2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Course Descriptions | BENT-3120 – BEOT-4900 BECE-4740 Internship in Christian Education 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: BETH-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BEST-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BECE-3680, 3700, or 3720 Children’s Ministries, Campus Ministries, or Adult Ministries; BEPT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BEPT 3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. BECE-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: BETH-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BECE-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; BEST-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BECE-3700 Campus Ministries; BEPT- 2400 Personal Evangelism or BEPT-3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. BECE-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. BECE-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. Biblical Studies — Bible Teacher Education (BEDU) BEDU-3110 Clinical Teaching in Bible –Fa, Sp 1 hour Students are assigned to assist a college instructor in classroom teaching, evaluation, and related responsibilities. The student must complete 45 clock hours of clinical involvement. Biblical Studies — General Education (BEGE) BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined from a biblical perspective with an emphasis upon the practice of spiritual disciplines. The course undergirds students with a theology of the Bible and an introduction to the inductive method of Bible study. BEGE-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: BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation. BEGE-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: BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation, BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature. BEGE-3755 Theology I –Fa, Sp 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: BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature . BEGE-3765 Theology II –Fa, Sp 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: BEGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; BEGE-3755 Theology I. Biblical Studies — History (BEHI) BEHI-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. Biblical Studies — New Testament (BENT) BENT-3110 Jesus and the Gospels –Fa 3 hours Study of the four Gospels and their central figure, Jesus of Nazareth. Attention is given to the historical background, scholarly methods for studying the Gospels, the trustworthiness of the Gospels, and a survey of Christ’s life. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. BENT-3120 The Book of Acts –Fa 3 hours Analysis of the missionary outreach of the apostolic period with special emphasis on transitional theological problems, the journeys of Paul, and the historical setting of the epistles. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. (odd years) BENT-3130 The Prison Epistles –Fa 3 hours Detailed study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon including their historical settings and doctrinal distinctives. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. (even years) BENT-3140 3 hours The Thessalonian and Pastoral Epistles –Sp An exegesis of 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, and Titus with special attention given to their background, eschatological features, and presentation of local church administration. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. (odd years) BENT-3150 The General Epistles –Sp 3 hours Examination of James, 1 and 2 Peter, the three epistles of John, and Jude with consideration placed upon their backgrounds, exposition on apostate teachers, and lessons on practical living. Prerequisite: BEGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BEGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. (odd years) Page 198 2014–15 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions BECE-4740 – BENT-3150