BID100 Introduction to Bible Studies

This course prepares church leaders and students of Scripture to interpret, apply, and teach the Word of God. We will focus on strategies and methods of Bible interpretation. The course focuses oncontent, not methods of teaching or managing a class.

 

BIM110 Intermediate Bible Studies

This emphasis is designed to enhance ministry by concentrating on the geographical, cultural, and archaeological background to the Scriptures and the contribution such make to a proper understanding and application of the Bible.

 

BAV120 Advanced Bible Studies

This emphasis is designed to enhance ministry by focusing on the development of a biblical theology. Biblical theology is that exegetical and synthetic study of a biblical text, texts, or section of the Bible that seeks to determine the theological meaning of that portion as it was written and then to explain what that theology means for today.

 

BOS130 Old Testament Survey

A survey of basic Old Testament Bible facts to provide a usable foundation for personal study, for ministry,and for other courses in biblical studies and systematic and practical theology.

 

BNS140 New Testament Survey

Survey of the cultural context and major themes of New Testament teaching, with particular focus on the death and resurrection of Christ and its implications for the believer’s faith and life.

 

DBB150 Doctrine of the Bible

This course helps students bridge the gap between teaching the Bible to others and equipping others to understand and respond faithfully to the Bible themselves both personally and corporately. We will address topics such as utilizing Bible study tools and resources, employing sound interpretive principles, recognizing group dynamics, identifying biblical genres, communicating biblical themes, harnessing effective educational methods, and identifying creative teaching strategies.

 

DCB160 Discipleship of the Bible

This course will examine the biblical, general and specific steps to enable a person first to be a disciple. Then will discover systems, biblical principles, and methods that create a disciple making context. The systems will cover both the macro level and the micro level. Once this has been discovered and discussed the student will select a disciple making system and create a micro level disciple making plan for a local church.

 

CTE170 Christian Evidence

This course is a survey of the logical reasons for believing in God’s existence and in the inspiration of the Bible. The purpose of this course is to examine the many evidences upon which Christianity rests, to provide a rich, in-depth study of God’s word, and to provide convincing proof, both from internal and external sources, of the Bible’s claim as the word of God.

BPT180 Book of James

This is an in-depth study of the book of James. Students will come to understand the relationship between faith and works, James’ instructions to the Christian teacher and the phrase “anointing with oil” as used by James. Students will better understand how to teach this book to others, and much attention will be given to practical application.

 

BFG190 The Four Gospels of New Testament

A study of the four Gospels’ form and content as a distinct body of literature, with exegesis of keypassages. This course studies the life and teaching of Jesus in the four Gospels, with a focus on Matthew. Thecourse also emphasizes principles for interpreting the Bible, especially the Gospels.