Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
TTTS 589 - Encountering Islam: Understanding and Sharing with Muslims
TTTS 706 - Understanding the Old Testament Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament especially as it relates to the universal of Old Testament theology, i.e. the rule of God or the establishment of God’s kingdom upon the earth. A working knowledge of Hebrew considered to be helpful but not required for this course. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 707 - The Book of Proverbs Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical study of the Book of Proverbs in both its cultural and historical setting and its literary setting with attention to its critical and hermeneutical problems. To get the full benefit out of the course, a knowledge of Hebrew is required for seminary credit. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 4. TTTS 709 - The Christian and Old Testament Theology Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., Ph.D. A biblical and theological study of the foundational theology applied by the Old Testament for the New Testament and the Christian Church. This study identifies and inductively derives the center or focal point for the theology of both the Old and New Testaments. It also deals with the amount of continuity and discontinuity between the Old and New Testaments. Included are the topics of saving faith, the people of God, the role of the law of God, the worship of God, the doctrine of atonement, relationship between the law and wisdom theology, kingdom of God, the Messiah, the inclusion of the Gentiles, the theology of the Holy Spirit and the preparation of the new covenant. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 711 - The Book of Isaiah Allen P. Ross. Ph.D. An exegetical study of the theology and literature of Isaiah. Includes a survey of Isaiah and develops skills for exegetical exposition. Key chapters, such as the Promise of Immanuel (7), the Message of Hope (40), and the “Suffering Servant” (53) are examined. Includes a study of how the theology of the Messiah is integral to successful Christian life and ministry. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 718 - The Gospel of Luke Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D. An examination of the Gospel of Luke with concentration on its message and preparation of narrative material for preaching and teaching. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 720 - The Sermon on the Mount John R. Stott, M.A., D.D. The course, originally presented at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, is a consecutive exposition of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5–7. The emphasis is upon the distinctive character that is expected of the Christian and upon the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. For the student desiring seminary credit, a programmed syllabus requires an expository and ready study with emphasis on the practical and spiritual application of the Sermon on the Mount and upon the theological issues and historical interpretations of that passage. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTTS 722 - The Parables of Jesus Craig L. Blomberg, Ph.D. Methods of interpreting Jesus’ parables are surveyed and then an eclectic model drawing on the best insights of each is applied to each of the major narrative parables in the gospels. Conclusions are drawn concerning the theology and significance of this portion of Jesus’ teaching. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTTS 723 - The Acts of the Apostles Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D. An exegetical examination of the Acts of the Apostles with concentration on the biblical theology of the Book of Acts, the historical background of events, and the theological emphasis of the speeches. Special attention is given to the relationship between the Church and Israel in the early church era. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis. The ability to make grammatical evaluations and to do Greek word studies is recommended. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 727 - The Pastoral Epistles John R. Stott, M.A., D.D. An exposition of I and II Timothy and Titus. Emphasis on the authority of Paul and his message and the need to guard that message, as well as the responsibilities of the local church and its leaders. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 763 - Augustine and Medieval Theology Scott T. Carroll, Ph.D. A comprehensive introduction to Augustine’s life, works and legacy in the medieval church. Details his youth, conversion, literary works and his battles against the emerging heresies of the time. Students evaluate his contribution to the development of medieval theology and are encouraged to apply those contributions to their current lives and ministries. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
Patrick O. Cate, Ph.D. Examination of Islam from Christian and Muslim perspectives. Covers the history and validity of the Koran, Muslim theology, the role of women, and the places of Christ, the Bible, and the Trinity within Islam. Students gain perspective into the Muslim mindset and learn how to share Christ from within that mindset. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 591 - Exploring Approaches to Apologetics Gordon R. Lewis, Ph.D. The course compares biblical, historical and recent approaches to defending faith in God, Christ and Scripture. It emphasizes the contrast between Peter’s method of reasoning among the Jews in Jerusalem (Acts 2) and Paul’s among the Gentiles in Athens (Acts 17). It compares the still influential approaches of Augustine and Aquinas. However, the bulk of the course examines six approaches of apologists who led in the resurgence of evangelicalism during the last half of the 20th century. Each approach uses different starting points and forms of argument: empirical/inductive, rational/deductive, self-authenticating presuppositions, self-authenticating mystical experiences and hypothesis/ verification. Students are encouraged to integrate the strengths of the varied approaches. The last three lectures, exhibiting the lecturer’s synthesis, are entitled: “Why I Believe in God,” “Why I Believe in Jesus Christ” and “Why I Believe the Bible.” Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 592 - Christian Ethics: A Biblical Theology of Morality James M. Grier, Th.D. An examination of the theories of obligation and the theories of value from a philosophical perspective. A biblical theology of obligation and a biblical theology of value are presented along with their implications for decision-making in personal life and church life. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 593 - Christian Worldview James M. Grier, Th.D. An examination of the nature and function of belief structures and the value of developing and living a distinctly Christian life. Students develop a Christian worldview from a redemptive history model of Biblical theology, which is then clarified using the philosophical categories of metaphysics, epistemology, and axiology. Students gain an understanding of modern and postmodern thought, how to critique them biblically and are encouraged to develop and apply a Christian worldview to life and ministry. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 608 - Old Testament Theology I: Pentateuch and Former Prophets Richard E. Averbeck, Ph.D. Introduces the content and theology of the books, identifying the foundational themes that emerge and tracing them through the rest of the Bible. Students demonstrate how the theology of the Old Testament is basic and essential for understanding Jesus Christ, the Church and Christian life. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 624 - The Epistle to the Romans Harold W. Hoehner, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical-theological study of Paul’s epistle to the Romans in the Greek text. It involves the treatment of selected historical, grammatical, structural, and lexical data which evaluate the meaning of this important New Testament document. Special emphasis is given to the theological themes and over-all argument of the Epistle. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis and the ability to make grammatical and textual critical evaluations and to do Greek word studies. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 628 - The Epistle to the Hebrews Dennis E. Johnson, Ph.D. A course designed to discover the background, context and content of the Epistle to the Hebrews. Focus on the key interpretive issues and theological contributions found in this rich, christocentric book. Strengthens students’ confidence in the superiority of Jesus and the New Covenant and to equip him/her to “encourage one another daily.” Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTTS 701 - The Pentateuch R. Laird Harris, Ph.D. A critical introduction to the first five books of the Bible. Examination of such subjects as the problems of Genesis 1–11, higher criticism of the Pentateuch, chronological issues, and the archaeological and cultural background of the Pentateuch. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTTS 705 - The Book of Psalms Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An introduction to the book of Psalms with emphasis on the principles involved in the exegesis of hymnic literature as well as application of these principles to selected portions. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2.
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