Bible
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BI 101 New Testament Survey (2) A study of the content and instruction of the four Gospels as they relate to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, and Acts.

BI 102 New Testament Survey (2) A study of the content and teachings of Romans through Revelation with emphasis on key verses and themes.

BI 201 Old Testament Survey (2) A study of the Pentateuch, including the major characters and events. Special attention is given to the Patriarchs, the events of the Exodus, and the Tabernacle.

BI 202 Old Testament Survey (2) A chronological study of Israel’s history from Joshua to the closing of the Old Testament. Emphasis is given to major characters, themes of books, and passages of particular doctrinal significance.

BI 203 Life of Christ (2) Prereq.: BI 101. Treats the major chronological periods in the life of the Lord in connection with a harmony of the Gospels.

BI 206 Acts (2) An exposition of Acts, concentrating on the history of the spread of the gospel in the early Church and the development of the Church and its doctrine.

BI 214 General Epistles (2) An in-depth study of I, II, and III John, I and II Peter, and the Epistle of Jude, noting the warning to believers about false teachers and principles of growth in the Christian life.

BI 216 Teachings of Jesus (2) Prereq.: BI 101. An absorbing study of the teachings of Christ as found in the four Gospels. The course includes a thorough investigation of His parables, discourses, and short sayings with emphasis on application.

BI 218 I and II Corinthians (2) An exposition of the Corinthian correspondence, with special study on certain chapters.

BI 233 Life of David (2) A study of the life of David beginning with a view of the theocracy and the beginning of the monarchy under Saul progressing through the reign of David and the transition to Solomon’s reign. The study focuses on David’s heart for God with regular references to the Psalms.

BI 235 Elijah and Elisha (2) Students will survey the colorful lives and ministries of Elijah and Elisha and the revival of the prophetic office during the days of the Divided Kingdom as recorded primarily in 1 and 2 Kings. Principles on ministry in times of spiritual and moral decay will be observed.

BI 303 Hebrew History I (3) Prereq.: BI 201 and 202. Students will learn the major events in Hebrew history beginning with the Exodus from Egypt through the wilderness wanderings as recorded in Numbers. A special emphasis is given to the theological principles that relate to the life of the believer. Fall sem.

BI 304 Hebrew History II (3) Prereq.: BI 201 and 202. Students will learn the major event in Hebrew history from the preparation to enter the Promised Land to the period of the Judges (Deuteronomy through Ruth). A special emphasis is given to the theological principles that relate to the life of the believer. Spring sem.

BI 310 Daniel (2) An introduction to and exposition of Daniel, concentrating on its historical background and prophetic contribution.

BI 312 Romans (2) An introduction to and exposition of Romans noting man’s condemnation because of sin and his justification and sanctification because of the work of Christ.

BI 314 Genesis (2) A thorough treatment of Genesis giving special attention to the Creation, the Fall, the Flood, the tower of Babel, the call of Abraham, and God’s dealing in and through the lives of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Spring sem.

BI 317 Galatians and the Prison Epistles (2) An introduction to and exposition of Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Spring sem.

BI 318 Biblical Poetry (2) An introduction to Biblical poetry including a careful study of the background (historical setting, authorship, poetical structure) of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Special emphasis is given to the devotional and theological elements. Specific portions of these books are selected for study in the classroom. Practical applications are made to the Christian life.

BI 319 I and II Timothy and Titus (2) An introduction to and exposition of I and II Timothy and Titus, with a special view of their teaching on the Christian ministry.

BI 320 Isaiah (2) An introduction to and a commentary on Isaiah, concentrating on its Messianic passages.

BI 321 Bible Doctrines (2) A study familiarizing the student with the basic Bible doctrines upon which Christianity stands. This semester deals primarily with the doctrines of Bibliology, theology proper, Christology, and pneumatology. Fall sem.

BI 322 Bible Doctrines (2) A study familiarizing the student with the basic Bible doctrines upon which Christianity stands. This semester covers the major doctrines of anthropology, ecclesiology, soteriology, angelology, and eschatology. Spring sem.

BI 360 Minor Prophets (2) An introduction to the books of the minor prophets with an exposition of selected prophets.

BI 414 Revelation (3) Prereq.: BI 102 and sophomore or above. A careful study of the content and message of this fascinating book of New Testament prophecy. Current economic, political, and social trends on the world stage are noted as they seem to be pointing toward the rapidly approaching fulfillment of much of the prophecy of the book. This course may be taken as a social science elective. Spring sem.

BI 416 Hebrews and James (2) Prereq.: BI 102 and sophomore or above. An in-depth study of Hebrews noting its essential unity with the Old Testament and its fulfillment in the New Testament ministry of Christ, and a study of the Book of James and its application of faith to everyday life.

BI 420 I and II Thessalonians (2) Prereq.: BI 102 and sophomore or above. This course introduces the church at Thessalonica and reviews the start of this church in Acts 17 during Paul’s second missionary journey. The course includes a careful exposition of Paul ’s two short letters to the Thessalonians.

BI 490 Bible Comprehensive Review (1) This course presents a review of comprehensive Bible knowledge and is required of all students who do not successfully pass the Bible Comprehensive Exam given to all Bible majors in the final semester of their studies. Interterm and Post-term.