119 courses with the subject BIBL, 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.
The art and discipline of studying the Bible. Emphasis on the purpose of the Bible as it relates to truth, beauty, and goodness, as well as consideration of inspiration and canonicity. Only available to honor students.
Investigation of the nature, contents, and history of the Old Testament with attention to its background and key themes. Students examine themes within their contexts and from the perspective of their New Testament fulfillment.
A study of the nature, contents, and history of the New Testament, with background study in the inter-testamental period. BIBL 105 Introduction to Bible (3) Introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures with an emphasis on biblical interpretation and application in the contemporary world. Importance and reliability of the Scriptures, genres of Scripture with representative readings, basics of biblical interpretation, and skills needed for application to the Christian life examined. BIBL 106 Christian Doctrine (3) Exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith. Emphasis placed upon the development of a Christian worldview in order to prepare students to face the challenges of their current culture. Prerequisite: BIBL 105.
* Students majoring in Christian Studies (A.A.), Christian Ministry (B.A.), and Biblical and Theological Studies (B.A.) are required to take BIBL 103 and 104 in lieu of BIBL 105 and BIBL 106. BIBL 103 and BIBL 104 are also required for students who choose the minor in Mission and Worship. 4. Students are required to take at least fifteen (15) credits of coursework in the following manner to fulfill the General Education Cultural Perspective competency: 3-4 credits of course work in Global Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts, and U.S. History: Cultural Perspective 15-16 credits Choose 1 Global Studies 3-4 GEOG 101 World Geography 3 course: credits HIST 205 Western Civilization I * 3
Examination of the profession of youth ministry including the spiritual life and concerns of youth leaders, dynamics of youth culture, generational characteristics, philosophies of youth ministry, and practical aspects of ministering among youth.
Theological study of the nature and attributes of God and the implications of these for the understanding, love, and worship of God. Only available to honors students. Prerequisites: BIBL 100 and GENE 100.
beings and its centrality to human dignity, meaning, flourishing, and responsibility. Only available to honors students.
BIBL 255 the Gospels (3) Choose 3 of the following courses:
Study of the foundations of Christian belief. Students explore basic themes in Christian thought such as the knowledge of God, the origin of sin, the nature of humanity, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and the doctrine of the Holy Spirit.
Study of the dynamics of personal and spiritual growth as understood in the Christian tradition. Practical tools, in combination with historical perspective, provide the backdrop for self-exploration and spiritual development within students.
Students explore the history, geography, and cultures that form contexts to the Old and New Testament scriptures. Students learn an inductive approach to the interpretation of the scriptures that draws on the insights gained from the study of significant background issues. Prerequisite: BIBL 104.
Introduction to research processes for the study of religion, including theology, biblical studies, ethics, and historical studies. Additionally, critical reading, grammatically correct writing, and the use of appropriate style manuals are covered.
Plus 12 additional credits of Biblical Studies courses from the following:
Study of the ministry and teachings of Jesus as presented in the synoptic gospels, taking into consideration the Hebrew, Greek, and Roman cultural contexts. The course familiarizes students with foundational developments in historical Jesus research, examines important themes in the synoptic gospels, and develops students' skills in critical reading (exegesis), interpretation, and writing. Prerequisite: BIBL 104 or BIBL 105.
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The Major in Christian Ministry (B.A.) (Program available on campus or online) The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry educates students for the practice of ministry within a challenging and diverse global community. This course of study includes a strong foundation in biblical and theological studies to enable students to develop a well-grounded ministry approach that is Christ-centered. Students who are pursuing a ministry vocation or are already engaged in ministry will find their work enriched through this course of study. Required Courses for the Major in Christian Ministry (51credits) Student are required to take the following courses:
Introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures. Emphasis on biblical hermeneutics and the role of exegetical practice on the contemporary world. (For Bachelor of Applied Science students only.) 75
Undergraduate Certificate in Business (18 credits):
Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Ruth, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 301 Apologetics (3) Exploration of the articulating the reasonableness of Christian faith as well as developing meaningful responses to common objections. BIBL 310 Biblical Apocalyptic Literature (3) Examination of the content and message of Daniel and Revelation, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220.
Students learn how to assess cultural influences on human experiences, behavior, and belief systems and develop heightened empathy and respect for individuals from cultures different from their own. They learn how to identify the major components of a worldview as well as the differences between dominant philosophical worldviews.
Exploration of archaeological research relating to the Old and New Testaments, with attention given to ways that this research aids in understanding and interpreting biblical texts. Topics include the current state of biblical archaeology and its historic development, as well as problems in deciphering texts and dating artifacts. Students also examine more recent finds such as the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs & Lamentations, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 313 Study of the Prophets (3) Examination of the content and messages of the Old Testament writing prophets, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 316 Acts of the Apostles (3) Examination of the content and messages of the Acts of the Apostles, its theology, and its application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 318 General Epistles (3) Examination of the content and messages of Titus, Philemon, Hebrews, James, I Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, and Jude, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 322 Pauline Literature I (3) Examination of the content and messages of Paul’s letters to the churches, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 323 Pauline Literature II (3) Examination of the content and messages of Paul’s letters to individuals, their theology, and their application in modern culture. Prerequisite BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 330 Romans (3) Examination of the content and message of Romans, its theology, and its application in modern culture. Prerequisite: BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 331 Systematic Theology I (3) Exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith as understood through Scripture. Prerequisite: BIBL 200, BIBL 220. BIBL 332 Systematic Theology II (3) Continued exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith as understood through Scripture. Prerequisite: BIBL 200, BIBL 220 BIBL 333 Biblical and Theological Foundations of Worship (3) Examination of the theology of worship in Scripture, with special emphasis on its nature, role, and practice with the Church. BIBL 370 Contemporary American Cults and Sects (3) Survey of the leading pseudo-Christian and non-Christian cults in modern America. 76
Study of the writings of the Apostle Paul. Students consider the cultural and philosophical background of each text as well as its contents and its place in the canon. The course examines the literature theologically and exegetically while inviting students to develop and consider personal applications of the texts. Prerequisite: BIBL 104 or BIBL 105.
Examination of biblical Wisdom literature within its ancient Near Eastern context, with special attention to the unique literary aspects of Wisdom literature and its function in ancient Israel. Prerequisite: BIBL 103 or BIBL 105.
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Introduction to basic public speaking, reading, and written communication skills necessary for the ministry environment. The course emphasizes verbal communication (voice, diction, and pronunciation), written communication (specialized publications), and specialized communication strategies for media and pulpit ministry.
Analysis of strengths and weaknesses of current methods of evangelism and discipleship among adolescents in youth ministry contexts. Students consider the biblical and philosophical foundations of approaches to evangelism and discipleship of youth as these are practiced today with the goal of formulating their own approach to these aspects of youth ministry. 76
In addition, students will choose one of the following courses:
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General Studies Electives (21 credits) In addition, choose one Social Science course not used to fulfill general education requirements from the following list:
Examination of major world religions, their belief systems, and their connections with associated cultures. Additional consideration is given to the issue of Christian theologies of religions.
Plus 3 credits of Church History courses from the following:
Introduction to special topics that affect ministry in the twenty-first century. Course examines gender, racial, and post- modern cultural issues that have a major impact on the practice of ministry today.
An approved independent study option, supervised by faculty, in a directed area of scholarship. Study is administered according to a learning contract between a chosen faculty member and the student.
Approved directed study based on prior life assessment and experience in a directed area of professional ministry. Directed study involves selected reading, synthesis with prior life or ministry experience, and a final paper that synthesizes learning. Study is administered according to a directed learning contract between a chosen faculty member and the student.
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Introduction to biblical principles of effective worship leadership in a Christian congregation. Explores the nature, role and praxis of worship leading within the missional framework of the Church of Jesus Christ.
12 Credit Hours from the Business Major curriculum:
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Undergraduate Certificate in Communication (12 credits):
texts. BIBL 485 Senior Seminar (3) A study of one or more biblical/theological and practical topics that incorporates previous learning into an integrative paper or project. Prerequisite: Senior standing. BIBL 490 Advanced Independent Study (3) An approved independent study option, supervised by faculty, in a directed area of scholarship. Study is administered according to a learning contract between a chosen faculty member and the student. BIBL 495 Internship I (3) Approved internship in a field of the student's specialty. This guided learning experience is a culminating experience in which the student applies the principles and skills learned, demonstrating competency under the guidance of a specialist in the field. BIBL 496 Internship II (3) A ministry experience with an approved church or parachurch ministry where the student participates in the day-to-day operations of that ministry. Only available to residential students. 1 BIBL 255, BIBL 282, BIBL 300, BIBL 310, BIBL 312, BIBL 313, BIBL 316, BIBL 318, BIBL 322, BIBL 323, BIBL 330 Business, Leadership, and Management Department Chair: Dr. Jeffrey Ganthner. The faculty in the Department of Business, Leadership, and Management seek to equip students not only with functional business concepts but also skills in critical thinking and communication, grounded in an ability to apply a biblical worldview to the decision-making process. The mission of the Business, Leadership, and Management Department is to prepare knowledgeable and wise Christian business and enterprise leaders who are academically equipped and spiritually prepared to create practical and innovative solutions that advance the development of people, systems and organizations. 77
Minor in Worship (15 credit hours)* Students will take the following 5 courses:
Note: BIBL 103 and BIBL 104 are prerequisites to participating in this minor. Minor in Youth Ministry (15 credit hours) Students will take the following 4 courses:
Students will take 3 or 6 credits of Theology from the following:
Minor in Mission (15 credit hours) Students will take the following 3 courses:
Students majoring in other disciplines may choose to minor in Biblical Studies or Theology: Minor in Biblical Studies (18 credits) (Available on campus or online) Students will take the following 5 courses:
An approved independent study option, supervised by faculty, in a directed area of scholarship. Study is administered according to a learning contract between a chosen faculty member and the student.
Plus one of the following emphases (18 credit hours):
Students majoring in other disciplines may also minor in Christian Ministry: Minor in Christian Ministry (18 credits) (Available on campus or online) Students will take the following 6 courses:
persuasive reasoned arguments in a written format. Techniques for performing library research in biblical, theological, and ministry fields. Should be taken during student’s first term of graduate work. Required for all M.A. and MDIV students. BIBL 502 Principles of Bible Study 2 (2) Detailed inductive study of a biblical book (other than Mark). Attention to proper use of various English versions of the Bible, concordances, commentaries, word studies and other study aids. Includes outlining for sermons or lessons. May be taken again with a different biblical book and applied for BOTB or BNTB credit. Prerequisite: BIBL 500. BIBL 504 Biblical Hermeneutics (3) Distinctives of various types of biblical literature, with an emphasis upon resultant considerations for interpretation and contemporary application. Topics: historical narrative, psalm, wisdom, parable, epistle, prophecy and apocalypse. School of Divinity Page 175
interpretation and contemporary application. Topics: historical narrative, psalm, wisdom, parable, epistle, prophecy and apocalypse. Emphasis on unity and inspiration of Scripture.
interpreting the texts in light of their historical contexts. BIBL 509 Old Testament (3) Contents, themes, and genres of the Old Testament canon; methodologies for interpreting the texts in light of their historical contexts. BIBL 524 Pauline Theology (3) Biblical theology using the Pauline correspondence within its historical context. Covers the leading themes of Pauline theology, drawn from Paul’s writings. BIBL 630 Biblical Hebrew 1 (3) An introduction to the fundamentals of Old Testament Hebrew. Particular attention is given to the building of vocabulary and grammatical forms as a foundation for further studies in Old Testament Hebrew. Regent University 216
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Choose one from HCHT 505 Church History 1 (3) or HCHT 506 Church History 2 (3)
Testament theology. Examines major theological concepts and themes in the Old Testament. Emphasizes current debate, and familiarity with significant Old Testament and scholarly research on particular topics/issues in O.T. theology. BIBL 605 Pentateuch (3) An investigation of the nature, contents, and message of the Pentateuch, with a focus on understanding its theological message and relevance for godly living in all ages and cultures. Various topics are considered, including hermeneutics and historicity of biblical narrative and the nature of ancient law. BIBL 606 Joshua-Judges (3) A study of the books of Joshua-Judges with the aim of developing a clear understanding of the content of these books, their relationship to one another, their placement within the deuteronomistic history, and the key concerns they outline. BIBL 607 Israelite Monarchy (3) A study that outlines the development of the Monarchy in ancient Israel. Primary consideration given to 1 Samuel – 2 Kings with due attention paid to the development of the monarchy within the Pentateuch and early Israelite histories as well as to later, theological reflections on the subject. BIBL 608 The Writings (3) An exegetical study of the books of Ruth, Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, Lamentations, and Daniel. BIBL 609 The Prophets (3) An exegetical study of the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi.
Online Ministry: The following 18 credits are required courses for this concentration.
building of vocabulary and grammatical forms as a foundation for further studies in Old Testament Hebrew.
exercises in translation, vocabulary building, and syntax of select portions of the Hebrew Old Testament. Prerequisite: BIBL 631.
translation of select books of the Hebrew Old Testament or representative passages (e.g., narrative, law, psalms, prophecy, poetry). This course consists of the analysis texts with a view toward biblical exposition, preaching, or further academic study. Prerequisite: BIBL 632 or 634. BIBL 660 Torah (Law) (3) An exegetical investigation of Genesis to Deuteronomy for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues. BIBL 661 Nevi’im (Prophets) (3) An exegetical investigation of the Former and Latter Prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures (Joshua-Kings and Isaiah-Malachi) for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues. BIBL 662 Ketuvim (Writings) (3) An exegetical investigation of Ruth, Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, Lamentations, and Daniel for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues. BIBL 663 Gospels, Acts, Johannine Lit. (3) An exegetical investigation of Matthew, Mark, Luke, Acts, as well as the Gospel of John, the Johannine Epistles, and Revelation for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues. BIBL 664 Letters of Paul (3) An exegetical investigation of the Corpus Paulinum (Romans – Philemon) for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues. BIBL 665 General Epistles (3) An exegetical investigation of the General Epistles (Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude) for the construction of Biblical Theology and in dialogue with contemporary interpretive issues.
Testament theology. Examines major theological concepts and themes in the New Testament. Emphasizes current debate, and familiarity with significant New Testament and scholarly research on particular topics/issues in N.T. theology. BIBL 645 Synoptic Gospels (3) Exploration of the origin, nature and purpose of the first three Gospels in relation to contemporary research, including the synoptic problem, form criticism and redaction criticism. Discusses the contemporary relevance of each Gospel message. BIBL 646 Luke-Acts (3) Study of the major themes and texts related to the biblical theology of Luke-Acts. Special emphasis is put on the work and ministry of the Holy Spirit and his renewing influence in the first century Church and application for ministry today. BIBL 647 Pauline Epistles (3) In-depth study of the distinct contribution of the writings of Paul to the New Testament and canon of Scripture. Emphasis on the major themes and texts of Paul’s epistles and their present day application to church and ministry. BIBL 648 Non-Pauline Epistles (3) Comprehensive study of the eight general non-Pauline epistles. Emphasis on major themes and texts including Christological, ethical, eschatological facets of each book with a mind toward practical application in church and ministry. BIBL 649 Johannine Literature (3) In-depth study of the Gospel of John, his epistles, and the Revelation. Special emphasis is placed on Christology, history, spirituality, theology, and work of the Holy Spirit in John’s writings and their practical application for church and ministry. School of Divinity Page 207
Old Testament: The following 18 credits are required courses for this concentration.
Renewal community of faith and scholarship, focusing on the hermeneutical challenges of the diversity of the canon, the plurality of interpretative methods and theories in relation to language and text, as well as the perceived nature of contemporary society. Prerequisites: Biblical Studies Interdisciplinary Elective.: One BIBL, BOTB, or BNTB course. Cross-listed with RTCH 751.
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Christian Theology: The following 18 credits are required courses for this concentration
attention is given to the building of vocabulary and grammatical forms as a foundation for further studies in New Testament Greek.
Concentration (18 credit hours) Students in this degree choose one concentration from the following subjects. Biblical Languages: Select 18 credits from the following Divinity courses beyond the Biblical language requirement.
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to give students essential linguistic knowledge and skills for the analysis of New Testament Greek grammar and syntax.
placed on the exegetical analysis of New Testament documents. This course consists of the reading of longer texts from the Greek New Testament and the study of advanced topics in New Testament Greek research. Prerequisite: BIBL 672 or 674. BIBL 704 Advanced Hermeneutics (3) An advanced examination of methods of interpreting biblical texts in light of the inspiration, infallibility, and inerrancy of Scripture. Students will explore hermeneutical approaches to strengthen theological research in their respective disciplines. BIBL 750 Renewal Methods in Biblical Studies (3) Principles and methods of biblical studies, surveying the various historic and contemporary approaches to biblical studies from a Renewal perspective. Develop research skills and the process of writing in biblical studies and the specific competencies necessary for completing dissertations in the area of biblical studies. BIBL 770 OT Law & History (3) Specialized research in topics related to the Law and the historical books of the Old Testament. Regent University 217
Christian Theology: Required Courses (3 credit hours)
BIBL 773 New Testament Epistles (3) Specialized research in topics related to the New Testament epistles and the Apocalypse.
Christian Theology: The following 18 credits are required for this concentration.
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