A basic foundation in theology is provided through a study of the major themes of the Bible, including Theology Proper, Bibliology, Christology, Pneumatology, Angelology, Soteriology, Anthropology, Hamartiology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology. A personalStatement of Faith is required of each student as a term project.

A survey of the books of the Old Testament covering the period from Creation through the Davidic monarchy. Attention will be givento the distinctive message and major features of each book with an emphasis on the Abrahamic, Mosaic, and Davidic Covenants as theypertain to God’s purposes for Israel and the world. This is the first of two courses that together provide a survey of the entire OldTestament. The present course will cover the content of Genesis through 2 Samuel, 1Chronicles, the book of Job, and the Psalms

This course is designed to assist students in their academic adjustment to college. There is a focus on study-strategies, self-management skills, learning styles and multiple intelligences, critical thinking, and reading with intention. Students will also develop strategies for achieving success in school, at home, in their churches, and work environments.

A study of the leading principles and forms of Hebrew poetry; the content, structure, and theological emphases of the Psalms with special attention to selected psalms of various genre, and themes such as personal faith and trust in God, vengeance upon enemies, the Davidic Messiah, the future reign of God and how Christians can apply the Psalms; and a study of selected themes and sections in Proverbs with attention to the nature of the Wisdom Literature and the application of the Proverbs to the Christian life.

A biblical exploration of the doctrine of practical sanctification with focus on the New Testament, particularly, selected passages in Paul's epistles. In addition to engaging Scripture, students will do an inventory of personal conduct and set goals applying the Scriptural truths studied, with opportunity for discussion and interaction.

An examination of the major facets of culture, including production, economic, kinship, political, social, religious, and marriage systems. Special attention is given to the nature of a worldview, and the elements involved in effecting transformation.

An overview of the New Testament, including an emphasis on the distinctive message, historical setting, and theological contribution of each book. Geographical and archaeological support for each book is also considered.

A survey of the books of the Old Testament covering the period from Solomon through the post-exilic prophets. Attention will be given to the distinctive message and major features of each book with an emphasis on the events leading up to Israel’s captivity, as interpreted by the prophets, and on the nation’s return from exile. Special consideration will be given to the prophetic expression of hope with respect to Israel’s future. This is the second of two courses that together provide a survey of the entire Old Testament.The present course will cover the content of 2 Kings through Malachi in the English Bible, with the exception of 1 Chronicles,Job, and Psalms, which were dealt with in BT 102.

This course is designed to assist students in their academic adjustment to college. There is a focus on study-strategies, self-management skills, learning styles and multiple intelligences, critical thinking, and reading with intention. Students will also develop strategies for achieving success in school, at home, in their churches, and work environments.

This course addresses the basics of attitude and conduct that are in harmony with the Christian faith, and how these relate to one’s view of reality. The practical outworking of aspects of the doctrine of sanctification will be studied and worldviews which differ from the Christian one will be considered along with how they affect thought and practice.

This praxis oriented course builds on the foundation provided by Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120). It addresses the doctrine of Scripture and its implications for interpretation, and also addresses analysis of larger units of discourse (literary structure). Specific attention is given to the relevance of historical context, literary genre, and biblical theology for interpretation and application.

A study of the expansion of the church from Jerusalem to the whole Mediterranean area. Special emphasis will be given to church principles, transitional problems, and missionary principles. The character and work of Paul is enlarged to include details from his writings.

Servant Leader Training is designed to provide students with the opportunity to advance the learning process by applying their classroom experience as servant-leaders to meet needs in their communities and local churches. The purpose of Servant LeaderTraining is to connect students with their communities and churches in order to provide opportunities for meaningful service. The intent of SLT is for students to develop the skills and attitudes of servant-leaders as they apply the knowledge and theories gained in the classroom.

An overview of the New Testament, including an emphasis on the distinctive message, historical setting, and theological contribution of each book. Geographical and archaeological support for each book is also considered.

A survey of the books of the Old Testament covering the period from Solomon through the post-exilic prophets. Attention will be given to the distinctive message and major features of each book with an emphasis on the events leading up to Israel’s captivity, as interpreted by the prophets, and on the nation’s return from exile. Special consideration will be given to the prophetic expression of hope with respect to Israel’s future. This is the second of two courses that together provide a survey of the entire Old Testament.The present course will cover the content of 2 Kings through Malachi in the English Bible, with the exception of 1 Chronicles,Job, and Psalms, which were dealt with in BT 102.

An overview of the historical development of the missionary movement, from the beginnings of Christianity until the present time, with the goal of developing a historically-informed framework that shapes cross-cultural critical thinking.

This course is an introduction to the principles and practice in the preparation of expository sermons. It addresses the nature, importance, and method of expository preaching, and focuses on the transformation of the biblical text to the message derived from it. Students will engage in a variety of exercise in the transformation of text to message with limited practice in delivering expository messages.

This course undertakes a biblical examination of two areas of Christian theology: (1) Ecclesiology—the study of the nature and character of the church in its universal and local aspects, its function and calling, and its destiny; and (2) Eschatology—the study of God’s program for the culmination of history, including the Rapture, the Great Tribulation, the Millennium, and divine judgments. Variant teachings and developments in understanding of the doctrines in the course of history will also be addressed as appropriate.

This course undertakes the study of one or more biblical books demonstrating sound application of hermeneutical principles with due attention to linguistic principles as well as context and structure at the detailed and larger levels. An interpretive paper is required at the conclusion of the course.

This course engages the student in the process of understanding abnormal behavior and the ways that mental health professionals study and attempt to treat it. An eclectic, multicultural approach will cover the major categories of disorders listed in the DSM-5.