1996-1997 Academic Catalog

Course Descriptions General Education Courses Every student must take six Bible courses to meet the General Education requirements. These 24 quarter hours constitute a minor in Bible. They will also count toward the course requirements of any biblical education major. These courses may 1101 be taken on an out of class basis or by correspondence study. BEGE-171 The Christian Life-A,W,Sp,Su 4 hours A foundational course designed to introduce the doctrines of man, sin, and salvation. Emphasis is given to the practical application of these doctrines to evangelism and Christian discipleship. BEGE-172 Introduction to Bible Study-A,W,Sp,Su · 4 hours A survey of the doctrine of Scripture considering revelation, inspiration, canonicity, and illumination. The development of independent Bible study skills will also be stressed. BEGE-273 Old Testament Survey-A,W,Sp,Su 4 hours A survey of the entire Old Testament, giving special attention to authorship, historical background, and the theme of each book. This study traces the history of the Hebrew nation from its origin to the time of Jesus Christ. Prerequisite: BEGE-171 The Christian Life; BEGE-1 72 Introduction to Bible Study. BEGE-274 New Testament Survey-W,Sp,Su 4 hours A survey of the entire New Testament including the historical background of the Inter-Testament period, giving special attention to authorship, content, main events, and the unfolding of God's redemptive purpose through the Lord Jesus Christ. Prerequisite: BEGE-17 !The Christian Life; BEGE-172 Introduction to Bible Study. BEGE-375 God and History-A,W,Sp,Su 4 hours A survey of God's plans in hist01y and in the future with attention given to the doctrines of God, Christ, angels, and last things. Prerequisite: BEGE-273 Old Testament Survey; BEGE-274 New Testament Survey. BEGE-376 God and the Church-A,W,Sp,Su 4 hours A study of the doctrines of the Holy Spirit and the church. Emphasis is also given to the origin, mission, and function of Baptist churches. Prerequisite: BEGE-273 Old Testament Survey; BEGE-274 New Testament Survey. Departmental Courses Biblical Languages BEBL-251,252,253 Elementary Greek 5 hours each quarter The basic elements of the Greek language. Careful attention is given to grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and the reading of selected portions of the Greek New Testament. BEBL-254,255,256 Elementary Hebrew 3 hours each quarter An introduction to the basic elements of biblical Hebrew. Attention is given to vocabulaty, grammar, and the use of language tools. BEBL-351,352,353 Intermediate Greek 3 hours each quarter Detailed study of advanced Greek grammar, reading in the Greek New Testament, the application of advanced syntactical mies, and an introduction to exegesis. Prerequisite: BEBL-251,252,253 Elementary Greek. BEBL-490 Independent Study in Biblical Language-A,W,Sp,Su 1-4 hours The student will translate and/or exegete a scripture passage or investigate advanced grammar and syntax. Biblical Studies-Old Testament BEOT-311 Pentateuch-A 5 hours A detailed study of the five books of Moses. Attention is given to the historical material of these books, to theological problems, and to practical and homiletic values. (Fee: $25) (odd years) BEOT-312 Historical Books I-W 5 hours A study of the hist01y of Israel from the entrance into Canaan until the end of the reign of Solomon. (odd years) BEOT-313 Historical Books II-Sp 5 hours A study of the history of Israel from the division of the kingdom of David-Solomon until the restoration after the exile. (odd years) Biblical E BEOT-314 Psalms-W 5 hours An examination of the book of Psalms with special attention given to the various types of psalms and their application to life. (even years) BEOT-315 Wisdom Literature-Sp 5 hours An examination of the books of Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Special attention is given to their literary qualities and to practical applications for today. (odd years) BEOT-316 Major Prophets I-A 5 hours A study of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Lamentations. The ministry of the prophets to their own times is carefully considered. (even years) BEOT-317 Major Prophets II-Sp 5 hours A study of Ezekiel and Daniel. The ministry of the prophets to their own times is considered as well as their predictions, both fulfilled and unfulfilled. (even hours) BEOT-318 Minor Prophets-W 5 hours A chronological study of the 12 minor prophets, their ministry in relation to Israel and other contemporary nations, and their practical message for today. (even years) BEOT-490 Independent Study in Old Testament-A,W,Sp,Su 1-4 hours The student will investigate a significant topic or a scripture passage of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge. Biblical Studies-New Testament BENT-311 The Four Gospels-A 5 hours A harmonistic, chronological study of the Gospels, setting forth the life and ministry of Jesus Christ from His incarnation to His ascension. (odd years) BENT-312 The Book of Acts-W 3 hours An analysis of the missionary outreach of the apostolic period with special emphasis upon transitional theological problems, the journeys of Paul, and the historical setting of the epistles. (odd years) BENT-313 The Prison Epistles-W 4 hours A detailed study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon including their historical setting and doctrinal distinctives. (even years) BENT-314 The Thessalonian and Pastoral Epistles-Sp 4 hours An exegesis of First and Second Thessalonians, First and Second Timothy, and Titus with special attention given to their background, eschatological features, and presentation of local church administration. (odd years) BENT-315 The General Epistles-A 4 hours An examination of James, First and Second Peter, the three Johannine epistles, and Jude with consideration placed upon their backgrounds, exposition on apostate teachers, and lessons on practical living. (even years) BENT-316 The Book of Revelation-Sp 3 hours A detailed exposition of this book with stress upon its literary strncture, its exaltation of Christ, and its outline of future events. BENT-411 Romans and Galatians-Sp 4 hours An exegetical study with stress upon Paul's logical development of doctrinal themes, the relationship oflsrael to God's redemptive program, and practical Christian living. Prerequisite: BEGE-273 Old Testament Survey, BEGE-274 New Testament Survey, or pennis– sion of instrnctor. BENT-412 The Corinthian Epistles-Sp 4 hours An exposition of First and Second Corinthians with attention given to their historical backgrounds, their teachings, and the integrity of Pauline apostleship. (odd years) BENT-413 The Book of Hebrews-A 3 hours An exposition of this book with stress upon the nature of Christ's priesthood, the typology of the Old Testament sacrificial system, and the superiority of Christianity. (even years) BENT-490 Independent Study in New Testament-A,W,Sp,Su 1-4 hours The student will investigate a significant topic or scripture passage of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge.