500

This course examines the foundational relationship bewteen the Old Testament and the New Testament; the literary, historical, cultural and geographical contexts of the Bible; and the application of biblical principles to contemporary situations.

This course offers an in-depth exegesis of the Gospels. Special attention is given to their content, literary context, and historical background. Different approaches used to study the Gospels throughout church history will be explored. The student will also apply the Gospels for diverse ministries in the church and for personal growth.

This course introduces the student to the process of inductive Bible study: observation, interpretation, integration, and appropriation. Hermeneutical strategies for reading the biblical texts as Christian Scripture are considered. Prerequisite: A grade of C or higher in BIL-500 or BIL-101 and BIL-102.

This course uses tools provided by the study of hermeneutics to help students articulate and implement a philosophy of hermeneutics for the interpretation of scriptural texts and Christian practices in the context of local church ministry. Prerequisite: BIL-510.

This course provides an advanced survey of biblical theology. Scriptural themes will be explored from multiple perspectives. The course engages ministers in the use of biblical theology for teaching and preaching. Prerequisite: BIL-510.

This class will examine the discipline of archaeology and its relationship with biblical studies. The integration of the disciplines of archaeology and biblical studies will be examined through the following means: 1)student participation in archaeological field work; 2)the study of the art, architecture and artifacts uncovered in the lands of the Bible; and 3)the study of key biblical sites that have been excavated. Travel expenses and all applicable fees required. Prerequisite: A grade of C or higher in both BIL-101 and BIL-102, or BIL-500.

This course explores the context of the biblical narrative (both Old and New Testaments). Topics of interest will include the historical, cultural, and religious settings of the biblical world. Travel expenses and all applicable fees may be required. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both BIL-101 and BIL-102; OR BIL-500.

This course studies the historical, literary, and socio-cultural background of the Old Testament. Background literature and inscriptional evidence relevant to the Old Testament will be examined, as well as key historical events, figures, and locations. A possible timeline for the writing of the Old Testament books will be developed, engaging key critical theories. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both BIL-101 and BIL-102; or BIL-500.

This course studies the historical, literary, and socio-cultural background to the New Testament. Beginning with intertestamental Jewish literature and Jewish history in the Maccabean period, the course proceeds to the New Testament's first century Jewish and Greco-Roman context. A possible timeline for the writing of the New Testament books will be developed. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both BIL-101 and BIL-102; or BIL-500.

This course covers a specialized and advanced topic in biblical studies. The course focuses on advanced exegesis for preaching and teaching from a particular section of Christian scripture. Prerequisite: BIL-510. May be repeated under different topics.

This course covers a specialized and advanced topic in biblical studies. The course focuses on advanced exegesis for preaching and teaching from a particular section of Christian scripture. Prerequisite: BIL-510. May be repeated under different topics.