There are multiple resources available for all students which are open at all times. Staff and students have access to all of these by self-enrollment. The Resource Category has many valuable items. The self-enrollment resources include video tutorials on using Moodle. Video training includes using Word, Open Office, and Google Docs. A Sample Course is open to self-enrollment for those needing to practice uploading documents. The Special Information and Announcements course contains the staff contact and a practice quiz. Investigate the resources available to you. They will be beneficial. Instructions for using Moodle are located in the Resource section at https://sffwbc.org/moodle39/mod/resource/view.php?id=372
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Building our lives on God's promises. This book is about how to overcome difficult circumstances by keeping your focus on the hope found in the promises of Scripture.
- Teacher: Judy Harris
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- Teacher: Glenda Gibbs
Old Testament Survey II is one of the required courses in the Associate of Theology Degree Program. It covers the second half of the study of the Old Testament, Job through Malachi. In clear and concise language, What the Bible is All About, Bible Handbook gives an excellent overview and understanding of every book covered in the course.
TEXTBOOKS: WHAT THE BIBLE IS ALL ABOUT, Bible Handbook, Author: Dr. Henrietta C. Mears
HOLY BIBLE, KJV.
In addition to completing the online homework, students must write summaries of three of the books covered in the semester. Students must also learn part two of the Old Testament books (Job through Malachi) with the correct spelling.
- Teacher: Glenda Gibbs
- Teacher: Karen Carr
- Teacher: Judy Harris
An in-depth study of the New Testament Book of Romans
The Five Crowns Series is a study of the teachings found in the New Testament concerning this subject. It was part of a broader study entitled The Kingdom of God Series. The Five Crowns are a standalone study created to enrich the study of Christians' rewards at the coming of Christ.
- Teacher: Karen Carr
- Teacher: Judy Harris
This course is for those doing ministry as their Independent Study.
- Teacher: Judy Harris
- Teacher: Glenda Gibbs
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Level One is an introductory, experiential program focused on professional education for ministry through supervised clinical practice. Course description: Clinical Pastoral Education Level I introduces students to the practice of spiritual care and clinical settings, such as hospitals, hospices, and other healthcare environments, as well as ministry to the incarcerated. This interface program brings participants – typically theological students and those preparing for ministry – into supervised encounters with people experiencing crisis, illness, grief, or other life challenges. Through hands-on ministry, reflective practice, peer feedback, and guidance from board-certified chaplains and supervisory educators, students develop a foundational awareness of themselves as caregivers, deepen their understanding of theological and psychosocial dynamics and caregiving, build basic competencies, and provide spiritual support. The program emphasizes the action – reflection – action model: students engage in direct pastoral care. (Minimal 210 Clinical hours), reflect on these experiences through written forums; these are verbatim accounts of pastoral interactions, case studies, group seminars, individual supervision, and didactic sessions, totaling approximately 190 educational hours for a total of at least 400 hours per unit. Learning occurs in a small peer group where participants provide mutual support, critique, and insight. Key focus areas include pastoral formation: exploring personal identity, religious heritage, self-awareness, and how life experiences shape one's approach to ministry.
Pastoral competence: developing foundational skills in initiating pastoral relationships, active listening, empathetic presence, spiritual assessment, and appropriate interventions in crises.
Pastoral reflection: using theological reflection, behavioral sciences, and feedback to integrate experience with faith, enhancing self-understanding, and relational dynamics.
At the end of CPE Level I, students typically achieve outcomes such as articulating their pastoral identity, recognizing personal strengths and growth areas, providing basic spiritual care, and reflecting critically on ministry encounters. Successful completion of level I outcomes prepares students for advanced training. This course fosters personal and professional growth in a supportive, diverse learning community open to participants from various faith traditions. It is ideal for those seeking to enhance pastoral skills, explore chaplaincy, or integrate care into their ministry.
- Teacher: Karen Carr
- Teacher: Becky Flach
Text Book: HOW WE GOT THE BIBLE. Author: Neil Lightfoot (3rd Edition)
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How old are the earliest Biblical manuscripts?
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How has the Bible been preserved and transmitted to us?
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Why do we have so many different translations of the Bible?
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How did early Christians decide which writings to include in the Bible?
How we got the Bible provides well researched, accessible answers to many questions like these.
This course covers the second half of the text book.
Required Writing: Isaiah Manuscript
- Teacher: Sandra Bradley
This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.
Each unit consists of unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.
- Teacher: Sue Young
This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.
Each unit consists of the unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.
- Teacher: Sandra Bradley
- Teacher: Karen Carr
Students receive introductory information to New Testament Greek.
Learn the Greek Alphabet
Learn Vowels and Diphthongs
Learn Greek Verbs
Learn Greek Nouns
Resource helps for the student body and the staff. Online Bible, writing assignment helps, scanning app and other useful apps for phones and tablets as well as computers can be found here.
The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.
- Teacher: Karen Carr
- Teacher: Glenda Gibbs
This course contains videos specific to SGTS as well as general-purpose videos.
This course contains YouTube videos helpful in using Moodle, Grammarly as well as help for writing assignments. There are videos for using Google Docs, Open Office, and one for Word. For anyone needing help creating and formatting documents, these videos will be beneficial.
The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff. For it show up on the dashboard self-enrollment will be necessary.
- Teacher: Karen Carr
- Teacher: Glenda Gibbs
This course will consist of devotionals written by Dr. James Maynor. They are for encouragement and are meant to be a blessing to the readers.
The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.
At Southwest Georgia Theological Seminary, we are concerned about the spiritual condition of every man. Leading men, women, and children to a more meaningful and deeper relationship with Jesus Christ is the foundation of all our goals. Isaiah 53: 5 states, "He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed". Walking on a road that leads to quality spirituality for ourselves first and then for others is at the heart of all we are trying to accomplish. Spiritual health is as real and necessary as physical health and mental health. Spiritual health involves our soul, our emotions, and our thinking. We often view our healthy spirituality on our cultural and ethnic backgrounds and our faith practices. The journey to go deeper within is what I believe is the heart of true spirituality, confession, and communion with God. Care for our spiritual health is tied to everything we are as human beings. We are connected within ourselves; all we are is bound together, including our spiritual health and well-being. God often asked questions of his people. His first question to man was, Adam, where are you? Not that God didn't know exactly where he was and why he was hiding. God wanted Adam to look within himself, to go deeper. In the Bible, God posed questions to mankind to deepen their understanding of who He is, who they were, and where they were spiritually. As Christians, we look to our faith and God's love to help ourselves and others.
Life is often difficult and filled with pain and grief. Even ministers can find themselves in spiritual distress. As leaders, we shy away from reaching out to talk to others, afraid of being judged, betrayed, and embarrassed. However, we all need a listening ear occasionally and a compassionate heart to reach back to us in love. With this thought in mind, we are establishing a ministry of presence at SGTS. It is called Southwest Georgia Theological Seminary Chaplaincy Center for Spiritual Care and is available with guest access. All information will be private and confidential. Make an appointment today with one of our chaplains. Reach out and take advantage of this new opportunity. Let's see what God will do.
Sincerely,
Dr. Karen Carr
- Teacher: Karen Carr