THIS COURSE IS CANCELLED FOR SUMMER 2006

MO511/611: From Renewal to Revival (4 units)

Pablo A. Deiros, Professor of History of Mission
Summer 2006 Pasadena

DESCRIPTION:

A process of spiritual renewal is discernible in many parts of the Christian world these days. However, spiritual renewal is not an end in itself. It should continue into a deep movement of revival, in which the Gospel is proclaimed to every creature. How to move from renewal to revival? Which are the steps to guide a renewed church to become a church aflame in revival? These are some of the questions that this course attempts to answer.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: The student will be encouraged to

• develop a clear understanding of the concepts and experiences of spiritual renewal and revival,
• develop an interpretation of present-day experiences of renewal and revival,
• develop the capacity of being involved in a hands-on experience of revival.

COURSE FORMAT: The course is a two-week intensive and will be developed through lectures, basic research projects, extensive readings, and class discussions.

REQUIRED READING: If you have previously read any of the required texts, please select an alternative text approved by the instructor.

Cox, Harvey. Fire from Heaven. Reading, Mass.: Addison-Wesley, 1995. (346pp).
Damazio, Frank. Seasons of Revival: Understanding the Appointed Times of Spiritual Refreshing. Portland, OR: BT Publishing, 1996. (409pp).
Lloyd-Jones, Martyn. Revival. Wheaton, Ill: Crossway Books, 1997. (316pp).
Lovelace, Richard F. Dynamics of Spiritual Life. Downers Grove, Ill.: Inter-Varsity Press, 1979.(455pp).
Silvoso, Ed. That None Should Perish: How to Reach Entire Cities for Christ Through Prayer Evangelism. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1994. (295pp).
Town, Elmer L., and Neil T. Anderson. Rivers of Revival. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1997. (350pp).
Wagner, C. Peter. The Apostolic Churches. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1998.
Wagner, C. Peter. Churchquake! Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1999. (276pp).
Wagner, C. Peter and Pablo A. Deiros, eds. The Raising Revival. Ventura, CA: Renew, 1998. (228pp).
Wagner, Rob. Prepare for Revival. London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1995 (178pp).
White, John. When the Spirit Comes With Power: Signs and Wonders Among God’s People. Downers Grove, Ill: InterVarsity Press, 1988 (251pp).

ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Attendance and participation in class are required.
2. Read a total of 1,500 pages from the Required Reading and Selected Bibliography, and submit a signed reading report.
3. Write a research paper of 5000 to 6250 words on any of the issues listed in the Syllabus, incorporating a written response to the question, “Lord, what do you want me to do?” into the conclusion of the paper.

PREREQUISITES: None.

RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: Elective.

FINAL EXAM: None.

Last Date Edited: March 21, 2006