Biblical Studies
Genesis BIB 101 (2 units)
A study of the background, history, literature, and theology of the Old Testament. Focus is on creation, the flood, and the patriarchs. The major theme of beginnings with regard to sin, the human family, government, and the nations is included. God's redemptive plan for humanity begins to be revealed.
Exodus-Deuteronomy BIB 102 (2 units)
A study of the background, history, literature, and theology contained in Exodus, Numbers, Leviticus and Deuteronomy. God's deliverance from Egypt, giving of the Law, the wilderness journey, the covenants, worship, and the priesthood will be studied. Moral and ethical principles of Biblical life will be considered.
Wisdom and Poetical Books BIB 103 (2 units)
A study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon and Lamentations. The nature and function of Hebrew poetry and wisdom literature will be studied as a vehicle of spiritual values for worship as well as practical insight for Christian living.
Historical Books BIB 204 (2 units)
An introductory survey of the books from Joshua through Esther. From conquest of the Promised Land to the return out of exile, Israel's unique destiny and mission is studied through the background, structure, and content of each book. Primary focus will be on knowledge of God, insight into His ways, and the revelation of His redemptive plan.
Old Testament Prophets BIB 205 (Obadiah-Isaiah) (2 units)
A chronological study of the person, work, and office of the pre-exilic prophets including Isaiah. Their ministry and message in historical, cultural, literary, and theological contexts will be the focus of this course. Relevance for modern life and ministry will be examined.
Old Testament Prophets BIB 206 (Nahum-Malachi) (2 units)
A chronological study of the person, work, and office of pre-exilic, exilic, and post-exilic prophets. Their ministry and message will be examined from historical, cultural, literary, and theological perspectives. Relevance for modern life and ministry will be examined.
Historical Geography of the Holy Land BIB 207(2 units)
A study of the ways in which a knowledge of the topography, natural regional divisions of the land, major roadways, defense, climate, neighbors, etc. enhances the interpretation of the Scriptures, with particular attention to the Old Testament historical books and the Gospels.
The Life of Christ BIB 108 (4 units)
This course is a study of the life of Christ taken from the Gospels. Special attention is upon the miracles, parables, Sermon on the Mount, and the Passion Week. Historical, cultural, and literary contexts are studied in order to develop theological and practical applications of Jesus' teaching for spiritual growth and ministry.
The Acts of the Apostles BIB 109 (2 units)
An expository study of the book of Acts focusing on early church history (the origin and development of the apostolic church) and Luke's distinctive theology of the Holy Spirit. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the Holy Spirit in the church's proclamation of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Paul's missionary journeys, the day of Pentecost, and the expansion of the Gospel from Jerusalem to Rome and the world are included.
Romans & Galatians BIB 110 (4 units)
A doctrinal and devotional study of the letters to Rome and Galatia covering major themes of grace, faith, sin, and salvation. Consideration is given to history, culture, literature, and the religious environment of the 1st century. Relevance for modern life and ministry is central.
Letters from Prison BIB 111 (2 units)
A detailed study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. A verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter expository study is supplemented by relevant historical and cultural background material. Special theological emphasis is on the Christological focus of these letters.
This course is a general expository survey of the books of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus. These letters of the apostle to the young ministers, Timothy and Titus, are studied in their historical, cultural, and literary background as the basis for developing and implementing an effective and successful theology of ministry.
General Letters BIB 113 (2 units)
An expository survey of James, 1&2 Peter, 1,2,&3 John, and Jude. Background from culture, history, and literary context help to illuminate the meaning of these letters. The Jewish practicality of James, the end-times warnings of Peter and Jude, and the spiritual contrasts, insights, and warnings from John will be studied. The various authors and their messages add to the richness of the New Testament witness.
Letters to Corinth & Thessalonica BIB 214 (2 units)
A survey study of 1&2 Corinthians and 1 & 2 Thessalonians including the Apostle Paul's view of church order, discipline, unity, spiritual gifts, the end times, and practical issues of Christian life and work. Spiritual, moral and ethical teaching is analyzed and applied to personal life and church ministry situations.
Letter to the Hebrews BIB 215 (2 units)
A detailed exposition of this cornerstone of New Covenant truth with special emphasis on the Hebraic types and concepts that bring out the true meaning of difficult passages. Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Covenant and the solid foundation of a powerful, life-transforming faith.
New Testament Survey BIB 116 (2 units)
An overview of the books of the New Testament with emphasis on the authorship, genre, theme(s), purpose, and major events/characters/teachings of each book in its historical-cultural-geographical setting. Attention will be given to the intertestamental period, the establishment of the New Testament canon, and the contribution of each book to the ongoing revelation of God's plan of redemption.
O.T. Survey (2 units)
A chronological overview of the entire Old Testament covering persons, places and principles. The course will concentrate on the Old Testament historical and cultural background, how Christ the Messiah is presented and how these truths can be applied to modern day living.