Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Theology II - Works of God, Angels, Man and Sin Theology III - Christ, Salvation and the Spirit
who “seek to know the reason for the hope that lies within you.” 3. Be able to articulate a clear theology/philosophy of educational ministry. 4. Have an understanding and appreciation for the teaching/ learning process, utilizing a broad range of ministry methods and resources in educational ministry. 5. Be able to plan, administrate, and evaluate an effective educational ministry program at a basic level. Concentration-Specific Requirements (15 Credits) TTBE 530 Elementary Principles of the Biblical Languages Credit(s): 3. TTCE 600 Educational Ministry in the Church Credit(s): 3. TTPT 510 Evangelism and Follow-Up Credit(s): 3. TTPT 703 The Church and Society Credit(s): 3. Select one 3-credit course from the following: ISCL 556 World Religions Credit(s): 3. TTHT 726 Cults of America Credit(s): 3. TTPH 602 Apologetics Credit(s): 3. Elective Requirements (18 Credits) Specialized Electives: 14 credits selected from TTBE, CE, HT, NT, OT, PH, PT, TH courses. A maximum of 6 credits in TTPT or TTCE. General Electives: 4 credits. Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified (Kyiv Extension) Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, students will: 1. Be able to recall the key contents of the Old and New Testaments and will identify important historical and cultural background information relevant to the study of the Old and New Testaments. 2. Be able to exegete and apply a biblical text through the application of historical-grammatical hermeneutics. 3. Be able to articulate the major elements of orthodox Christian theology, including biblical foundations, and will be able to apply this theology to an issue in the Eurasian church context. 4. Be able to explain the theory of “the sanctification gap * ” and will reflect upon the calling(s) of God in their lives. * For the purposes of assessment, “sanctification gap” is defined as the perceived gap between the goal of sanctification and one’s present spiritual life. Core Requirements (19 Credits) TTSF 501 Introduction to Spiritual Theology and Formation Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 501 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSF 503 Personal Foundations for Spiritual Formation Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 503 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSS 510 Theological Research Methodologies Credit(s): 1. TTTH 511 Theology I - Introduction: Revelation and Nature of God Credit(s): 3. TTTH 512 Theology II - Works of God, Angels, Man and Sin Credit(s): 3. TTTH 613 Theology III - Christ, Salvation and the Spirit Credit(s): 3. TTTH 614 Theology IV - The Church and Last Things Credit(s): 3. Concentration Specific Requirements (47 Credits) TTBE 530 Elementary Principles of the Biblical Languages Credit(s): 3. TTBE 602 Genesis Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 602 should be taken for 2 credits.
TTTH 512
Credit(s): 3.
TTTH 613
Credit(s): 3.
Theology IV - The Church and Last Things Credit(s): 3.
TTTH 614
Concentration/Elective Requirements (33 Credits) Concentration or electives * : 33 credits * Up to 6 graduate elective credits may be taken in other schools of Biola University with advisor’s approval. Concentrations with Curriculum Bible Exposition Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will: 1. Be able to identify the basic contents, backgrounds, and purpose of each book of the Old and New Testaments. 2. Be able to explain the general history and cultures relevant to the study of the Old and New Testament. 3. Be able to interpret and apply passages of the Old and New Testaments through use of the grammatical-historical method, including understanding the contribution of genre to the passage‚ ancient meaning and modern significance. Concentration-Specific Requirements (19 Credits) TTNT 501 Beginning Greek I Credit(s): 2. TTNT 502 Beginning Greek II Credit(s): 2. TTNT 503 Introduction to Exegesis Credit(s): 3. TTNT 604 Exegesis in the Gospels Credit(s): 3. TTNT 605 Exegesis in the Epistles Credit(s): 3. TTOT 603 Elements of Hebrew I Credit(s): 3. TTOT 604 Elements of Hebrew II Credit(s): 3. Elective Requirements (14 Credits) Bible Exposition electives * : 10 credits General electives: 4 credits * One 2-credit Old Testament course and one 2-credit New Testament course must be taken from the list below. These courses may be taken for 2 or 3 credits. If taken for 3 credits the additional credit will count toward the BE elective requirement. Old Testament TTBE 745 World of the Old Testament Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 731 Exposition of Old Testament Segments or Themes Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 731 should be taken as, Expos of OT: The Pentateuch. TTBE 750 Old Testament Wisdom and Poetry Credit(s): 2–3. New Testament TTBE 770 The Life of Christ Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 610 Romans Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 732 Exposition of New Testament Segments or Themes Credit(s): 2–3. TTBE 732 should be taken as, Expos of NT: Life and Teaching of Paul.
Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will:
1. Be able to research either the Old Testament or the New Testament using exegetical commentaries and certain tools designed for those with limited knowledge of Greek and Hebrew. 2. Be able to dialog with those who are outside of a biblically centered faith confidently and effectively, applying the knowledge of biblical doctrine to refute errors and to utilize practical techniques of dialog with the intent to reach those
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