28 courses with the subject BB, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
BB 101Survey of the Old Testament3
This course introduces the student to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the Old Testament to contemporary life. Furthermore, the course prepares the student to discuss intelligently the factual material in the Old Testament and to make clear, critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the Old Testament. Required of all full-time, first year students in the fall semester.
This course introduces the student to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the Old Testament to contemporary life. Furthermore, the course prepares the student to discuss intelligently the factual material in the Old Testament and to make clear critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the Old Testament. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
An introduction to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the New Testament to contemporary life, designed to prepare students to intelligently discuss the factual material in the New Testament and to make clear, critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the New Testament. Required of all full-time, first year students in the spring semester.
An introduction to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the New Testament to contemporary life, designed to prepare students to intelligently discuss the factual material in the New Testament and to make clear critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the New Testament. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
An in-depth study of Old Testament themes with a view to their relevance for Christian theology, worship, and ethics. These include: God’s self-revelation, creation, covenant/kingdom, fall, law, worship, prophecy, and hope. The course will include an introduction to proper exegetical, hermeneutical, and theological methods. Pre-
This course introduces the major themes of New Testament theology and their specific relevance for Christian theology, worship, and ethics. These include: the Kingdom of God, justification, sanctification, Pauline theology, etc. Pre-requisite: BB 102S. Humanities credit for non-Bible majors. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
A study of the broad outlines of the life of Jesus and the epistolary literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the gospel accounts, and demonstrate how the narration of the life of Jesus is connected to the dominant motifs conveyed in the apostolic epistolary addresses to the earliest churches. Pre-requisites: BB 101 and 102. 187
Demonstration of inductive Bible study methods and treatment of a particular book or books of the Old and New Testaments based on the English text. Additional work will be required for those seeking upper division credit. May be repeated for credit as the book(s) under consideration change.
Subject
BB
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit as the book(s) under consideration change.
A study of the broad outlines of the life of Jesus and the Gospel literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the gospel accounts, drawing particular attention to the similarities and differences between the Synoptic Gospels and the Gospel of John. (Offered fall semesters, odd years.)
A study of the broad outlines of the life of Jesus and the Gospel literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the gospel accounts, drawing particular attention to the similarities and differences between the Synoptic Gospels and the Gospel of John. Humanities credit for non-Bible majors. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
A study of the broad outlines of the epistolary literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the Epistles, especially the dominant motifs conveyed in the apostolic epistolary addressed to the earliest churches. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
A basic study of the major doctrines of the Christian faith and their application to contemporary thought and life. Includes studies in revelation, authority, the existence and nature of God, the person and work of Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church, man, and Christian ethics. Pre-requisites: BB 101S & BB 102S. Humanities credit for non-Bible majors. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
BB 280Special Topics in Bible and Theology (Lower Level)1-3
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower-level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
An intensive study of the letter and its setting in Paul’s ministry. The course also treats the biblical theology developed in the letter. (Offered spring semester, odd years.)
An intensive study of the letter and its setting in Paul’s ministry. The course also treats the biblical theology developed in the letter. Pre-requisite: BB 101S & BB 102S. Humanities credit for non-Bible majors. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
A study of the history, problems and methods of biblical interpretation, including a study of biblical-theological themes of the Old and New Testaments. (Offered alternate years.) Humanities credit for non-Bible majors. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
This class will offer a survey of contemporary world religions and attempt to compare the worldview of these religious systems with a biblical worldview. Students will be equipped to converse with followers of these religions and to make clear comparisons between their beliefs and a biblical worldview. (Offered fall semester, even years.)
A survey of the history, development, and interpretation of biblical apocalyptic literature with special emphasis on Daniel and the Revelation of John. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
Selected biblical topics or books - authors, historical developments, theological themes, and missionary movements - with emphasis on their geographical and cultural settings associated with the biblical literature. Residence abroad. (Offered spring semesters, odd years.)
BB 480Special Topics in Bible and Theology (Upper Level)1-3
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper-level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students may choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required. (Offered by department discretion)
Students will develop an extensive paper under the direction of a faculty member that demonstrates their ability to do senior-level research and writing on a specialized topic in biblical studies or theology. A committee consisting of the course professor, another member of the division, and one member chosen by the student will evaluate and grade the thesis. (Offered every semester as needed.) 278
