This seminar compares various worldviews’ assumptions about the nature of man and draws the logical conclusions. This lecture demonstrates the uniqueness of Christianity and the bankruptcy of political, legal, and ethical systems based on the assumption that man is basically good.

A systematic comparison of the New Age movement with Christianity, based on David A. Noebel’s Understanding the Times chart. Explains the New Age worldview with regard to theology, philosophy, ethics, biology, psychology, sociology, law, politics, economics, and history.

A discussion that encourages students to defend their Christian worldview and question the foundations of the New Age worldview. Students talk with the discussion leader (masquerading as a proponent of the New Age view) about reincarnation, the occult, the veracity of Scripture, the nature of man, sociology, etc.

This introduction to apologetics starts by pointing out that every worldview is fundamentally religious. Although secularists behave as though some worldviews require faith and some are purely rational, the fact remains that everyone makes faith assumptions. This lecture explores the faith required to embrace atheism while encouraging students to ask atheists and other non-Christians to defend what they believe.

A systematic comparison of Christianity with non-Christian worldviews with regard to seven categories: views of man, God, the universe, truth, morality, the family, and politics. Introduces students to some of the most influential worldview leaders, and provides practical instruction about the virtues that flow from a Christian worldview and the vices that flow from non-Christian views. Arms students with an apologetic for their faith.

This discussion encourages students to cast aside the “artistic relativism” taught in most schools, recognizing that God is either pleased or displeased with specific works of art (Philippians 4:8). Students seek to discover God’s definition of art, and then apply that to all fields: music, dance, theater, visual arts, literature, etc. Concepts such as cultural literacy and the role of the art consumer are discussed.

It's crucial for Christians to understand that their belief about the nature of man differs from every other worldview—but there is more to the nature of man than our inherent sinfulness. Man is also made in the image of God, which has serious implications for the sanctity of life, our attitudes about immigration and over-population, and our economic models. Is wealth primarily tied to resources, so that the only reason America prospers is because of her natural abundance? Or is wealth primarily a creation of the human mind? The Christian response reinforces the dignity of every human being.

Effective apologetics begins with understanding the distinction between Christianity and the world. This seminar compares various worldviews’ assumptions about the nature of man and draws the logical conclusions. Based on an analogy between Jekyll and Hyde and Frankenstein’s monster and the two possible beliefs about the nature of man, this lecture demonstrates the uniqueness of Christianity and the bankruptcy of political, legal, and ethical systems based on the assumption that man is basically good.

This introductory lecture will help students understand the scope and significance of worldview. Beginning with the story of Patrick carrying the gospel to Ireland (and relying heavily on story throughout), Worldviews 101 defines terms, emphasizes the importance of taking every thought captive for Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5), and identifies the four categories of worldviews.

A practical lesson about developing your relationship with God. After trusting Christ as Savior, the most important decision a Christian can make is spending time developing his or her relationship with God. Provides basic guidelines for developing this relationship through prayer, Bible study, and seeking God’s will, and then suggests specific Bible study methods for morning devotions.

There’s a real movement within homeschooling toward classical education—not surprising, since home educators already assume the three central tenets of classical education! Come to this seminar to learn why classical education is compatible with homeschooling, and how you can enhance your student’s love for learning when you consciously embrace the classical model.

What makes a book a great book? This class answers that question, allowing you to make educated assessments rather than relying on oft-misguided booklists. In the course of this discussion, you will learn about the significant role of values in literature and authors’ unconscious reliance on moral absolutes. In addition, Jeff will introduce his list of the top ten “must read” classics.

A call to leadership, teaching students to lead others by following Christ. Students learn that by making the right life-decisions, their lives can become an apologetic for the truth of Christianity. Decisions include: relationship with Christ, marriage, career, friends, response to suffering, education, etc. Servant leadership is contrasted with self-serving leadership.