1993-1994 Academic Catalog

BECE-362 Christian Education of Youth--W 5 hours Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of youth, the under– standing of youth's problems, and their implications for the work of the church. Programs, leadership, materials, trends and organiza– tion of youth work within and related to the church. BECE-364 Principles of Bible Teachlng--A 3 hours A study of the Biblical principles of teaching which provide a rationale for methodology. BECE-366 Christian Education of Adults--A 4 hours The presentation of the characteristics and needs of the adult, his worship, education, service, and recreation in the church and the home. BECE-460 Study in Christian Education--A,W,Sp 1-4 hours Opportunity to explore in depth an area or problem by indepen– dent research in church education. BECE-462 Seminar in Christian Education--W 3 hours Trends and problems of the field are analyzed and defined by individual research and group conferences. BECE-463 Methods of Bible Teachlng--Sp hours An experimentation and application in the classroom of various methods of Bible study and teaching. BECE-465 Internship in Christian Education 16 hours Ten weeks in a local church gaining experience in the total educational program of the church, under the supervision of the Christian education faculty and the pastor and/or director of Christian education. Prerequisite: Bible faculty approval and 20 hours in Christian education. Philosophy--A,W,Su 5 hours A survey of the principal issues in western philosophy covering such areas as epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, and the major systems of philosophy. BEPH-221 History of Ancient and Medieval Philos~()JJl:!ty-- 5 hours A survey of men and movements in Greek and Christian philoso– phy from Thales to Aquinas. Selected, representative writings of the philosophers will be read. Prerequisite: BEPH-220 Introduc- tion to Philosophy. (odd years) BEPH-222 History of Modern Philosophy--W 5 hours A study of the principal philosophers from Descartes through Nietzsche. The development of rationalism and empiricism with the Kantian synthesis and its results will be emphasized. Prerequi- site: BEPH-220 Introduction to Philosophy. (odd years) BEPH-225 Ethics--Sp 5 hours A study and evaluation of the major theories of goodness, obligation, and motive; and the development of a consistent Christian theory of value and obligation. BEPH-226 Religion and Culture--Sp 5 hours An introduction to religious issues, themes, and alternatives as they emerge in the historical context of Eastern and Western culture. BEPH-321 Philosophy of Sdence--A 5 hours An interdisciplinary study of the methodology of science and its implications for the history of science, the possibility of creation science, and the philosophy of time. Prerequisites: BEPH-220 Introduction to Philosophy, GSCI-160 or GSCI-161 Introduction to the Physical Sciences. (even years) BEPH-322 Logic--W 5 hours A study of the principles of correct and fallacious reasoning involved in traditional logic and modem logic. BEPH-325 Philosophy ofReligion--W 5 hours An analysis of the major philosophical problems relating to religion as these have arisen in the modem intellectual milieu. Prerequisite: BEPH-220 Introduction to Philosophy. BEPH-420 Study in Philosophy--A,W,Sp,Su 1-4 hours The student will investigate a significant topic of philosophy of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge. BEPH-423 Contemporary Philosophy--Sp 5 hours A survey of the more significant European and American philosophies of the 20th Century. Primary consideration will be given to existentialism, pragmatism, and analytic philosophies. Prerequisite: BEPH-220 Introduction to Philosophy. (odd years) BEPH-429 Seminar in Philosophy--Sp 3 hours Individual and group research in the area of Christian theistic philosophers and the implications of their views toward an analysis of contemporary culture. (odd years) rraictwal Theology BEPT-240 Evangelism--Sp,Su 3 hours The objectives of the course will be threefold: first, to help the student become aware of his responsibility to be an effective Christian witness; second, to challenge the student to make a genuine effort in witnessing; third, to acquaint the student with the methods which may be employed and with the difficulties which may be encountered in witnessing. Particular attention will be given to many "isms" so prevalent in our modem society. BEPT-242 Missions Survey--A 4 hours A survey of the history of missions from apostolic times corre– lated with a study of New Testament missionary principles and practices. The organization and policies of the GARBC approved agencies will be examined. BEPT-342 Pastoral Ministry--W 3 hours A consideration of the pastor and his ministry. The course includes a study of his personal life, study, and pastoral duties, including presiding over the ordinances, weddings, funerals, and church services. BEPT-343 Pastoral Counseling--Sp 3 hours A consideration of the principles of pastoral counseling. Empha– sis is placed on a study of contemporary personal problems and their Scriptural solutions. BEPT-345 Contemporary World Missions--W 4 hours A study of the development, methods, and problems of Christian missions since World War II. BEPT-346 The Missionary Process--Sp 3 hours An examination of the various aspects involved in becoming a missionary, including such things as the missionary call, pre– candidature preparation, the selection of a mission board, the candidate screening process, appointment as a missionary, pre-field ministry, culture shock, cross cultural communication, evangelistic and church planting strategy. BEPT-349 The Pastor's Wife--A 3 hours A consideration of the unique position of a pastor's wife, her responsibilities, problems, and privileges. Practical suggestions from area pastors' wives, individual research, and group discussion will be explored. (even years) BEPT-350 Homiletics 5 hours An introductory course designed to develop the student's philosophy of preaching. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of expository sermons and practice in their delivery. Prerequisites: COM-110 Fundamentals of Speech, junior or senior status. BEPT-440 Pastoral Intemship--A,W,Sp,Su 16 hours Ten weeks in a local church gaining experience in pastoral responsibilities under the supervision of Bible department faculty and/or the local pastor. Five hours will count toward the preseminary major. Prerequisite: Approval of the Bible faculty. BEPT-441 Independent Study in Missions--A,W,Sp,Su 1-4 hours Individual research in various topics of missions, including mission boards, methods, and places of service. BEPT-450 Internship--Su 1-10 hours Four to six weeks on a home or foreign mission field gaining experience in actual missions activity under the supervision of the Missionary Internship Committee and a qualified missionary. This program is open to students in various majors, is normally taken during the summer between the junior and senior years, and cannot be counted toward the general education requirement in Bible. Up to three hours may count toward the preseminary major.