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Bible
ACL2001 ELEMENTARY GREEK I - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Dr. Ardel Caneday
Credits: 4
The first course in a year-long sequence introducing elements of Classical and Koine Greek morphology, syntax, and vocabulary. Emphasis is on reading classical and New Testament Greek.
BIA2115 PRINCIPLES OF BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Melvin G. Miller, Dr. Randy Nelson
Credits: 2
An introduction to direct, inductive Bible study skills and interpretative principles so that students can develop a method of personal Bible Study.
BIA2115 Principles of Biblical Interpretation is a prerequisite for all BIB-prefix courses numbered 2000 or above.
BIA2125 EVANGELISM AND MISSIONS - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Mr. Gaylan Mathiesen
Credits: 2
A study in personal evangelism and world missions: the biblical foundation, spiritual preparation, methods, and personal involvement of the Christian at home and abroad.
BIA3215 ADVANCED BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION - ONLINEClosed Summer 2008
Instructor: Dr. Ardel Caneday, Dr. Randy Nelson
Credits: 2
PQ: BIA2115. A study of the art and science of biblical interpretation, emphasizing the application of critical methods to biblical passages. Students must submit assignments weekly.
BIA3235 SECOND TEMPLE JUDAISM - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Boyd Seevers
Credits: 4
A study of Jewish civilization from 538 B.C. to A.D. 135 as an aid to understanding both the formation of the Old Testament and the rise of Christianity. Primary emphasis is on political and social history, with considerable attention to the literary materials of the period.
BIA3236 BIBLICAL CUSTOMS AND GEOGRAPHY - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Dr. Boyd Seevers
Credits: 3
A study of the geography of the Fertile Crescent with special emphasis on Israel and Judah. Selected customs of the ancient Hebrews and surrounding peoples are studied for the light that they shed on Scripture.
BIA4345 BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW CAPSTONE: CHRISTIAN THOUGHT - ONLINE
Instructor: Dr. Randy Nelson
Credits: 4
As an integrating study of the rationality of the Christian worldview, this course takes a philosophical approach to Christian apologetics and covers such topics as the existence of God, the reliability of Scripture, miracles, the problem of evil, science and the Bible, and secular ideologies. Both biblical and philosophical answers are explored.
BIB1001 OLD TESTAMENT HISTORY AND LITERATURE - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Daryl Aaron
Credits: 4
A synthetic study of the purpose and message of the Old Testament and how each part of the Testament contributes to the whole. All 39 books are examined: their authorship, date, historical setting, message, literary structure, and distinctives.
BIB1002 NEW TESTAMENT HISTORY AND LITERATURE - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Daryl Aaron
Credits: 2
A synthetic study of the purpose and message of the New Testament and how each part of the Testament contributes to the whole. All 27 books are examined: their authorship, date, historical setting, message, literary structure, and distinctives.
BIB2216 MARK - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Ardel Caneday
Credits: 2
An exposition of the Gospel of Mark, examining the authorship, date, setting, argument, and theology of the book.
BIB2217 LUKE - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Doug Huffman
Credits: 4
An exposition of the Gospel of Luke, examining the authorship, date, setting, argument, and theology of the book.
BIB2220 LIFE OF CHRIST - ONLINE
Instructor: Melvin G. Miller
Credits: 2
A study of the life and teachings of Jesus as found in the four gospels within their historical context. Students must submit assignments weekly.
BIB3215 ROMANS AND GALATIANS - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Ronn Johnson
Credits: 4
An exposition of two of the Apostle Paul's principle letters with a focus upon the Gospel as it relates to the Mosaic Law. Paul's use of the Old Testament takes a prominent place in the study.
BIB3235 GENESIS - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Dr. Boyd Seevers
Credits: 4
An expositional examination of Genesis: its structure, historical background, message, and themes. Study of the book's argument and theology addresses topics such as creation, sin, humanity, law, and covenant.
BIB3237 ISAIAH - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Philip Lueck
Credits: 4
An expositional study of Isaiah: its authorship, historical background, structure, message, and theology. The study draws out Isaiah's prophetic significance, its use by New Testament authors, and its importance for Messianic understanding of Jesus.
BIB3238 DANIEL - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Dr. Boyd Seevers
Credits: 2
An exposition of the book of Daniel, including its authorship, date, historical setting, literary genre, prophetic message, and authenticity.
BIB4360 CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY - INDEPENDENT STUDY*
Instructor: Dr. Ronn Johnson
Credits: 4
PQ: Junior standing or consent of instructor. Foundational Christian beliefs studied systematically: the Trinitarian God, God's revelation, His creatures (angels and human beings), God's redemptive work (sin, salvation, and Israel and the church), and the consummation of all things.
BIB4460 STUDIES IN BIBLICAL THEOLOGY - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Dr. Ed Glenny
Credits: 2
PQ: BIB4360 and BIA3215, or consent of instructor. An introduction to the nature and method of biblical theology and its unique place within biblical exposition and Christian theology. Enables the student to more effectively preach and teach the Bible within the life and mission of the Church.
BIB4835 SEMINAR IN THEOLOGICAL METHOD - ONLINE
Instructor: Dr. Phil Lueck
Credits: 4
PQ: BIB4360 or BIB4825, BIA3215, and BIB4460, and SPE1075 or SPE1825; or consent of instructor. An integration of the historical, methodological, and hermeneutical aspects of theology as well as a survey of its various methods and trends, enabling the student to begin constructing his/her own theological methods for doing systematic theology within the life and mission of the Church.
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