المقرر: MIN 330 - Spiritual Warfare (3 Credits)

Spiritual Warfare (3 Credits)

Spiritual Warfare (3 Credits)

Dr. Bruce Ballast

🧭 Course Description

This course explores the biblical, theological, historical, and practical dimensions of spiritual warfare, equipping Christian leaders to recognize and engage in the unseen battle between the Kingdom of God and the forces of darkness. Through in-depth video teachings, academic readings, and practical Bible studies, students will examine how spiritual warfare manifests in personal lives, local ministries, and global contexts. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and Ministry Sciences, this course challenges leaders to stand firm in Christ, exercise discernment, and apply the armor of God with boldness, humility, and love.

Dr. Bruce Ballast guides learners through key topics such as the origin of spiritual warfare, Satan’s strategies, spiritual authority, deliverance, generational curses, strategic-level warfare, and the healing of wounded souls. The course culminates in a comprehensive framework for living and ministering victoriously in contested territory.

🎯 Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Articulate a biblical worldview of spiritual warfare, including key passages and theological themes.
Trace the historical development of the doctrine of Satan and spiritual warfare from early Christianity to the postmodern era.
Identify and evaluate the strategies and schemes of the enemy, both in individual and systemic expressions.
Explain and apply the full armor of God (Ephesians 6) in practical ministry settings.
Differentiate between mental health issues and demonic oppression, using a Ministry Sciences-informed dual diagnosis framework.
Understand defensive and offensive weapons of spiritual warfare, including prayer, Scripture, fasting, and intercession.
Develop strategies for personal resilience and holiness in the face of spiritual attack, especially for leaders in vulnerable ministry roles.
Demonstrate knowledge of strategic-level warfare, including power encounters, spiritual mapping, and the engagement of territorial spirits.
Build frameworks for inner healing and restoration, including the pastoral care of survivors of trauma and spiritual bondage.
Live and minister with Christ-centered confidence, knowing that spiritual warfare is fought from a place of victory, not fear.

Course Structure & Requirements

Resources: All course content is provided through readings and video lectures.
Assignments:
- Watch all video lectures.
- Complete all required readings.
- Take quizzes based on lectures and readings (100% of the grade).

Grading Scale

Letter Grade	Percent Value (%)	Quality Points Value
A	93-100	4.0
A-	90-92	3.7
B+	87-89	3.3
B	83-86	3.0
B-	80-82	2.7
C+	77-79	2.3
C	73-76	2.0
C-	70-72	1.7
D+	67-69	1.3
D	63-66	1.0
D-	60-62	0.7
F	0-59	0.0

Note: A minimum average of 60% is required to pass the course. Otherwise, you will fail and receive no credit.

Course Deadline

You have 180 days to complete the course.
All assignments must be submitted before the deadline.
If the deadline is missed, you will be administratively withdrawn and all coursework will be removed.
To receive credit, you will need to re-enroll and re-start the course.

Final Feedback Survey

The last activity will ask for your feedback regarding the course. As you study and watch videos, please take note of any suggestions or issues to help improve this course for future students.