BLHE
216 - Hebrew II (3)
All elements
of the Hebrew grammar will
be presented, preparing for
translation work.
Prerequisite: Hebrew I.
Biblical Studies Old
Testament:
BSOT
300 - Old Testament Survey
(3)
A study of
the books of the Old
Testament, giving attention
to questions of authorship,
date, origin, destination,
purpose, literary
characteristics, content,
and problem areas. This
course provides an overview
of the Old Testament from
Genesis to Malachi, focusing
on the distinctive message
of each book. The
historical setting and
theological contribution of
each book is emphasized with
geographical and
archaeological support.
Practical application is
included.
BSOT
307 - Pentateuch (3)
A theological
and literary introduction to
the first five books of the
Old Testament. The laws,
which form the basic of
Israel's theocracy, are
examined with regard to
their content, meaning, and
its implications for the
rest of Scripture.
BSOT
308 - Historical Books (3)
A study of
the history of Israel
(Joshua - Esther) from its
origin in Egypt to its
return from exile. A
geographical-historical
survey of the Bible. Solomon
through the return from
exile.
BSOT
309 - Poetical and Wisdom
Books (3)
A detailed
study of Job, Psalms,
Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song
of Solomon, with special
attention to the forms of
Hebrew poetry. Including the
background, literary
character, composition,
authorship, and analysis of
the message of each book.
BSOT
310 - Major Prophets (3)
A study of
the Major Prophets (Isaiah -
Daniel), including the
authorship, historical
setting, the ministry of
each prophet, and an
analysis of the message and
the prophetic content of
each book.
BSOT
311 - Minor Prophets (3)
A study of
the twelve Minor Prophets
(Hoses - Malachi), including
the authorship, historical
setting, the ministry of
each prophet, and an
analysis of the message and
the prophetic content of
each book.
*BSOT 320 -
Genesis (3)
A careful
study of the major teachings
of the books of Genesis.
Emphasis is given to
Creation, the Flood,
patriarchs, and the ancient
origins of the nation of
Israel.
BSOT
346 - Daniel (3)
An analytical
study of Daniel from the
premillennial standpoint,
noting the historical and
cultural context of the book
and its relationship to the
Book of Revelation. Emphasis
will be given to the
prophetic sections of the
book.
Biblical Studies New
Testament:
BSNT 400 -
New Testament Survey (3)
A study of
the books of the New
Testament. This course
provides an overview of the
New Testament, including an
emphasis on the distinctive
message, the historical
setting, and theological
contribution of each book.
Geographical and
archaeological support for
each book is also
considered.
BSNT 405 -
The Life of Christ (3)
A detailed
study in the life of Christ
constitutes this course.
The chronological and
geographical aspects of the
Lord’s ministry will be
stressed as He offers the
Kingdom to Israel with its
subsequent rejection. A
term project tracing the
geographical and
chronological movement is
required.
BSNT
408 - Synoptic Gospels (3)
A detailed
study of the Synoptic
Gospel: Matthew, Mark, and
Luke. The purpose and
distinctive nature of the
book is emphasized.
Practical application to
Christian living is an
integral part of this
course.
BSNT
409 - Pastoral Epistles (3)
An analytical
study of the epistles of 1
and 2 Timothy and Titus,
with special emphasis on
Paul’s practical counsel to
his young co-workers in
their leadership
responsibilities in local
churches. Special emphases
include the topic of
exemplary Christian living,
qualification of elders and
deacons, and church
practices.
BSNT
411 - General Epistles I
(3)
1 Peter, 2
Peter, and Jude - A survey
of the historical
background, and an
analytical and practical
study of the epistles Peter.
BSNT
412 - General Epistles II
(3)
1,2,&3 John -
An exposition of the three
epistles of John will be
presented with an emphasis
on the argument, theology
and problem passages of each
epistle. Special attention
is given to John’s doctrinal
emphases.
BSNT
415 - Corinthian Epistles
(3)
A study of
the two epistles to the
Corinthians identifying the
kinds of problems faced by
the first century church and
Paul's solution to them.
BSNT 420 -
Prison Epistles (3)
An analytical
study of the epistles of
Ephesians, Philippians,
Colossians, and Philemon
with special attention given
to the argument, theology,
and uniqueness of each
epistle.
BSNT
425 - 1 & 2 Thessalonians
(3)
A practical
and exegetical study of the
early epistles of Paul based
on a careful consideration
of the text. Special
attention is given to the
eschatology (rapture Day of
the Lord) of the epistles
and the practical
ramifications of that
eschatology.
*BSNT 443 -
The Gospel of John (3)
A detailed
study of John’s Gospel which
emphasizes the deity of
Christ, and salvation by
faith alone in Christ
alone. Special attention is
given to the book’s
structure. Practical
application will be
included.
BSNT
444 - Acts (3)
A course
centering upon a practical
and exegetical consideration
of the book of Acts. A
study of the expansion of
the church from Jerusalem to
the whole Mediterranean
area. Special emphasis will
be given to church
principles, transitional
problems and missionary
principles. The character
and work of Paul is enlarged
to include details from his
writings.
BSNT
445 - Romans (3)
An exegetical
and practical study of
Paul’s most theological
epistle based on a careful
consideration of the
development of the argument
of the book, the authorship,
recipients, occasion,
purpose, and theology of the
epistle are also considered.
BSNT
459 - Hebrews (3)
A practical
and exegetical study of
Hebrews based on careful
attention to the development
of the argument of the
book. Emphasis is placed on
the superiority of Christ to
Judaism, and special
attention is given to the
historical background,
authorship, and to the
warning passages.
BSNT
460 - James (3)
James - A
practical and exegetical
study of James based on
careful attention to the
development of the argument
of the book. Emphasis is
placed on living out your
faith and dealing with the
issue of Lordship Salvation
vs Free Grace Salvation.
BSNT
467 - Revelation (3)
An exegetical
study of the book of
Revelation. Consideration is
given to the various schools
of eschatological thought
and the nature of
apocalyptic literature.
Christian Education:
CEDU
500 - Introduction to
Christian Education (3)
A survey of
what Christian education is
and its philosophical and
historical backgrounds with
an overview of the local
church's total educational
program. Study of the
curriculum, principles, and
methods, of Christian
Education as they apply to
teaching in the church.
CEDU
511 - Teaching Methods (3)
An evaluation
of various teaching methods,
with applications made in
the classroom. Emphasizes
learner-centered teaching
skills, including how to
design lessons plans.
CEDU
520 - Ministry to Children
(3)
A study of
the needs and developmental
characteristics of children
through the elementary age.
Emphasis is placed upon
teaching methods and a
biblical theology of
children’s ministry, with
observation and actual
ministry to children
required.
CEDU
531 - Youth Ministry (3)
A study of
the needs and nature of
youth in relation to a
Biblical and developmental
study of early, middle and
later adolescence. The
course will look at
organization,
administration,
supervisions, and various
philosophies of youth
ministry in the local
church.
CEDU
540 - Ministry to Adults (3)
An analysis
of the needs and
developmental stages of
adults in modern society.
Includes a survey of
principles of effective
programming, adult ministry
resources, trends, and
practical application of
those to the local church.
CEDU
551 - Ministry of Women (3)
A guided
study of a woman’s role in
the church and in society.
Areas such as character
development, New Testament
principles, and the ministry
of women in family, church,
society, and missionary
endeavor will be
considered.
General Studies:
GENS 600 -
Introduction to Theological
Research and Writing (3)
Students must
take the course prior to
their second semester of
classes. This is an
introductory survey of basic
research and writing skills
that are required of
undergraduate students.
Topics include: Library
research, theological tools,
internet research, Turabian
formatting, writing a term
paper, documenting sources,
and common writing errors.
GENS 605 -
English Grammar (3)
This course
will emphasize the basic
grammar such as the parts of
speech, verb tenses,
sentence structure,
punctuation, etc.
GENS 608 -
English Composition (3)
This course
is a practical approach to
understanding the basic
principles ot the English
language including the
development of writing
skills.
GENS 611 -
Public Speech - (3)
Public speech
is a study of the
requirements for effective
oral communication. Topics
will include selecting a
speech topic, researching
the topic, outlining, and
organizing the speech, use
of visual aids, persuasion,
analyzing the audience, and
critiquing the speech.
GENS 620 -
Geography and Archaeology of
Ancient Near East (3)
A study of
geography of the Ancient
Near East with special
emphasis on Isreal and the
Middle East.
GENS 625 -
Basic Computer Skills (3)
An
introduction to the basic
functions of a computer
system, audio visual
methods, techniques and
emphasizing the use of AV
equipment and computers for
church education.
GENS 626 -
Principles of Computer
Management (3)
A study of
the use of software, such as
Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint). Emphasis will
not be on the mechanics of
the software but the use of
the software to present
ideas, for persuasion, and
for analysis.
GENS 631 -
Cults (3)
An analysis
of the major cults and their
points of departure from
Scripture that challenge the
historic Christian Faith.
GENS 635 -
World Religions (3)
An
exploration of the major
world religions will be
undertaken and a comparison
of their teachings with the
teachings of orthodox
Christianity. Religions such
as Animism, Hinduism,
Buddhism, Islam, etc. will
be analyzed as the
background of Christian
world missions.
GENS 638 -
World Civilization (3)
A study of
civilizations from the
beginning of recorded
history to the close of the
Roman period. Emphasis will
be given to the ancient
civilizations of Egypt,
Babylonia, Persia,
Palestine, Greece, and Rome.
GENS 640 -
Church History (3)
An
introduction to the study of
Church History from the
first century AD to the
present.
Music:
MUSI
650 - Introduction to Music
(3)
A study of
the basic knowledge of the
elements of music: melody,
harmony, and rhythm.
MUSI
651 - Music Appreciation (3)
This is a
study of the development of
music as revealed in major
compositions of
representative composers
from each major period. This
course is designed for
students who desire to
expand their appreciation
and understanding of music.
Prior knowledge of music is
not required.
Pastoral Theology:
PTHE
700 - Pastoral Theology (3)
Instruction
in the biblical teaching
about spiritual gifts in the
local church. Principles of
leadership, preaching,
Christian Education,
counseling, and visitation
are included, together with
suggestions for baptisms,
remembrance services,
weddings, and funerals.
PTHE
711 - Leadership (3)
A
consideration of the
biblical and practical
principles vital for
leadership in the Christian
ministry.
PTHE
720 - Church Administration
(3)
A
consideration of biblical
and practical principles for
administering the affairs of
the local church. This
includes both business and
spiritual areas and
particularly underscores the
role of the pastor in
conducting the various types
of public services.
PTHE
731 - Homiletics (3)
An
examination of the case for
expository preaching, Major
emphasis is placed on the
nature, preparation, and
delivery of expository
messages. Attention is also
given to the gathering of
material for the sermon.
PTHE
732 - Advanced Homiletics
(3)
Advanced
training in the preparation
and delivery of sermons
focusing on biblical
interpretation, outline
structure, dynamics of
delivery, illustration, and
appreciation. A course
concentrating on the
preaching of the expository
sermon according to literary
categories: narrative,
didactic, poetic, and
prophetic. Prerequisite:
Homiletics.
PTHE
771 - Church Growth
Principles (3)
A study of
various means which promotes
church growth.
Practical Ministries:
PMIN
800 - Spiritual Life (3)
A directed
study of the biblical
principles that govern true
Christian character and
service, with emphasis on
the sufficiency of the
Scriptures and the
yieldedness of the believer
for holy living and
spiritual effectiveness in
ministry.
PMIN
811 - Personal Evangelism
(3)
Practical
instruction in methods of
evangelization with emphasis
on making personal
evangelism a part of daily
living. This course examines
the biblical and theological
foundations of evangelism
and practical methods of
personal evangelism. The
course covers such topics as
the gospel message, the need
for relevant evangelism,
techniques for establishing
relationships, developing a
clear presentation of the
gospel message, the use of
apologetics, follow-up,
discipleship, and current
issues in evangelism.
PMIN
820 - Christian Evidences I
(3)
Christian
Evidences is a systematic
presentation of objective
evidences to support the
claims of Christianity. In
this course evidence is
presented to answer two
fundamental questions: "Does
God exist?" and "Is the
Bible reliable?" Included in
the lectures are practical
applications and answers for
today's critics.
PMIN
821 - Christian Evidences II
(3)
This course
presents evidence for the
deity of Jesus Christ,
miracles, Creation and the
Flood. Scientific evidence
is presented for a young
universe and young earth, as
well as recent life.
Included are illustrations
designed for use in
defending the Christian
faith.
PMIN
840 - Theology of Evangelism
(3)
A study of
the supreme task of
evangelism and contemporary
challenges to evangelism are
discussed. A practical
component of the course
contributes to the
cultivation of an
evangelistic mindset and
lifestyle, moving the study
from theology to praxis.
PMIN
861 - Basic Principles of
Biblical Counseling (3)
A course
considering the proper
principles, procedures,
techniques, and goals of
effective counseling for the
pastor and/or Christian
leader in the church
setting. Limitations of the
counselor and referral
techniques are discussed.
PMIN
864 - Marriage and Family
Counseling (3)
A course
concentrating on the
conflicts and issues of
marriage and family life,
noting the most frequent
cases for breakdown. There
is a positive stress on
building a healthy Christian
family life. Attention is
also given to premarital
counseling.
PMIN 870 -
Christian Service (0)
Christian
service is an integral part
of the educational
philosophy of Free Grace
Seminary. All students are
required to minister in some
area of Christian service
during their enrollment at
the Seminary. An important
part of Christian service is
to help students discover
and develop their spiritual
gifts and talents. Christian
service offers the
opportunity for students to
apply classroom instruction
and theory to practical
ministry experiences.
PMIN
880 - Introduction to
Missions (3)
An
introduction and in-depth
overview of missions and its
related concepts including
its Biblical basis, its
variety of ministries and
personal involvement from
the calling to service on
the field. The course also
includes a survey of the
major target areas of world
missions today.
Theology:
THEO 900 -
Free Grace Theology - (3)
An
introduction and in-depth
overview of Free Grace
Theology. The course
presents the distinctions
and objections of Free Grace
Theology.
THEO 911 -
Survey of Bible Doctrine (3)
A basic
foundation in theology is
provided through a study of
the major themes of the
Bible, including Bibliology,
Theology Proper,
Christology, Pneumatology,
Angelology, Soteriology,
Anthropology, Harmartiology,
Ecclesiology, and
Eschatology. A personal
Statement of Faith is
required of each student as
a term project.
THEO 920 -
Bible Study Methods (3)
A study of
the principles of biblical
interpretation in all of its
basic aspects such as
theological, historical,
cultural, grammatical, and
literary. This includes
particular topics such as
typology, symbolism,
prophecy, figures of speech,
and parables.
THEO 931 -
Bibliology, Theology Proper,
& Angelology (3)
Bibliology:
The doctrine of the Word of
God is studied from
Scripture, including
revelation, inspiration,
authority, canonicity,
interpretation,
illumination, preservation,
and translation. Theology
Proper: A detailed studies
of the nature of God,
attributes of God, the
Trinity and the functions of
each Person of the Godhead,
and the decrees. Angelogy:
An examination of the
doctrine of angels (elect
and fallen) and their
relationship to man and to
God.
THEO 940 -
Pneumatology & Christology
(3)
Pneumatology:
A detailed studies of the
Person and work of the Holy
Spirit, including discussion
of His deity, personhood,
and ministries to
unbelievers, and to
believers. Christology: A
detailed study of the person
and work of Christ from
eternity as set forth in the
Scriptures. A biblical and
historical examination of
two areas of Christian
theology: (1) The doctrine
of Christ, including
discussion of His full
deity, sinless humanity, and
His substitutionary
atonement and (2) the
hypostatic union.
THEO 951 -
Anthropology, Hamartiology,
& Soteriology (3)
Anthropology:
The doctrine of man,
including a study of his
origin, nature, and royal
calling. Hamartiology: The
doctrine of sin, including a
study of the fall of man,
imputed, inherited, and
personal sin. Soteriology: A
systematic and historical
study of the doctrine of
salvation is presented.
Special attention is given
to the work of Christ, the
nature and extent of the
atonement, the terms of
salvation, election and
human responsibility, and
the eternal security of the
believer.
THEO 960 -
Ecclesiology (3)
Ecclesiology:
An analysis of the New
Testament doctrine of the
church as to its nature,
purpose, and destiny.
Emphasis is placed on church
government, the officers,
spiritual gifts, the
meetings of the church,
gender roles within the
church, church finances,
discipline in the church,
ministries of the local
church, and the ordinances
of the church.
THEO 971 -
Dispensationalism &
Eschatology (3)
Dispensationalism:
An introduction to and
exposition of the
dispensational system of
Bible interpretation will be
made. Contrasts will be
drawn with Covenant Theology
and Ultradispensationalism.
Special attention will be
given to current refinements
of the system among
progressive
dispensationalist.
Eschatology: An analysis of
the biblical teaching
concerning last things,
including a discussion of
the coming of Christ from a
premillennial perspective.
The students will be given a
comprehensive outline of the
future events of God’s
prophetic program. The
major millennial views will
be presented along with
various views relating to
the Rapture. Attention will
be given to the
unconditional covenants of
the Old Testament.
