Undergraduate Program and Course Descriptions 

Credit Hour Requirements and Tuition Cost

Freshman Year - Program I To begin the Freshman Year Program, you must be at least 16 years of age and hold a HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.  You will need to complete thirty(30) credit hrs. or ten(10) three hour courses.      Tuition is $180.00 per 3 credit hour course including textbook (s).

Sophomore Year - Program II To begin the Sophomore Year Program, the candidate must be at least 16 years of age and have at least 30-credit hrs. or equivalent.  The candidate will need to complete thirty(30) credit hrs. or ten(10) three hour courses.   Tuition is $180.00 per 3 credit hour course including textbook (s).

Junior Year - Program III To begin the Junior Year Program the candidate must be at least 16 years of age and have at least 60-credit hrs. or equivalent. The candidate will need to complete thirty(30) credit hours or ten (10) three hour courses.   Tuition is $180.00 per 3 credit hour course including textbook (s).

Senior Year - Program IV To begin the Senior Year Program the candidate must be at as least 16 years of age and have at least 90-credit hrs. or equivalent.  The candidate will need to complete thirty(30) credit hrs. or ten (10) three hour courses.        Tuition is $180.00 per 3 credit hour course including textbook (s).

Bachelor Degree Course Requirements 

Sample

SENIOR YEAR: Concentration  for Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies

This degree provides the student with a more in-depth study of the Bible. It is best suited for students involved in Bible studies and Bible discussions in their church or in their church groups.  

FOURTH (4^th) - Concentration for Bachelor's Degree in Theology

This degree provides the student with a more in-depth study of theology. It is best suited for students who desire to be more theologically inclined.   

FOURTH (4^th) - Concentration for Bachelor Degree's in Pastoral Leadership

This degree provides the student with a more in-depth study of the pastoral role in leadership. This degree is best suited for students who are involved in or plan to be involved in pastoral responsibility.

FOURTH (4^th) - Concentration for Bachelor's Degree in Christian Psychology and Counseling

Christian psychology and counseling is becoming a very important need in the Christian arena. This degree provides the student with a more in-depth study of psychology and counseling and allows them to face daily crises that occur within the body of Christ. 

FOURTH (4^th)-Concentration for Bachelor's Degree in Christian Education (CE.B., M., D.)

This degree provides the student with a more in-depth study of the Christian Education Discipline. This degree is best suited for students interested in teaching in their church or in Christian schools. 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 DEPARTMENT OF BIBLICAL STUDIES  

BIS-100 Old Testament Survey I (3)

This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the leading facts of Hebrew history, geography and antiquities as presented in the Old Testament.

BIS-102 Old Testament Survey II (3)

This course is designed to give the student further working knowledge of the leading facts of Hebrew history, geography and antiquities as presented in the Old Testament from 2^nd Kings to Malachi. (Prerequisite for this course is OTS I only if there is no prior knowledge of the Old Testament).

BIS-104 New Testament Survey (3)

This survey introduces the student to the New Testament itself, the life of Christ and the progress of the Christian faith. This is a preparation for further in‑depth study in the doctrine of the New Testament.

BIS-106 Between the Testaments (3)

This course connects the Old and New Testaments of the Bible to bring about a thorough understanding of timing in dealing with humankind.

BIS-108 Foundation of Faith (3)

This course explores the foundation of faith for the Christian life. Faith is the foundation of Christian belief.

BIS-110 Life Management God’s Way I (3)

This course is the key to Christian Life Management God’s way. Bible students will find this course very enriching.

BIS-112 Introduction to Bible Doctrines I (3) 

This course brings a clear understanding to biblical doctrine. Who wrote the Bible, ways to study the Bible, Bible manuscripts, translations, etc., are but a few of the subjects covered in this initial approach.  

BIS-114 Prayer I (3)

Prayer is fundamental in the Christian Life. Christians, as well as Bible students, are encouraged to pray without ceasing. This course provides key starting points of focus to approach the throne of God.

BIS-116 Obedience to God (3)

To know God is to be obedient to His will. This course takes the student through the Scriptures and discusses the fundamental key points.

BIS-118 Exploration of the Old Testament (3)

This course brings to students a clear understanding of how God works in the lives of His people. Students who are serious about knowledge of the Old Testament will be greatly

BIS-120 Exploration of the New Testament (3)

This course brings to students a clear understanding of how God works in the lives of His people. Students who are serious about knowledge of the New Testament will be greatly blessed.

BIS-130 Portraits of Jesus Christ—the Study of Mark (3)

This course introduces the student to the Gospel of Mark, his teaching, his method, and his presentation of the person of Christ.

BIS-134 Teachings of Christ (3)

This study will deal with Jesus’ teachings and practices and how they are applied to the Church.

BIS-210 Introduction to Evangelism (3)

This course introduces the student to evangelism and the effective approach in the mission field.

BIS-230 The Book of Acts (3)

The book of Acts describes the establishment of the first churches and the spread of the gospel to the nations.  This course will provide an explanation in detail.

BIS-232 Faith I (3)

This study explores the foundation of faith for the Christian life. Faith is the foundation of a Christian’s belief.

BIS-235 Bible Doctrines II (3)

This study is a continuation of who wrote the Bible, ways to study the Bible, manuscripts and translations.

BIS-240 Exploring the Pentateuch (3)

This course is an exploration to the first five books of the Old Testament. Students will explore the text in a format conducive to retention.

BIS-250 Exploring the Old Testament (3)

This study of the Old Testament offers a fascinating experience for all who desire to understand the working of God more clearly.

BIS-260 Praise Life (3)

Praise and worship are essential to Christian life and the work of the ministry. Bible and missionary students will find this course indispensable.

BIS-270 Prayer I and Types of Prayer (3)  

Prayer is essential to Christian life and the work of the ministry. Bible and missionary students will find this course indispensable in the work of the ministry.

BIS-280 Awareness of Church Government (3)

This course introduces students to the church government and the operation of church business.

BIS-290 Faith II (3)

This course is a continuation of the Foundation of Faith, which explores the foundation of faith for Christian life. Faith is the foundation of Christian belief.

BIS-292 General Epistles (3)      

This course is fundamental to Bible students because it details many keys of the Christian Faith.

BIS-310 Give Attendance to Doctrine (3)

This course is intended to be very practical in the Christian life, dealing with questions that commonly arise in connection with Bible truth.

BIS-320 Defense of the Faith (3)  

This course is taught as an apologetics and New Testament course allowing the student to see what the Word of God says about false doctrine and apostasy.

BIS-330 The New Testament Church (3)

This course deals with questions that commonly arise related to the church and its function according to the Bible.

BIS-340 The Book of Romans I (3)

This course presents Romans in a way that best helps those understand the way to salvation. It answers the great question, “How can a man be righteous before God?”

BIS-342 The Book of Romans II (3)

This course presents Romans in a way that best helps those understand the way to salvation. It answers the great question, “How can a man be righteous before God?”

BIS-344 History of Missions I (3)

A survey of missions from A.D. 30 to the present is conducted in this study. It offers a panoramic view of Christian missions and prepares the committed Christian for a working knowledge of the Great Commission.

BIS-346 Psalms: The Bible’s Heartbeat (3)

The Bible’s Heartbeat is a textbook-commentary on the book of Psalms.

This book will be useful to all who study, teach, or simply read and enjoy this remarkable portion of Scripture.

BIS-348 The Pentateuch (3)

The Pentateuch is a study manual, a reference source, and a textbook-commentary on the first five books of the Bible.

BIS-350 The Gospels (3)

All four gospels will be covered in-depth exploring the unique aspects of each. A comparison will be made between them accordingly.

BIS-360 Biblical Principles for Christian Maturity (3)

This course will provide the student with a framework of Biblical principles upon which to grow and mature in the Spirit.

BIS-428 The Minor Prophets (3)

This course brings to students a clear understanding and comprehensive study of the Minor Prophets.

DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGY  

THE-351 Introduction to Theology I (3)

The importance of every preacher believing very strongly in and using his own God‑given talents is stressed in this look at preaching and preachers.

THE-353 Introduction to Theology II (3)

The importance of every preacher believing very strongly in and using his own God‑given talents is stressed in this look at preaching and preachers.

THE-355 Introducing the New Testament:  Its Literature and Theology (3)

This course provides an ideal in-depth study of the New Testament along with detailed information pertaining to the people, places and experiences of that era.

THE-357 Practical Theology (3)

This course is hands-on training for Bible students who desire a practical approach to practical theology.

THE-359 Old Testament Studies I (3)

This course explores the entire Old Testament in a practical way. Every book is analyzed based on the principle, the concept, and personages involved.

THE-361 Old Testament Studies II (3)

This course is a continuation of Old Testament Studies I and explores the entire Old Testament in a practical way. Every book is analyzed based on the principle, the concept, and personages involved.

THE-363 Survey of the Old Testament (3)

This course explores the Old Testament in an informal style, to include the cultural and historical background of each Old Testament book.

THE-365 Old Testament Studies III (3)

This course explores the entire Old Testament in a practical way. Every book is analyzed based on the principle, the concept, and personages involved.

THE-367 Concise Theology (3)

This course brings the student an explanation of the essentials of Theology in a style and length that facilitates retention.

THE-369 Introducing New Testament Interpretation (3)     

This course constitutes a thorough knowledge of the techniques used in the interpretation of the Scriptures.

THE-371 Christology (Vital Christology Issues) (3)

To better understand the person and the works of Jesus Christ, this course offers a balance of the reflection of scriptures related to His teaching.

THE-373 Introduction to Systematic Theology I (3)

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”  

THE-375 Introduction to Systematic Theology II (3)

This course is a continuation of volume I which introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THE-377 Christian Theology and Doctrines (3)

An advanced study of theology, which explores all of the details of the major doctrines and attributes of God and the Bible.

THE-441 Christian Theology (3)

A detailed and involved study of Biblical Theology. The attributes, decrees and doctrines of the Bible are intricately examined.

THE-461 Theology of Human Restlessness  (3)

A complete research of the history of Sunday of how the change came about from Saturday to Sunday in early Christianity. A complete theological study of the Christian Sabbath in the light of the New Testament back to the Old Testament to establish which day is the Christian Sabbath. This is an interesting course for both Saturday and Sunday keepers.

THE-471 Theology VI (First Theology) (3)

As an integration of theological hermeneutics, this course is for students, pastors and teachers who have an interest in the character of God, the scriptures, Christian theology and hermeneutics.

THE-473 Old Testament Survey III (3)

Designed to give the student a working knowledge of the leading facts of Hebrew history, geography and antiquities as presented in the Old Testament.

THE-491 Epistemology (Wood) (3)

This course is a survey of current views of  foundationalism, epistemic justification and reliabilism. The examination of the relationship of epistemology and religious beliefs is also covered.

THE-501 Cults (The Kingdom of Cults ) (3)

In an era of rapid cult growth worldwide, Christians today, more than ever, need trustworthy information to help them defend their faith effectively. This course provides the tools needed to face the ever-growing cult groups.

THE-503 The Prophet Daniel (3)

The prophecies of Daniel in the time of the captivity form the basis of Revelation and other prophetical books. A necessary study to proper understanding of subsequent revelations.

THE-505 First Theology: God, Scripture & Hermeneutics (3)

This is a book on theological hermeneutics. It is a plea for being hermeneutical about theology and for being theological about hermeneutics. It is an argument for treating the questions of God, scripture and hermeneutics as one problem. This one problem defines what I call “first theology”.

THE-511 The Birth of Christianity: The First Twenty Years (3)  

This course covers the background of the first twenty years of Christian history with an emphasis on some of the claims that we knew nothing about in the development of the church.

THE-513 History of Christian Thought (3)

This course exposes the student to the Judaic and Hellenistic origins of existentialism.

THE-515 The Integration of Psychology and Theology (3)

Designed to introduce current thinking on the subject of integration of psychology and the Christian faith, this course uses both theoretical and applied psychology as a focal point.

THE-517 Understanding Bible Prophecy (3)

An exciting course directed at introductory matters pertaining to the study of Bible prophecy, giving a better understanding of various differences in prophecies.

THE-519 The Holy Spirit (3)

An extensive treatment of the entire doctrine of the Holy Spirit, this course covers the key points of the character, work and ministry of the Holy Spirit.

THE-521 Hermeneutics I (3)

This course is a basic study introducing the student to the science of interpreting the Scriptures. Various phases and methods of understanding interpretation are examined and explored.

THE-523 Faith Seeking Understanding: An Introduction to Christian Theology (3)

This updated book is “even more useful to students seeking to understand the history, themes, and challenges of Christian belief.”  

THE-525 The Common Task: A Theology of Christian Missions (3)

This course introduces the student to the concept of missions, different cultures and diverse ethnic groups.

THS-651 Introduction to Systematic Theology II (vol. I: The Bible) (3)  

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”  

THS-653 Systematic Theology III (vol. II: God and Creation) (Geisler 3 vol.) (3)

This course is a continuation of volume I which introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”  

THS-657 Systematic Theology IV (vol. III: Sin and Salvation) (3)

This course is a continuation of volume II which introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-659 Systematic Theology V (vol. I Tillich) (3)

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-661 Systematic Theology VI (vol. II Tillich) (3)

This course is a continuation of volume I which introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-663 Systematic Theology VII (vol. III Tillich) (3)

This course is a continuation of volume I which introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-665 Systematic Theology VIII (Charles Hodge) (3)

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-667 Systematic Theology IX (Louis Berkhof) (3)

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THS-671 Systematic Theology X (Wayne Cruden) (3)

This course introduces the student to the “great voyage of discovery into a rich, deep, and inclusive, yet elaborated, vision and understanding of human life in the presence of the mystery of God.”

THE-673 New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith I (Robert Raymond) (3)

This course encourages the reader to measure theological assertions by the ultimate standard of Scripture itself.

THE-675 New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith II (Henry C. Tiessen) (3)

This course encourages the reader to measure theological assertions by the ultimate standard of Scripture itself.

THE-677 New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith III (Wolfhart Pannenberg) (3)

This course encourages the reader to measure theological assertions by the ultimate standard of Scripture itself.

THP-679 Introduction to Philosophy (3)

This course makes the broad field of philosophy accessible to beginning students.

The text will make a fine reference tool in its well-organized presentations of most of the significant philosophical positions and areas of interests.

THP-681 Philosophical Foundations from a Christian Worldview (3)

“A comprehensive introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective” is what this course will offer the avid student as well as those involved in ministry

THP-683 The Essential Tillich: An Anthology of the writing of Paul Tillich (3)

The writing of this 20^th century theologian is still prevalent and relevant to the modern day believer, student or scholar.

THP-685 Philosophy of Religion: Thinking about Faith