OCC 2018-19 Academic Catalog

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honest and caring with one another. Trusting in the Power of God and Seeking the Glory of God (1 Corinthians 4:20; Isaiah 42:8) We are absolutely and utterly dependent upon God. The work is too great for human resources. We pursue excellence, knowing all glory is God’s and any accomplishment is of him. Atmosphere of Grace, Trust, and Freedom (Romans 15:7; 1 Peter 4:10) We accept one another as imperfect people saved by the grace of God. Mutual trust, based on our commitment to the Lord, guides our relationships. We desire each person to have freedom to develop God-given gifts. Restoring Biblical Christianity (John 17:21) We are committed to teaching and practicing biblical Christianity, believing it is central to unity among believers for evangelization of the world. Worship in Spirit and Truth (John 4:23-24) We want to foster spiritual health through genuine worship, both personal and public. Worship is for God’s glory, exhortation from his Word and edification of the community of faith.

OUR ACADEMIC MISSION The academic mission of Ozark Christian College is to educate and equip students to become like Christ and serve Christ in leadership ministry.

OUR LEARNING GOAL Graduates will be biblically grounded, spiritually matured, culturally engaged, and vocationally prepared. Biblically grounded students will know and value the content of the Bible as well as the principles of its study and application. Students will integrate this instruction to form the foundation of a comprehensive and cohesive worldview informing all aspects of life. Spiritually matured students will develop their personal faith and devotion. They will grow in their knowledge and appreciation of God and will see their lives in relation to his purposes. Furthermore, they will ACADE M I C CATALOG 2018

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