Course Descriptions
Biblical Studies
BIB1100 Life of Christ (3)
A harmonious study of the gospels literature tracing the life, death and resurrection of Jesus with an emphasis upon His nature, teachings, life-style and cross-cultural ministry with applicable reference for modern times.
BIB1200 Theology of Ministry (3)
An introduction to covenant and its relationship to God's privileges and purposes concerning humanity. Attention is given to principles and methods designed to help students both understand and apply covenant concepts in Christian service.
BIB2310 Hebrew History and Literature (3)
Cross listed as HIS2230 Hebrew History and Literature. An introduction to and overview of the history and literature of the Old Testament. Students will be introduced to basic resources and methodologies for study. Relationship and significance of the Old Testament to the New Testament and the Church will be emphasized.
BIB2410 Early Christian History and Literature (3)
Cross listed as HIS2240 Early Christian History and Literature. A study of the background, history and emphases of New Testament documents as they relate to the development and theology of the early church recorded in Acts.
BIB3200 Apostolic Hermeneutics (3)
A study of the Apostolic use of prophetic documents as exhibited in the New Testament scriptures, together with philosophic and contextual materials important to their understanding. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3300 Pentateuch (3)
A study of the Books of the Law, Genesis - Deuteronomy, giving particular emphasis to foundational biblical teaching on the natures of creation, humanity, sin, faith, revelation, redemption, covenant and law. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3310 Isaiah and His Contemporaries (3)
A study of the prophecies of Isaiah and contemporary prophets stressing the historical contexts of the messengers and their messages and noting the extensive use of Isaiah material in the New Testament. The course highlights the strong mission emphasis in Isaiah's message to his people and its relevance to the New Testament church. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3320 Prophets (3)
A study of the background, nature and interpretation of the Old Testament prophets with an emphasis upon the relevance of the prophets for their times with contemporary applications. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3410 Acts (3)
An exegetical study of the genesis and early expansion of the church with an emphasis on Acts linkage to the gospel of Luke, theology of the early church, its cross-cultural mission and relevance for today's church. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3420 Romans (3)
An exegetical study of Romans with an emphasis on both salvation and church fellowship of living in unity amid diversity for both the first century and the contemporary church and society. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3430 I Corinthians (3)
An exegetical analysis of the text, with special attention given to equipping the student to teach Corinthians in a church or other setting. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3440 II Corinthians (3)
An exegetical study of II Corinthians with its linkage to I Corinthians and an emphasis on the nature, theology and methodology for a ministry of reconciliation in a fragmented church and culture. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3450 Prison Epistles (3)
An exegetical study of each epistle with an emphasis on the distinctive theme and theological development of each with the relevance to the situations facing the church then and now. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB3701 Theology of Spiritual Formation (3)
This course explores the spiritual dynamics involved in the transformation of humanity. This includes the biblical understanding of the original nature of humanity's creation, the subsequent change, the transformational ministry of Christ and the Holy Spirit, God's goal for all humans, and selected disciplines for the spiritual formation of individuals and communities into the way of Jesus Christ, Imitatio Christi and thus God, Imago Dei.
BIB4200 Biblical Theology (3)
A summary of the biblical doctrines of faith, revelation, theology, anthropology, soteriology, eschatology, and ecclesiology with strong emphasis throughout on God's redemptive purpose and the Christian's role in fulfilling that purpose. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4310 Hebrew Poetry (3)
A study of the poetic literature of the Old Testament, especially Psalms, Job and Ecclesiastes. Consideration will be given to the use of these texts in the New Testament and to their value for preaching and teaching in contemporary society. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4400 Matthew (3)
An exegetical study of the Gospel stressing Matthew's defense of Jesus' Messiahship to early Jewish disciples and potential disciples, noting Matthew's encouragement toward a mission which transcends ethnic boundaries. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4410 Mark (3)
An exegetical study of Mark with emphasis on Jesus' demonstration of His power and authority through miracles and events. An interlinear text is used. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4420 Luke (3)
An exegetical study of Luke with an emphasis upon the cross-cultural ministry of Jesus in the light of the first century culture and church. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4430 John (3)
An exegetical study of the Gospel with particular emphasis on John's purpose as he describes the signs of Jesus which lead to continuing trust. An interlinear text is used. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4450 Pastoral Epistles and Thessalonians (3)
An exegetical study of Timothy, Titus, and Thessalonians. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4460 Hebrews (3)
An exegetical study of the literature of Hebrews with an emphasis on the messianic fulfillment of Judaism with the resulting superiority, privileges and purposes of Christianity. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4470 Petrine Literature, Jude, and James (3)
An exegetical analysis of the books, together with contextual materials essential to their understanding. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4480 Revelation (3)
A study of the nature and the interpretation of apocalyptic literature, cultural problems facing Christianity during the last decade of the first century along with an exegetical study of the text with relevance to the contemporary church and times. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4810 Bible Teaching Assistant (1-3)
Student will assist with tasks and projects assigned by the instructor of record for each course. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing with instructor's approval.
BIB4906 Biblical Perspective: Social Sciences (3)
A review of the basic tools for exegetical study, with attention given to using these tools in developing a value system for students majoring in the social sciences. Includes the writing and oral presentation of an exegetical paper applying scriptural principles to a critical issue in the student's major field of study.
BIB4910 Professional Issues in Biblical Perspective (3)
A review of the basic tools for exegetical study, with attention given to using these tools in developing a value system for the student's chosen major. Includes the writing and oral presentation of an exegetical paper applying scriptural principles to a critical issue in the student's major field of study. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
BIB4940 Seminar in New Testament (3)
Selected topics as agreed upon by instructor and senior students. Prerequisite: ENG3200.
ENG3200 Tools for Literary Exegesis and Analysis (3)
An introduction to methodologies and resources for studying the Greek New Testament. The use of interlinear texts, concordances, lexicons, and other study tools will be included. Prerequisite: BIB2410.
LAN3400 Hebrew Tools (3)
An introduction to methodologies and resources for studying the Hebrew Old Testament. The use of interlinear texts, concordances, and other study tools will be included.
LDR3100 Basic Leadership Skills (3)
Exploration of the nature of leadership and the development of the individual student's emerging leadership styles. Prerequisite: BIB1200; Junior standing.
