be purchased at local Christian bookstores or via the internet.
• Is registration required?
  Yes. In order to participate in the course, you must pre-register. This helps us to select classrooms appropriate to class size. Please pre-register!
• How do I register?
  Prior to each quarter of M.I.T., there will be an insert in the Sunday morning bulletin describing the courses and providing an opportunity to register. Just complete and return the insert form to the church or call the church office.

M.I.T. Course Descriptions Spring 2010

Dates: March 21 – June 13
Times: Sunday Evenings 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm

Parenting Young Children 300

Instructor: Jim Smith

Textbook: Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp

Room: 329 (Adult 3)

Are you a first time parent, or are you the parent of young children? If so, this is the class for you! Scripture is full of practical and detailed instruction about how parents ought to teach their children the gospel of Jesus Christ. Learn what the Bible teaches about how to train young children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.

The Doctrine of God (Special Elective) 200

Instructor: Jon English Lee

Textbook: The Attributes of God by A.W. Pink

Room: 322 (Adult 1)

What is the nature of God? What is He like? The most important thing about a person is what he believes about God.  This course will cover attributes such as the knowledge of God, the supremacy of God, the power of God, and the love of God.  Come learn what the Bible reveals about the nature and character of our great God.

Theology of Missions 300

Instructor: Judd Hough

Textbook: Let the Nations be Glad by John Piper and Mission in the Old Testament by Walt Kaiser

Room: 321 (New Members Room)

Do you want to learn about God’s heart for the nations? From cover to cover, the Bible declares that God’s purpose is to redeem a people for Himself from every tribe and tongue to display the fullness of His own glory. God invites and commands us to call others from every people group to worship Him joyfully! Come learn what the Bible teaches about the vital importance of missions.

Biblical Theology 102

Instructor: Tom Hicks, Jr

Textbook: According to Plan by Graeme Goldsworthy

Room: 331 (Adult 4)

Have you ever wondered how the Bible fits together as a unified whole? The Bible is a single book with a single story running through it. Part two of biblical theology will work through the Bible, beginning with Exodus and working through the rest of the Scriptures, showing that Jesus Christ and redemption in Him is the Bible’s main theme!

NOTE: To get a certificate of lay theological education, you need six 100 level courses, six 200 level courses, and six 300 level courses for a total of eighteen courses. Following this approach will balance your studies.