2021-22 Graduate Academic Catalog

2021–22 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 85 Graduate-Level Course Descriptions BTBS-7900 – BTHT-6150 BTBS-7900 Topics in Biblical Studies 1-3 hours Investigation of special topics in biblical studies, which have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. BTBS-7940 Thesis Research 2 hours Independent research on an approved topic under the supervision of a faculty member in a sub-field of biblical and theological studies. Students will prepare an original, extensive bibliographical report utilizing the resources of, but not limited to, Cedarville University’s Library pertaining to the general field and the specialization the student has chosen. Upon successful completion of the guided-research project, students will submit a thesis proposal for the approval of the faculty supervisor. Students will complete the approved thesis in BTBS-7950 Thesis Writing. BTBS-7950 Thesis Writing 1 hour Independent writing on an approved topic under the supervision of a faculty member in a sub-field of biblical and theological studies. Students will prepare a thesis on a viable research project, writing with originality, clarity, and force. Prerequisite: BTBS-7940 Thesis Research. Blble and Theology — Christian Ministry (BTCM) BTCM-6300 Teaching Ministry of the Church 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-6300 Teaching Ministry of the Church) (dual-listed with BTAT/BTCM-4300 Teaching Ministry of the Church) BTCM-6410 Children’s Ministries 3 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy of ministry to children in light of development characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate, biblically- centered ministry programs. (dual-listed with BTCM-3680 Children’s Ministries) BTCM-6420 Youth Ministries 3 hours Emphasis is placed on the interface of Bible and theology with understanding of youth culture, typical issues they face, and their implications for ministry to junior and senior high students in the church. Students will learn to identify key problems, understand key leadership principles, and implement organization of student ministry within the local church. A section of the course will be dedicated to building the skill of communicating to teenagers and their culture. (dual-listed with BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries) BTCM-6430 Adult Ministries 3 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy of ministry to adults in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and developing effective age-appropriate, biblically- centered ministry programs. (dual-listed with BTCM-3720 Adult Ministries) BTCM-6530 3 hours Contemporary Ministry to Women and Girls 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-3530 Contemporary Ministry to Women and Girls) Bible and Theology — Biblical Studies (BTGS) BTGS-6100 3 hours Biblical and Theological Foundations for Graduate Study This course provides a biblical foundation for students involved in graduate study at Cedarville University. Students will develop a theological framework for life, including academic disciplines and professional fields. Students will also apply this biblical-theological framework to professional and discipline-specific issues. Bible and Theology — History and Theology (BTHT) BTHT-6100 Biblical Theology 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-4100 Biblical Theology) BTHT-6105 Introduction to Biblical Theology 3 hours An introduction to the distinctive theologies of the Old and New Testaments within the overall unity of Scripture. This course focuses on the overarching unity of Scripture through both Testaments while also studying the tensions among and distictive features of the biblical writings. BTHT-6110 Christian History and Theology 1 3 hours A study of the history of Christianity and the development of doctrine between the apostolic successors and the late medieval period. Attention will be given to the major people, key thinkers, movements, and significant events of the Church. This course examines the primary sources that depict the church’s activity and articulate Christian theology. The course depicts Christianity’s historical interaction with its context, the major and minor voices in theological discussions, and the significant purpose the church has fulfilled in society. (dual-listed with BTHT-3510 Christian History and Theology I) BTHT-6120 Christian History and Theology 2 3 hours A study of the history of Christianity and the development of doctrine between the early reformers to the modern period. Attention will be given to the major people, key thinkers, movements, and significant events of the Church. This course examines the primary sources that depict the church’s activity and articulate Christian theology. The course depicts Christianity’s historical interaction with its context, the major and minor voices in theological discussions, and the significant purpose the church has fulfilled in society. (dual-listed with BTHT-3520 Christian History and Theology II) BTHT-6140 Foundtional Christian Doctrine 3 hours Study of core Christian doctrines rooted in biblical exegesis, with special attention given to the doctrines of God and Scripture. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions will be considered. Attention will also be given to how these foundational doctrines shape Christian ministry. BTHT-6150 3 hours Contemporary Theology in Historical Context What do we do when we read a book or blog or listen to a teaching that seemingly espouses a new or provocative theology? As Christians we need to practice biblically saturated discernment, but that can be difficult. This course exposes students to prominent contemporary theological systems while reading those systems through the context of their historical antecedents. (dual-listed with BTHT-4320 Contemporary Theology)