Personal Enrichment Courses – Online
Colorado Theological Seminary (CTS) understands that not all Christians have the desire to put the time and effort into earning a degree in a Christian discipline. CTS has heard these requests and has responded by creating the Online Personal Enrichment Program.
The student entirely prepays the program. No refund will be made available. An application for enrollment into the seminary is not required and neither is the application fee. No academic credit will be granted, and a transcript will not be made available.
Enhancement: Bimodal learning is now available. You may read and listen to your course with our new ReadSpeaker program now embedded into your course. This enhances learning and is great for English as a second language or for individuals with vision impairment.
Course Requirements
Once you have ordered your course, you will receive an email invitation to the course. Follow the sign-on instructions—introductory price of $39.95 each.
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PE610 – A Harmony of the Gospels
This course parallels the four gospels and treats them as a whole. It uses the gospels to tell a chronological order in the Life of Jesus. The topics included in this commentary are: Overall contents and introduction, The Preparation of Jesus, The Ministry of Jesus, and the Consummation.
PE610 – A Harmony of the Gospels
This course parallels the four gospels and treats them as a whole. It uses the gospels to tell a chronological order in the Life of Jesus. The topics included in this commentary are: Overall contents and introduction, The Preparation of Jesus, The Ministry of Jesus, and the Consummation.
PE671 – The Book of Revelation
This course gives a detailed look at the Book of Revelation. It discusses the book chapter by chapter. It gives vital information on the things that were, the things that are and the things that will be hereafter. The commentary discusses: The sealed book, Daniel’s seventieth week, the six trumpets, the vials of wrath, the doom of Babylon and the return of Christ.
PE553 – A Survey of the History of Israel
This course is a study of Israel, its birth, development into a nation and subjugation as a nation. It defines God’s Theocratic Rule and Israel under the Rule of Man. It gives the chronology of the patriarchs and the chronology of Israel in the wilderness. King Saul, King David and King Solomon are discussed at length and the division of Israel into two kingdoms.
PE510 – The Life of Moses
This course is a detailed look at the life of Moses. It teaches of his early life and his burning bush experience. It outlines God’s will for the Israeli people and the giving of the Torah. Other topics of this course include: Pharaoh’s attempt at compromise, Handling discouragement, the Red Sea Experience, overcoming bitterness and following instructions.
PE532 – The Believer’s Anointing
This course discusses the five anointings; The Prophet, The Priest, The King, The Leper and The Messianic. It gives the characteristics of each anointing and gives the overall view of how the first four are a culmination in the Messianic Anointing.
PE521 – The Tabernacle of Moses
This course is a detailed look at the Tabernacle in the wilderness and it furnishings. It defines many of the Tabernacles symbols and gives the believer a clear look at the Messiah from an Old Testament perspective. The Breast plate is especially discusses in light of prophecy and messianic pictures.
PE660 – Understanding Prayer
This course gives advanced information of the prayer life of the Believer as well as those specifically called into the ministry. It explains how prayer is pictured and personified for us. It deals with understanding the source of prayer and the purpose of prayer. Intercessory prayer is discussed in detail and the prayer life of Paul is given as an example for us to follow. The course discusses praying in tongues as a form of spiritual warfare.
PE540 – The Letters of Peter
This course is an examination of the Letters of the Apostle Peter and his concerns about false doctrines. Each of the Peterist books being with a detailed outline and discusses the key chapters and verses that lend to define each of the letters that were given to the young church.
PE651 – Building Strong Leaders
This course deals with the need for mature Christians. It discusses the characteristics of true leaders and how to develop that characteristic in the Body of Christ. Some of the topics discussed in this commentary are: Church Discipline, Spiritual Burnout, Biblical Counseling, Stewardship, Tithing, and the Ordained Christian Life.
PE610 – A Harmony of the Gospels
This course parallels the four gospels and treats them as a whole. It uses the gospels to tell a chronological order in the Life of Jesus. The topics included in this commentary are: Overall contents and introduction, The Preparation of Jesus, The Ministry of Jesus, and the Consummation.
PE620 – The Life of Christ
This course deals specifically with the life of Jesus. It follows his life from birth to his resurrection and ascension. It compares the four gospels in helping the Believer gain a historical as well as a spiritual look at Jesus’ life. Some of the highlights in the course are: His early life, The Temptation, Judea and Galilee, His miracles, Training Disciples and His trials.
PE671 – Book of Revelation
This course gives a detailed look at the Book of Revelation. It discusses the book chapter by chapter. It gives vital information on the things that were, the things that are and the things that will be hereafter. The commentary discusses: The sealed book, Daniel’s seventieth week, the six trumpets, the vials of wrath, the doom of
PE520 – The Holy Spirit
This course in pneumatology defines the works and teachings of the Holy Spirit in relationship to the Messianic Kingdom of God. The course defines the Trinity, the personality of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit‘s works in the Old Testament, Baptism in the Holy Spirit and the Nine Spiritual Gifts.
PE533 – Spiritual Warfare
This course deals with overcoming conflict that is caused by the demonic realm. It gives us information on how Jesus dealt with demons, How our decisions can be a form of warfare, Spiritual Management, Mind Management and Weapons of our Warfare.
PE540 – The Psalms, Book One
This course gives a detailed view of Psalms one through Psalms forty-two. It discusses the thoughts and methods used by the psalmist as well as the timeless meanings of the texts. It gives a modern perspective on the psalms from the historical past.
PE560 – Religions of the World
This course is a comprehensive study of world religions including false cults in comparison to Christianity. It discusses the aspects of Secular Religions and Non-Christian Religions. The formation of cults and the occult are discussed in detail to give the Believer information on how to recognize that which strays from the Christian faith.
PE542 – Epistle to the Hebrews
This course is an extensive study of the Letter written to the Messianic Jews, demonstrating the pillars of Ancient Judaism with a comparison to the Book of Leviticus. It gives a verse by verse commentary and historical interpretation of the book. Some specific topics discussed in the course are: Revelation of the Son, A Sabbath Rest for God’s People, the High Priest of the New Covenant, and the Hall of Faith.
PE655 – How to Grow in Faith
This course discusses the origin and kinds of faith. It gives a detailed explanation of what faith really is and how to cause faith to grow in the Believer. It discusses myths of faith and what scripture has to say about trials and faith, kinds of faith, hindrances of faith and the necessity of faith. It gives examples of to walk in faith with God.
PE506 – The Book of James
This course is an in-depth look at James, which looks at the use of the tongue and the wisdom of the Old Testament to First Century Believers. The course outlines James verse by verse and gives great perspectives on Faith in Trials, Patience in Trials, and Being a Doer of the Word of God.
PE520 – New Testament Survey 3
This course gives an overall survey of Galatians through the Book of Revelations. Each book is outlined and discusses the overall message of the book. It gives vital historical information to help the student create a timeline of events to aid in understanding the Bible better.
PE660 – The Fruit and Gifts of the Spirit
This course deals with characteristics of the Believer that is on his way to maturity. It discusses each of the Fruit of the Spirit and how they should be cultivated and nurtured in the life of the Believer. The second part of the course discusses the Gifts of the Spirit. The commentary discusses the aspect that the gifts are still for Believer’s today. It discusses each gift in detail and gives information on how to recognize and use those gifting.
PE640 – Covenants
This course discusses all of the Old Testament Covenants and how the culminate in the Messianic Covenant and have viable information for us in today’s society. The true biblical definition of the word “covenant” is discussed and how it relates to our modern world today. It also compares the word covenant from both the Old and New Testament perspective.
PE645 – The Epistles of John
This course gives a detailed look at books written by John the Beloved. It sheds light on all major points and gives commentary on each chapter separately. Each book begins will an outline and a short overall survey and then proceeds to give detail spiritual and historical data.
PE650 – Integrity
This course targets the need for integrity as a Believer. It described the qualities of God that should be found in anyone who feels called into the ministry. Topics included in the course are: Conviction, Falsehoods, Accountability, Integrity of Heart, character and Family, and Becoming a person of discernment.
PE685 – The Messiah and the Feasts of the Lord
This course deals specifically with the Feasts of the Lord and Messiah’s relationship to them. It gives an overall view of the biblical calendar. The pilgrimage feasts are discussed as a unit and then each of the eight festivals are discussed in detail and spiritual symbolism is given for each feast.
PE627 – The Jewishness of Jesus
This course reveals the characteristics of Jesus in his daily life as a Jew. It introduces some of the prophecies that must be filled by the candidate of Messiah. It gives a historical perspective of the life and times of Jesus explaining what was going on politically during the first century. It discusses Rabbinic Hermeneutics and the Kingdom of God. The latter part of the course gives an overview of the Feasts of the Lord.
PE522 – Principles of Leadership
This course emphasizes the need for leadership in the ministry. It discusses how to be proactive for the Gospel. Being a team player is one of the strongest topics of this course. To be a team player one must: Be adaptable, have commitment, be able to communicate and be disciplined.
PE638 – Exposing the Devil’s Lair
This course deals with the occult and how the Believer should stand against it. It gives insight on warfare and witchcraft. It gives definitions, terminology and symbolism of the occult. The Satanic ritual calendar is discussed and has an informative chapter on the abuses and signs of the occult.
PE520 – Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
This course outlines the roles and responsibilities in the life of the Believer. It discusses having an effective biblical ministry, prayer partners, altar attendants and the need for security in the churches today. This course will give important tips on how to establish an efficient and prosperous ministry.