Terms and Abbreviations
- Asynchronous: Classes that do not meet at a specified time
- MWF: Classes that meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- MW: Classes that meet on Monday and Wednesday
- TR: Classes that meet on Tuesday and Thursday
- WRF: Classes that meet on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
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B-AN 201 - Genesis
An analysis of the "Book of Beginnings.” God’s plan is studied in detail with reference to the Creation, the Flood, and the nations. The outworking of God’s history of redemption for the nations is traced through a biographical study of the four Hebrew patriarchs.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-AN 203 - Matthew
This course studies the gospel written for the Jew, presenting Jesus Christ as Messiah and King of Israel. Dispensational and prophetic features of the book are noted, with special emphasis on the development of the presentation of the kingdom and related eschatological truths. Matthew's contribution to the various areas of theology is considered, and present-day application is noted throughout the course.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-AN 203-OP - Matthew
A study of the gospel written for the Jew, presenting Jesus Christ as the Messiah and King of Israel. Dispensational and prophetic features of the book are noted, with special emphasis on the development of the presentation of the kingdom and related eschatological truths. Matthew’s contribution to the various areas of theology is considered, and application is noted throughout the course.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025
B-AN 303 - Romans
Our course will take us on a verse-by-verse analysis of the book of Romans. We will preface our study with an introduction to the historical, geographical and religious contexts in which Romans was written. Throughout the semester we will pursue a balanced consideration of the theological, ecclesiological and practical issues applicable to us today.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-AN 303-OP - Romans
Our course will take us on a verse-by-verse analysis of the book of Romans. We will preface our study with an introduction to the historical, geographical and religious contexts in which Romans was written. Throughout the semester we will pursue a balanced consideration of the theological, ecclesiological and practical issues applicable to us today.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025
B-AN 400 - Biblical Studies Senior Project
A senior project requiring the student to demonstrate his or her ability to interpret and exegete Scripture, to correlate exegesis with theology, and to explain these truths to others.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-AN 437 - History of Israel: The Postexilic Period
An analysis of Old Testament history focusing on the biblical material related to the postexilic era (Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi) with special attention given to historical issues, interpretive questions, theological contributions, and practical applications related to the biblical text.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-AN 437 - History of Israel: The Postexilic Period
An analysis of Old Testament history focusing on the biblical material related to the postexilic era (Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi) with special attention given to historical issues, interpretive questions, theological contributions, and practical applications related to the biblical text.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
B-AN 455 - Daniel
An expository treatment of the book of Daniel, emphasizing historical, doctrinal, and eschatological elements. The book is approached from the premillennial standpoint showing how it supplements the book of Revelation and how it contributes to the total field of eschatology.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-RE 101 - Introduction to Bible Study
This course will present foundational principles for understanding and interpreting the Bible. The course will then survey methods and tools needed for effective Bible study. The course will conclude with an introductory study of Hermeneutics.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-RE 101-OP - Introduction to Bible Study
Provides foundational principles for understanding and interpreting the Bible and surveys the methods and tools needed for effective Bible study. This course will conclude with a study of dispensations.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
B-RE 301 - Greek I
A study of Koine Greek grammar which will equip the student for exegetical work in the Greek New Testament. The student is given the basics of New Testament Greek, enabling him or her to translate certain portions of the New Testament Scriptures.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-RE 311 - Foundations for Biblical Exposition
An intensive overview of methods and issues related to biblical exposition, working toward developing skills that will be applied in the proper interpretation of biblical texts.
Prerequisites: B-RE 101, G-CO 102, T-SY 201
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-RE 311 - Foundations for Biblical Exposition
An intensive overview of methods and issues related to biblical exposition, working toward developing skills that will be applied in the proper interpretation of biblical texts.
Prerequisites: B-RE 101, G-CO 102, T-SY 201
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
B-RE 401 - Greek III
Supplements and expands the student’s understanding of Greek grammar. The student will observe and discuss various syntactical constructions that occur in the New Testament. Time will also be devoted to an application of exegetical principles in a study of some of the shorter books of the New Testament. During the second semester the student will be introduced to a study of textual criticism and the application of one’s study of Greek in exegetical analysis. Throughout the course there is a strong emphasis on the practical and pastoral use of the Greek language in personal study and public ministry.
Prerequisites: B-RE 302
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-RE 411 - Hebrew I
A focus on the working knowledge of the original language of the Old Testament using principles of Hebrew script, phonology, and the syntax of the Old Testament. Selected portions of Biblical Hebrew are translated and analyzed.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-SU 101 - Old Testament Law, History and Poetry
A survey of Old Testament law, history, and poetry, giving such points as the background of the book, key words and verses, information about the author, date and circumstances of writing, theme, importance, features, and the high points of each book.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
B-SU 101-OP - Old Testament Law, History and Poetry
A survey of Old Testament law, history, and poetry, giving such points as the background of the book, key words and verses, information about the author, date and circumstances of writing, theme, importance, features, and the high points of each book.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
B-SU 103 - Old Testament Survey
An introductory survey of the entire Old Testament, giving such points as the background of the book, key words and verses, information about the author, date and circumstances of writing, theme, importance, features, and the high points of each book.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 099 - English Fundamentals
This course is a review of English grammar including parts of speech, verb tenses, sentence structure, and usage. It is designed to balance instructor presentations/lectures with in-class time for exercises, allowing the students to concentrate on areas of weakness and move quickly through areas of strength.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 101 - English Composition I
English Composition I immerses students in the world of academic writing by (1) introducing them to the college-level writing process and by (2) exposing them to a variety of professional essays that will serve as models of sophisticated and beautiful prose as well as means by which students will develop and hone critical reading skills. The first of these goals is accomplished by requiring students to write and revise several expository and persuasive essays. The second of these goals is accomplished by reading and analyzing several professional thought-provoking essays. Students will respond to these readings through informal and formal assignments. Students will write at least four papers and produce one multi-modal project, producing a minimum of 20 pages of academic writing.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 101 - English Composition I
English Composition I immerses students in the world of academic writing by (1) introducing them to the college-level writing process and by (2) exposing them to a variety of professional essays that will serve as models of sophisticated and beautiful prose as well as means by which students will develop and hone critical reading skills. The first of these goals is accomplished by requiring students to write and revise several expository and persuasive essays. The second of these goals is accomplished by reading and analyzing several professional thought-provoking essays. Students will respond to these readings through informal and formal assignments. Students will write at least four papers and produce one multi-modal project, producing a minimum of 20 pages of academic writing.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 101-OP - English Composition I
English Composition I immerses students in the world of academic writing by (1) introducing them to the college-level writing process and by (2) exposing them to a variety of professional essays that will serve as models of sophisticated and beautiful prose as well as means by which students will develop and hone critical reading skills. The first of these goals is accomplished by requiring students to write and revise several expository and persuasive essays. The second of these goals is accomplished by reading and analyzing several professional thought-provoking essays. Students will respond to these readings through informal and formal assignments. Students will write at least four papers and produce one multi-modal project, producing a minimum of 20 pages of academic writing.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-CO 102 - English Composition II
English Composition II builds on the skills students enhanced in English Composition I. Students will read, analyze, and synthesize a variety of sources as they engage in academic research and writing. They will summarize and respond to reading assignments and academic articles, examine arguments from multiple perspectives, draft a formal research proposal, and write a lengthy argumentative research paper that uses sources responsibly and with integrity. These assignments require students to write a minimum of 20 pages of academic prose.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 102-OP - English Composition II
English Composition II builds on the skills students enhanced in English Composition I. Students will read, analyze, and synthesize a variety of sources as they engage in academic research and writing. They will summarize and respond to reading assignments and academic articles, examine arguments from multiple perspectives, draft a formal research proposal, and write a lengthy argumentative research paper that uses sources responsibly and with integrity. These assignments require students to write a minimum of 20 pages of academic prose.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-CO 205 - Introduction to Communication
A study of communication strategies in the context of public speaking with a focus on analyzing and delivering personal, ceremonial, informative, and persuasive speeches according to various delivery methods.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101, G-CO 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 205 - Introduction to Communication
A study of communication strategies in the context of public speaking with a focus on analyzing and delivering personal, ceremonial, informative, and persuasive speeches according to various delivery methods.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101, G-CO 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 205-OP - Introduction to Communication
A study of communication strategies, public speaking, and analytical writing with a focus on the analysis and production of informative and persuasive oral communication.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101, G-CO 102
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-CO 275 - Elementary Spanish I
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 301 - Junior Composition I
These courses are required of juniors who need additional writing practice based on their sophomore essay or Junior Composition I results, respectively. The courses will cover the various components of the writing process and are designed to meet the student's individual writing needs in one-on-one consultation with the instructor.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-CO 309 - Advanced Writing
Advanced Writing offers students an in-depth exploration of creative nonfiction, emphasizing developing a distinctive personal voice and refined stylistic technique. Students will engage with various nonfiction genres such as memoir and essays, learning to craft compelling narratives grounded in truth and reflection. Through close reading, guided workshops, and iterative revision, students will explore rhetorical strategies, advanced grammatical structures, and the stylistic choices that elevate prose. Special attention will be given to the relationship between form and content, the ethics of personal storytelling, and the power of language to shape meaning and persuade. This course is ideal for students seeking to hone their writing craft, deepen their understanding of narrative technique, and cultivate an authoritative, expressive style.
Prerequisites: G-CO 101, G-CO 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HI 201 - Western Civilization I
A survey of the development and progress of Western civilization from the earliest times to the eve of the Enlightenment. Special attention is given to the interaction of Christendom and wider culture. Topics include ancient near eastern civilizations, the decline of the Roman Empire, the rise of secular and ecclesiastical power, monasticism, medieval culture, the Renaissance and Reformation eras, and the discovery of the New World.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HI 201-OP - Western Civilization I
A survey of the development and progress of Western civilization from the earliest times to the eve of the Enlightenment. Special attention is given to the interaction of Christendom and wider culture. Topics include ancient near eastern civilizations, the decline of the Roman Empire, the rise of secular and ecclesiastical power, monasticism, medieval culture, the Renaissance and Reformation eras, and the discovery of the New World.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-HI 203 - World Geography
This course is an introduction to the world's major regions seen through their defining physical, social, cultural, political, and economic features. These regions are examined in terms of their physical and human characteristics and their interactions. The course emphasizes relations among regions on issues such as trade, economic development, conflict, and the role of regions in the globalization process.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HI 301 - History of the United States and Economics
A survey of the rich heritage of the United States by examining the founding principles, key individuals, and significant events of America’s past. The course examines various historical, political, religious, economic, and social factors that have helped shape the American nation.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HI 301 - History of the United States and Economics
A survey of the rich heritage of the United States by examining the founding principles, key individuals, and significant events of America’s past. The course examines various historical, political, religious, economic, and social factors that have helped
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-HU 101 - Music Appreciation
A survey of music literature aimed at developing intelligent listening and appreciation of great music. Emphasis is given to basic music literacy: melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, and form. Students will experience all categories of classical music and music history in a variety of contexts.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HU 101-OP - Music Appreciation
A survey of music literature aimed at developing intelligent listening and appreciation of great music. Emphasis is given to basic music literacy: melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, and form. Students will experience all categories of classical music and music history in a variety of contexts.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-HU 105 - Digital Humanities
This interdisciplinary course explores the dynamic relationship between art, music, literature, history, and technology. Students will critically analyze how technological advancements have influenced and transformed creative expressions throughout history and how they continue to shape culture and society today.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HU 201 - Introduction to Philosophy
An overview of the history of philosophy and a survey of philosophical topics. The course acquaints the student with the leading figures, terminology, and basic problems of philosophy. Solutions of the leading philosophical systems are compared, contrasted, and evaluated.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HU 201-OP - Introduction to Philosophy
An overview of the history of philosophy and a survey of philosophical topics. The course acquaints the student with the leading figures, terminology, and basic problems of philosophy. Solutions of the leading philosophical systems are compared, contrasted, and evaluated.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025
G-HU 205 - Adolescent Literature
A study of literature written for and read by adolescents. Emphasis is placed on evaluation of adolescent literature, methods of choosing books related to reading interest levels, promoting reading as an enjoyable and meaningful activity, and developing c
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-HU 305 - British Literature I
A survey of English literature from the Middle Ages through the Enlightenment. Discussions will include the social and cultural conditions in which the authors wrote, their reflections of God and religion, and their influence on Western culture.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-NM 103 - Biological Science
Develops a working knowledge of biology, including human and plant systems, genetics, evolution, anatomy, and ecology. Scientific aspects of current views of origins, race, ethics, and truth are discussed, as well as new scientific developments in medicine, material, space, communications, and the environment.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-NM 107 - Biology and Introduction to Exercise Science
Develops a working knowledge of biology, including human body systems, cell biology, genetics, evolution, anatomy, and scientific inquiry. The skeletal-muscle system as well as energy systems with the accompanying athletic training implications will also be covered. Lab work will consist of analyzing data within the circulatory system as well as action potentials of the skeletal-muscle system.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-NM 109-OP - College Algebra
College Algebra will be an in-depth and accelerated study in advanced algebra techniques and functions for students planning to continue in mathematics studies. Topics covered include linear functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, inverse functions, coordinate geometry, inequalities, and systems. Students will analyze functions using graphical, numerical, and algebraic representations with an emphasis on applications.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
G-NM 203 - Math for Elementary Teachers
This course focuses on math concepts taught in K-6. Topics will be covered from both a practical and theoretical standpoint, with an emphasis on practical understanding using concrete examples. Students will be encouraged to focus on developing higher order thinking skills and mathematical reasoning. Course content includes problem-solving, real number concepts, algorithms for computation, topics from number theory, elementary probability, data analysis and statistics.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-NM 203 Lab - Math for Elementary Teachers - Lab
Lab hours for G-NM 203 Math for Elementary Teachers
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-PE 307 - Sports Physiology
This course is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge of the body and how it functions, focusing specifically on the impact of exercise. A comprehensive review of the muscular and energy systems, as well as training program development, will prepare the student with the understanding of the physical capabilities and limitations of the human body. This knowledge is necessary and beneficial to the overall effectiveness of a coach. This course is required toward the completion of the Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization program in the State of Iowa.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025
G-PE 309 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
This course is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge of the treatment for athletic injuries through reading, video lectures, projects and online discussions. A general study of the basic practices, techniques, and first aid methods are presented, as well as many preventive measures to help reduce the number of athletic injuries. Practical applications are made through students practicing the skills, recording their practice and reflecting on their success. Practical applications will include taping, bandaging, wrapping of athletic injuries. This knowledge is necessary and beneficial to the overall effectiveness of a coach. This course is required toward the completion of the Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization program in the State of Iowa.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025
G-SS 101 - The Family
A study of the modern American family. Emphasis is placed upon preparation for marriage and family living through the lens of a Christian worldview connected to the practical realities faced by every American family. Topics include love, submission, communication, conflict, forgiveness, dating, marriage, planning a wedding, the honeymoon, marriage adjustments, the roles of the husband and wife, parenting, finances and budget, and other issues related to the family.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
G-SS 101 - The Family
A study of the modern American family. Emphasis is placed upon preparation for marriage and family living through the lens of a Christian worldview connected to the practical realities faced by every American family. Topics include love, submission, communication, conflict, forgiveness, dating, marriage, planning a wedding, the honeymoon, marriage adjustments, the roles of the husband and wife, parenting, finances and budget, and other issues related to the family.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
H-GB 101 - Introduction to the Liberal Arts
This course introduces students to the classical structure and purposes of a liberal arts education through reading and discussing philosophical dialogues, texts on classical reasoning, and treatises on education and virtue. Prerequisites: None
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
H-GB 203 - Great Books in History
A study of influential historical works in the Western canon from antiquity through the twentieth century. Selected texts depend on the faculty member’s specialty or area of academic interest.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 101 - Education Seminar
Required of all freshmen intending to enter one of the teacher education programs. The seminar sessions will help the student explore the many facets of teaching both as a ministry and as a profession. Self-evaluative and reflective activities and field experiences will be used to help the student solidify his or her decision related to entering an FBBC teacher preparation program. An overview of the requirements for each program will be presented, and the required entrance and grammar test for each program will be given through this course. A required component of the seminar is planning for three days of field experiences.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 201 - Foundations of Education
This course includes a survey and study of the historical and sociological foundations of the American school system including the development of the Christian school movement. Candidates will be introduced to a foundational knowledge base of education including theories of development and learning, curriculum, instructional approaches, and the learning environment. Issues in public and Christian school education will be addressed and discussed. A clinical experience will also be required.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 209 - Clinical Practice Seminar I
Required of all sophomores intending to enter one of the teacher education programs. The requirements of the performance-based teacher preparation program will be reviewed with a special emphasis upon the required field experiences. The students will update their electronic portfolios, and sophomore-level field experience requirements will be discussed and emphasized.
Prerequisites: M-ED 101
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 221 - Second Language Acquisition
Students will be introduced to the theories and approaches of first and second language acquisition (SLA). Students will gain an understanding of the sociocultural aspects of language acquisition and how SLA affects other aspects of study. Students will examine the pedagogical implications of SLA.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
M-ED 223 - Serving English Language Learners in K-12 Classrooms
This course briefly gives an overview of the historical and legislative foundations of programs of instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs), a comparison and evaluation of various types of program models for serving ELLs, and an analysis of how the role of culture and the transient nature of some populations influence student learning. Students will use research-based ELL methods and teaching strategies to plan, adapt, and modify curriculum. Using these methods, deliver and evaluate instruction as well as assess language proficiency and academic content. The course reinforces the importance of aligning language proficiency and content-based standards in the instructional design.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 231 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education
This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of early childhood education. It introduces the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of developmentally appropriate practices. Emphasis is placed on tracing both the typical and atypical growth and development of children ages birth through grade three in the following areas: physical motor, intellectual, language development, social-emotional, and spiritual. Students will learn how these various areas impact learning in the early years. Students will understand what constitutes a healthy, supportive, and inclusive learning environment, with special emphasis on the vital role of play.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
M-ED 301 - Teaching Physical Education
Provides foundational information and experiences necessary for teaching physical education concepts to children. Prospective teachers will learn how to instruct students to develop personal motor skills, participate productively in team games, and enhance their overall physical fitness, health, and wellness. Techniques for integrating physical education with other disciplines will also be emphasized.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 22, 2025
M-ED 303 - Teaching Elementary Mathematics
An examination of the objectives, methods, and materials for teaching and evaluating concepts of elementary mathematics as well as computational skills. Special consideration is given to the importance of possessing a Christian philosophy of teaching mathematics.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 307 - Teaching Reading I
The history of reading instruction, current approaches to reading instruction, the reading process, and the developmental and diverse nature of children related to reading instruction. Students learn how to develop a comprehensive reading program for reading instruction which includes comprehension, vocabulary and word recognition skills. Guided supervision of a tutorial component is included.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 309 - Clinical Practice Seminar III
Required of all juniors who are working toward a degree in one of the Faith teacher education programs. The requirements of the performance-based teacher preparation program will be reviewed with a special emphasis upon the required field experiences. The students will update their electronic portfolios, and junior-level field experience requirements will be discussed and emphasized.
Prerequisites: M-ED 210
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 317 - The Exceptional Learner
An overview of the categories of exceptional learners and the legislation affecting their educational experience. Special emphasis is given to the causes, symptoms, and educational concerns of children with learning disabilities and the special needs of English language learners.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 323 - English as a Second Language Certificate Practicum
This course provides a brief review of the principles of ESL methods in preparation for the 40 hour practicum experience. ESL Certificate students will be required to observe, assist, and teach in an ESL class setting under the supervision of an ESL instructor. Various observation forms and teaching-related assignments will be completed and uploaded to the students’ e-portfolios to demonstrate the students’ attainment of ESL competencies.
Prerequisites: G-CO 305, G-SS 402, M-ED 221, M-ED 222
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
M-ED 401 - Philosophy of Education
This course provides an overview of the history of educational philosophy and a survey of philosophies pertaining to educational topics and issues. Of particular emphasis will be the development and application of a biblical philosophy of education as a necessary foundation for teaching in the Christian school. Areas of a teacher’s work such as curriculum, instruction, assessment, classroom management, and relationships will be addressed as to how a biblical philosophy might impact a teacher’s thinking and practice.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 10, 2025
M-ED 407 - Integrating Music into the Elementary Curriculum
This course examines the objectives, methods, and materials for incorporating music into the elementary classroom. The selection and organization of materials and the implementation of them are emphasized. Recognizing the place of music in God’s design will accompany Biblically supported application of music in the elementary classroom.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: October 29, 2025
M-ED 408 - Content Area Reading - Secondary
An examination of reading skills and instructional needs of secondary level students with emphasis on teaching and management techniques for a range of reading levels, including comprehensive strategies, basic study skills, coordination of reading instruction, and recreational reading.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 412 - Student Teaching Seminar
A practical discussion of topics related to teaching in the Christian school as final preparation for student teaching. Topics covered include discipline and classroom management techniques, adjustments and transitions into full-time teaching responsibilities, the cooperating teacher, the college supervisor, responsibilities of the student teacher, and placement practices. In addition, the seminar will function as an opportunity for reflective assessments following the student teaching experience.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 413 - Teaching Elementary Language Arts
Studies the content, objectives, and methods of teaching the arts of language (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in the K-8 grade settings. Subjects involving language communication such as composition, grammar, spelling, and handwriting are covered.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 414 - Student Teaching
A fourteen-week assignment during which time the student teacher is under the guidance of an experienced, properly credentialed cooperating teacher. Following an orientation period during which the student teacher observes and gradually assumes teacher-related duties, the student teacher will transition into full-time teaching for several weeks. The student teacher will be responsible for all phases of the instructional process and is expected to follow the daily schedule and duties of the cooperating teacher.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 415 - Teaching Elementary Science
An examination of the objectives, methods, and materials for teaching science in the elementary classroom. National science standards, the selection and organization of materials, and the implementation of Biblically integrated curriculum are presented. Consideration is given to the inquiry-experimentation approach to the study of God’s created world. A clinical experience will be required.
Prerequisites: M-ED 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 419 - Praxis: Theory to Practice
A review of the principles and theories of teaching and learning in preparation for the student teaching experience. Topics of classroom management, discipline, classroom assessment, and standardized testing will be emphasized. The capstone requirement for this course is a 40-hour practicum in which the candidates will demonstrate their readiness for the student teaching experience.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 419 - Praxis: Theory to Practice
A review of the principles and theories of teaching and learning in preparation for the student teaching experience. Topics of classroom management, discipline, classroom assessment, and standardized testing will be emphasized. The capstone requirement for this course is a 40-hour practicum in which the candidates will demonstrate their readiness for the student teaching experience.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ED 421 - Reading Practicum
Designed to help candidates apply theory and research to developing diagnostic instructional skills. Candidates will utilize formal and informal assessments to recognize and diagnose literacy deficiencies and will utilize research-based strategies and instructional technology to select materials appropriate for learners at various stages of reading and writing development and from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Practicum will involve 30 contact hours with a reading instructor.
Prerequisites: G-HU 205, G-HU 308, M-ED 306, M-ED 307, M-ED 308, M-ED 404, M-ED 408, M-ED 413, M-ED 424
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 131 - Women of the Old Testament
This course provides a study of particular women in the Old Testament of the Bible, emphasizing their role and their example of Biblical womanhood as defined by God in Scripture. While detailing the events of their individual lives, the course also analyzes the successes, failures, and adversities in their lives with relation to God’s purposes in the whole of Scripture.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 142 - Foundations of Christian Camping
An analysis and review of the historical beginnings of Christian Camping in United States, Christian Camping Philosophy, and how Christian Camps aid and serve local churches. Special attention will be given to a Christian Camping Philosophy that involves and supports local churches.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 201 - Introduction to Local Church Ministries
An introduction to the field of local church ministries with an emphasis on the Biblical foundation of teaching. Attention is given to the different teaching ministries in a church and the development of a Biblical philosophy of local church ministries.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 203 - Foundations of Biblical Counseling
Provides the student with a foundational theology and philosophy of Biblical counseling. Topics considered are the qualifications of the Biblical counselor, the sufficiency of the Scriptures and its epistemological consequences (including a survey of various approaches to the integration of psychology and theology), the sufficiency of Christ, a Biblical anthropology (including motivation, the role of faith in change, the immaterial/material make-up of man), basic principles of progressive sanctification, and the responsibility of the local church in Biblical counseling.
Prerequisites: G-SS 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 301 - Discipleship of Children
A study of the principles and procedures of teaching children in church ministries. The course examines the characteristics of children and the skills involved in effectively teaching them.
Prerequisites: M-LC 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 321 - Women's Ministry Foundations
This course delineates a biblical philosophy for women’s ministry in the local church. Special attention will be given to the biblical mandate for the ministry of women, God’s design for womanhood both in the home and in the church, examples of the role of women in the New Testament church, and qualifications for women in leadership. An overview of the scope and praxis of women’s ministry will be included.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 333 - Restoration in the Local Church
Prerequisites: M-LC 204
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 400 - Local Church Ministries Senior Project
The student, under the supervision of a church teacher or leader, utilizes his or her training in the Local Church Ministries Department to teach in a church ministry or evaluate and lead a church educational program.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 403 - Biblical Counseling Practicum
A capstone course that considers the practical application of the principles and methods of Biblical counseling. The class is a seminar discussion course leading the student to greater application of the principles and methods of Biblical counseling to his or her own life, friendships, and formal ministry opportunities. An extended self-counseling project, along with discussions of Biblical counseling opportunities and experiences will provide the core of this course.
Prerequisites: M-LC 204
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 413-OP - Discipleship of Youth
An examination and application of discipleship principles and practices to youth ministries and families with teenagers. The course focuses on teaching and learning techniques for teenagers, the role of a teacher in the life of a student, and the crucial role of parents in the discipleship of teenagers (ages 11-18).
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 421 - Mentoring Women
In this course the student will study the practice of mentoring as mandated in Titus 2:3-5. Special attention will be given to the need for sound doctrine. Other topics considered are the biblical qualifications for mentors, the biblically prescribed curriculum, the methodology of effective mentoring, and the development of a mentoring ministry in the local church.
Prerequisites: B-RE 101, B-SU 101, B-SU 102, B-SU 104, M-LC 321
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 423 - Ministering to the Aging
A survey of the physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs of the aging. The course also discusses ministering to the aging and involving them in the Lord’s service.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 427 - Expositional Teaching for Women I
The goal of this course is to help women become effective teachers of God’s Word to other women using the expository method. It focuses on the organization, development, and presentation of Bible studies and lessons. Students will prepare and deliver several Bible lessons.
Prerequisites: B-RE 101, B-SU 101, B-SU 102, B-SU 104, M-LC 321
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 429 - Women's Ministry Emphasis Project
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 433 - Counseling Children
Opportunities and procedures for having a ministry of Biblical counseling to children and their parents in the home, local church, and school are presented. A special emphasis is placed on parenting principles and key issues in life as children grow and develop.
Prerequisites: M-LC 204
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-LC 441 - Marriage and Family Counseling
A study of the family relationships including how the Christian family functions according to Scripture, some points of stress and causes of breakdown, parent-child relationships, and appropriate counseling strategies for marriage and family harmony.
Prerequisites: M-LC 204
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ME 103 - Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry
An introduction to the Biblical, historical and practical foundations for world missions. It engages in issues related to the call of God, the process of getting to the field, and the contemporary issues facing today’s missionary.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ME 103-OP - Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry
An introduction to the Biblical, historical and practical foundations for world missions. It engages in issues related to the call of God, the process of getting to the field, and the contemporary issues facing today’s missionary.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 2, 2025
M-ME 203 - Theology and History of Missions
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ME 303 - Principles of Church Planting and Growth
Discusses the major need for church planters both in North America and abroad. The course analyzes methods that may be employed in church planting, ways to overcome the hindrances to church planting and development, and the theology of church growth. The intent of the course is to equip the student to start a church.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ME 400 - Cross-Cultural Internship
An internship of a minimum of six weeks of practical experience on an approved home or foreign mission field, planned in agreement with the chair of the Department of Missions and Evangelism, and carried out under supervision of qualified missionaries. This course is intended to be taken during the summer prior to the student’s junior or senior year.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-ME 406-OP - Cults
This course will seek to develop a working definition of the term “cult” and then study various cults of Christianity. The three major Cults studied will be Roman Catholicism, Mormonism and the Jehovah’s Witnesses. The focus of the study will be comparing the theological positions of each group to an orthodox position on Christianity. The course will also seek to acquaint the learner with the cult in a personal way by providing an opportunity for direct study.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
M-ME 415 - Cross-Cultural Ministry Seminar I
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 101 - Music Theory I
A thorough study of music fundamentals including pitch notation, clefs, scales, key signatures, intervals, and triads and seventh chords and their inversions, along with beginning four-part harmony, including tonic and dominant functions in diatonic harmony. Students familiarize themselves with the basics of notation software.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 103 - Aural Skills I
This course covers the basics of aural skills, including identifying and singing simple diatonic intervals and major/minor scales in movable-do solfège (la-based minor). Students will perform rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meters, recognize meter and starting scale degree, and identify tonic and dominant harmonies in major and minor keys using Roman numerals. Sight-singing of simple diatonic melodies and transcribing basic rhythmic and melodic patterns will also be covered.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 121 - Chorale
The chorale is a large choral ensemble open to students of all disciplines by audition. Exposure is given to varied types and styles of choral literature, with the primary purpose of ministering the Word of God to audiences. All members make a year-long commitment to the chorale and participate in all required events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 123 - Chamber Choir
The chamber choir is a select choral ensemble of 16-24 voices open to students of all disciplines by audition. Exposure is given to varied types and styles of choral literature, with the primary purposes of developing excellence in choral music and representing the institution in the community. All members make a year-long commitment to the chamber choir and participate in all required events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 125 - Handbell Ensemble
The handbell ensemble is open to students of all disciplines by audition. Exposure is given to varied types and styles of handbell literature, with the primary purposes of ministering the Word of God to audiences. All members make a year-long commitment to the handbell ensemble and participate in all required events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 127 - Orchestra
The orchestra is a select instrumental ensemble open to students of all disciplines by audition. Exposure is given to varied types and styles of orchestral literature, with the primary purposes of ministering the Word of God to audiences and developing excellence in orchestral music. All members make a year-long commitment to the orchestra and participate in all required events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 141 - Instrumental Ensemble
The instrumental ensemble is open to students of all disciplines by audition. Exposure is given to varied types and styles of instrumental literature, with the primary purposes of ministering the Word of God to audiences. All members make a year-long commitment to the instrumental ensemble and participate in all required events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 145 - Pep Band
The pep band is open to students of all disciplines by audition. This ensemble meets once weekly during volleyball and basketball seasons to prepare music for the Eagles’ home games, with the primary purpose of supporting and encouraging the student body and teams. All members commit to all scheduled events before credit is given.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 171 - Piano
Private instruction that enables students to develop and refine piano playing skills. Students study classical and sacred music, as well as technique and music theory.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 173 - Piano for Non-Music Majors
Private instruction that enables students to develop and refine piano playing skills. Students study classical and sacred music, as well as technique and music theory.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 177 - Piano
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 181 - Voice
Private instruction guiding the student in the development of legitimate singing skills for a ministry of spiritual song. An attitude of sacred stewardship is cultivated in the care and proper use of the voice with attention given to posture, breathing, tone production, agility, diction, phrasing, and poise as aids to effectively communicating spiritual truth in song.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 193 - Instrument
Private instruction on an orchestral/band instrument with a view to its use in Christian ministry. Hymn and gospel song stylings and standard repertoire are used to develop the student’s skills.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 197 - Composition
Applied study in music composition taking the format of individual lessons.
Prerequisites: M-MU 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 201 - Music Theory III
A study of applied dominants, diatonic and chromatic modulation, modal mixture, the Neapolitan chord, and augmented sixth chords. Students analyze Common Practice Period works and produce original compositions.
Prerequisites: M-MU 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 203 - Aural Skills III
Aural Skills III emphasizes seventh chords (major, minor, dominant, diminished, half-diminished) and common secondary dominants. Students will identify modulations and perform rhythms in changing meters. Melodic transcriptions will involve seventh chord arpeggiations, chromaticism, and applied chords, while harmonic dictations will include inversions and applied chords.
Prerequisites: M-MU 102, M-MU 104
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 211 - Music History I
This course explores the development of Western art music from Antiquity through the Baroque era (c. 1750). Students will examine the historical, cultural, and theoretical foundations of music in Ancient Greece and Rome, the Medieval and Renaissance periods, and the Baroque era. Emphasis is placed on major composers, genres, performance practices, and the development of musical notation and theory. Listening, score analysis, and historical context are integral components of the course. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: M-MU 102
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 341 - Choral Methods and Materials
Instructional methods and materials appropriate for teaching choral music in the secondary school. Topics include professional responsibilities, philosophy of teaching, pedagogy, rehearsal strategies, classroom management, administration, and literature, along with choral methods and materials appropriate for church choirs, from children’s to adult.
Prerequisites: M-MU 222
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 343 - Instrumental Methods and Materials
Instructional methods and materials appropriate for teaching instrumental music in the secondary school. Topics include professional responsibilities, philosophy of teaching, pedagogy, rehearsal strategies, classroom management, administration, and literature, along with instrumental methods and materials appropriate for church orchestras.
Prerequisites: M-MU 222
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 371 - Piano Pedagogy I
Piano Pedagogy I introduces the study of the methods and techniques necessary to prepare future piano teachers. The course will lay a foundation for operating a piano studio. The course covers studio policy creation, professionalism in the field of teaching, the first lesson, transfer students, business communication, and lesson planning for beginners to intermediate piano students. The course explores all of the relevant piano methods, technology, terminology, and different teaching techniques available. This course and the prerequisites must be successfully completed to teach in the Faith Music Academy.
Prerequisites: M-MU 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 381 - Diction for Singers
English, German, Italian and French lyric diction for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 400 - Music Internship
An in-service course in cooperation with local churches. The student works with an established minister of music and/or pastor to gain practical experience throughout an entire school year or summer.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 403 - Orchestration
Principles and methods of writing and arranging music for instrumental ensembles, including the study of the various instruments of the orchestra.
Prerequisites: M-MU 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 421 - Choral Literature
A survey of choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Through listening and analysis, stylistic features of works are observed and discussed.
Prerequisites: M-MU 211, M-MU 212
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-MU 472 - Piano Internship
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 103 - Introduction to Word
This course teaches students “touch typing” and the features of Microsoft Word to produce common business-related documents. Students will create letters, memos, e-mails, tables, reports, and various employment documents. File management, proofreading, spelling, and professionalism are also covered. Students will take the national certification Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Associate Exam at the conclusion of this course.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 103-OP - Introduction to Word
This course teaches students “touch typing” and the features of Microsoft Word to produce common business-related documents. Students will create letters, memos, e-mails, tables, reports, and various employment documents. File management, proofreading, spelling, and professionalism are also covered. Students will take the national certification Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Associate Exam at the conclusion of this course.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 201 - Office Procedures
Designed to help the student develop traits, qualities, and skills necessary for an office administrator. It includes discussions in such areas as the role of an office administrator, interpersonal relations, electronic office, communication in the office, administrative support responsibilities, and records management.
Prerequisites: M-OA 103
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 203 - Computer Applications I
This course provides students with a simulated experience of working in an organization and performing realistic tasks as an administrative assistant. Students will use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, scheduling, and database functions using current Microsoft Office software to prepare integrated documents. The Internet and other creative tools will be explored. At the conclusion of this course, students will take the national certification Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) PowerPoint Associate Exam.
Prerequisites: M-OA 103
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 205 - Accounting I
Provides an introduction to a double-entry system of accounting. Study includes double-entry process of recording business transactions, journalizing and posting, special journals and subsidiary ledgers. Practical experience in record keeping will be given through completion of an accounting packet.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OA 213 - Event Planning
This course is designed to give a broad overview of event planning from an administrative perspective and skill level while exploring minute details of event planning to instill critical thinking and detail-minded abilities and service.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OL 201 - Introduction to Organizational Leadership
This course provides an overview of leadership approaches and theories, focusing on biblical leadership and how those approaches are practiced to influence outcomes. As a complement to leadership theory, the basic competencies and skills necessary for effective leadership are also explored. This course will introduce the student to foundational academic practices used throughout the OL program.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OL 301 - Fundamentals of Business Management
This course is a traditional approach to business management using the leading, planning, organizing, and controlling approach. The course will present a survey of the basic methods of operations used by managers of large and small businesses. Additional emphasis is placed on quality management processes that promote effectiveness and profitability.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OL 400 - Organizational Leadership Internship
This internship creates apprenticeship opportunities under leaders in complementary business and ministry scenarios. The student will find and be matched with dynamic organizations, apply leadership and management knowledge, and learn from mentor leaders.
Prerequisites: M-OL 201, M-OL 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OL 401 - Business Strategy
This course will apply strategic management principles to actual business situations through lectures, readings, and case studies. This course recognizes small business and entrepreneurship problems and uses critical thinking to develop solutions from a biblical perspective.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-OL 403 - Integrative Capstone Project Cohort
This course places a team of students together to identify, design, execute, and analyze a real-world project in the community. The students will receive mentorship as well as project management training throughout the course. The project will integrate aspects of team-building, project management, leadership, and basic business fundamentals.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 205 - Pastoral Theology
A study of the principles and policies involved in conducting pastoral work. Attention is given to the qualifications, call, and conduct of a pastor. Suggested methods are presented for the conduct of public worship, funerals, weddings, baptisms, and the Lord’s Supper. Careful study is made of the pastor’s private and business life, his study, and his management of church problems.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 301 - Homiletics I
Basic principles necessary for the preparation and delivery of sermons. The various parts of a sermon, such as subject, theme, introduction, proposition, divisions, development, and conclusion are studied thoroughly.
Prerequisites: M-PT 202
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 303 - Disciple-Making in the Local Church
Jesus’ commission to His followers is to “make disciples” (Matthew 28:19). Fulfilling this directive is fundamental to ministry in the local church. This class will examine biblical principles, helpful resources, and effective methods for making disciples in the local church, comparing and contrasting an organic vs. programmatic approach.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 305 - Youth Foundations
A study of the Biblical and practical elements involved in developing a local church youth ministry. Special attention is given to the relation of youth ministry to the church and to the family, the development of a Biblical philosophy of youth ministry, and several practical ministry issues related to professional youth ministry.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 401 - Seminar: Serving on a Pastoral Staff
A study of the theology of the local church, giving particular attention to the theology of the pastoral office and the outworking of this theology in local church ministry. The course is designed to prepare the student to work effectively as part of a pastoral staff (e.g., youth pastor, minister of music), or as part of a field council on a mission field.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
M-PT 403 - Senior Pastoral Seminar
Seniors will review key principles and practices of pastoral ministry that have been covered in core program classes. They will revise their philosophy of ministry. They will develop a resumé and format their doctrinal statement for the purpose of seeking a position in a local church. Best practices for achieving placement in pastoral ministry will be discussed. This class will prepare students for their capstone exam.
Prerequisites: M-PT 205, M-PT 206, M-PT 301, M-PT 302
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-HI 401 - Baptist History and Beliefs
A survey of the history of Baptists, including an analysis of the views of Baptist origins in the 16th century, the emergence of Baptists in 17th century England, Baptist growth in the American Colonies, and Baptist history to the present day. This course includes an examination of the historic distinctives of Baptist belief, with special attention given to the ordinances of Baptism and the Lord's Supper, especially as they differ from the beliefs and practices of other denominations. The course will also highlight the importance of the Baptist name and heritage in the contemporary pluralistic religious context. Fundamentalism, and the part Baptists have had in that movement will also be highlighted, as well as the element of separatism that appears throughout Baptist history.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-HI 401-OP - Baptist History and Beliefs
A survey of the history of Baptists, including an analysis of the views of Baptist origins in the 16th century, the emergence of Baptists in 17th century England, Baptist growth in the American Colonies, and Baptist history to the present day. This course includes an examination of the historic distinctives of Baptist belief, with special attention given to the ordinances of Baptism and the Lord's Supper, especially as they differ from the beliefs and practices of other denominations. The course will also highlight the importance of the Baptist name and heritage in the contemporary pluralistic religious context.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
T-SY 201 - Bible Doctrine I
A systematic study of the Biblical doctrines of the Scriptures, the Person of God the Father, and the Person and work of Christ.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-SY 201-OP - Bible Doctrine I
A systematic study of the Biblical doctrines of the Scriptures, the Person of God the Father, and the Person and work of Christ.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2025
T-SY 301 - Bible Doctrine III
A systematic study of the Bible’s teaching concerning sin and the various facets of salvation.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-SY 301-OP - Bible Doctrine III
A systematic study of the Bible’s teaching concerning sin and the various facets of salvation.
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: September 2, 2025
T-SY 401 - Systematic Theology I
A study of the whole field of systematic theology, giving special attention to areas vital in maintaining a fundamental, Baptistic, premillennial faith. The intent of the course is for students not only to learn theology but also to explain the Biblical rationale for their own beliefs.
Prerequisites: T-SY 201, T-SY 202, T-SY 301, T-SY 302
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-SY 401 - Systematic Theology I
A study of the whole field of systematic theology, giving special attention to areas vital in maintaining a fundamental, Baptistic, premillennial faith. The intent of the course is for students not only to learn theology but also to explain the Biblical rationale for their own beliefs.
Prerequisites: T-SY 201, T-SY 202, T-SY 301, T-SY 302
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
T-SY 411 - Senior Bible Seminar
Helps students to review and integrate their doctrinal study into a meaningful whole. Special attention is given to basic Bible knowledge as it relates to and supports Bible doctrines. Students receive help in developing and defending their own doctrinal statement.
Prerequisites: T-SY 201, T-SY 202, T-SY 301, T-SY 302
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
