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We study the Bible together
> Each morning begins with the word of God and prayer as a student gives an exposition.
> A series of in-depth studies of Bible books. In recent years these have included Exodus, Deuteronomy, Isaiah, Job, Romans, 1 Corinthians, Galatians, 1 and 2 Timothy, James, Revelation.
> A course in Bible Basics, including basic facts about the Bible, the shape of the Bible, Bible history and geography, and a Bible overview to tie our studies into a proper Biblical Theology.
> A course in Old Testament themes.
We study principles of biblical preaching
> A foundation course in Principles of Expository Preaching.
> A course on Principles of Exposition that runs throughout the year, working at how to preach different genres of Bible book such as the gospels, New Testament letters, Old Testament prophecy etc
We expound Bible passages
This is done in small groups with constructive criticism from a staff member or experienced minister. The groups can take the form of:
> 'Gobbet' groups where short passages of Scripture are examined to determine their meaning in context.
> Preaching groups where a student gives a full practice talk
We study Christian doctrine
There is a course on Evangelical essentials
We take two practical ministry streams
These focus on practical skills in particular areas of ministry, and input is provided by visiting ministers with proven experience. The streams are:
> The Pastor-Teacher
> Youth and Children's Work
> Women's Ministries
> Evangelism, Church Planting and Cross Cultural Mission
What else does Cornhill offer?
> The challenge of applying the Bible across cultures, with students from around the world.
> Fellowship with others wanting to serve Christ in the ministry of the Word and prayer.
> Access to visiting ministers and the teaching staff.
> A mission week in UK and sometimes overseas churches.
> A developing library.
> Optional classes in New Testament Greek.
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