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BBST 312 - Principles of Interpretation Credits 3 Methods and principles for interpreting Scripture throughout church history and the present era. Theory is applied to texts with an emphasis on the grammatical-historical method. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165. Restrictions: Must be a Major in Biblical & Theological Studies (BBLE); Credits 3 Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of the Gospel of John. 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. and Undergraduate Level. BBST 316 - Gospel of John
BBST 343 - General Letters
Credits 3
Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of non-Pauline letters. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 344 - I Corinthians Credits 3 An in-depth analysis of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, emphasizing the historical and cultural background of the letter, its author, and its recipients; the theology of the letter; and the relationship between theology and ethics in Paul's instructions to the church. Focuses particularly on how Paul's ethical method can be appropriated in a 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. Notes: Formerly BBST 254. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 360 - Pentateuch Credits 3 Mosaic authorship, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content. Grade Mode: A. Credits 3 An intermediate integration class in which the student will study a particular area of biblical studies and/or theology. The class will include an integration component to explore how the area is integrated with an area of culture (i.e., history, literature, psychology, sociology, etc.) outside of biblical studies and theology. Notes: BBLE majors may take this course up to 4 times for credit. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 165 (formerly BBST 105), BBST 209 (formerly Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 365 - Bible Theology and Integration Credits 3 Selected biblical books or topics from the period of the conquest through the establishment of David's kingdom, focusing on historical, cultural and theological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Grade Mode: A. Credits 3 Selected biblical books or topics from the period of the kings and prophets from Solomon through the return from exile, emphasizing historical, cultural and theological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Grade Mode: A. twenty-first century context. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 354 - Theology II BBST 109), BBST 210 (formerly BBST 110). Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 371 - Early History of Israel Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 372 - Later History of Israel Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 380 - Wisdom and Poetic Literature Credits 3 Authorship, date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of Job through Song of Songs. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 320 - Methods of Bible Study
Credits 3
Essentials of inductive Bible study will be applied to Old and New Testament genres of literature in order to equip the student with skills for observation, interpretation, application, and edification. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103. Restrictions: Must not be a Major in Biblical & Theological Studies (BBLE); and must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 321 - Historical Theology Credits 3 Historical survey of people and movements which have shaped the faith of the Christian Church from post-biblical times to the present. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 251, BBST 354. Restrictions: Must be Biblical & Theological Studies (BBLE); and Undergraduate Level. BBST 326 - Lukan Writings Credits 3 An exegetical examination of the New Testament books of Luke and Acts that focuses on evangelism and missions to encourage the ability to articulate the gospel and to formulate a growing personal vision for missions. This expositional study also encourages students to reflect upon the unity and diversity within the community of the Christian church and to be prepared to interact on behalf of the gospel in a diverse world. 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 Chronological study of the gospels, similarities and differences between the writers, as well as the historical, cultural and theological factors aiding in interpreting events and teachings. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level. BBST 340 - Guided Study Credits 1-3 Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 330 - Jesus' Life and Ministry In-depth study of a specific book or books of the Bible including written report on the relevance of the book to the student's life. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BBST 341 - Life and Letters of Paul Credits 3 Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of Paul's writings set in the context of Paul's life and mission. May focus on a smaller unit such as Prison or Pastoral Letters. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
Prerequisites: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 210. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
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