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BTHT-3720 Spiritual Formation II
–Fa
3 hours
This course will develop a biblical theology of spiritual
formation, explore alternative models of spiritual formation, and
engage students in personal and corporate study and practice
of spiritual disciplines as informed by influential thinkers through
the history of the Church.
Prerequisites: BTGE-1720 Spiritual
Formation; BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New
Testament Literature; major status or permission of instructor.
BTHT-3740 Biblical Theology of Womanhood
–Sp
3 hours
A survey of key biblical components that delineates
what it means to be female in Christ. The course includes a
comprehensive study of major biblical passages concerning
women, a survey of women in the Bible, and discussions of the
application of these texts within the current cultural milieu. (dual-
listed with BTHT-6740 Biblical Theology of Womanhood)
BTHT-3750 Historical Theology of Womanhood
–Fa
3 hours
This course includes an overview of major theological concepts
developed and discussed throughout the various periods of church
history as well as an overview of major events in the history of
the church. It will discuss the church’s understanding of humanity
throughout these periods, with a particular interest in womanhood.
This contribution of women to both theological and historical
developments in the church will be investigated. (odd years)
BTHT-4100 Biblical Theology
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
A study of some of the major distinctive theologies of the Old
and New Testaments within the overall unity of Scripture. This
course focuses both on the varieties and tensions among biblical
authors and collections within their particular genres and historical
settings, and on the similarities and unifying themes among the
biblical writings and through both Testaments. (dual-listed with
BTHT-6100 Biblical Theology)
BTHT-4300 Global Theology
–Sp
3 hours
An introduction to the rise and nature of non-Western
theologies along with an examination of the nature of theology and
its relevance in contemporary contexts. (dual-listed with BTHT-
6300 Global Theology) (even years)
BTHT-4310 Hermeneutics
–Fa
3 hours
A study of the theory and related practice of the roles of author,
reader, and text toward the end of authoritative interpretation
and contextualization of the Bible. (crosslisted with BTBS-4310
Hermeneutics) (dual-listed with BTBS/BTHT-6310 Hermeneutics)
BTHT-4320
3 hours
Contemporary Theology in Historical Context
–Sp
Critical study of traditions, trends, issues, and major thinkers in
contemporary theology.
Prerequisites: BTGE-2730 Old Testament
Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of
the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTHT-6150 Contemporary Theology
in Historical Context)
BTHT-4900
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Theology
–Fa, Sp, Su
Students will investigate a significant topic of theology of special
interest with a view toward integration of knowledge.
Prerequisites:
BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament
Literature; or permission of the instructor.
BTHT-4990 Topics in Theology
–Fa, Sp
1–3 hours
Investigation of special topics in Bible and theology, which
have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Permission of
instructor required for non-majors.
Prerequisites: BTGE-2730 Old
Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or
permission of the instructor.
Bible and Theology — New Testament (BTNT)
BTNT-3110 New Testament 1: Synoptic Gospels
–Fa
3 hours
Study of the canonical texts of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark,
and Luke. Attention is also given to the historical, theological,
and literary structural considerations for the books. Drawing
on the texts, contemporary implications will also be addressed.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature or permission
of the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTNT-6110 New Testament 1:
Synoptic Gospels)
BTNT-3120
3 hours
New Testament 2: Acts and New Testament Epistles
–Sp
Study of the canonical texts of Acts, Hebrews, James, 1
and 2 Peter, and Jude. Attention is also given to the historical,
theological, and literary structural considerations for the books.
Drawing on the texts, contemporary implications will also be
addressed.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature
or permission of the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTNT-6120 New
Testament 2: Acts and new Testament Epistles)
BTNT-3130 New Testament 3: Pauline Literature
–Fa
3 hours
Study of the canonical texts of Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians,
Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2
Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon. Attention
is also given to the historical, theological, and literary structural
considerations for the books. Drawing on the texts, contemporary
implications will also be addressed.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2740 New
Testament Literature or permission of the instructor.
(dual-listed
with BTNT-6130 New Testament 3: Pauline Literature) (even years)
BTNT-3140
3 hours
New Testament 4: Johannine Literature
–Sp
Study of the canonical texts of the Gospel of John, 1–3 John,
and Revelation. Attention is also given to the historical, theological,
and literary structural considerations for the books. Drawing
on the texts, contemporary implications will also be addressed.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature or permission
of the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTNT-6140 New Testament 4:
Johannine Literature)
BTNT-4900
1–3 hours
Independent Study in New Testament
–Fa, Sp, Su
Student will investigate a significant topic or Scripture passage
of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge.
BTNT-4990 Selected Studies in the New Testament 1–3 hours
Selected studies in a New Testament book or specific
grouping of books. Repeatable with different books or groupings.
Prerequisites: BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or
permission of instructor.
(dual-listed with BTNT-6150 Exposition of
New Testament Book)
Bible and Theology — Old Testament (BTOT)
BTOT-3140 Psalms
–Fa
3 hours
Examination of the book of Psalms with special attention
given to the various types of psalms and their application to life.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740
New Testament Literature or permission of the instructor.
BTOT-3150 Wisdom Literature
–Sp
3 hours
Examination of the books of Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes,
and Song of Solomon. Special attention is given to their literary
qualities and practical applications for today.
Prerequisite: BTGE-
2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament
Literature; or permission of the instructor.
BTOT-3110 Old Testament 1: Pentateuch
–Fa
3 hours
Study of the canonical texts of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,
Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Attention is also given to the
historical, theological, and literary structural considerations for the
books. Drawing on the texts, contemporary implications will also
be addressed.
Prerequisite: BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature
or permission of the instructor.
(dual-listed with BTOT-6110 Old
Testament 1: Pentateuch)
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2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Course Descriptions
BTHT-3720 – BTOT-3110
BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES