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BTCM-4750 Internship inYouth Ministries
3–12 hours
A mentored and evaluated youth experience under the
direction of a qualified youth minister. This is an opportunity to
utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a youth
ministry context appropriate for student’s interest and preparation.
Capstone course. Repeatable to 12 hours.
Prerequisites: 1)
Approval of the faculty of the School of Biblical and Theological
Studies. 2) Senior academic status. 3) Completion of the
following five courses: BTAT-2350 Theological Foundations of
Ministry; BTCM-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; BTCM-
2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3700 Campus
Ministries; BTAT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BTAT-3410
Discipleship.
Credit/No Credit.
BTCM-4900
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Christian Education
–Fa, Sp, Su
Students will investigate a significant topic or Scripture passage
of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge.
BTCM-4990 Topics in Christian Education
–Fa, Sp
1–3 hours
Investigation of special topics in Bible and theology, that
have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Permission of
instructor required for non-majors.
Bible and Theology — General Education (BTGE)
BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation
–Fa, Sp, Su
3 hours
The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined
from a biblical perspective with an emphasis upon the practice
of spiritual disciplines. The course undergirds students with a
theology of the Bible and an introduction to the inductive method
of Bible study.
BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature
–Fa, Sp, Su
3 hours
Survey of the entire Old Testament, giving special attention to
authorship, historical background, and the theme of each book
with attention to literary genre. This study traces the history of
the Hebrew nation from its origin to the time of Jesus Christ.
Prerequisites: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation.
BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature
–Fa, Sp, Su
3 hours
Survey of the entire New Testament, including the historical
background of the Inter-Testamental period, giving special
attention to main events, the authorship and content of each
book with attention to literary genre, and the unfolding of God’s
redemptive purpose through the Lord Jesus Christ.
Prerequisites:
BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation, BTGE-2730 Old Testament
Literature.
BTGE-3755 Theology I
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
An introductory reflection on the theological task, the doctrines
of the triune God, creation and humanity, revelation, and sin
by means of a conversation between the Bible and classic and
contemporary theological literature. This theological reflection will
be brought to bear on contemporary challenges.
Prerequisite:
BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BTGE-2730 Old Testament
Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature
.
BTGE-3765 Theology II
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
An introductory reflection on the theological task, the doctrines
of Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and last things
by means of a conversation between the Bible and classic and
contemporary theological literature. This theological reflection
will be brought to bear on contemporary challenges with a focus
on developing the students’ practice of theological thinking.
Prerequisite: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BTGE-2730 Old
Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature;
BTGE-3755 Theology I.
Bible and Theology — History and Theology (BTHT)
BTHT-2500 Church History
–Fa
3 hours
An introduction to the history of Christianity covering the major
people, movements, institutions, and events of the Church from
its founding by Jesus Christ to the present. This course examines
the unique ways Christianity has shaped and been shaped by its
environment, the rich diversity of its expressions through the ages,
and the significant purpose it fulfills in society and the world.
BTHT-2910 Theological Research
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
This course is designed to survey the basic process, as well
as selected special processes, germane to the field of theological
research.
Prerequisite: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation.
BTHT-3340
3 hours
Christian Theology 1: Bible, Trinity, God the Father
–Fa
Study of the doctrines of the Scripture and the triune God,
with special emphasis on God the Father. The related biblical
and historical material along with contemporary discussions will
be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner
attention.
Prerequisites: BTGE-3755 Theology I or permission of
the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTHT-6340 Christian Theology 1:
Bible, Trinity, God the Father)
BTHT-3350
3 hours
Christian Theology 2: God the Son and God the Spirit
–Sp
Study of the persons and work of both Christ and the Holy
Spirit. The related biblical and historical material along with
contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered.
Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention.
Prerequisite: BTGE-3765 Theology II or permission of the
instructor.
(dual-listed with BTHT-6350 Christian Theology 2: God
the Son and God the Spirit)
BTHT-3360
3 hours
Christian Theology 3: Humanity, Angels, and Salvation
–Fa
Study of the nature of humans, heavenly beings, and God’s
saving work from election through final consummation. The
related biblical and historical material along with contemporary
discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry
implications of the doctrines will garner attention.
Prerequisite:
BTGE-3755 Theology I or permission of instructor.
(dual-listed
with BTHT-6360 Christian Theology 3: Humanity, Angels, and
Salvation)
BTHT-3370
3 hours
Christian Theology 4: The Church and Last Things
–Sp
Study of the nature of the church and its mission in the
world until the consummation of all things. The ultimate end of
individuals and the corporate bodies of the church and israel will
be covered. The related biblical and historical material along with
contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered.
Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention.
Prerequisite: BTGE-3765 Theology II or permission of the
instructor.
(dual-listed with BTHT-6370 Christian Theology 4: The
Church and Last Things) (even years)
BTHT-3500 Historical Theology
–Sp
3 hours
An examination of the development of Christian doctrine from
the Apostolic Fathers to the modern era. The course will highlight
key thinkers and theological developments in the patristic,
medieval, Reformation and modern eras. Attention will be given
to the reading and analysis of primary documents.
Prerequisites:
BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature , BTGE-2740 New Testament
Literature, and BTHT-2500 Church History.
(dual-listed with BTHT-
6500 Historical Theology)
2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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Course Descriptions
BTCM-4750 – BTHT-3500
BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES