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GRADUATE SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ARCHEOLOGY
ARC 510 Biblical Archeology (3) An overview of the principles, procedures, and terminology of the study of archeology. Attention is given to archeological discoveries in Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Syria-Palestine.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
CE 101G Spiritual Life (3)This course will attempt to cover a large number of topics connected with the Christian life in general. Topics will include prayer, fasting, meditation, witnessing, Christian holiness, Bible study, and more.
FRENCH
FR 601, 602, 603 French for Reading Knowledge (9)This course enables students to acquire the basic knowledge of French grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and translating French texts in Biblical research. No prior knowledge of French assumed.
GERMAN
GER 601, 602, 603 German for Reading Knowledge (9) This course enables students to acquire the basic knowledge of German grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and translating German texts in Biblical Studies. No prior knowledge of German is assumed.
GREEK
GK 201G, 202G, 203G Elementary Greek I-III (9) This series of courses are taken with GK 201-203 First Year College Level Greek. An introduction to Biblical Greek grammar focusing on elementary morphology and syntax.
GK 301G, 302G, 303G Intermediate Greek I-III (9)A continuation of GK 203G with translation and discussion of elementary passages from classical and New Testament Greek. Prerequisite: GK 203G.
GK 501 Advanced Greek (3) A study of advanced grammar designed to increase the student’s ability to correctly translate and analyze a Biblical text. Prerequisite: Two years college Greek.
GK 611 Greek Prose Composition (3) Further study of the Greek language through extensive writing of classical Greek prose. This sequence can be taken by independent study with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: 2 years college Greek.
GK 615 The Septuagint (3)An introduction to the Greek translation of the Old Testament with readings from various passages. Prerequisite: 2 years college Greek.
GK 690 Readings in the Greek New Testament (3-4) Exegetical studies of various books of the Greek New Testament (Textus Receptus). May be taken as often as different books are offered. May also be taken by independent study with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: 2 years of college Greek.
GK 699 Seminar: Greek Philology (3-4) Seminars in Greek Philology are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing with the Greek Language. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
HEBREW
HEB 201G, 202G, 203G Elementary Hebrew I-III (9) An introduction to Hebrew grammar focusing on elementary morphology and syntax.
HEB 301G, 302G, 303G Intermediate Biblical Hebrew I-III (9) A continuation of HEB 203G. Prerequisite: HEB 203G.
HEB 690 Individual Reading in the Hebrew Old Testament (3-4) Exegetical studies of various books of the Hebrew Old Testament. May be taken as often as different books are offered. May also be taken by independent study with permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: 2 years of college Biblical Hebrew.
HEB 699 Seminar: Hebrew Philology (3-4)Seminars in Hebrew Philology are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing with the Hebrew language. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
HERMENEUTICS
HER 301G Hermeneutics (3) An introduction to the principles and methods of Biblical interpretation. Prerequisite: One year college Greek.
HISTORY
HIS 501 Research and Writing (3)
HIS 531, 532, 533 The History of Christianity I-III (9) This course traces the rise of Christianity from its earliest beginning through the Reformation and up to modern times.
HIS 620 History of the Baptists (3) A study of the origin and growth of the Baptists from the time of Christ to the present. This course is manatory for all programs.
HIS 690 Independent Study (3-4) This course allows a student to independently examine a problem in history and present it in the form of a formal research paper. Offered upon request. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
HIS 699 History Seminar (3-4) Seminars in History are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing with a specific topic in History. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
HIS 700 Thesis (1-6)
HOMILETICS
HOM 201G Homiletics (3) The preparation and delivery of sermons and public addresses. Emphasis placed on practice preaching in which the student studies and delivers various types of sermons. Open only to ministerial students.
HOM 310G Evangelistic Preaching (3) Preparation and presentation of evangelistic preaching. Emphasis placed on a correct understanding of the gospel and how to present it. Open only to ministerial students.
HOM 311G Doctrinal Teaching and Preaching (3) Preparation and presentation of sermons, lectures, or Sunday School Lessons based on Biblical doctrines. Accurate interpretation of particular doctrines and clarity of delivery will be emphasized. May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
LATIN
LA 101G, 102G, 103G Elementary Latin I-III (9) An introduction to Classical Latin grammar focusing on elementary morphology and syntax.
LA 201G, 202G, 203G Intermediate Latin I-III (9) A continuation of LA 103. Prerequisite: LA 103.
LA 501 Ecclesiastical Latin (3) A study of Ecclesiastical Latin through the translation of various writings of the church Fathers.Prerequisite: LA 103G.
LA 560 Readings in Latin (3) Translation of selected passages of classical authors. May be taken as often as different authors are offered. Prerequisite: Two years of college Latin or the equivalent. May be taken by independent study with permission of instructor.
MINISTRY
MIN 511, 512 Pastoral Ministry I-II (6) A practical course to help the student prepare for ministry in the local church. It addresses routine pastoral functions, the administration of the ordinances, conducting of marriages and funerals, and other related matters. Open only to Junior and Senior level ministerial students.
MIN 520 Pastoral Counseling (3) A study of the essential Biblical principles of pastoral care and counseling in the local church and the use of Scripture in counseling with emphasis on the ability to relate to others.
MIN 599 Pastoral Internship (3-4) When it can be arranged, on-site experience in a local church under direct supervision of a pastor. Open only to ministerial students.
MISSIONS
MIS 501 Introduction to Missions (3) An introduction to the study of Biblical missions.
MIS 599 Missionary practicum (3-4) This course requires the student to spend 6-8 weeks with a missionary on the foreign field. This course is contingent upon the student working out the necessary arrangements with a missionary on the foreign field.
NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES
NT 501 New Testament Introduction and Survey (3) This course is designed to give the student an overall appreciation of the New Testament and related fields of study.
NT 501 The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah (3) A study of the life and times of Jesus through a subject format rather than a verse by verse exposition of the Gospels.
NOTE: Individual descriptions have not been written for courses dealing with Books of the New Testament. All such courses are designed to give the student a thorough grasp of the contents of each book within its historical setting while focusing on an expositional and critical analysis of important words, passages, and matters of theological significance. Courses will differ slightly with each professor.
NT 510 The Synoptic Gospels (3)
NT 511 The Gospel of John (3)
NT 512 The Book of Acts (2)
NT 513 Pauline Epistles: Romans (3)
NT 514 Pauline Epistles: 1 Corinthians—Galatians (3)
NT 515 Pauline Epistles: Ephesians—Philemon (3)
NT 516 Hebrews (2)
NT 517 The General Epistles (3)
NT 518 The Book of Revelation (3)
Books of the Bible at the 600 level generally require two years of college level Biblical Greek and consent of instructor.
NT 601 Matthew (3)
NT 602 Mark (3)
NT 603 Luke (3)
NT 604 John (3)
NT 614 II Thessalonians (2)
NT 615 I Timothy (3)
NT 616 II Timothy (3)
NT 617 Titus (1)
NT 605 Acts (3)
NT 618 Hebrews (3)
NT 606 Romans ( 3)
NT 619 James (2)
NT 607 I Corinthians (3)
NT 620 I Peter (2)
NT 608 II Corinthians (3)
NT 621 II Peter (2)
NT 622 I John (2)
NT 610 Ephesians (3)
NT 623 II-III John (1)
NT 611 Philippians (3)
NT 624 Jude (1)
NT 612 Colossians (3)
NT 625 Revelation (3)
NT 613 I Thessalonians (2)
NT 630 Difficult Passages in the New Testament (3) Designed to investigate selected passages of the New Testament that have been historically problematic or controversial.
NT 690 Independent Study in New Testament (1-4) This course allows the student to do independent research in some area of New Testament studies not specifically treated in other courses. Credit is allowed proportionate to the research not to exceed four quarter hours.
NT 699 New Testament Seminar (3-4)Seminars in New Testament studies are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing with the New Testament. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
OT 501 Old Testament Introduction and Survey (3) This course is designed to give the student an overall appreciation of the Old Testament and related fields of study.
NOTE: Individual descriptions have not been written for courses dealing with Books of the Old Testament. All such courses are designed to give the student a thorough grasp of the contents of each book within its historical setting while focusing on an expositional and critical analysis of important words, passages, and matters of theological significance. Courses will differ slightly with each professor.
OT 510 The Pentateuch (3)
OT 511 The Historical Books (3)
OT 512 The Poetical Books (3)
OT 513 The Major Prophets (3)
OT 514 The Minor Prophets (3)
Books of the Bible at the 600 level generally require two years of college level Biblical Hebrew and consent of instructor.
OT 601 Genesis (3)
OT 618 Job (3)
OT 602 Exodus (3)
OT 619 Psalms (3)
OT 603 Leviticus (3)
OT 620 Proverbs (3)
OT 604 Numbers (3)
OT 621 Ecclesiastes (3)
OT 605 Deuteronomy (3)
OT 622 Song of Solomon (1)
OT 606 Joshua (3)
OT 623 Isaiah (3)
OT 607 Judges (3)
OT 624 Jeremiah/Lamentations (3)
OT 608 Ruth (1)
OT 625 Ezekiel (3)
OT 609 I Samuel (3)
OT 626 Daniel (3)
OT 610 II Samuel (3)
OT 627 Hosea (2)
OT 611 I Kings (3)
OT 628 Joel (1)
OT 612 II Kings (3)
OT 629 Amos (2)
OT 613 I Chronicles (3)
OT 630 Obadiah -Jonah (1)
OT 614 II Chronicles (3)
OT 631 Micah-Nahum (2)
OT 615 Ezra (1)
OT 632 Habakkuk- Haggai (2)
OT 616 Nehemiah (1)
OT 633 Zechariah (2)
OT 617 Esther (1)
OT 634 Malachi (1)
OT 635 Genesis 1-11 (3) An intensive verse by verse analysis and exposition of the first eleven chapters of the Book of Genesis.
OT 650 Introduction to the Talmud and Rabbinic Literature (3)
OT 690 Independent Study in Old Testament (1-4)This course allows the student to do independent research in some area of Old Testament studies not specifically treated in other courses. Credit is allowed proportionate to the research not to exceed four quarter hours. Limited to Juniors and Seniors with permission of instructor.
OT 699 Old Testament Seminar (3-4)Seminars in Old Testament studies are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing with the Old Testament. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
PHILOSOPHY
PH 510 World Religions (3) A survey of some of the major living religions of the world, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto, and Islam. These religions are compared with each other and Christianity.
PH 610 Ethics (3) A study of the Christian responses to the ethical problems of society in the light of the moral teaching of the Bible.
THEOLOGY
TH 501, 502, 503 Bible Doctrines I-III (9) A study of the basic doctrines upon which Christianity is based. This series need not be taken in order.
TH 510 Theology of the Cults (3) The major cults of America are examined with reference to their origin, development, doctrine, and practice.
TH 511 Survey of Catholic and Protestant Theology (3) A study of the Roman Catholic and the major Protestant systems of theology.
TH 512 Ecclesiology (3) A thorough examination of the New Testament in regard to the origin, nature, purpose and function of the church. Attention is given to the various conflicting views of the church. The purpose of this course is to help the student form Biblical convictions on the origin, nature, polity, and work of the church that Jesus built. This course is mandatory for all programs.
TH 599 Biblical Eschatology (3) Biblical Eschatology, technically, is the branch of theology dealing with “last things” such as death, immortality, the resurrection, the judgment, and the end of the world—all of which are covered in the Systematic Theology courses. The focus of this course, however, is to examine the Bible concerning the events prior to and after the return of Christ. The aim of this course is to present the various eschatological systems in a fair and balanced way.
TH 601, 602, 603, Systematic Theology I-III (9) The course consists of a biblical, historical, and systematic study of Bible doctrine.
TH 699 Theology Seminar (3-4) Seminars in Theology are offered periodically. These are advanced courses dealing specifically with matters of theology. Seminar formats will differ with each instructor, but generally, along with traditional lectures by the professor, seminars allow students the unique opportunity to do advanced research within the subject area of the seminar and to exchange their results through oral reports and class discussions. A formal research paper of the student’s work is usually submitted to the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
"FOR CHRIST AND THE CHURCH"
