2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

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-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. 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-1720 Spiritual Formation. 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-1720 Spiritual Formation, BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature. BTGE-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: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature . BTGE-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: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; BTGE-3755 Theology I. Bible and Theology — History and Theology (BETH/BTHT) BETH-4370 Soteriology and Christology –Fa 3 hours Study of soteriology, the doctrine of salvation, including election, the atonement, and eternal security; and Christology, the doctrine of Christ with emphasis upon His deity, humanity, and redemptive work. Prerequisite: BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; or permission of the instructor. (even years) 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-1720 Spiritual Formation. BTHT-3340 3 hours Christian Theology 1: Bible, Trinity, God the Father –Fa Study of the doctrines of the Scripture and the triune God, with special emphasis on God the Father. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. Prerequisites: BTGE-3755 Theology I or permission of the instructor. BTHT-3350 3 hours Christian Theology 2: God the Son and God the Spirit –Sp Study of the persons and work of both Christ and the Holy Spirit. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. Prerequisite: BTGE-3765 Theology II or permission of the instructor. BTHT-3360 3 hours Christian Theology 3: Humanity, Angels, and Salvation –Fa Study of the nature of humans, heavenly beings, and God’s saving work from election through final consummation. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. Prerequisite: BTGE-3755 Theology I or permission of instructor. BTHT-3370 3 hours Christian Theology 4: The Church and Last Things –Sp Study of the nature of the church and its mission in the world until the consummation of all things. The ultimate end of individuals and the corporate bodies of the church and israel will be covered. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. Prerequisite: BTGE-3765 Theology II or permission of the instructor. (even years) BTHT-3500 Historical Theology –Sp 3 hours An examination of the development of Christian doctrine from the Apostolic Fathers to the modern era. The course will highlight key thinkers and theological developments in the patristic, medieval, Reformation and modern eras. Attention will be given to the reading and analysis of primary documents. Prerequisites: BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature , BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature, and BTHT-2500 Church History. BTHT-3720 Spiritual Formation II –Fa 3 hours This course will develop a biblical theology of spiritual formation, explore alternative models of spiritual formation, and engage students in personal and corporate study and practice of spiritual disciplines as informed by influential thinkers through the history of the Church. Prerequisites: BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation; BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature; BTGE-2740 New Testament Literature; major status or permission of instructor. BTHT-3740 Biblical Theology of Womanhood –Sp 3 hours A survey of key biblical components that delineates what it means to be female in Christ. The course includes a comprehensive study of major biblical passages concerning women, a survey of women in the Bible, and discussions of the application of these texts within the current cultural milieu. BTHT-3750 Historical Theology of Womanhood –Fa 3 hours This course includes an overview of major theological concepts developed and discussed throughout the various periods of church history as well as an overview of major events in the history of the church. It will discuss the church’s understanding of humanity throughout these periods, with a particular interest in womanhood. This contribution of women to both theological and historical developments in the church will be investigated. (odd years) Page 203 2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions BTCM-4990 – BTHT-3750