Old Testament Courses
| 100 | OT | OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY – Key teachings of the Torah. | |
| 101 | OT | EXODUS – An examination of the book with particular emphasis on the major themes. | |
| 106 | OT | JOSHUA – A study of the geography, chronology and harmony of events as evidenced by the book of Joshua, Judges and Ruth. | |
| 108 | OT | RUTH – A study of the inspiring love story which demonstrates God’s providential care. | |
| 123 | OT | ISAIAH – A study of the background, geography and events (survey) | |
| 124 | OT | JEREMIAH – An analytical and expository survey of Jeremiah giving particular attention to the date and historical setting. | |
| 126 | OT | EZEKIEL – Expository survey giving particular attention to the date, historical setting, and prophetic theme of the book. | |
| 127 | OT | DANIEL – An analytical study of Daniel from the premillenial stand-point, noting the historical context of the book and its relationship with the book of Revelation. | |
| 130 | OT | AMOS – A general survey of the book of Amos focusing on the historical background, authorship, analysis, and expositional value of the book. | |
| 138 | OT | MALACHI – A general survey of the book, authorship, historical background, analysis and expositional value of the book. | |
| 140 | OT | PSALMS – An in-depth study of representative types of Psalmic materials with attention given to questions of historical setting. | |
| 144 | OT | HISTORY OF ISRAEL – A study of background, geography, and events leading to an understanding of the ancient Greeks. | |
| 145 | OT | ANTHROPOLOGY: THE EGYPTIANS – An in-depth study of Egypt’s role in the Biblical narrative. | |
| 168 | OT | HISTORY OF THE BIBLE – A detailed investigation of how we got our Bible. | |
| 170 | OT | PROPHETIC TEACHINGS OF DANIEL – An intensive study of the book of Daniel, and comparing Daniel and Revelation. | |
| 171 | OT | LOOKING AND LEARNING IN JUDGES – A survey of the book of Judges. The events of this book cover the turbulent period of Israel’s history from about 1380 to 1050 B.C. | |
| 173 | OT | THE POETICAL BOOKS – A survey of the historical background, nature, and purpose of divine revelation in the poetic literature of the Old Testament. | |
| 181 | OT | EGYPTOLOGY – An in-depth dynastic study of Egypt; the geography, and culture. | |
| 182 | OT | HAGGAI – ZECHARIAH – A survey of Haggai and Zechariah focusing on date, authorship and events. | |
| 183 | OT | ANTHROPOLOGY: THE EDOMITES – A detailed investigation tracing the desendants of Esau. | |
| 184 | OT | PROPHESIES FULFILLED — SIGNS OF THE SECOND COMING An in-depth study of the prophesies already fulfilled in the Old Testament pointing to the Messiah in the New Testament. | |
| 185 | OT | THE PROPHESIED MESSIAH – A survey of the Old testament prophesies of the coming Messiah. | |
| 186 | OT | HISTORY OF THE BIBLE – A study of textual criticism and the Dead Sea Scrolls. | |
| 187 | OT | HISTORY OF THE BIBLE: GREECE – A study of background, geography, and events leading to an understanding of the ancient Greeks. | |
| 188 | OT | JUDAISM – A study of the Jewish religion as practiced by the Orthodox, conservatives, and reformed. | |
| 189 | OT | OLD TESTAMENT TYPES OF CHRIST – A study of the types of Christ in the Old Testament and fulfilled in Jesus Christ. | |
| 190 | OT | HISTORY OF THE BIBLE: BABYLON A study of Old- and Neo-Babylonian history. | |
| 191 | OT | SYNOPSIS OF GENESIS – A study of Creationism vs. Evolutionism. | |
| 192 | OT | SURVEY OF EXODUS – An in-depth study of the Israelites’ deliverance from bondage. | |
| 193 | OT | MICAH – A survey of Micah with particular attention to the background, analysis, and content of the book. | |
| 194 | OT | HISTORY OF ISRAEL – A study of Joshua, Judges, the Monarchy, and the divided kingdom. | |
| 195 | OT | OLD TESTAMENT BIOGRAPHIES An examination of noted Old Testament personalities. | |
| 196 | OT | SEVEN FEASTS OF ISRAEL A study of the feasts emphasizing Christ in the Seder Feast. | |
| 197 | OT | FEASTS OF THE TABERNACLE An in-depth study of the Christological meaning. | |
| 198 | OT | SURVEY OF THE TEMPLE An in-depth study of the major Biblical temples. | |
| 199 | OT | INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY – A study of the archaeological contributions and accuracy of the Old Testament. |
New Testament Courses
| 200 | NT | MATTHEW – An exegetical study of the Gospel of Matthew based on the English text. | |
| 201 | NT | MARK – An in-depth study of the Gospel of Mark based on the English text. | |
| 202 | NT | LUKE – An intensive study of the Gospel of Luke based on the English text. | |
| 203 | NT | JOHN – An intensive exegetical study of the Gospel of John including an investigation of the uniqueness of this Gospel compared with the synoptic Gospels. | |
| 206 | NT | ROMANS – An intensive exegetical study of Paul’s epistle to the Romans, including an investigation of The Doctrines of Salvation, Sanctification and proper Christian conduct. | |
| 207 | NT | I CORINTHIANS – An intensive exegetical study of Paul’s epistle to the Corinthians taking into account the authorship, back- ground, distinction, and purpose. | |
| 208 | NT | II CORINTHIANS – An analytical and expository study of II Corinthians examining the historical back ground and the doctrinal and ethical teachings. | |
| 209 | NT | GALATIANS – An exegetical study of the letter to the Galatians in its historical setting in the life of Paul. | |
| 210 | NT | EPHESIANS – An exegetical and theological interpretation of the Ephesian letter. | |
| 211 | NT | PHILIPPIANS – An analytical and expository study of Paul’s letter to the Philippians examining the historical background. | |
| 212 | NT | COLOSSIANS – An analytical and expository study of Colossians emphasizing the theological development, structure, and doctrines. | |
| 215 | NT | I TIMOTHY – An expository treatment of the Epistles to Timothy emphasizing the personal responsibilities of the Pastor as he administers the affairs of a local church. | |
| 216 | NT | II TIMOTHY – An analytical and expository study of II Timothy examining the teaching concerning leadership, organization of the church, and the ministry. | |
| 219 | NT | HEBREWS – An analytical expository study of Hebrews examining the audience and theme of the book, emphasizing the person and work of Christ. | |
| 220 | NT | JAMES – An exegetical and theological study of the Epistle of James based on the English text. | |
| 221 | NT | I PETER – An analytical and expository study of I Peter concerning the situation, circumstances of writings, authorship and date. | |
| 222 | NT | II PETER – An analytical and expository study of II Peter as a reminder of the truth of Christianity as opposed to heresies and the certainty of the Second Coming of Christ. | |
| 223 | NT | I JOHN – An analytical, expository and thematic study of the Johannine Epistle. | |
| 226 | NT | JUDE – An analytical, expository study of the book of Jude focusing on its authorship, date, and purposes. | |
| 227 | NT | REVELATION – An analytical and expository study of Revelation examining the historical, symbolic, doctrinal, and prophetic elements. | |
| 240 | NT | MIRACLES OF THE GOSPELS – An analytical and expository study emphasizing the miracles and discourses of Christ in the Synoptic Gospels. | |
| 260 | NT | CHRIST IN THE PASSOVER – An analytical and expository study of Christ in the Passover — the type in the Old Testament fulfilled in Christ. | |
| 270 | NT | THE RAPTURE – An expository study of the events of the end time events — Christ coming for His church. | |
| 272 | NT | THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS – A comparative study of Mark, Matthew and Luke based on the English text | |
| 273 | NT | EIGHT GREAT MIRACLES OF JOHN – An in-depth expository study emphasizing the main great miracles of the Gospel of John. | |
| 279 | NT | SURVEY OF MATTHEW – An expository and analytical study of the Gospel of Matthew emphasizing historical background, geographical setting, political situation, and religious conditions. | |
| 290 | NT | II AND III JOHN – An in-depth expository study of Second and Third John, examining their authorship, dates and purposes. | |
| 291 | NT | PAUL IN ARCHAEOLOGY – A survey study of Paul in archaeology, focusing on dates, background and purpose. | |
| 292 | NT | PAUL IN ARCHAEOLOGY II – An in-depth study of Paul in archaeology, focusing on dates, background, geography and purpose. | |
| 294 | NT | NEW TESTAMENT BIOGRAPHIES – An analytical and expository study of the disciples of Jesus Christ, their call and ministry. | |
| 295 | NT | SERMON ON THE MOUNT – An in-depth expository study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. | |
| 296 | NT | TITUS AND PHILEMON – An in-depth expository study of Titus and Philemon examining their authorship, dates, and purposes. | |
| 297 | NT | I AND II THESSALONIANS – An analytical and expository study of First and Second Thessalonians, their authorship, date and purpose. | |
| 298 | NT | II PETER AND JUDE – An analytical and expository study of Second Peter and Jude, their authorship, date and purpose. | |
| 299 | NT | INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY – A survey of important archaeological findings in relation to the New Testament scriptures. |
Doctrine Courses
| 300 | DS | DOCTRINE OF MAN AND SIN – A detailed study of the major themes related to the depravity of man, salvation, and the consummation of God’s redemptive purpose. | |
| 301 | DS | SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY I An intensive study in a selected topic of theology. | |
| 302 | DS | SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY II – A survey in major topics of theology related to the redemption of man (repentance, faith, salvation, conversion, regeneration, sanctification, etc.) | |
| 303 | DS | SIN: THE ORIGIN, CONSEQUENCES AND CURE – An intensive exegetical study of the fall of Adam and the redemption through Christ Jesus. | |
| 304 | DS | HERMENEUTICS – A study of basic principles and guidelines for a sound interpretation of scripture; the history of interpretation is surveyed. | |
| 305 | DS | ANGELOLOGY An intensive exegetical study of angels and their ministry. | |
| 306 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE RESURRECTION – An intensive exegetical study of the Resurrection of the just and the unjust. | |
| 307 | DS | SOTERIOLOGY – A study of the provision and application of salvation covering such doctrines as redemption, propitiation, reconciliation, election, calling, justification, regeneration, sanctification, and perseverance. | |
| 308 | DS | DISPENSATIONALISM – A detailed explanation of the rise, development presuppositions, hermeneutics, and major teachings of dispensationalism, major divisions of the Bible found in the premillennial system of interpretation. | |
| 309 | DS | RELIGION IN BIBLICAL DAYS – An in-depth study of worship under the law (animal sacrifices) as compared to worship under grace (Christ our sacrifice). | |
| 310 | DS | DEMONOLOGY – An intensive exegetical study of demons; their evil work; their master and their future destiny. | |
| 311 | DS | ESCHATOLOGY – An in-depth study of the nature of the Church and The Doctrine of Last Things. | |
| 312 | DS | THE MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT – An in-depth study of the examination of the various facets and work of the Holy Spirit. | |
| 314 | DS | ECCLESIOLOGY – An exaministion of the distinctive nature of the Church; it’s origin, mission, and destiny. | |
| 315 | DS | CHRISTOLOGY – A study of The Doctrine of the Person of Christ considered from the perspectives of Biblical, historical and systematic theology. | |
| 316 | DS | THE DOCTRINE OF GOD AND CHRIST – An in-depth study in the Biblical foundation of The Doctrine of God and Christ. | |
| 317 | DS | INSPIRATION OF THE SCRIPTURES – An examination of the inspiration of the Bible; it’s authenticity and infallibility. | |
| 318 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE SALVATION – A study of the provision and application of salvation; the course commences with an investigation of various items in relation to the person and work of the Saviour. | |
| 320 | DS | NAMES OF GOD A survey of the names of God and their meaning. | |
| 322 | DS | SATANISM A study of Satan; his beginning, work and destiny. | |
| 325 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE TRINITY – An intensive exegetical study in the Biblical foundation of The Doctrine of the Trinity and a consideration of its historical development. | |
| 326 | DS | THE NATURE, DEGREES AND WORKS OF GOD – A study to develop a fresh Christian theological perspective on the created order – topics to be explored include the role of nature in the life of the Church and the relationship between God and man. | |
| 330 | DS | STEWARDSHIP – An exploration of the theological perspectives on the practice of stewardship, guidelines for developing a program of stewardship education for a local congregation. | |
| 335 | DS | DOCTRINE OF BIBLIOLOGY – An in-depth study of the history and geography of the Bible, with special emphasis on place names, their history and their importance for economic, cultural, and theological development in the Bible. | |
| 337 | DS | MAJOR BIBLICAL DOCTRINES – A survey of major Biblical doctrines will include: Apologetics; Christology; Pneumatology; Soteriology; Ecclesiology; Eschatology. | |
| 338 | DS | BAPTIST DISTINCTIVES – A study of Baptist origins, development, principles, characteristics, leaders, and thought issues in Baptist life. | |
| 350 | DS | THE MINISTRY AND WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT – A detailed study of the person and work of the Holy Spirit emphasizing his personality and his work in both Testaments (Pneumatology). | |
| 351 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE PRE-EXISTENT CHRIST – An in-depth study showing the creator and the great “I AM” of the Old Testament to be the Christ in the New Testament. | |
| 352 | DS | DOCTRINE OF CONVERSION – An exegetical and theological interpretation of The Doctrine of Conversion. | |
| 353 | DS | DOCTRINE OF SANCTIFICATION – An in-depth study of sanctification; its beginning and process in the believer. | |
| 354 | DS | DOCTRINE OF JUSTIFICATION – A Biblical and historical study of The Doctrine of Justification with theological reflection upon the saving significance of the death of Christ. | |
| 355 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE JUDGEMENT SEAT OF CHRIST – An in-depth study of The Judgement of Christ for believers in heaven, rewards, crowns. | |
| 356 | DS | DOCTRINE OF THE GREAT WHITE THRONE OF JUDGEMENT An in-depth study of The Great White Throne of Judgement for the lost and their ultimate doom. | |
| 389 | DS | ANTHROPOLOGY – A detailed study of man and his relationship to God; his origin, mission and destiny. |
Ministry & Practical Skills
| 401 | MPS | WITNESSING TO WIN THOSE OF OTHER FAITHS – A study of major religions of the world with special attention to the Christian missionary approach to other religions. | |
| 402 | MPS | HOMILETICS I – A study of the nature of preaching and principles of sermon construction, with attention given to basic materials of the sermon, methods of preparation and delivery, and problems of the preaching ministry. | |
| 403 | MPS | HOMILETICS II – Basic principles of voice articulation, oral interpretation of scripture, and sermon delivery are considered. | |
| 404 | MPS | PERSONAL EVANGELISM – An examination of strategies and methods for conserving the evangelistic harvest with special attention given to evaluating current programs of discipleship and follow-up evangelism. | |
| 405 | MPS | COMPARATIVE RELIGION – An examination of important contemporary American religious groups from the standpoint of the Christian faith, including: Mormons; Jehovah’s Witnesses; The Unification Church; Withcraft and Astrology, and the New Age Movement. | |
| 406 | MPS | PREPARATION AND TEACHING METHODS – A practical study of the New Testament ministry of teaching with an emphasis given to philosophy, principles and practices of teaching, learning situations, with experience in preparation an presentation of lesson plans. | |
| 407 | MPS | BIBLICAL GEOGRAPHY – An investigation of the history, customs, archaeology, and geography of the Biblical world from Creation through the post-exilic period. | |
| 408 | MPS | PASTORAL CRISIS COUNSELING – A practical course to equip the pastor, minister, or lay person to recognize and Biblically deal with many of the problems and issues that are prevalent in the Church today. | |
| 409 | MPS | CHURCH ORDINANCES – An intensive exegetical study of church ordinances: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. | |
| 414 | MPS | CHURCH ADMINISTRATION – A basic survey course covering the functions of the local Church and its effective administration. | |
| 415 | MPS | BEGINNING GREEK – The elements of Kione Greek for beginners in the Greek New Testament. | |
| 416 | MPS | WEDDINGS AND FUNERALS – An intensive workshop experience in the practice of weddings and funerals, with particular emphasis on the formal wedding and sermons for funerals. | |
| 417 | MPS | EXPERIENCING GOD – Intensive training in methods for equipping individuals and groups in the local Church to engage in spiritual maturity and sanctification process. | |
| 419 | MPS | EARLY CHURCH HISTORY – A survey of early Church history, including Church government, ministry, historiography, early Christian apologetics, and the various collections of early Christian literature. | |
| 424 | MPS | PASTORAL PSYCHOLOGY – An intensive counseling experience designed to enhance self-awareness, promote personality exploration, and provide discussion and analysis; fundamentals on the therapeutic relationship and essential skills are examined. | |
| 425 | MPS | CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGY – A study in the nature and methods of a theological system after an initial discussion of what constitutes a theological system; such principles will be applied in the study of various existing systems. | |
| 427 | MPS | HOSPITAL MINISTRY – Personal and professional preparation for effective care of those facing physical sickness or imminent death, and of their families, in light of Biblical, theological, and behavioral perspectives. | |
| 430 | MPS | MISSIONS IN ACTION – A study of the philosophies, methodologies, and contemporary developments in the Christian mission work with focus on the rural-urban and the urban contexts. | |
| 432 | MPS | THE REFORMATION – A survey of the history of Christianity from Apostolic times through the Reformation. | |
| 433 | MPS | ENCOUNTERING GRIEF – An intensive study of the pastoral care of persons experiencing bereavement, marital conflict, mental illness, alcoholism, divorce, aging, mental retardation, etc. | |
| 435 | MPS | PREMARITAL, MARRIAGE AND FAMILY COUNSELING – Theological and family systems perspectives in the pastoral care of families; specialized ministries to family systems. | |
| 436 | MPS | CHURCH IN THE MIDDLE AGES – A study of church history from the Medieval period and the Protestant Reformation, including the study of Luther, Calvin, Zwingli, and others to the present. | |
| 439 | MPS | BASIC BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY – An interpretation of the Bible by historical periods in the light of specific archaeological discoveries. | |
| 443 | MPS | TEXTUAL CRITICISM – An introduction to the materials, history, and principles of New testament textual criticism; application of the principles to selected passages in the Greek New Testament. | |
| 450 | MPS | EVANGELISM: PERSONAL /CHURCH – A comprehensive experience in an international setting, including both personal and church evangelism, and includes practical involvement and exposure to various methodologies and ministries of evangelism. | |
| 455 | MPS | UNDERSTANDING THE ELEMENTS OF MUSIC – A survey course covering the use of music in worship, a Christian hymnody, and Church music administration; designed primarily for students interested in the pastoral ministry. | |
| 462 | MPS | THE HOW TO’S OF DISCIPLESHIP – An exploration of leader and follower styles, situational factors in leadership, theological foundations for leadership (doctrine of humanity), consultive skills for ministers, and the stewardship of power and authority in the ministry. | |
| 468 | MPS | MUSIC/YOUTH – A study of the philosophy and practice of music ministry of the Church with youth, emphasizing methods and materials. | |
| 475 | MPS | ARCHAEOLOGY OF JERUSALEM – A study of the historical, geographical, chronological and cultural setting of the Bible in Jerusalem as seen through the results of archaeological excavation. | |
| 497 | MPS | STRENGTHENING FAMILIES – An exploration of one’s family of origin as a primary force in shaping one’s theology; Biblical perspectives and family systems theory as resources for understanding one’s family as its influence on one’s ministry. | |
| 498 | MPS | SUNDAY SCHOOL – Examines the history, philosophy, and the program of the Sunday School; examines the Sunday School program of the large, super aggressive Baptsit Church. |
