IN-HOUSE SCHOOL LABS
(AA) Christian Biblical Studies and Course Descriptions:
Overview and Introduction: HS-SSOM (3 Unit Hours)
1. WEEK-1 Old Testament Survey (6 Unit Hours)
2. WEEK-2 Pentateuch – Genesis – Exodus (6 Unit Hours)
3. WEEK-3 Leviticus – Numbers – Deuteronomy (6 Unit Hours)
4. WEEK-4 The Call of the Major Prophets 1 (Special Speaker) (6 Unit Hours)
5. WEEK-5 The Life of the Major Prophets 2 (6 Unit Hours)
6. WEEK-6 The Prophetic Scriptures (6 Unit Hours)
7. WEEK-7 David and the Book of Psalms (6 Unit Hours)
8. WEEK-8 David’s Tabernacle (Special Speaker) (6 Unit Hours)
9. WEEK-9 The Minor Prophets (6 Unit Hours)
10. WEEK-10 The Minor Prophets (6 Unit Hours)
11. WEEK-11 The Minor Prophets (6 Unit Hours)
12. WEEK-12 The Prophets (Special Speaker) (6 Unit Hours)
13. WEEK-13 The Promise and Identity Messiah (6 Unit Hours)
14. WEEK-14 New Testament Survey | The Gospel of John & Matthew (6 Unit Hours)
15. WEEK-15 New Testament Survey | The Gospel Of Mark & Luke (6 Unit Hours)
16. WEEK-16 The Book of Acts (Special Speaker) (6 Unit Hours)
17. WEEK-17 The Epistles of Paul 1 Corinthians Pt. 1 (6 Unit Hours)
18. WEEK-18 The Epistles of Paul 1 Corinthians Pt. 2 (6 Unit Hours)
19. WEEK-19 The Epistles of Paul 2 Corinthians Pt. 1 (6 Unit Hours)
20. WEEK-20 The Epistles of Paul 2 Cor. Pt. 2 (Special Speaker) (6 Unit Hours)
21. WEEK-21 Introduction into Biblical Languages, Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek (6 Unit Hours)
22. WEEK-22 Apologetics & Biblical Tenants of Faith (6 Unit Hours)
23. WEEK-23 The Book of Revelations (6 Unit Hours)
24. WEEK-24 GRADUATION (Special Speaker)
AA Total Credit Hours: 141 Credits
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(BA) Biblical Theology and Course Descriptions:
WEEK 1 – Introduction into Bachelor of Arts Biblical Theology
PROGRAM OVERVIEW (Ephesians 2:14-16, 4:4-6) Unity in the Body of Christ. (3 Unit Hours)
WEEK 2 & 3 – THE DOCTRINE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, THE EXECUTOR OF THE CHURCH
- PAUL – (Ephesians 2:14-16, 4:4-6) Unity in the Body of Christ.
- PAUL – (Philemon 1:15-17) Forgiveness and Reconciliation.
- JOHN – (Revelation 1:7-8, 21:1-4) PRAYER – WORSHIP AND THE FULFILMENT OF THE COVENANT PROMISE TO THE CHURCH
- THE SPIRIT OF PROPHECY, THE GIFT OF PROPHECY, AND THE OFFICE OF THE PROPHET
(9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 4 & 5 – APOLOGETICS PART 1 – CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH
- PAUL – (Hebrews 1:1-4, 8:6-13) Superiority of Jesus.
- PAUL – (Romans 3:28) Justification by Faith and the Simplicity of the Gospel.
- PAUL – (Colossians 1:15-20) Supremacy of Christ.
- PAUL – (Galatians 2:16, 5:1) Freedom in Christ – Salvation by Faith Alone. (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 6 & 7 – APOLOGETICS PART 2 – COMPARATIVE STUDY OF MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS
- PETER – (2 Peter 2:1-3, 3:18) Guarding Against False Teaching
- JUDE – (1:3-4, 20-21). 16. Apologetics – Contending for the Faith In Defense of the Christian Faith. (9 Unit Hours)
Ministry Practicum, Project and Internship: – Hands on Ministry and Evangelism
WEEK 8 & 9 – CHRISTIAN ETHICS AND MORAL CONDUCT
Christian Ethics – Application of Biblical Principles Concerning Moral Issues.
- PAUL – (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 5:23): Living Holy Lives Awaiting Christ’s Second Coming
- PAUL – (2 Thessalonians 2:1-3, 3:13) Perseverance Amid Trials
- PAUL – (Ephesians 4:15-32) Our Conduct Before Men.
- JAMES – (James 2:14-26) The Demonstration of Faith
- PETER – (1 Peter 1:3-9, 2:9-12) Hope in Suffering (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 10 – JOURNAL – PROJECT AND INTERNSHIP
Requirements for Degree (12 Unit Hours)
WEEK 11 & 12 – Spiritual Formation: Personal Spiritual Growth And Discipleship
Pastoral Theology – Preparation for pastoral ministry and leadership.
PAUL – (1 Timothy 3:1-13, 4:1-16) Church Leadership and Conduct – Guidelines for Church leaders and godly living.
PAUL – (2 Timothy 2:1-3, 4:1-8) Perseverance in Ministry
PAUL – (Titus 2:1-15, 3:1-2) Godly Living and Leadership (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 13 – THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS
As Referenced in the New Testament (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 14 – THE 1ST – 2ND CENTURY CHURCH FATHERS
As Referenced by their Epistles and the Didache (9 Unit Hours)
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BIBLICAL LANGUAGE AND TRANSLATION: (27 Unit Hours)
WEEK 15 & 16 – BIBLICAL HEBREW 1 & 2
Study of the Hebrew language for Old Testament Exegesis.
WEEK 17 & 18 – BIBLICAL GREEK 1 & 2
Study of Koine Greek for New Testament Exegesis.
WEEK 19 & 20 & 21 – BIBLICAL ETYMOLOGY
Exploration of the origins and meanings of biblical words and phrases.
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FOUNDATIONAL CHRISTIAN TENANTS OF FAITH
WEEK 22 & 23 – SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 1
Theology Proper & Christology – Study of God’s nature and the person of Jesus Christ.
(9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 24 – SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 2
Soteriology & Ecclesiology – Study of Salvation and The Church. (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 25 & 26 – SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 3
Eschatology & Pneumatology – Study of End Times (9 Unit Hours)
WEEK 27 &28 & 29 & 30 – TESTING PROJECT REVIEW AND TERM – INTERNSHIP
(20 Unit Hours)
BA Total Credit Hours: 152 Credits
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CURRICULUM
Comprehensive curriculum that integrates biblical studies, theology, and practical ministry training.
l. ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (AA):
1. Biblical Introduction:
Overview of the Bible’s structure and key themes.
2. Christian Theology I:
Foundations of Christian theology and doctrine.
3. Ministry Practicum:
Practical experience in ministry settings.
4. Three Specialized Elective Based on Ministry:
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ll. BACHLEOR OF ARTS (BA)
1. Old Testament Survey:
Comprehensive survey of Old Testament books and themes.
2. New Testament Survey:
3. New Testament Exegesis:
Interpretation and analysis of New Testament texts.
4. Homiletics:
Principles and practices of preaching and sermon preparation.
5. Hermeneutics:
The study of the principles and methods of interpreting texts, especially biblical texts. It involves understanding how to interpret the meaning of words, especially those that are word phrases as found in scripture in a way that’s faithful to the original context of the author’s intent.
– How do we rightfully interpret the meaning of a particular biblical passage?
– What principles should guide our interpretation of verse?
– How does this passage apply to our lives today?
Aspects of Hermeneutics:
1. Contextual Analysis:
Understanding the historical and cultural context of the text.
2. Grammatical Analysis:
Examining the language and syntax of the text.
3. Theological Analysis:
Considering the broader theological themes and messages found in the text.
4. Church History:
Historical development and evolution of these passages past and present in the Christian church.
5. The Early Church Fathers and their Writings:
6. Three Specialized Elective Courses Based on your Major:
7. Begin Internship
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III. MASTER’S
1. Advanced Biblical Theology:
In-depth study of biblical theological themes.
2. Pastoral Ministry:
Leadership and pastoral care in ministry.
3. Spiritual Formation:
Personal spiritual growth and formation practices.
4. Biblical Languages (Hebrew/Greek):
Study of original biblical languages.
5. Apologetics:
The branch of theology that focuses on defending and explaining our Christian faith. It involves providing rational and biblical responses to hard questions and criticisms about Christianity.
Apologetics Aims To:
Defend the Christian Faith:
Address objections and criticisms to Christianity.
Explain the Christian Faith:
Provide clear and coherent explanations concerning our Christian beliefs.
Establish Credibility:
Demonstrate the reasonableness and truth concerning the Christian worldview.
Apologetics explains:
– The existence of God
– The reliability of the Bible
– The divinity and humanity of Jesus Christ
– The problem of evil and suffering
– His Death, burial and Resurrection from the dead
4. Three Specialized Electives Based on Major.
5. Research & Thesis.
F. SECONDARY ELECTIVES:
And THOSE UNIQUE TO THE STUDENT’S COURSE OF STUDY
1. Eschatology:
Study of last things, including end-times prophecy and the return of Christ.
2. Christology:
Study of their their their person and nature of Jesus Christ.
3. Pneumatology:
Study of the Holy Spirit and His role in Christian lifestyles.
4. Soteriology:
Study of salvation and the doctrine of redemption.
5. Ecclesiology:
Study of the church, including its nature, structure, and purpose.
6. Missiology:
Study of missions and the spread of the Christian faith.
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IV. TH.D./PH.D.:
1. Research Methods:
Methods and approaches for theological research.
2. Advanced Theological Studies:
Specialized topics in theology and biblical studies.
3. Biblical Criticism:
Critical analysis and interpretation of biblical texts.
4. Dissertation:
Original research and dissertation writing.
5. SECONDARY ELECTIVES:
Or THOSE UNIQUE TO THE STUDENT’S COURSE OF STUDY
1. Biblical Studies:
In-depth study of the Bible’s content, themes, and books.
2. Theology:
Study of Christian doctrine and theological themes.
3. Specialized Ministry:
Practical training for ministry roles, such as pastoral ministry or missions.
4. Church History:
Study of the historical development of the Christian church.
5. Spiritual Formation:
Study of personal spiritual growth and formation practices.
6. Biblical Languages:
Study of original biblical languages, such as Hebrew and Greek.