Academic

Bible Interpretation Department

Bible Analysis

Bible Analysis is a system of taking apart, analyzing, and putting together of the entire Bible. It consists of a thorough study of the Bible based on II Timothy 2:15. It is a basic course on the methods of study and proper interpretation of the Bible.

Old Testament Survey

A chronological study of the Old Testament with attention to the introduction, history, background and outline of each book. This course provides a survey from Genesis through Malachi or from creation to the inter-biblical period.

Systematic Theology

This course is divided into five sections each semester.

First Semester – Bibliology, Theology, Christology, Pneumatology and Anthropology.

Second Semester – Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, Angelology, and Eschatology.

New Testament Survey

This survey course is designed to give a synopsis of each book, as well as something about the writer, the setting, the customs and the events surrounding each book of the New Testament, together with its significance relating to the values of Inspiration, is also covered in this course.

Bible in Eight Ages

A fundamental Bible course dealing with eight dispensations beginning with God and creation form thence through the history of the Old Testament. The first semester is occupied with four ages up to the giving of the Law at Sinai. The second semester we study from the law through the millennium.

Defense of the Faith

A study of the cardinal doctrines of the bible as taught by the New Testament church is made in this class. The student is given a Bible foundation for these truths.

Pastoral Epistles

This is an exegetical study of the letters written to Timothy and Titus. Emphasis is upon the application of biblical truths found in these books to present day churches and pastors.

Pauline Epistles

This is an exegetical study of the letters written by Paul except for the letters written to Timothy and Titus, which are studied in another course.

Hermeneutics

This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of sound Biblical interpretation. This will also be a systematic study of Biblical figures of speech.

Harmony of the Gospels

A course of study harmonizing the Gospels both chronologically and theologically.

Bible Prophecy

Prophecy is no more than history written in advance. It is important for every believer to understand the fundamentals of Bible Prophecy, and this course is designed to give you that education in a clear and enjoyable format.

English Department

English I

This course is a comprehensive study of principles of correct usages of parts of speech. Application of these principles is given in oral and written exercises. This course is designed to stimulate the student to think and write more correctly.

Thesis Writing

Principles and techniques of library research will be studied within a laboratory setting. This course begins the student’s thesis project. During this course, the student selects thesis topics and prepares a working outline for approval.

Bible Language Department

Beginners Greek

An introduction to the Greek of the New Testament is obtained in this course, including alphabet, inflection and vocabulary building. This course will help you in using a Greek Lexicon.

Beginners Hebrew

This is a foundational course in the Hebrew language. It begins with basic fundamental and progresses into basic grammar.

History Department

Baptist History

This course is taught with the concept that Baptist Churches originated during the public ministry of Jesus Christ on earth, and have continued until the present time with an unbroken succession. The history of these churches is studied form their origin to the American continent, and concluded with a study of the origin of the leading Baptist movements in America . 

Leadership Department

Evangelism

This is a study of the moral, social, and spiritual qualifications of the personal soul-winner. This course is also designed to challenge and motivate students to become real soul-winners.

Missions

This course acquaints the students with situations and methods common to the mission field, whether local, state, interstate or foreign. This course is designed to light a fire in the heart of every students to become more mission minded.

Homiletics / Sermonizing

This is an introduction to and experiences in learning to build sermons in a scriptural and logical manner, while filling the need of the hour. Oral and written constructive criticism is offered in this course.

Bible Manners and Customs

This course is designed to enrich the students understanding of the customs of the people living at the time the Bible was written. An understanding in this field will enable the student to better understand many culled “hard to understand” passages of Scriptures.

Biblical Geography

A course of study to acquaint the student with both the historical and geographical backgrounds of the Biblical record. The lands of Bible events are studied with an attempt to put the student mentally in the same environment in which they transcribed, with a view toward more accurate interpretation of the Scriptures.

Ministerial Practicalities

A study of the everyday practical needs of the minister, to give him guidance, not only in such responsibilities at the church, or on the mission field, but also in the handling of his own personal and business affairs.

Teaching Techniques

This course considers the law of teaching together with available methods of today that may be used to instruct students. The aims of teaching, the selection and organization of subject matter, planning, recitation and supervised study are considered. The student is taught to teach for results.

Church Administration

Deals with the organization and administration of church activities. The student is acquainted with the nature of the churches of the New Testament and their goals.

Cults