2022-23 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

BTBL-4990 Topics in Biblical Languages –Fa, Sp 1–3 hours Investigation of special topics in Bible and theology that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Prerequisites: permission of instructor required for non-majors. Bible and Theology — Biblical Studies (BTBS) BTBS-1000 Introduction to Biblical Studies –Sp 1 hour This course will introduce the student to the field of biblical studies and related career opportunities. This will provide an overview of the major and the various complementary minors, introduce the various areas of study and related skills, survey career posibilities, and aid the student in determining his or her fit with the field. BTBS-2020 Biblical Research Methods –Sp 0 hour The student will learn both how to conduct research and how to produce a research paper, the contents and style of which comply with generally accepted standards held by biblical scholars. In addition, the student will demonstrate these skills by producing a research paper that proposes the student’s plan for fulfilling the program’s senior-seminar capstone requirement. (Fee: $15) (even years) BTBS-3400 Bible Backgrounds –Sp 3 hours An introduction to the world of the Bible including the historical context, geographical setting, and cultural milieu. These will be accomplished through a survey of Ancient Near Eastern backgrounds, a survey of the main geographical features of Israel and the Fertile Crescent, and a survey of Intertestamental literature. Prerequisites: BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature. (odd years) BTBS-4310 Hermeneutics –Fa, Sp 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 BTHT-4310 Hermeneutics) (dual-listed with BTBS/BTHT-6310 Hermeneutics) BTBS-4850 Senior Seminar –Sp 3 hours The senior seminar is a reading and writing intensive course dealing with key aspects of biblical studies. Students will meet with the appointed biblical studies faculty for written presentations and discussion of guided readings in classical and contemporary studies in the discipline. Prerequisites: senior status. Bible and Theology — Christian Ministry (BTCM) BTCM-1000 Orientation to Bible Ministries Majors –Fa 1 hour An introduction to the ministries majors provided within the School of Biblical and Theological Studies (youth ministries, Christian education, or missions). The course will provide an overview of the program, survey career opportunities in Christian ministry, and introduce the student to significant people and resources in the field, on the campus, and in the community. Credit/no credit. BTCM-2050 Foundations for Ministry –Fa 1 hour This course will provide an introductory view of Christian ministry within the context of the local church. It will focus on how worship directs the development and implementation of Christian service related to the edification of the body of Christ and the evangelism of the lost. The topics that will be addressed will include a theology of church service, the definition of biblical leadership, the essential qualities of the minister, the missiological directive of Christianity, and various ministries that are frequently employed in the contemporary setting. (odd years) BTCM-2200 Introduction toYouth Ministry –Sp 2 hours The course will examine the status of contemporary youth ministries, including a survey of various models of ministry. Foundational personal issues for the professional Christian minister will be explored, including a definition of “success” in youth ministries, and the knowledge, skills, heart, and character necessary for one to lead such ministries successfully. BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible –Fa 6 hours Principles for interpreting, organizing, and presenting the biblical text, and a survey of learning theory are examined to provide a framework for effective lesson preparation in light of the characteristics and needs of students. Prerequisite: BTGE-1725 The Bible and the Gospel. BTCM-3510 Small Group Ministry –Fa 3 hours Study of the theory and practice of the small group process in ministry. Emphasis will be given to the formulation and maintenance of small groups. Emphasis placed on how evangelism and spiritual maturity can be fostered by the small group environment. BTCM-3520 Counseling and Mentoring Women –Fa 3 hours Study of the distinctives of biblical counseling specifically applied to counseling women, the mandate and skill of mentoring woman to woman, and biblical responses to life struggles that are specific to women. Crosslisted as PYCH-3520; dual-listed with BTAT-6150 Counseling and Mentoring Women. BTCM-3530 3 hours Contemporary Ministry to Women and Girls –Sp Study of women today who are impacting the Church and edifying the body of Christ through various ministry opportunities. The course also includes a survey of current and potential full- time, part-time and volunteer opportunities for women, concluding with the development of each student’s own “dream ministry.” (dual-listed with BTCM-6530 Contemporary Ministry to Women & Girls) BTCM-3560 Counseling and Mentoring Men –Sp 3 hours In this course, the distinctive theological foundations and skills of biblical counseling will be examined and applied specifically to the ministry of mentoring and counseling men. Study will focus on the mandate and skills of leading men toward comprehensive maturity and counseling as it pertains to common life challenges for men in contemporary society. Crosslisted with BTAT. Prerequisite: BTAT-3400 Biblical Care and Counseling; or permission of the instructor. BTCM-3685 Children’s Ministries –Sp 3 hours An engagement of biblical texts to establish a biblical theological approach to ministry to preschool and elementary-age children and their families in connection with the local church, with an awareness of familial influences, developmental characteristics, and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective ministry programs. Course consists of class sessions and teaching practice. BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries –Sp 4 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for minstry to junior high and senior high youth in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age- appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions and a two-hour teaching lab. Prerequisites: BTCM- 2400 Intrepreting and Teaching the Bible; major or minor status or permission of the instructor . BTCM-3705 Youth Ministries –Sp 3 hours An engagement of biblical texts to establish a biblical theological approach to ministry to junior high and senior high youth in connection with the local church, with an awareness of familial influences, developmental characteristics, and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective ministry programs. Course consists of class sessions and teaching practice. Prerequisites: BTCM-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; or permission of the instructor . (Fee: $20) Page 236 2022–23 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions BTBL-4990 – BTCM-3705 BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES