Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies Degree
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Prerequisite to enroll: A High School Diploma.
Degree is granted upon successful completion of 120 credit hours.
| 1 | BNT100 – New Testament Survey This is a brief synopsis of inter-Testamental history or the four hundred (400) silent years from Malachi to Matthew as it concerns the Jews. No study of the Bible is complete that does not take into consideration the events of the four hundred (400) years which elapsed between the Old and New Testaments. |
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| 2 | BNT106 – Bible Doctrines This series of lessons is designed especially for the student to establish themselves upon a spiritual foundation. It is so that you would grow into a complete and perfect man or woman in Christ Jesus, unmovable, steadfast, and always abounding in the work of the Lord. |
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| 3 | BNT110 – Between the Testaments The New Testament begins with the Romans ruling Palestine. The throne is occupied by an Idumaean king named Herod. At the end of the Old Testament, the Persian Empire ruled Palestine. The throne of Israel was occupied by a Jewish king named Zerubbabel. The time between the Old Testament and New Testaments is about four hundred (400) years, 445 B.C. to 4 B.C. These four hundred (400) years can be divided into four (4) groups, known as the Persian Period, the Greek Period, the Maccabean Period, and the Roman Period. |
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| 4 | BOT111 – Old Testament Survey I The Bible is Incomplete without the Old Testament. The student will learn how the Old and New Testaments make up the inspired Scriptures. The New Testament was never intended to replace the Old Testament. Instead, the New Testament was given to complement the Old Testament, to complete the story. |
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| 5 | BOT122 – Old Testament Survey II Previously we studied in Old Testament I the beginnings of human history, and the God Who controls it. The student will learn that there are key revelations in the Old Testament, such as to give sense to the New Testament events such as the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ in the Gospels, and the judgments of Revelation. |
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| 6 | BOT230 – Old Testament Men & Women of Faith This course has as its primary focus the relationship God used in the days of Old Testament History to bring man back into obedience. God is and was and always will be full of faith. He used His faith as the instrument of the creative process through which man came into existence. Faith is the spiritual life-line through which man receives the goodness of God. |
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| 7 | BPA111 – Foundations of Faith Studies in Learning As we enter into the study of Foundations of Faith – Studying for Success, the student will learn the importance of how ” Faith is absolutely necessary in studying the Word of God. As students of the Bible, when we read and search the Scriptures, we must do it in faith. Faith allows the anointing to flow and revelation knowledge to come forth. |
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| 8 | BPA120 – Praise Life This course describes the elements necessary for us to obtain joy and strength in our lives; yes, it even holds us in the very Presence of God and His glory. It is called praise. Praise is much more than celebrating, or a prelude to worship on Sunday morning. Praise can, and should, become a lifestyle for the Believer who is serious about becoming a soldier of God, a person who is “kingdom on earth” useful. |
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| 9 | BPA131 – Prayer I- Types & Necessity In Matthew 6:9-13, the Lord’s Prayer is not a ritual prayer, but a pattern to follow. We notice that Jesus said we were to pray after a certain manner, not necessarily using certain words. This course will reveal that the model prayer is not a liturgy, or a form of public worship, but a guide to help us cover what is evidently important. |
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| 10 | BTH241 – Intro to Bible theology I The word “theology” comes from two Greek words, theos meaning “God” and logos meaning “the word about” or “the study of” God as He is revealed in the Scriptures. Simply defined, theology is an in-depth study of the Holy Bible. The student will discover what God has said about Himself, His purposes, His plans, and His promises |
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| 11 | BTH252 – Intro to Bible Theology II The purpose of this course is to give the student an overview of the Bible and to introduce him/her to the study of Theology. We will pick up where we left off in Introduction to Bible Theology I. |
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| 12 | CED111 – Life Management God’s Way Every decision we make has an outcome. The decisions we make, not our environment, will determine and shape our destiny. There are thousands of testimonies of men and women who have succeeded in life despite their limitations, poor environment and disadvantages. There are those who have become failures in life in spite of all the advantages they had. This course will the student how to make decisions that will change their lives. |
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| 1 | BNT214 – New Testament Studies I An introduction to the New Testament that examines major themes, broad divisions, key scriptures, major personalities, and the structure and context of each book. Literary and historical backgrounds are also examined. |
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| 2 | BNT215 – General Epistles The course provides a close reading of James, I Peter, II Peter, I John, II John, III, and Jude with special attention given to literary, socio-historical and theological understandings of the epistles. |
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| 3 | BOT121 – Old Testament Studies I In this course emphasis is placed on the major themes, key scriptures, and major personalities of each book. Historical and literary backgrounds of the books are covered. |
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| 4 | BOT232 – Old Testament Studies II In this course we continue our emphasis on the major themes, key scriptures, and major personalities of each book. Historical and literary backgrounds of the books are covered. |
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| 5 | BPA222 – Faith II In this course, the objective is to discover by Scripture what faith is and what faith is not. This discovery is vital to the believer, since it is by faith that we please God. |
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| 6 | BPA232 – God’s Authority in the Believer The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a better grasp on who they are as a Believer. It is also to show that Jesus, unto whom all authority is given by God the Father and His Divine Nature, is then given unto us. Our authority is in Christ. |
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| 7 | BPA240 – Preparation for Ministry I This word armorbearer is something virtually unknown to the Body of Christ. God is stirring up men today to be called to be the position of armorbearers to the church leaders. The student will learn what is an armorbearer and what does he do? |
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| 8 | BPA250 – Preparation for Ministry II God sometimes asks us to do something with which we argue. Obedience to God at first would make it easier on us. He knows what He is doing and we do not. This course looks at the Ministry of Helps and the Motivational Gifts. |
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| 9 | BPA260 – Awareness of Church Government When people want to start a church, they sometimes run around to see how this church is set up, or how that church is set up. We should go to the Word of God to find out how God wants His Church to be established. This course looks at the many offices, practices and legal standing. |
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| 10 | BTH101 – Obedience It seems that people can talk about anything as long as it does not involve following a set of laws, rules, and regulations. In the past, obedience was almost always, “Don’t do this!” and “Don’t do that!” This course will show how obedience is the underlying theme of the entire Bible. |
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| 11 | BTH121 – Systematic Theology I Systematic Theology is the spiritual study of the God who, through His overwhelming love, has a desire for a family. His nature of unity, as a result, has brought about all of creation as the perfect environment for the a’gape relationship with the children of His family. The intent of this course is to help the student become more familiar with Almighty God. |
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| 12 | BTH221 – Systematic Theology II The Bible is as specific as God obviously chooses to be about the origin or creation of the universe. Apparently God desires that man’s understanding about his beginning in the earth be understood spiritually rather than with point by point natural and physical explanation. Systematic Theology II is the spiritual study of Man, Christ, Angels and Demons. |
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| 1 | BNT300 – Acts The book of Acts, also referred to as the “Acts of the Apostles” or the “Acts of the Holy Spirit”, presents the exciting story of the beginning of the church. Through a rigorous exposition of the book of Acts, students gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the early disciples’ commitment to the fulfillment of the Great Commission. |
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| 2 | BNT311 – Pauline Epistles I This course is a study of the ministry and teachings of the Apostle Paul as recorded in the Pauline Epistles. The life setting of each letter is related to Paul’s journeys described in the book of Acts. Special attention is given to the major theological themes of the epistles. Part I covers the Book of Galatians through II Thessalonians. |
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| 3 | BNT321 – Romans I This course will provide an in-depth and exegetical study of the Epistle to the Romans emphasizing its contribution to Christian theology and life. |
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| 4 | BNT332 – Romans II This course will provide an in-depth and exegetical study of the Epistle to the Romans emphasizing its contribution to Christian theology and life |
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| 5 | BOT333 – Old Testament III – Books of Poetry The poetic books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon are covered in detail. Historical Background information and theological themes of each book are outlined |
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| 6 | BPA370 – Homiletics The principles and practice of crafting and delivering a biblical sermon will be outlined and demonstrated. |
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| 7 | BPR333 – Bible Prophecy In this course, we seek to introduce the student to God’s real conversation with man. God, as Mother and Father to His children, provides for their needs in this life. He also speaks words of life to them that they might meet the future in His success and victory. |
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| 8 | BTH341 – Spiritual Warfare I The entire record of God’s Word, the Bible, describes men and women who faced difficult battles of life. In fact, the Apostle Paul describes life as a combat, conflict, and continual wrestling. This is the spiritual arena of life known as “spiritual warfare”. |
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| 9 | BTH343 – Systematic Theology III This course is an overview of the theological areas of Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, Eschatology. |
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| 10 | BTH351 – New Testament Church History This course is an overview of the the Christian Church, which includes the past, present and the Church to come, consists of all who believe in Jesus of Nazareth as the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God; who have accepted Him as their personal Savior from sin, and who obey Him as the Christ, the Head of the Kingdom of God on this earth. |
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| 11 | BTH490 – Blood Covenant There is a blood line that stretches throughout the entire breadth of inspired scripture. From outside the gates of Eden in Genesis 4 to inside the gates of New Jerusalem in Revelations 21:22, the Bible is filled with the importance of the blood with regard to salvation. The blood of Jesus is very dear to Believers everywhere. Yet most Believers have a very limited understanding of all that has been accomplished by the blood of Jesus. This course enhances the reader’s understanding and appreciation for the Blood of Jesus. |
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| 12 | CED211 – Intro to Christian Education This course provides the student with biblical, historical, and theological foundations of Christian education. The student will be led to explore principles for an effective implementation of education programs in the local church. |
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| 1 | BNT341 – Ephesians This course focuses on the believer’s responsibility to walk in accordance with his heavenly calling in Christ Jesus (4:1). Ephesians was not written to correct specific errors in a local church, but to prevent problems in the church as a whole by encouraging the body of Christ to maturity in Him. |
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| 2 | BNT422 – Pauline Epistles II This course is a study of the ministry and teachings of the Apostle Paul as recorded in the Pauline Epistles. The life setting of each letter is related to Paul’s journeys described in the book of First Corinthians, Second Corinthians, Philemon, First Timothy, Second Timothy, Titus, Philemon. |
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| 3 | BNT430 – Hebrews This course is a detailed study of the Epistle to the Hebrews. |
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| 4 | BOT444 – Major Prophets This course is a study of the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel and Daniel. Historical Background information and theological themes of each book are outlined. |
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| 5 | BOT455 – Minor Prophets This course is a study of the books of Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. Historical Background information and theological themes of each book are outlined. |
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| 6 | BPA340 – Workings of the 5-fold Ministry According to Ephesians 4:1, God has placed a call upon every Christian. Each calling carries with it certain characteristics. Each of these characteristics is in place to help us fulfill God’s purpose in our lives with his character being manifested. |
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| 7 | BPA342 – Prayer II As Christians, we have often misunderstood or have not understood at all the meaning and significance of prayer. It is much more than just a model prayer for us; it is the revelation of God’s heart. This course sums up those things that are central to God’s plan for man. |
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| 8 | BPA360 – Ethics and Excellence Ethics is a set of principles which speak of human character and conduct, of distinction between right and wrong and moral duty and obligation to the community. The principles we have set for ourselves are going to dictate our reaction to every situation that arises, be it at church, on the job, at home with the family, or in a strange place.This course will approach ethics on a scriptural basis. It will not be too concerned with secular ethics, either traditional or contemporary, except as they relate to Biblical ethics. |
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| 9 | BTH442 – Spiritual Warfare II Spiritual warfare is real! In this course, we continue to move the student beyond the natural world into the realm of the Spirit. Tactics of the enemy are analyzed and strategies of spiritual warfare assuring victory over the principalities and powers of the spirit world are explained. Guidelines for receiving and ministering healing will also be covered. |
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| 10 | BTH454 – Systematic Theology IV This course is an overview of the theological areas of the Holy Spirit and Healing. |
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| 11 | BTH492 – Christ Our Healer This course deals with God’s hand of restoration, healing, and the purpose and process of reclaiming everything that was damaged in the fall of Adam. God has given man an escape from the curse and corruption. His purpose is an original garden relationship with His beloved man. The spirit, soul, and body of man are part of His healing work. |
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| 12 | MIS340 – Comparative Religions Comparative religion is the branch of the study of religions concerned with the systematic comparison of the doctrines and practices, themes, and impacts (including migration) of the world’s religions. |
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ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Prerequisite to enroll: A recognized Bachelor’s degree.
Degree is granted upon successful completion of 36 credit hours including thesis
| 1 | BITH502 – The Gospels/The Life of Christ A chronological and synthetic study of the Gospels’ accounts of Christ’s birth, life, death, resurrection, and ascension. |
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| 2 | BITH504 – Old Testament Theology I The Old Testament books of Genesis-Kings are analyzed. The theological themes of these books are identified and traced throughout the Bible. |
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| 3 | BITH505 – Old Testament Theology II Latter Prophets & Writings The Old Testament books of Job-Malachi are analyzed. The theological themes of these books are identified and traced throughout the Bible. |
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| 4 | BITH506 – Basic Hebrew Essentials of biblical Hebrew grammar: orthography, morphophonemics, vocabulary; historical developments; readings and exercises. |
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| 5 | BITH536 – Introduction to Missions “Missio Dei” is the idea that God is actively working to reconcile His creation to Himself through Jesus Christ. This course presents an overview of the theology of missions, as well as current trends in missions. |
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| 6 | BITH551 – Biblical Interpretation The aim of this course is to develop a working knowledge of the basic skills of biblical interpretation. Students will be introduced to the various skills needed to work with the different types of literature, or genre, found in the Bible as well as matters of context and content. The goal of this course is to help students to become skilled, life-long exegetes of God’s Word. |
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| 7 | BITH575 – Comparative Religions Comparative religion is the branch of the study of religions concerned with the systematic comparison of the doctrines and practices, themes, and impacts (including migration) of the world’s religions. |
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| 8 | BITH576 – Christian Ethics and Excellence This course will approach ethics on a scriptural basis. It will not be too concerned with secular ethics, either traditional or contemporary, except as they relate to Biblical ethics. |
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| 9 | BITH599 – Thesis (6 Credits) | 6 |
| 10 | BITH600 – Apologetics In this course, students compare biblical, historical, and recent approaches to defending faith in God, Christ, and Scripture. |
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| 11 | BITH630 – Church History I – From Pentecost to Reformation In this course, students discover how the Church’s doctrine, faith, and practice developed from Pentecost to the time of the Protestant Reformation. |
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ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Prerequisite to enroll: A recognized Bachelor’s degree.
Degree is granted upon successful completion of 36 credit hours including thesis
| 1 | BITH507 – Hebrew Exegesis (The Book of Isaiah) In addition to surveying the contents of the book, the course develops the understanding and skills of exegetical exposition. | 3 |
| 2 | BITH536 – Introduction to Missions “Missio Dei” is the idea that God is actively working to reconcile His creation to Himself through Jesus Christ. This course presents an overview of the theology of missions, as well as current trends in missions. | 3 |
| 3 | Biblical and historical perspectives on church planting; starting new churches in the age of the Internet; steps and procedures for establishing a mission and developing it into an organized church; practical methods and techniques used in church planting | 3 |
| 4 | BITH571 – Systematic Theology III A systematic study of Christian theology with special attention given to bibliology and theology properly. | 3 |
| 5 | BITH575 – Comparative Religions Comparative religion is the branch of the study of religions concerned with the systematic comparison of the doctrines and practices, themes, and impacts (including migration) of the world’s religions. | 3 |
| 6 | BITH576 – Christian Ethics and Excellence This course will approach ethics on a scriptural basis. It will not be too concerned with secular ethics, either traditional or contemporary, except as they relate to Biblical ethics. | 3 |
| 7 | BITH590 – Introduction to Biblical Counseling The nature and principles of biblical counseling, techniques and theories of counseling; patterns of problem solving, the counselor and counselee relationship; the sufficiency of Scripture; and biblical conflict resolution. | 3 |
| 8 | BITH599 – Thesis (6 Credits) | 6 |
| 9 | In this course, students compare biblical, historical, and recent approaches to defending faith in God, Christ, and Scripture. | 3 |
| 10 | BITH551 – Biblical Interpretation The aim of this course is to develop a working knowledge of the basic skills of biblical interpretation. Students will be introduced to the various skills needed to work with the different types of literature, or genre, found in the Bible as well as matters of context and content. The goal of this course is to help students to become skilled, life-long exegetes of God’s Word. | 3 |
| 11 | BITH630 – Church History I – From Pentecost to Reformation In this course, students discover how the Church’s doctrine, faith, and practice developed from Pentecost to the time of the Protestant Reformation. | 3 |
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ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Prerequisite to enroll: A recognized Bachelor’s degree.
Degree is granted upon successful completion of 36 credit hours including thesis
| 1 | BITH504 – Old Testament Theology I The Old Testament books of Genesis-Kings are analyzed. The theological themes of these books are identified and traced throughout the Bible. | 3 |
| 2 | BITH505 – Old Testament Theology II Latter Prophets & Writings The Old Testament books of Job-Malachi are analyzed. The theological themes of these books are identified and traced throughout the Bible. | 3 |
| 3 | Essentials of biblical Hebrew grammar: orthography, morphophonemics, vocabulary; historical developments; readings and exercises. | 3 |
| 4 | BITH571 – Systematic Theology III A systematic study of Christian theology with special attention given to bibliology and theology properly. | 3 |
| 5 | BITH572 – Systematic Theology IV This course is an overview of the theological areas of prolegomena, revelation, theology proper, anthropology, and Christology. | 3 |
| 6 | CH631 – The History of the Church Since the Reformation In this course, students survey the development of the Christian church’s doctrine, faith, and practice from the Protestant Reformation to the present. | 3 |
| 7 | BITH575 – Comparative Religions Comparative religion is the branch of the study of religions concerned with the systematic comparison of the doctrines and practices, themes, and impacts (including migration) of the world’s religions. | 3 |
| 8 | BITH 599 – Thesis (6 Credits) | 6 |
| 9 | BITH601 – Contemporary Theology I This course introduces students to the major movements and thinkers, theologians and philosophers in the Christian tradition since the eighteenth-century Enlightenment, together with an examination of their philosophical backgrounds. Part I: Barth through Tillich. Part II: Vatican II to postmoderm theologies. | 3 |
| 10 | BITH602 – Contemporary Theology II This course introduces students to the major movements and thinkers, theologians and philosophers in the Christian tradition since the eighteenth-century Enlightenment, together with an examination of their philosophical backgrounds. Part I: Barth through Tillich. Part II: Vatican II to postmoderm theologies. | 3 |
| 11 | BITH551 – Biblical Interpretation The aim of this course is to develop a working knowledge of the basic skills of biblical interpretation. Students will be introduced to the various skills needed to work with the different types of literature, or genre, found in the Bible as well as matters of context and content. The goal of this course is to help students to become skilled, life-long exegetes of God’s Word. | 3 |
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ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
The applicant must have earned a master's degree in Divinity, Theology, or Biblical Studies.
Candidates will specialize in one of the fields of theological scholarship, such as: Hebrew Bible/Old Testament; New Testament and Early Christian Studies; History of Christianity; Systematic Theology; Ethics; Church Growth and Mission Studies.
Study for the degree of doctor of theology extends through three stages: Coursework, Knowledge Area Modules (KAM), and dissertation.
Candidates for this degree must fulfill the following:
6 credit hours of Course work
6 credit hours of Seminar: Theology: Oral and written presentation
24 credit hours of dissertation
This course will provide students with the tools for doctoral level research and opportunities for reflection on becoming scholar-pastor. Students are introduced to the conduct and reporting of scholarly theological research. 6 Credits
| 1 | THD890 | Introduction to Theological Research This course will provide students with the tools for doctoral level research and opportunities for reflection on becoming scholar-pastor. Students are introduced to the conduct and reporting of scholarly theological research. | 6 |
| 2 | 6 credit hours of Seminar: Theology: Oral and written presentation | 6 | |
| 3 | 24 credit hours of dissertation | 24 | |
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