One-Year Bible Certificate
Description
The Department of Bible and Theology intends that as a result of completing the One-Year Bible Certificate program, the student will have a basic understanding of the Bible and theology.
Students who complete the One-Year Bible Certificate should gain:
- A basic knowledge of the historical backgrounds of the Old and New Testaments;
- Familiarity with basic tools for Bible study;
- An understanding of the basic doctrines of the Church;
- A good foundation for ongoing spiritual growth and maturity;
- A platform from which to continue study in a ministerial preparation major, should that be desired.
Courses
Part 1. Required Program
28 Credits
| BIBL | 126 | Old Testament History & Literature (3) |
| BIBL | 127 | New Testament History and Literature (3) |
| GS | 180 | Foundations of Leadership (1) |
| THEO | 114 | Systematic Theology I (3) |
| THEO | 355 | Systematic Theology III (Christology & Soteriology) (3) |
Select one (3 credits):
| BIBL | 214 | Isaiah (3) |
| BIBL | 238 | Jeremiah (3) |
| BIBL | 335 | The Minor Prophets (3) |
BIBL Old Testament Elective (3)
Select one (3 credits):
| BIBL | 242 | Acts (3) |
| THEO | 240 | Pentecostal Distinctives (3) |
Select one (3 credits):
| BIBL | 245 | The Johannine Literature (3) |
| BIBL | 358 | Synoptic Gospels: Matthew, Mark & Luke (3) |
BIBL New Testament Elective (3)
Select one (3 credits):
| BIBL | 223 | Romans (3) |
| BIBL | 264 | Corinthian Letters (3) |
Select one (3 credits):
| BIBL | 229 | Bible Study Methods (3) |
| BIBL | 359 | Hermeneutics: The Art of Interpretation (3) |
Part 2. General Electives
3 Credits
