Biblical Studies / Bible Exposition
Prepare to Study, Interpret, and Teach God’s Word
Want a deeper understanding of the Word packaged in a flexible, practical degree? This program will prepare you to study, interpret, and teach God’s Word in whatever setting God places you in.
You Might Like This Program If…
- You have a strong desire to learn more about God’s Word
- You have a passion to teach God’s word to others
- You are looking for a flexible degree to prepare you for wherever God leads whether it is to serve in a local church or the business field
Program Objectives
Each student will:
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the Bible
- Evidence a thorough knowledge of the overall system of truth set forth in the Bible
- Model heightened interpretive skill in independent Bible study and exposition
- Defend a Bible-based system of faith
- Explain Baptist heritage and fundamentalism
- Develop growing Christian maturity and foster a servant leadership mentality
Potential Career Paths
- Camp Ministry
- Youth Pastor
- Chaplain
- Urban Ministry
- Social Worker
Sample Course Outline
- Year 1: Intro to Bible Study; Old Testament Prophets
- Year 2: Bible Doctrine I and II; Foundations of Biblical Counseling
- Year 3: Homiletics I and II; Bible Doctrine III and IV
- Year 4: Systematic Theology I and II; Biblical Studies Senior Project
Major Overview
Degree:
Biblical Studies (B.S.), Emphasis in Bible Exposition
Credits:
122
Average Completion Time:
4 Years
Format:
Classes available on-campus or online
Available Emphases
Greek
Meet the Faculty
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Featured Graduate
Caleb Sturgis
Year of Graduation: 2019
Job Title: Warehouse Generalist, Lomar Distributors (Ankeny, Iowa)
Favorite Class: Western Civilization
Favorite Thing About Faith: “I appreciated having professors and leaders that challenged my thinking while encouraging me to live for Christ.”
How Faith Prepared Me: “Faith helped prepare me by stressing the importance of serving in the local church throughout life, even as I pursue further education.”