General Courses:

Bi.101 THEOLOGY. A study which examines the basic doctrines of Scripture. (4 hours)

Bi.102 BIBLE SUMMARY. A course which examines the basic content of every Bible Character. (8 hours)

Bi.103 GOSPEL OF JOHN. This course is designed to emphasize the deity of Christ and His public ministry. Chapters 1:1 to 12:25.
(2 hours)

Bi.104 GOSPEL OF JOHN. This course covers the private ministry of Jesus in John, chapters 13:1 to 21:25. (2 hours)

Bi.105 HEBREWS. A verse by verse analysis of the book of Hebrews.Emphasis is placed on the pre.eminence of Jesus Chnst.
(4 hours)

Bi. 106 ROMANS. A verse by verse study of the doctrines of condemnation and justification. Chapters 1:1 to 5:11. (4 hours)

Bi.107 ROMANS. A verse by verse study of the doctrines of Sanctification, Glorification, and Consecration. Chapters 5:12 to 16:26. (4 hours)

Bi.108 HOW WE GOT OUR BIBLE. Studies on the origin, History, compiling, and language of the Scripture.(3 hours)

Bi.109 UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE. Introductions to methods and techniques for understanding the Bible as God's Word. This will aid in understanding and teaching God's Word.(4 hours)

Bi. 110 OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES. This course is to acquaint the student with the books of the Old Testament, Genesis through Deuteronomy, giving an overview of God's working among men from creation to Israel's deliverance from Egypt.(4 hours)

Bi. 111 ISRAEL'S HISTORY. This course is a continuation of Bi. 110, and explores the 12 historical books of the Old Testament. It provides the student with a workable knowledge of Israel's history. (4 hours)

Bi.112 NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES. The student gets an overall view of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. This course aids the student in understanding the work of Christ in the first four New Testament books. (4 hours)

Bi. 113 OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY. A survey of the books of the Old Testament with special consideration given to the historical structure of the periods relating to each individual book. Important doctrinal teaching are emphasized especially as they relate to New Testament Truth. (3 hours)

Bi. 114 NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY. A survey of the books of the New Testament with special emphasis given to both the doctrinal and historical framework of each book demonstrating integrity, purpose and unity. (3 hours)

Bi.1 15/ ELEMENTAL DOCTRINE. A comprehensive introduction to the 116 essential doctrines of the Scriptures, from a Premillenial, Dispensational, and Baptistic approach.(3 hours)

Bi.l 17 BIBLE GEOGRAPHY. A survey of Bible lands noting their topography and natural characteristics. Important places are located and associated with Bible Truths. Map work is emphasized.(3 hours)

Bi.221 GENESIS. A study of the book of Genesis in relation to authorship, as well as the religious and social aspects of the book.
(3 hours)

Bi.222 EXODUS. An intensive study of the book of Exodus as to authorship, events, and its relationship to the whole Bible. (2 hours)

Bi.223 LEVITICUS. A study of the book of Leviticus as to authorship, the moral and social laws as well as judgements given to Israel. (2 hours)

Bi.224 NUMBERS. A study of the book of Numbers as to authorship, events, and history of Israel during the forty years of wandering. (2 hours)

Bi.225 DEUTERONOMY. A study of the book of Deuteronomy as to authorship, Moses reviewing the law with the Children of Israel as they prepare to enter the promised land. (2 hours)

Bi.226 ROMANS. A study of Romans as to authorship, time and date of its writing, message and doctrines. (4 hours)

Bi.227/228 LIFE OF CHRIST. A study of the life and ministry of our Lord, together with an understanding of His teaching in its major theological and practical implications as found in the four Gospel accounts. The study proceeds in a chronological fashion, using a harrnony of the Gospels, a text, lectures and discussion. (3 hours)

Bi.229 HERMENEUTICS. A study of the science of interpretation of the Word of God by numerous principles based on the Scriptures themselves. (3 hours)

Bi.230 PENTATEUCH. A study of the first five books of the Old Testament. First 12 chapters of Genesis. Lives of the patriarchs,the Exodus, and the sacrificial system. (4 hours)

Bi.231 ACTS OF THE APOSTLES. The works of the Holy Spirit through the lives of the Apostles, and the foundational principles of the work of the church.(2 hours)

Bi.232 PAULINE EPISTLES I. Foundational considerations regarding the Gospel of Grace. Expositional on Romans and Galatians. Paul's use of the Old Testament explored. Salvation by Grace through Faith is fully developed.(3 hours)

Bi.233 PAULINE EPISTLES II. The believers life and hope in Christ. Study the following books: I and II Thess., Ephesians, Colossians, Philippians, and Philemon. Emphasis on believer's standing in Christ, and the principles which guide the Christian in his walk with the Lord.(3 hours)

Bi.234 PAULINE EPISTLES III. Ministerial considerations in the local Church. The books of I and II Corinthians, I and II Timothy, and Titus are studied. Special attention to problem passages.
(3 hours)

Bi.30l POETICAL BOOKS AND MINOR PROPHETS. Each of the books from Job through Song of Solomon is studied in terms of their distinct literary form and Spiritual Truths. (3 hours)

Bi.302 BIBLE HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY. The student is given a chronological survey of the Old and New Testaments, including a survey of the intertestamental period. Geographical aspects of the Bible are observed. Archaeological discoveries are considered as they confirm the Scriptures and bear upon their interpretation. (4 hours)

Bi.303 REVELATION. The content and argument of the book of Revelation are studied in view of Biblical Eschatology. (3 hours)

Bi.304/305 HEBREW HISTORY. A careful study of the entire history of God's chosen people, the Jews, especially from the Biblical account, beginnin with the call of Abraham to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D.(3 hours)

Bi.306HEBREWS AND GENERAL EPISTLES. A detailed study of the New Testament epistles of Hebrews, James, Peter, John and Jude.Emphasizing the setting, theme and practical application of each. (3 hours)

Bi.307MINOR PROPHETS. Emphasis on the Soteriological and Eschatological sections. (3 hours)

Bi.308MAJOR PROPHETS. Emphasis on the Theological importance of the books, with special attention given to the Messianic sections. (3 hours)

Bi.309INDEPENDENT BIBLICAL RESEARCH. Allows the student to engage on his own, a personal research into the Scriptures in a selected area of the Bible. Approval must be obtained from the Academic Dean before beginning the project.
(4 hours)

Bi.310HEART OF THE NEW TESTAMENT. Relates to the times of Christ and provides a background of information to enlighten the student's understanding when studying the Bible itself. (4 hours)

Bi.311BIBLICAL THEOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT. TheNew Testament is examined author by author. The background, audience, and particular Theology are studied.
(4 hours)

Bi.312CHURCH HISTORY. The rise, development, and expansion of Christianity up to the Reformation is surveyed. (4 hours)

Bi.3l3CHURCH HISTORY. A second semester study of the Reformation and subsequent history of the Church. (4 hours)

Bi.3l4HOMILETICS. A basic course in sermon construction.
(4 hours)

Bi.41O DANIEL AND REVELATION. A study is made of the book of Revelation as to its authorship, its message, and how it relates today. Daniel is also studied in relation to the book of Revelation. (4 hours)

Bi.411/412 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY. This course is based on the definitions treated in Bible doctrine, and attention is given to the relationship between doctrines. Continuity of doctrine from Theology Proper to Eschatology is maintained rather than a study of one isolated body of teaching. A study of Bibliology, Theology Proper, Christology, and Pneumatology is made in the first semester. Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology,Ecclesiology, Angelology, and Eschatology are studied the second semester. (3 hours)

Bi.413/414 BIBLE PROPHECY. A study of the great prophecies of the Old and New Testaments with special emphasis upon the literal verses the allegorical method of interpretation, Dispensational versus Covenant Theology, First and Second Comings of Christ, Rapture, tribulation, Day of the Lord, restoration of Israel, nature of the future Kingdom, the Kingdom as presented in the Gospels, the Eschatological discourses of Christ, future judgements, new heaven and new earth. (3 hours)

Bi.415 DIRECTED STUDY. This course is offered by invitation of the instructor only. An oppoflunity to explore a theme or themes outside the regular curriculum. The specific topics will be detennined by the instructor. Limited to one such study per semester. (3 hours)

Bi.416 INDEPENDENT READING AND RESEARCH. Reading and research in the area of Biblical studies. Subject to the counsel and evaluation of the professor.(4 hours)

Bi.417 GUIDED READING AND RESEARCH. Guided reading and research in the area of Biblical studies, subject to the counsel and evaluation of the professor. (Open to D.Min. and Th.D candidates by permission of Faculty Advisor.) (4 hours)

Bi.418 GREAT MEN OF THE BIBLE. This course allows the student to study the lives of O.T. and N.T. men. Provides a rich resource of Biblical illustrations for sermons. (4 hours)

Bi.419 SEVEN DISPENSATIONS. A detailed study of Man's response in obedience to God during the periods of Innocence, Conscience, Human Government, Promise, Law, Church and Kingdom. (4 hours)

Bi.420 KOINE GREEK. Does not prepare the student in the Greek language, but is a word study leading the student to appreciate the Bible language. (3 hours)

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