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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
(Fall, Spring) 3 hrs. BI 111 is a survey course of the entire Bible. Both the Old Testament and New Testament are considered from the standpoints of history, literature, and theology. From the standpoint of history, the course examines the Old Testament account of creation and how God is subsequently portrayed at work through the centuries, culminating with the New Testament record of Christ's coming and the early church's formation. From the standpoint of literature and theology, the diverse literary units of both Testaments are considered as well as their thematic unity which theologically grounds God's unfolding redemption and revelation in Jesus Christ
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3.00 Credits
(Fall, Spring) 3 hrs. This course consists of an investigation into the practices and procedures for properly reading and interpreting the Bible. The course is geared toward providing a practical, hands-on approach to the practice of biblical interpretation. In addition, issues such as the history of the biblical text, presuppositions a person brings to the text, and the diversity of modern English translations will also be discussed. Emphasis is placed upon the unique personal encounter with God experienced through the reading and interpretation of the Bible. Prerequisite: BI 111.
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3.00 Credits
A survey course of the Old Testament. It consists of an introduction to the Old Testament from the standpoints of history, literature, and theology. From the standpoint of history, the Old Testament is overviewed in terms of nine major periods: primeval history, the patriarchal age, the Mosaic period, the Canaan conquest and occupation, the judges, the United Kingdom, the Divided Kingdom, the exile, and the restoration postexilic period. From the standpoint of literature, each book is examined with respect to such issues as date of composition, authorship, structure, and genre. From the standpoint of theology, the content of Old Testament faith is explained in summary fashion and the relationship of the Old Testament to the New Testament revelation of God in Jesus Christ is emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
A survey course of the New Testament. Beginning with an introduction to the New Testament historical (social, political, cultural, religious) environments and the concept of canon, the course examines in overview fashion the following broad literary and historical units: the gospels, Acts, epistles, and Revelation. All the New Testament books are studied from the standpoint of genre, authorship, date of composition, writing, and structure, and theological content. An emphasis in the course is on the person and teachings of Jesus Christ for developing a Christian world view.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of an expository and theological study of the Old Testament books known by the Greek name Pentateuch: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Special emphasis is placed upon tracing the story line, analyzing and categorizing the legal materials, and examining the key theological themes of promise, election, deliverance, covenant, law, and land. The relationship of the Pentateuch to New Testament revelation is also addressed. Prerequisite: BI140 and BI141.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an in-depth study of the Book of Acts. Background issues relating to authorship, date, purpose, structure, and genre are addressed first. After this, some of the major themes found in 114 Acts are investigated, along with consideration of how Acts can best be interpreted. This preliminary consideration of background issues is then followed by systematic study of the content of the book as the whole. Prerequisite: BI140 and BI141.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of an investigation into the practice of Hermeneutics. Issues such as the history of the biblical text, presuppositions a person brings to the text, the diversity of modern English translation, etc. are discussed, while at the same time an attempt is made to maintain a practical, hands-on approach to the actual practice of biblical interpretation. Prerequisite: BI140 and BI141.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of John's Gospel with special reference to the methods and tools of Bible study. The course seeks to introduce the student to one of the foundational documents of the Christian faith while at the same time nurturing the skills needed for adequate interpretation of any Biblical book. Prerequisite: BI140 and BI141.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the nature and purpose of the synoptic gospels and of the life, teachings, and actions of Jesus. Following an introductory section treating methods of synoptic interpretation and the distinctive contributions of each evangelist, attention is directed to the synoptic portrayal of significant events in the life of Jesus. Consideration is also given to His teaching on topics such as the kingdom of God, ethics, discipleship, and eschatology, His miracles, healings, and symbiotic actions.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course provides the student opportunity to examine subjects not otherwise offered as courses in the Christian Ministries Department. Instructors and subject matter will vary each time the course is offered. Some topics will include Studies in Matthew, Studies in Deuteronomy, and Studies in Pauline Spirit-Christology. This course can be used only one time as a Bible elective in the Biblical Studies degree track. Additional prerequisite: three hours of upper level Bible courses.
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