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Biblical and Theological Studies
Biblical Studies Challenge Exams Challenge exams are designed for those who have a working knowledge of the course content as a result of prior learning (attending a Christian high school, for example), but were not able to transfer that work to Biola. Informal, personal study normally will not prepare one adequately to pass these exams. Exams are available for BBST 209 (3 credits) and BBST 210 (3 credits). These exams may be taken only during the student’s first year at Biola. Also, if the student has taken the course (or even a portion of it), the student is not eligible to take the corresponding challenge exam. Exams are given in two parts, written and oral. Successful performance must be attained on both the written and oral portions in order for the student to receive credit for the challenge exam. Grades are recorded on a credit or no-credit basis only. No re-takes permitted. Courses Biblical and Theological Studies (BBST) BBST 103 - Biblical Interpretation and Spiritual Formation Credits 3 Equipping to interpret and apply the Bible in accurate and dynamic ways for spiritual transformation and character formation. Notes: Must be
BBST 210 - New Testament History and Literature Credits 3 An overview of the New Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events; and practical application for Christian living. Notes: Formerly BBST 110. Grade Mode: A, C. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 220 - Guided Study Credits 1-3 For those needing credits to complete their Bible requirement. Reading with written reports on biblical and/or theological subjects. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 251 - Theology I Credits 3 The Biblical doctrines of God, Christ, man, and sin, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 254 - Theology II Credits 3 The Biblical doctrines of salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and last things, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 105. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 260 - Christian Theology Credits 3 The biblical doctrines of God, Christ, man, sin, salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and last things with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165. Notes: Must be matriculated into an online degree program. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Biblical Ministries (BBMN), a Major in Business Management (BMNG) or a Major in Applied Psychology (APSY); and Undergraduate Level. BBST 301 - Biblical Studies Research Seminar Credits 3 Research skills for use of the internet, library and reference works in biblical studies and theology. Methods of writing with emphasis on critical thinking, persuasion, and evaluation are covered, culminating in a research paper and oral presentation. Notes: Must be taken within the first two years at Biola. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Biblical & Theological Studies (BBLE); and Undergraduate Level. BBST 306 - Early Christian History - Acts Credits 3 Study of the Book of Acts from a missions perspective, dealing with the activity of the early church and its current expression in evangelism and missions. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Bible Evangelism credit. Students may only take one course in this category (either BBST 306, BBST 316, or BBST 326). Grade Mode: A. Credits 3 Contributions of archeology, geography, culture, and history to biblical interpretation. Notes: May include abroad-study in lands of the biblical world. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Biblical & Theological Studies (BBLE); and Undergraduate Level. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 311 - Biblical Backgrounds
completed during the first year. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 105 - Foundations of Christian Thought
Credits 3
Introduction to theology with special emphasis on learning to do theology, understand the doctrine of Scripture, introduce the integration of various fields of knowledge with the Bible, and see the importance and development of a Christian worldview. Notes: Must be completed during the first year. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 109 - Old Testament History and Literature Credits 3 An overview of the Old Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events, and practical application for Christian living. Grade Mode: A, C. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 110 - New Testament History and Literature Credits 3 An overview of the New Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events; and practical application for Christian living. Grade Mode: A, C.
Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 165 - Foundations of Christian Thought
Credits 3
Introduction to theology with special emphasis on learning to do theology, understand the doctrine of Scripture, introduce the integration of various fields of knowledge with the Bible, and see the importance and development of a Christian worldview. Notes: Formerly BBST 105. Must be completed during the first year. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 209 - Old Testament History and Literature Credits 3 An overview of the Old Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events, and practical application for Christian living. Notes: Formerly BBST 109. Grade Mode: A, C. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
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