Degree Completion - Courses
O.T. Pentateuch
A study of the five books of Moses, with emphasis upon Genesis, Exodus, the institutions of Israel and the history of the nation in its formative period. Special emphasis will be made to help the student understand the geography of the Near East.
How to Study, Understand, and Apply the Bible
This course includes both basic hermeneutics and Bible study methods. It is a study of the formation of the Bible and a survey of the principles and practice (methods) of independent Bible study, including an emphasis on grammatical-historical interpretation of the Bible and an overview of the Bible.
N.T. Gospels
An inductive study of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John with cross-references to other Scriptures to explain the early life, ministry, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Introduction to Philosophy & Christian Thought
An introduction to Western thought focusing on the role and function of philosophy as it relates to worldviews and understanding the fundamental uses of critical thinking as means for evaluating the various worldview claims.
N.T. Acts & Pauline Letters
A study of the history of the beginnings of the Christian church as described in the book of Acts, and the letters written by the Apostle Paul with special emphasis given to the student’s use of correct hermeneutical principles and procedures. Personal application of Scripture will be stressed.
History of Christianity
A study of the history of Christendom from apostolic to modern times with special attention to periods of growth and decline, doctrines and heresies, effect on society, and the development of denominations.
Doctrine of Christ, Salvation, Humanity & Sin
A study of the humanity, deity, hypostatic union, and incarnation of Christ (Christology); the participants, basis, and experience of salvation (Soteriology); the origin, nature, and afterlife of humans (Anthropology); and the nature, origin, and results of sin (Hamartiology).
O.T. Prophetic Books
A study of the prophetic books (Isaiah-Malachi) including a chronology of the prophets with special attention given to the religious, social, and political message of the prophets.
Principles of Ethics
A study of theoretical and practical problems of moral conduct and proposed solutions with an emphasis upon the nature of ethics, values, rights, obligations and opportunities.
Courses in the Leadership & Ministry Major
The Church & Ministry
The student will gain an understanding of a Biblical concept of the local church in its essence, purpose, and program, which includes its structures, systems and strategies; an understanding of the nature and functions of church leadership will be attained. The student will articulate (written and oral) a personal position on these issues.
Communication Concepts
An introduction to the concepts of effective oral and written communication to include functioning in teams and other organizational settings as well as interpersonal exchanges.
Dynamics of Christian Counseling
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the counseling profession from a Christian perspective. It will explore how biblical and psychological principles may be integrated and applied to counseling issues. It will also describe the counseling process and the nature and role of the counselor as a person and as a professional.
Essentials of Management
A study of the five parts of managing organizations – planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling/evaluating – with the study of principles for application of both not-for-profit
and for-profit organizations and applications with references to Scripture.
Evangelism and Discipleship
A study of the nature, purpose and process of biblical evangelism and its application to various ministries; a study of New Testament discipleship principles and their application, with a special emphasis upon building discipling relationships and small group ministry.
Effective Communication of Scripture
This cross-training module introduces the principles and skills necessary to effectively communicate Scripture through teaching and preaching delivery. This course allows for the development and application of skills learned.
Case Studies in Leadership
Case studies will be selected for in-depth study of the application of leadership concepts with particular reference to those concepts found in Scripture. Students will develop a written analysis of their style of leadership. Related issues are introduced through readings.
Courses in the Biblical Foundations Major
O.T. Historical Books
This is a study of the history of the people of God in the Old Testament as that history is recorded from Joshua through Esther. It will consider God’s redemptive plan as it is expressed in His covenants with Israel.
Doctrine of Bibliology & Theology Proper
An introduction is provided to the nature and arrangement of theology (Prolegomena); the nature, preservation, and relevancy of the Bible (Bibliology); and the Person, nature, decree, and works of God (Theology Proper).
O.T. Poetic & Wisdom Literature
A study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and the Song of Songs that emphasizes the genius of Hebrew poetry and the doctrinal depth, spiritual value and ethical implications of these books.
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit & Angels
A study of the personality, deity, and activity of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology); and the
oriin, nature, and activities of angels, Satan, and demons (Angelogy).
N.T. Hebrews-Revelation
A study of Hebrews; James; I and II Peter; I, II, and III John; Jude; and Revelation with
special emphasis given to correct hermeneutical principles and procedures.
Doctrine of the Church & Future Things
A study of the distinct origin, nature and destiny of the church, and an analysis of the scriptural
teaching concerning prophecy and things to come (i.e., death and the intermediate state,
second coming of Christ, the millennium, the rapture, the tribulation, heaven and hell, and the
eternal state).
Capstone Seminar on Doctrine
A seminar study of major Bible doctrines, with an emphasis on the student’s formulation and defense of his/her own biblical convictions; recent historical and contemporary trends in theology.
