TH 175: Theology
Theology includes the study of the attributes, names, sovereignty, Trinity and existence of God.
TH 177: Christology
Christology includes the study of the humanity and deity of Christ, His attributes, virgin birth, kenosis (self-emptying) sinlessness, death, burial, resurrection and ascension. Special focus is placed on the redemptive work of Christ.
TH 176: Anthropology/Hamartiology
Anthropology includes the creation and fall of man, his material and immaterial parts (the body, soul and spirit), his state of innocence, and his fall. Hamartiology looks at the definitions and origins of sin in the universe.
BI 194: Life of Christ
Investigation of the person and work of Christ, His deity and humanity. The Gospels are studied from a chronological perspective of Christ’s life, harmonizing the four accounts. The culture, geography and religious groups of Christ’s time are examined as they relate to the travels and teachings of Christ. Particular attention is paid to the problems of Pharisaism, the depravity of man, and Christ’s mission of redemption as well as the relevance of Christ’s teaching for believers today.
BI 195: Acts
As a transitional book, Acts demonstrates how the Gospel spread from Jerusalem to the Gentile world, how the Holy Spirit’s ministry expanded, and how the church became a distinct entity from the nation of Israel. The historical settings of the Epistles are examined to provide a backdrop for the Pauline Epistles. Theological issues of church polity, the role of tongues and miracles, water baptism and missions are also discussed.
BI 198: 1 Corinthians
1 Corinthians addresses many issues believers face today such as division, Body function and gifts, immorality, taking believers to court, church discipline, marriage and divorce, liberty, the Lord’s Table, tongues, and the resurrection.
BI 167: Prophets
A survey of the major and minor prophets, placing them chronologically in Israel’s history. Focus is given to God’s judgment of sin and the promises of the coming Redeemer; as well as to the Tribulation, Millennium, Armageddon and the judgment of nations.
MI 173: Bible Basis of Missions
A biblical look at God’s global plan for the redemption of mankind as revealed in the Old and New Testaments. Topics include the lost state of the heathen, the need for laborers to take the Gospel to those who do not know Christ, and the role of prayer and the Holy Spirit in relation to the believers’ responsibility in missions.
BI 172: Hermeneutics II
Applying the principles learned in Hermeneutics I, this course shows the outworking of a literal, historical-grammatical hermeneutic in the big picture context of Biblical history, emphasizing progressive revelation and key distinctions in how God has worked with mankind at various stages.
BI 141: Job
The earliest written book of the Bible contains lessons for the believer about the sovereignty of God, the person and limitations of Satan, as well as life’s trials.
BI 144: Psalms
An analytical and practical approach to understand the nature of the Psalms, divisions of the book, types of Psalms and their practical relevance today. Recognizing the genres of Psalms, such as didactic, imprecatory, praise and thanksgiving, is essential to the correct interpretation of poetical writings.
SO 101: Foundations for Learning
Maximizing academic potential by investigating practical issues such as note taking, studying, test taking, and time management. The “why” and the “how” are explained.
BI 147: Ezra/Nehemiah/Esther
A survey of these books as they relate to the post-captivity period. Application of the books’ timeless principles is made to believers’ lives and ministry today.
MI 153: Hold the Ropes
Involvement in church planting among unreached indigenous people groups through prayer, instruction, and study of the work of NTM missionaries. Understanding world needs as well as the needs of people who have yet to hear the Gospel in their heart language, and the struggles involved in ministering to tribal people.
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