2016-2017 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

BTCM-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: BTAT-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BTCM-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; BTCM- 2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries; BTAT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BTAT-3410 Discipleship. Credit/No Credit. BTCM-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. 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 (BTHT) 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. (dual-listed with BTHT-6340 Christian Theology 1: Bible, Trinity, God the Father) 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. (dual-listed with BTHT-6350 Christian Theology 2: God the Son and God the Spirit) 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. (dual-listed with BTHT-6360 Christian Theology 3: Humanity, Angels, and Salvation) 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. (dual-listed with BTHT-6370 Christian Theology 4: The Church and Last Things) (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. (dual-listed with BTHT- 6500 Historical Theology) 2016–17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 207 Course Descriptions BTCM-4750 – BTHT-3500 BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES