 |
Undergraduate Core
Curriculum:
(Mandatory for ALL Degrees)
Old Testament Survey 1:
A study of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Bible,
examining the authorship, the key thought, the key verses,
the key chapters, the divisions in each book. This course
also considers the familiar passages of each book and the
co-relation between these books and other portions of
scripture. We will consider the value of these books in relation
to the Christian faith. Difficult passages will be dealt with
in
view of the original Hebrew language and the culture of the
day.
Old Testament Survey 2:
This study covers the OT books from Joshua to Esther. The
authorship of each book will be considered. The key verses,
the key thoughts, the key chapters, and the divisions in each
book will be covered. This study looks at the time, the culture,
the existing conditions, and the people that influence the
history of Israel as seen in each of these books. The course
follows the history of the people and their influence on the
New Testament and the Christian faith. Key events will be
examined and key passages will be highlighted.
Old Testament Survey 3:
This course covers each of the Major and Minor prophets,
their message to Israel, their message of the Messiah, their
influence on the life of Israel. The key thoughts, the key
verses, the key chapters, the divisions, and the authorship
of each book will be considered. Major events that are spoken
of in each book will be reviewed. The culture and conditions
of the day in which the prophet wrote will be considered.
The influence of each prophet will be studied in the light
of
the NT and the Christian faith.
Old Testament Survey 4:
This course will cover the book of Job, the Psalms, Proverbs,
the Songs of Solomon, Ecclesiastes and the book of
Lamentations. Consideration will be given to the messages
and the authorship of each book. The key thoughts, the key
verses, the key chapters, and the divisions in each book will
be covered. The relationship between each of these books
and the NT and the Christian faith will be considered.
New Testament Survey 1:
This course will cover the four gospels and the book of Acts.
The authorship, the key thoughts, the key verses, the key
chapters, and the divisions in each book will be covered.
The culture and condition in which each book is set will be
considered. The message of each book and its influence on
the Christian faith will be studied. The person and work of
Jesus Christ will be a key part of this study.
New Testament Survey 2:
This course will cover the books of Romans to Revelation,
looking at the message, the authorship and the impact of
each writer on the Christian faith. The key thought, the key
verses, the key chapters and the divisions of each book will
be studied. The well known passages of each book will be
discussed. The authenticity of each book will be considered.
These books will be studied in the light of the culture of
the day and their influence on the Christian faith today.
< page top >
Other Undergraduate
Courses:
Methods
of Bible Study:
An introductory course in Bible study strategies is designed
to help the student develop basic skills for Bible study
through practice in a variety of Bible study methodologies.
The focus of this course is on sharpening inductive Bible
study skills.
Life
of Christ:
A comparative analysis of the four gospel accounts of the
life of Christ focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus.
Consideration is given to issues raised by the Jesus Seminar
which are refuted by the biblical text itself and the harmony
of four distinct historical records into a single more
comprehensive account of Jesus¹ life and teaching.
Acts:
An analytical and expository study of Acts with attention
given to the spread of Christianity from Jerusalem throughout
the first century world. Consideration is given to the historic
context of the Pauline writings and the nature of apostolic
Christianity.
Romans:
A study of the background and general analysis of Paul’s
great treatise on the Christian faith. Among topics considered
in this course are the Pauline doctrines of sin, justification
by faith alone, the process of sanctification, the role of
Israel
in the plan of God and the practical nature of Christian
doctrine.
Pauline Epistles 1:
Formerly called “The Life and Times of Paul”,
this course
surveys the Pauline epistles beginning with the Corinthian
correspondence. Careful consideration is given to the text
of
each epistle, its doctrinal teaching and practical implications
in the Christian life.
Pauline Epistles 2:
A continuation of Pauline Epistles 1 surveying the Pauline
epistles and Hebrews. Careful consideration is given to the
text of each epistle, its doctrinal teaching and practical
implications in the Christian life.
General Epistles:
A careful consideration to the historical context
and textual
contents of the final eight books of the New Testament and
the unique contributions of Peter, James, Jude and John to
our understanding of Christian doctrine.
Old Testament Archaeology:
An introductory study of the significant contributions made
by archaeology to Old Testament studies, especially in the
context of providing additional insights into the meaning
of
the text and confirming the historical accuracy of the text.
Attention is given to the history and customs of the era
and
of the nations influencing life in ancient Israel.
Genesis:
A study of the historical background, authorship and analysis
of Genesis with a special emphasis being given to the
expository treatment of the text. Consideration will be given
to the historicity of creation, the flood and other recorded
events in this book and their doctrinal implications in the
Christian life.
Psalms:
A study of selected Psalms representative of the various
types
and themes presented in the hymn book of the Old Testament.
Among topics considered will be the view of God reflected
in
the Psalms, the messianic teaching of the psalms and the
role
of psalms in a lifestyle of praise and worship.
Jeremiah:
A study of the historical background, authorship and analysis
of the writings of Jeremiah with a special emphasis being
given to the expository treatment of the text.
Daniel:
A study of the historical background, authorship and analysis
of the history and prophecy of Daniel with a special emphasis
being given to the expository treatment of the text.
New Testament Archaeology:
An introductory study of the significant contributions made
by archaeology to New Testament studies, especially in the
context of providing additional insights into the meaning
of
the text and confirming the historical accuracy of the text.
Attention is given to the history, customs and geography
of
the biblical world from the inter-testamental period through
the first century A.D.
Gospel of John:
An analytical and expository study of the Gospel of John
emphasizing the miracles and “I am” discourses
of Christ
and John’s portrayal of the deity of Christ.
The Corinthian Correspondence:
A study of the two Corinthian epistles identifying the kinds
of problems faced by the first century church and Paul’s
instructions concerning each. A special consideration is
given to the unique character of Corinth and the Corinthian
church as a ministry model for cosmopolitan churches today.
Prison Epistles:
A study of the background and general analysis of Ephesians,
Philippians, Colossians and Philemon. Attention is given
to
such introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose of each epistle.
The Thessalonian Epistles:
An analytical and expository study of epistles of Paul to
the
Thessalonians with consideration given to insights
concerning Paul’s ministry style at the beginning of
his
second missionary journey. Attention is given to such
introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose.
Pastoral Epistles:
An analytical and expository study of Paul’s epistles
to
Timothy and Titus with consideration given to his
instructions concerning various aspects of church polity.
Attention is given to such introductory matters as date,
authorship, occasion and purpose.
Hebrews:
An analytical and expository study of Hebrews in light of
the Old Testament context of sacrifice and priesthood.
Attention is given to such introductory matters as date,
authorship, occasion and purpose.
Epistles of John:
An analytical and expository study of the three epistles
of
John and their contribution to our understanding of biblical
Christianity. Attention is given to such introductory matters
as date, authorship, occasion and purpose.
Revelation:
An analytical and expository study of the final book
of the
New Testament and its teaching concerning things to come
during the tribulation and kingdom ages and life thereafter.
Attention is given to such introductory matters as date,
authorship, occasion and purpose.
< page top >
Graduate Core Curriculum:
Hermeneutics:
An introductory study of the basic principles of biblical
interpretation and various approaches to biblical
interpretation. Emphasis is placed upon the principles of
historical grammatical interpretation of the biblical text.
Old Testament Introduction:
An examination of the canon, text, and interpretation of the
Old Testament including an introduction to various critical
approaches to biblical studies.
Old Testament Biblical Theology:
The issues of Old Testament theology will be reviewed. This
course will seek to develop a theology of the Old Testament
that takes account of the themes of the individual sections.
This theology is one which is incomplete in itself, but finds
fulfillment in the coming of Christ.
New Testament Introduction:
An examination of the canon, text, and interpretation of the
New Testament including an introduction to various critical
approaches to biblical studies.
New Testament Biblical Theology:
This course will summarize the teachings of the New
Testament and present these teachings in its own terms rather
than within the framework of systematic theology. Biblical
theology will be a major part of the approach in that attention
will be given to the distinctive contributions of the major
New Testament writers and their writings.
< page top >
Other Graduate Courses:
The Tabernacle:
A comprehensive study of the Old Testament tabernacle and
its typical significance in revealing truth about the nature
of
Christ. Consideration is also given to the role of the tabernacle
in the worship of Israel.
Job:
A study of the book of Job with an emphasis on the problem
of suffering and other issues arising out of Job’s experience.
Galatians:
An analytical and expository study of Galatians revealing
the core of Paul’s thought concerning law and the gospel
and his motive in missions. Attention is given to such
introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose.
Ephesians:
An analytical and expository study of Ephesians as Paul’s
treatise on the Christian life as part of the family of believers
and under the control of the Holy Spirit. Attention is given
to
such introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose.
Philippians:
An analytical and expository study of Philippians with a view
of unlocking the secrets of Christian joy in the midst of adverse
circumstances and situations. Attention is given to such
introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose.
Colossians & Philemon:
An analytical and expository study of Colossians and
Philemon as typical of Paul’s pastoral concern for churches
under his apostolic mission. Attention is given to such
introductory matters as date, authorship, occasion and
purpose.
< page top >
Post-Graduate Courses:
Culture & Geography of Bible Lands:
A study of the culture and geography of Bible lands
with a
special emphasis on Israel. This course is normally taught
in
connection with a tour of Israel and is required for all doctoral
candidates. The student is responsible for the additional cost
associated with the tour itself.
< page top
| next
>
|
|
