2022-23 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

BTCM-3725 Adult Ministries –Fa 3 hours An engagement of biblical texts to establish a biblical theological approach to ministry to adults of various ages 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-4100 3 hours Leadership of Christian Educational Ministries –Sp An examination of models of leadership for Christian ministries, emphasizing practical issues such as developing mission and vision statements, creating effective leadership teams, and the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of ministries. For youth ministry and Christian education majors, this must be the final course taken from the sequence of the required BTCM courses. Prerequisites: For CE and youth ministries majors: BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3685 Children’s Ministries; BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries; BTCM- 3725 Adult Ministries. No prerequisites for non-majors. (Fee: $75) BTCM-4300 Teaching Ministry of the Church –Fa 3 hours Course focuses on the practice of expressing biblical and theological content in written documents and/or teaching curriculum for various audiences and settings. Attention is given to the variety of delivery methods for expositional teaching available within a church’s ministry. (Crosslisted with BTAT) (dual-listed with BTAT/BTCM-6300 Teaching Ministry of the Church) BTCM-4350 Teaching Lab –Fa, Sp 1 hour This course focuses on the practice of teaching biblical and theological content in a local church and/or para-church setting. Attention is given to the delivery of a biblical lesson, moving from textual interpretation to skilled proclamation. Prerequisites: BTCM- 4300 Teaching Ministry of the Church; or BTCM-3705 Youth Ministries; or BTCM-3725 Adult Ministries. BTCM-4740 Internship in Christian Ministries 3–12 hours A mentored and evaluated ministry experience under the direction of a qualified filed mentor. This is an opportunity to utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a ministry context appropriate for student interest and preparation. Repeatable up to 12 hours. Capstone course. 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-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3680, 3700, or 3720 Children’s Ministries, Campus Ministries, or Adult Ministries; BTAT-2400 Introduction to Evangelism or BTAT-3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. 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 Introduction to 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours An introductory course on the nature of the Bible, helpful tools for biblical interpretation, biblical practices that engender growing in spiritual maturity, and the Gospel-sharing task of all believers. Topics of emphasis include the content and appeal of the Gospel, the Holy Spirit’s role in inspiring the Bible and in applying the Bible to the believer’s life, gaining a valid interpretation of the author’s textual meaning, and the role of the local church in spiritual growth. 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel. 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel, BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature. BTGE-3755 Theology I –Fa, Sp, Su 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel; BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature . BTGE-3765 Theology II –Fa, Sp, Su 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel; 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-1725 The Bible and the Gospel. 2022–23 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 237 Course Descriptions BTCM-3725 – BTHT-2910 BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES