Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies

Students will receive personal assessment for academic skills in mathematics and English, computer skills and word-processing; Populi; computer on-line research; how to use the NLTS media resources and educational consortium; formal research writing foundations (Turabian); NLTS educational resources and personnel; community resources, etc.

A course that stresses writing as a process, focusing on narrative essay. The goal is to develop fluency, coherence, style, and effectiveness. (Prerequisite GS 131)

An introduction to logic, sets, number systems, geometry, probability, and statistics.

GS 135 Church History 1

A survey of the history of the church from apostolic times up to the Reformation.

GS 233 History of Civilization 1

A survey of major civilizations from the dawn of recorded events to 1600 AD with emphasis in the inter-relationship of ancient cultures, medieval civilization, and the Renaissance and Reformation eras.

GS 136 Church History 2

A survey of the history of the church from the Reformation to the present, including Protestant origins and development.

GS 234 History of Civilization 2

A survey of major developments in world civilizations since 1600 AD with an emphasis on colonialism, the Enlightenment, the great world wars, and interrelated cultural movements.

This course provides a basic introduction to the elementary principles of physics, chemistry, and biology.

GS 138 Introduction to Sociology is recommended, but any Social Science transfer is also acceptable.

This course is designed to introduce the student to public speaking. The student will learn to be aware of habits, mannerism, diction and enunciation that interfere with good communication. The student will strengthen his/her oral communication skills.

A course designed to enhance the student’s writing skills in the context of the study of literature. Attention is given to grammar, rhetoric, and critical writing. (Prerequisite GS 131, GS 132)

Choice of any one literature or music course, providing the course does not carry a prerequisite.

The student will be introduced to the ancient languages used when Scripture was originally written and collected into the Bible. Students will learn the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Koine Greek alphabet and begin to understand the importance of learning the ancient languages used in the writing of the Bible. Lab required.

Can be Greek 1 and 2, Hebrew 1 and 2, or another, depending on degree needs.

An in-depth survey in the study of the major social, economic, political, and environmental forces unique to large urban areas. Emphasis is given to an analysis of these forces from a Christian perspective. This is demonstrated in part through a Christian challenge to the growing linkage between urbanization and secularization and how each process has influenced the other. Students are required to write a brief pre-approved research paper and to give an oral report on a “walk-in-my-shoes” urban ministry program experience.

An introduction to what Scripture teaches concerning the city, how God works in the city, and explores the role of the Church as it relates to ministering in the urban area.

An overview of the background, history, and major teachings of the Gospels, Acts, Pauline Letters, General Letters, and Revelation.

The study of major events and people during the New Testament era (c. 30 – 100 A.D.) and their chronological framework.

A survey of the literature of the Old Testament .with special reference to background, history, contents, and major teachings.

An introduction to and personal preparation for the opportunity for presenting the gospel to the individual. The basis of the study is founded on Biblical foundations and demands for evangelism.

This course covers the formation and maintenance of a personal and disciplined Spiritual life.

An introduction to the practice of theological reflection, including theological methodology, revelation, and the doctrine of the Triune God.

An introduction to the basic components of Christian theology, including the works of God, anthropology, sin, Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church and last things.

An introduction to the study and practice of Christian Ethics. This course examines the philosophical and theological backgrounds for ethics, the role of biblical authority, and the historical relation between church and society in order to develop a valid method of moral decision making and to lead the church in applying the gospel to life.

A theological study of the doctrines of sin and salvation. Includes the doctrines of effectual calling and election, regeneration, justification, and sanctification.

The science and methodology of interpretation of the Bible based on principles found in Scripture.

An in-depth study of the Biblical truth that our God is the one true and living God. He is the omniscient, omnipotent, and ever present One, the Creator, Redeemer, Preserver, and Ruler of the universe. God is infinite in holiness and all other perfections. The triune God is revealed to us in the distinct Persons of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, each sharing the same nature, essence and being.

An investigation of selected persons and schools of thought that reflect the validity of the Christian faith with the purpose of defending that faith against attack.

A survey of the history of the Old Testament

This course surveys the first five books of the Old Testament, stressing the themes of creation, patriarchs, covenant, exodus, and law.

A study of the Books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes based on the English text.

This course surveys the major prophets of the Old Testament, stressing the writings and times of Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel.

This course surveys the minor prophets of the Old Testament, stressing the writings and times of Daniel through Malachi.

This course surveys the four canonical gospels as a study of the life and teachings of Jesus. The course will also explore historical and interpretive issues in the gospels.

This course surveys the writings of Paul in the New Testament. It will address his life, his correspondence, and theology, as well as a survey of Acts.

This course surveys the general epistles and revelation. This course will briefly survey the historical and interpretive issues involved in them.

This senior-level course will synthesize student learning within the discipline by allowing the student to create a senior project with faculty supervision.

LA 234 Hebrew 1

An introductory study of the pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and composition of biblical Hebrew, with an emphasis on nouns, pronouns, adjectives, and prepositions. Readings from the Hebrew Old Testament begin. (Prerequisite LA 130)

LA 232 Greek 1

An introductory study of the forms, grammar, vocabulary, and composition of biblical Greek. Readings in the Greek New Testament begin. (Prerequisite LA 130)

LA 235 Hebrew 2

A continued study of the grammar, vocabulary, and composition of biblical Hebrew, with an emphasis on the Qal stem of the verb. Readings from the Hebrew Old Testament continue. (Prerequisite LA 234)

LA 233 Greek 2

A continued study of the forms, grammar, vocabulary, and composition of biblical Greek. Readings in the Greek New Testament continue. (Prerequisite LA 232)

Readings and interpretation of various passages in the Greek New Testament including advanced grammatical study. Lab required. (Prerequisite LA 232 and LA 233)

A continuation of LA 332 with a brief introduction to textual criticism. Lab required (Prerequisite LA 332)

Application of exegetical methods to the study of selected doctrinal and practical passages in the Hebrew text. Translation, identification of grammatical forms, acquisition of vocabulary, analysis of syntactical constructions, and preparation of the passage for preaching or teaching. Lab required. (Prerequisite LA 235)

A continuation of LA 434. Lab required. (Prerequisite LA 434)

An introduction to the grammar and morphology of Aramaic. Lab required. (Prerequisites LA 234, LA234)

A continuation of the introductory course with special attention to select readings. Lab required. (Prerequisites LA 234, LA 235, LA 338)

LA 432 Greek or LA 437 Hebrew

LA 436 Greek or LA 438 Hebrew, serves as Biblical Languages Capstone.

A theological study of the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

The study of the life of Christ, His person, and work. Attention is given to the historical, Biblical, and theological perspectives of His ministry.

A theological study of the doctrine of the Church.

An examination of contemporary issues in theology such as New Age theology, open theism, and postmodernism.

This course stresses the application of theology to one’s personal life, with such topics as spiritual disciplines, restoration from sin, spiritual warfare, and sanctification.

This course is an introduction to the field of biblical theology, in both theory and practice.

A study of the Biblical doctrine of “last things”. The study will focus on issues such as Christian hope, death, resurrection, Parousia, the last judgment, and final destiny.

This senior-level course will synthesize student learning within the discipline by allowing the student to create a senior project with faculty supervision.