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A foundational course in theology designed to give the student a basic understanding of the doctrines of God, man, and sin, and emphasizes the saving relationship into which God calls all human beings.
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A study of the Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus with emphasis on application to present pastoral ministry.  Prerequisite:  BI 111.
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The four Epistles of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon were written by Paul during his Roman imprisonment.   This class will consider the theological truths and practical applications contained in these letters.   Prerequisite:  BI 111.
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A comprehensive study of the life and ministry of Jesus presented by the four gospel writers. Prerequisite: BI 111.
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The history of the origin, rise, and expansion of universal Christianity as presented in the Acts of the Apostles. Prerequisite: BI 111.
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An historical and theological study of the first five books of the Old Testament which emphasizes the characters and the covenant.  The Pentateuch is examined as the foundation for the remainder of the history of God’s revelation to humanity. Prerequisite: BI 111.
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This course emphasizes the biblical foundation of Christian education. Needs of the various age groups, current methods and approaches, curriculum and materials, organization and administration in the local church are practical aspects surveyed.
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This course is a practical study of the spiritual, intellectual, social, and professional life of the Christian ministers in relation to their responsibilities and duties as pastor. Emphasis is placed upon the shepherd as a model for pastoral ministries.
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An advanced course in the principles of construction and delivery of sermons. Prerequisite: MT 291.
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This course will introduce the major learning theories relevant to educational processes, to enable a better understanding of learners, and to provide a foundation for their application in the classroom. Prerequisite: PS 171.
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This course is an introduction to the content, theology and history of the Bible with a special emphasis upon the major people, places and events. The various literary genres are studied in order to discover their basic teachings and place in divine revelation. The course is a prerequisite to all other courses in biblical studies
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A survey of the historical books from Joshua through Esther, tracing the history of the Hebrew nation through the conquest of Canaan and the return following the exile. Prerequisites: BI 111 and OT 212.
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Paul’s missionary journeys brought him to both Galatia and Thessalonica. This study reveals needs of young Gentile churches that were grasping the truths of grace, growth, persecution and understand of the second coming of Christ. Prerequisite: BI 111
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A study of the Epistles of Romans which focuses on the theological truths and their application to the Christian life. Prerequisite: BI 111.
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The course surveys the history of civilization and focuses on the religious, political and legal aspects of the ancient, medieval and modern world as seen from the Christian perspective
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This course considers the dynamics of marriage and family relationships. The emphasis will be upon the development of relationships from dating through courtship and marriage, with a special consideration for enrichment skills such as communication, conflict solving, budgeting, and role concepts.
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An intensive study of the doctrine of Christian perfection and entire sanctification as a second work of grace as it comes to expression within Scripture and Wesleyan theology which are integrated with experiential material for the purpose of instructing, clarifying, and establishing students in their personal experience of entire sanctification
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