Mission Statement
The mission of the Advanced Biblical Studies program is to prepare students to effectively provide Christian leadership and service in the church and in the world through understanding and teaching the Bible with attention to its original languages and grammatical and historical context.
Objectives
Graduates will:
- Achieve the general objectives of the School of Bible and Ministry.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of original languages equivalent to that expected from two years of college level New Testament Greek and one year of college level Old Testament Hebrew.
- Demonstrate preparation for graduate level work in Bible or Ministry.
Program Offered
Bachelor of Arts, Advanced Biblical Studies
General Information
The major in Advanced Biblical Studies includes three years of biblical languages and is a good choice for those students preparing for seminary work. The program provides an Arts and Sciences core, Bible and Theology core, and an Advanced Biblical Studies Major, which includes a biblical languages component and a ministry component. Graduates must also complete an approved minor.
Career Outlook
Bureau of Labor Statistics Reports
- 53,000 fulltime jobs in ministry
- Average Yearly Salary of $60,180 (National) $51,800 Kentucky
- 1.5% job growth in the next 3 years
- Typical Entry Level Education is a Bachelor’s Degree
Admission Requirements
Students wishing to major in Advanced Biblical Studies must “maintain Christian character and conduct of such quality” that the School of Bible and Ministry can in good conscience recommend the graduate for employment in churches and other ministries (see 网赌最好最大平台 Student Handbook, page 8.)
Graduation Requirements
- Demonstrate growth in familiarity with people, places, events, and concepts in passages of the Old and New Testaments through the Bible knowledge tests administered in the freshman and senior years.
- Successfully complete all courses required for this program.
- Complete all Advanced Biblical Studies courses with at least a C and attain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.4 for all Bible (BI) courses.
- Satisfy all 网赌最好最大平台 Graduation Requirements.
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 121
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science Elective
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science Elective
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Gospel Literature Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Pauline Literature Elective
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Gospel Literature Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Pauline Literature Elective
Bible/Theology Elective
Bible/Theology Elective
Biblical Language Seminar
An advanced exegetical study of a selected portion (book or books) of the Bible, making extensive use of original language skills. Appropriate knowledge of New Testament Greek or Old Testament Hebrew is prerequisite.
Hermeneutics
A study of traditional and emerging approaches in biblical interpretation. Students will experiment with exegetical and interpretive methods to improve their ability to discern meaning from Scripture. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 60 hours.)
History of Christianity
An examination of various themes and issues in the history of the church. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
History of the Restoration Movement
An overview of the history of the church with special emphasis on the history of the Stone-Campbell movements that begin in the early nineteenth century in the United States. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
Pentateuch
A study of the Pentateuch (Genesis through Deuteronomy). These books are presented in their historical, cultural, and theological contexts. Emphasis is on understanding of God’s unfolding revelation in history. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.) (Offered Every Fall)
Psalms
This seminar will examine Psalms as a Bible text and prayer guide. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Systematic Theology
A study of the systematic theology of the biblical revelation arranged topically and including a careful comparison of contemporary theological interpretations. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Bible/Theology Elective
Bible/Theology Elective
Biblical Language Seminar
An advanced exegetical study of a selected portion (book or books) of the Bible, making extensive use of original language skills. Appropriate knowledge of New Testament Greek or Old Testament Hebrew is prerequisite.
Hermeneutics
A study of traditional and emerging approaches in biblical interpretation. Students will experiment with exegetical and interpretive methods to improve their ability to discern meaning from Scripture. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 60 hours.)
History of Christianity
An examination of various themes and issues in the history of the church. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
History of the Restoration Movement
An overview of the history of the church with special emphasis on the history of the Stone-Campbell movements that begin in the early nineteenth century in the United States. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
Pentateuch
A study of the Pentateuch (Genesis through Deuteronomy). These books are presented in their historical, cultural, and theological contexts. Emphasis is on understanding of God’s unfolding revelation in history. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.) (Offered Every Fall)
Psalms
This seminar will examine Psalms as a Bible text and prayer guide. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Systematic Theology
A study of the systematic theology of the biblical revelation arranged topically and including a careful comparison of contemporary theological interpretations. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Beginning Greek I
A beginning course in New Testament Greek covering vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and use of Greek tools for Bible study, with readings in the Greek New Testament.
Beginning Greek II
A continuation of BLA 241 (Prerequisite: BLA 241)
Beginning Hebrew I
A beginning course in classical Hebrew covering vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and use of Hebrew tools for Bible study, with readings in the Hebrew Old Testament.
Beginning Hebrew II
A continuation of BLA 251. (Prerequisite: BLA 251)
Intermediate Greek I
Review and further study of advanced syntax and accidence, with application of rules of exegesis on selected passages of the New Testament. (Prerequisite: BLA 242)
Intermediate Greek II
Further study of advanced syntax and accidence, with application of rules of exegesis on selected passages of the New Testament. (Prerequisite: BLA 341)
Beginning Greek I
A beginning course in New Testament Greek covering vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and use of Greek tools for Bible study, with readings in the Greek New Testament.
Beginning Greek II
A continuation of BLA 241 (Prerequisite: BLA 241)
Beginning Hebrew I
A beginning course in classical Hebrew covering vocabulary, grammar, syntax, and use of Hebrew tools for Bible study, with readings in the Hebrew Old Testament.
Beginning Hebrew II
A continuation of BLA 251. (Prerequisite: BLA 251)
Intermediate Greek I
Review and further study of advanced syntax and accidence, with application of rules of exegesis on selected passages of the New Testament. (Prerequisite: BLA 242)
Intermediate Greek II
Further study of advanced syntax and accidence, with application of rules of exegesis on selected passages of the New Testament. (Prerequisite: BLA 341)
Ministry Elective
Ministry Elective
Ministry Elective
Ministry Elective
Ministry Elective
Ministry Elective
Electives
Upper Level Electives
Electives
Upper Level Electives
Additional Course Notes
Advanced Biblical Studies majors are required to complete complete an approved minor or 18 hours of electives.
Opportunity to Use My Abilities for God
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