Residency Requirement Biola has a residency requirement for biblical studies. Of the 30 units of Bible required of all students, 15 units must be taken at Biola. Students may petition the Registrar ʼ s Office for an exception to this rule. Transfer credit, credit for prior learning or credit by examination may not be used to fulfill the minimum residency requirement. Majors other than Biblical & Theological Studies or Christian Education may count a maximum of 30 units toward graduation. Biblical & Theological Studies Minor Students who complete the 30 unit General Bible Requirement at Biola qualify for a minor in Bible. This minor is displayed on the transcript if the student declares the minor on the graduation petition. There is a residency requirement for receipt of the Bible minor; students must complete a minimum of 15 units at Biola. Of these 15 units in residency, 6 units must be selected from the required upper division courses listed below. Transfer credit, credit for prior learning and credit by examination may not be used to fulfill the minimum residency requirement. Required Upper Division Courses (12 units)
BBST 254 - Theology II The Biblical doctrines of salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and last things, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105. Unit(s): 3. BBST 301 - Biblical Studies Research Seminar 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. Note(s): Required of Bible majors. Bible majors only. Must be taken within the first two years at Biola. Unit(s): 3. BBST 306 - Early Christian History - Acts 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. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 110. Unit(s): 3. BBST 311 - Biblical Backgrounds Contributions of archeology, geography, culture, and history to biblical interpretation. Note(s): May include abroad-study in lands of the biblical world. Bible majors only. Unit(s): 3. BBST 312 - Principles of Interpretation 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. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105. Unit(s): 3. BBST 320 - Methods of Bible Study 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. Cross-listed: CEED 320. Prerequisite(s): 103. Unit(s): 3. BBST 330 - Jesus ʼ Life & Ministry 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. Prerequisite(s): 110. Unit(s): 3. BBST 340 - Guided Study 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. Note(s): Course offered to fulfill BOLD program requirement. Unit(s): 1 - 3. BBST 341 - Life & Letters of Paul Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of Paul ʼ s writings set in the context of Paul's life and mission. May focus on a smaller unit such as Prison or Pastoral Letters. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 110. Unit(s): 3. BBST 342 - Johannine Literature Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of John ʼ s writings. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 110. Unit(s): 3. BBST 343 - General Letters Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of non-Pauline letters. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 110. Unit(s): 3. BBST 360 - Pentateuch Mosaic authorship, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 109. Unit(s): 3. BBST 371 - Early History of Israel Conquest through the establishment of David ʼ s kingdom, focusing on historical, cultural and theological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105, 109. Unit(s): 3.
Upper division electives: 6 units
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• BBST 306 - Early Christian History - Acts Unit(s): 3. • BBST 465 - Integration Seminar Unit(s): 3.
Courses (BBST) BBST 103 - Biblical Interpretation & Spiritual Formation Equipping to interpret and apply the Bible in accurate and dynamic ways for spiritual transformation and character formation. Note(s): Must be completed during the first year. Unit(s): 3. BBST 105 - Foundations of Christian Thought 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 world view. Note(s): Must be completed during the first year. Unit(s): 3. BBST 109 - Old Testament History & Literature 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. When Offered: Fall and spring. Unit(s): 3. BBST 110 - New Testament History & Literature An overview of the New Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; historical and cultural background; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons involved; and practical application for Christian living. Unit(s): 3. BBST 150 - Old Testament Survey An overview of the Old Testament focusing on book outlines, key themes, persons and events in biblical history, and personal application. Note(s): BOLD students only. Unit(s): 4. BBST 220 - Guided Study For those needing units to complete their Bible requirement. Reading with written reports on biblical and / or theological subjects. Note(s): BOLD students only. Unit(s): 1 - 3. BBST 251 - Theology I The Biblical doctrines of God, Christ, man, and sin, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105. Unit(s): 3.
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