Bible Courses: Each course contains core content for undergraduate and graduate students and graduate assignments for graduate students only.
BIBL105 – New Testament Survey, 3 credits
This course surveys the entire New Testament and develops the overarching themes of the Bible begun in the Old Testament and revealed in the New Testament. It focuses on the theme, purpose, structure, and basic content of each individual book and the relation of each book to the whole Bible. Strong emphasis is given to the application of the message of each book for personal spiritual development and ministry. Attention is paid to the incarnation, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the story of the early Church as it proclaimed the themes of transgression, redemption, and consummation.
- Teacher: Dr. Ed Roller
BIBL104 – Old Testament Survey, 3 credits
This course surveys the entire Old Testament with an emphasis on its historical and theological foundation to the great ideas of the Bible–creation, transgression, redemption, and consummation. The three main genre of the Old Testament (narrative, poetry, and prophecy) will be studied along with the significance of the great eschatological covenants (Abrahamic, Davidic, Palestinian, and New) and Israel’s place in God’s plan. The student will behold the faithfulness of God toward Israel and be introduced to the nature and love of God. He will be introduced to the purpose of the Law and its typology and witness the unfolding of the Messianic anticipation and cultivate a worshipful heart.
- Teacher: Dr. Ed Roller
BIBL 301 - Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods, 3 credits
This course is an introduction to various tools of Bible study and a methodical and inductive approach to the study of the Scriptures, basic laws, and principles of interpretation. This course provides an opportunity to practice using these tools, methods, and principles. The student will complete practical assignments using the three steps of observation, interpretation, and application. And will interact with the professor and colleagues to accurately evaluate findings.
- Teacher: Dr. Kenneth Acha
An in-depth study of the missionary life and writings of the apostle Paul—a quintessential missionary. Focus is made on his passion for missions & the gospel message he preached and how he lived it out.
- Teacher: Dr. Ed Roller