ACADEMICALLY It is the pu rpose of the seminary to provide its students with the best in theological education in order that they may be equipped to preach and teach the Word of God intelligently and present it zealously to the world. In keeping with this goal, every department is geared to emphasize the clear and accurate exposition of the Scriptures. The biblical languages are utilized to expose the inner meaning of the inspired text. Bible exposition, whether by synthesis or analysis, presents a connected and related interpretation of the infallible Book. Systematic theology moves toward a well organized and structured arrangement of biblical truth. Historical theology en gages itself to acquaint the student with the progress of the inerrant Word among the household of faith throughout the Christian era . Philosophy of religion furn ishes the elements whereby the servant of Christ may give a well-ma rsha ll ed reason for the faith that is within . Missions, Christian ministry and leadership, and Christian education strive to perfect in the student a skillful and winsome presentation of the truth, privately and publicly. Talbot stands for one faith, one integrated curriculum, one eternal Word of God and its effective proclamation to a modern generation with its multiplicity of needs. PRACTICALLY It is the purpose of the seminary to prepare for the gospel ministry those who believe, live and preach the great historic doctrines of faith which have been committed to the church. To realize these broad objectives, the seminary offers ten degree programs, each with its own distinctive purpose.
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Dean:... . ......... .............. .............. .......... .Dennis H. Dirks, Ph.D Dean of the Faculty: ..... ........................... Michael J. Wilkins, Ph.D. Assistant Dean: ....................................... Douglas W Geringer, M.Div Distinguished Professors: ..... ................................. Moreland, Saucy Professors: ........ Anthony, Arnold, Boersma, Curtis, Dirks, Dollar, ............................ Finley, Geivett, Gomes, Hellerman, Holloman, .......................................... Hutchison, Issler, Lawson, McIntosh, Pierce, ...... Poelstra, Rae, Rigsby, Russell, Sunukjian, Wilkins Associate Professors: .... Alexander, Barber, Berding, Carr, Coe, ........Cunningham, Deweese, Edwards, Horner, ........... Hubbard, Johnson, Leyda, Lunde, ........................................................ Mabie, Nunez, Rhee, Talley, TenElshof, .................................... .... .. ...................Thoennes, Williams Assistant Professors: ......................... Geringer, Hultberg, Kim, Lee, ............................................. Lewis, Martin, Perez, Porter Administrative Associate: ............................................. Dennis Gaines Objectives The purpose of Biola University, in a broad perspective, is to educate Christian men and women in order to produce graduates who are: 1) competent in their field of study; 2) knowledgeable in biblical stud ies; 3) earnest Christians equipped to serve the Ch ristian community and society at large. Both the nature and the purpose ofTalbot School ofTheology are elaborated more specifically in the following paragraphs and further expanded at various places throughout the catalog as noted under each heading. THEOLOGICALLY The theological position ofTalbot School ofTheology is Christian, protestant, and theologically conservative. The school is inter denominational by nature and is thoroughly committed to the proclamation of the great historic doctrines of the Christian church. It definitely and positively affirms historic orthodoxy in the framewo rk of an evangelical and premillennial theology which is derived from a grammatico-historical interpretation of the Bible. It earnestly endeav ors to make these great doctrinal truths a vital reality in the spiritual life of this present generation.The seminary aims to train students who believe and propagate the great doctrines of the faith as they are summarized in our Statement of Doctrine and teaching position. SP RITU Y It is the purpose ofTalbot to develop in the lives of its students a spiritual life which is in harmony with the great doctrines taught, in order that they may grow in the grace as well as in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Specifically, the goal is to educate and graduate students characterized by practical Christian service, missionary and evangelistic zeal and an adequate knowledge of the Scriptures. To accomplish these objectives the seminary conducts a chapel program and gives attention to its students' service opportu nities.
Degrees Offered
Talbot School ofTheology offers the following degree programs:
Master of Divinity Master of Arts:
Bible Exposition Old Testament New Testament Theology Philosophy of Religion & Ethics Spiritual Formation Biblical & Theological Studies/ Diversified Master of Arts in Christian Education Master of Arts in Christian Ministry & Leadership Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation & Soul Care Master of Arts in Ministry Master ofTheology
Ph.D. in Educational Studies Ed.D. in Educational Studies Doctor of Ministry
Candidates for degrees must demonstrate an exemplary Christian character, a commitment to communicate the truth of the Word of God, and a promise of usefulness in Christian service.
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