2024-2025 Catalog

 

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BIL-200 Hermeneutics

This course is an introduction to basic principles of biblical interpretation. It emphasizes the application of these principles to personal Bible study and provides an important basis for the preparation of sermons and Bible studies.

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BIL-201 Methods in Bible Study

A study of assumptions, procedures, and guidelines to be used in understanding the Bible. Emphasis is upon refinement of the student's skills in observation and interpretation. The course is designed to develop the student's ability to study the Scriptures accurately, systematically, and independently as a basis for all further personal and professional use of the Bible. Not open to students with credit in BIL-202. Prerequisites: BIL-111, BIL-112

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BIL-202 Inductive Bible Study

Students will learn the principles and steps of the Inductive Bible Study Method, including observation, interpretation, and appropriation. The course will also provide theological foundations of the nature and authority of scripture. Prerequisite: BIL-101 and BIL-102, or HNR-170 and HNR-180. Not available to students with credit in BIL-201.

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BIL-203 Advanced Inductive Bible Study

This course reviews, develops, and extends the skills involved in Inductive Bible Study. Students will survey a medium length book of scripture, cultivate the process of observation and survey, expand their skills of interpretation, and formulate concrete applications. This course will also provide opportunities for students to learn the tasks of evaluating and applying interpretations. Students will consider the role of Scripture and the study of Scripture as part of spiritual formation. Prerequisite: BIL-201

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BIL-235 Life and Letters of Paul

This course surveys the life, ministry, letters, and thinking of the apostle Paul as found in the book of Acts and his own letters.

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BIL-240 Teaching the Bible to Youth and Adults

A course exploring the methods of teaching the Bible to youth and adults seeking life change. The course content includes learning theory, teaching methods, and small group leadership skills. As part of the course each student completes a segment of practice teaching both in and out of the classroom which is evaluated professionally with an eye toward improvement. Prerequisites BIL-101 and BIL-102.

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BIL-252 Biblical Theology of Social Justice

This course explores social justice in the context of Old and New Testament. Special attention is given to helping students develop a biblical and theological basis for engaging the pressing issues in contemporary society. Prerequisites: BIL-101, BIL-102, THE-101.

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BIL-254 Biblical Foundations of Worship

Explores worship in the Old and New Testaments in context with other worship patterns of the day. Traces liturgy, Scripture, music, sacred sign-acts, symbolism, festivals, and sacred space as elements of worship through Bible history. Also examines passages relevant to understanding a biblical theology of worship.

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BIL-256 Biblical Theology of Missions

This course explores missiological paradigms in the Old and New Testament, with special attention given to helping students develop a biblical and theological foundation for effective engagement in God's mission in the world today.

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BIL-280 Lands of the Bible

A study of the historical and geographical contexts of the biblical world. Emphasis will be given to the geographical and topographical features of the land that bring insight and understanding to the biblical narrative. Additional focus will be given to important cities and events in the lands of the Bible from the time of the Patriarchs through the 1st century AD. Prerequisite: BIL 101 and BIL 102.

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BIL-281 Jerusalem and Its People

This course will investigate the importance and development of the city of Jerusalem from its initial settlement through the modern era. Particular attention will be given to Jerusalem's geographical setting and archaeological remains. In addition, the city's theological significance for Christianity, Judaism, and Islam will be discussed. Pre-requisites: BIL-101 and BIL-102.

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BIL-286 Introduction to Pastoral Epistles

This course is an introductory study of the Pastoral Epistles utilizing Inductive Bible Study method. Historical, cultural, grammatical, and social contexts will be addressed to interpret the text and make application for ministers and pastoral ministry. Prerequisite: BIL-202

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BIL-290 Tools and Resources for Biblical Studies

Effective, in-depth, and theologically meaningful study of the Bible is aided by a number of specialized tools and resources. This course will give students the ability to decipher Greek and Hebrew words. Students will learn about principles and resources for finding and using relevant historical, archaeological, literary, and cultural evidence appropriate to both the Old Testament and New Testament. Finally, students will explore a variety of types of commentaries and how to employ them critically in theological interpretation.

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BIL-293 Topics in Biblical Studies: Colossians

In this course, you will identify the content and message of Paul's letter to the Colossians. Students will describe the dual nature of Jesus the Messiah and explain the value of relationship and union with Jesus Christ found in Paul's letter to the Colossians.

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BIL-294 Topics in Biblical Studies: Ephesians

In this course, you will identify the content and message of Paul's letter to the Ephesians. Students will describe central focus of Jesus the Messiah in all of history and explain God's eternal plan of salvation in Ephesians.

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