Integration of Spiritual Formation in Higher Education Courses

Many seminaries aim to provide students with a theological education designed to gain a greater understanding of God and His Word. This article argues that to the same extent that students need biblical and theological knowledge, they also need knowledge of how to apply the information to mature in Christ. The research presents an educational and biblical rationale for incorporating key aspects of spiritual formation into a curricular design. The intent is to introduce readers to these aspects, alongside andrological strategies and methods, to produce students who develop lifelong learning skills that will deepen and mature them in Christ.

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Christian Education Journal Research on Educational Ministry
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2024-11-26
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https://doi.org/10.1177/07398913241302839
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Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology
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Integration of Spiritual Formation in Higher Education Courses

Melina W. Rabon
Christian Education Journal Research on Educational Ministry
Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology
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Integration of Spiritual Formation in Higher Education Courses

Melina W. Rabon
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Abstract

Many seminaries aim to provide students with a theological education designed to gain a greater understanding of God and His Word. This article argues that to the same extent that students need biblical and theological knowledge, they also need knowledge of how to apply the information to mature in Christ. The research presents an educational and biblical rationale for incorporating key aspects of spiritual formation into a curricular design. The intent is to introduce readers to these aspects, alongside andrological strategies and methods, to produce students who develop lifelong learning skills that will deepen and mature them in Christ.

Christian Education Journal Research on Educational MinistryVol. 21(3)
Columbia International University (US)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 72%
Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology
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