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Course Description

BHCTI 5000 Gateway

An introduction and orientation to B.H. Carroll Theological Institute's distinctive competency-based curriculum with its core ingredients. The scope of the course will deal with the nexus and teaching church concepts, accession of all online data, navigation through the online library, and guidance to research and writing. Two Units

Diploma in Christian Ministry —Certificate in Scripture & Witness

SWBLI 2111 Old Testament I

An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. Pentateuch, Joshua, and Judges. Two Units.

SWBLI 2112 Old Testament II

An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. The historical books from Ruth through Esther, and the Wisdom Literature from Job through the Song of Solomon. Two Units.

SWBLI 2113 Old Testament III

An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. The prophetic books from Isaiah through Malachi. Two Units.

SWBLI 2211 New Testament I

An introduction to the Gospels in the first half of the New Testament canon. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. Two Units.

SWBLI 2212 New Testament II

An introduction to Acts and the Pauline Letters. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. Two Units.

SWBLI 2213 New Testament III

An introduction to the General Letters and Revelation. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. Two Units.

SWBIT 2111 Biblical Interpretation

An introduction to the nature of the Bible; the definition of and need for hermeneutics; a survey of historical and contemporary hermeneutical approaches; the principles of a grammatical-historical-theological-practical approach; and case studies of biblical passages that illustrate the principles. Two Units.

SWBIT 2211 Biblical Backgrounds

A study of the geography, history, and archaeology of the biblical world intended to provide a cultural and chronological framework for further study of both the Old and New Testaments. Two Units.

SWBPR 2111 Biblical Preaching I

A study of the principles of sermon construction: the interpretation of text, the formulation of idea, the definition of objective, the development of material, the arrangement of structure, the improvement of style, and the preaching of the sermon. Two Units.

SWBPR 2112 Biblical Preaching II

A study of the delivery of the sermon. The delivery and content of sermons by individual students will be analyzed and evaluated. This will be done by a jury board selected from members of the student’s church congregation. The evaluation will take place as the student preaches during actual worship services. Two Units.

Diploma in Christian Ministry —Certificate in Faith & Heritage

FHCHS 2111 Christian Heritage I

A general survey of the history of Christianity; the New Testament period. Two Units.

FHCHS 2112 Christian Heritage II

A general survey of the history of Christianity; the Reformation. Two Units.

FHCHS 2113 Christian Heritage III

A general survey of the history of Christianity; the early modern era to the present. Two Units.

FHCHS 2211 Baptist Heritage

A basic survey of Baptist history and denominational life in Britain , Europe, and North America with attention focused on the developments relevant for Southern Baptists. Two Units.

FHBTH 2111 Christian Theology I

The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology; the doctrines of revelation and the Bible, God, creation and providence, man and sin. Two Units.

FHBTH 2112 Christian Theology II

The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology; the person of Jesus Christ, the work of Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Two Units.

FHBTH 2113 Christian Theology III

The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology; the Christian life, the church, and the consummation. Two Units.

FHETH 2111 Christian Ethics

This course explores the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of Christian ethics. It also equips the student to apply these foundational elements in decision making on current issues such as substance abuse, family, race, biomedical ethics, economics, and politics. Two Units.

FHPHI 2111 Philosophy of Religion

An introductory study of contemporary worldviews and philosophical issues relevant to Christian ministry (e.g. religious pluralism, the problem of evil, the relationship between faith and reason). Two Units.

FHPHI 2211 Apologetics

A study of various approaches to a defense of Christianity. Emphasis will be placed upon developing an apologetic method appropriate to the cultural context in which the student ministers. Two Units.

Diploma in Christian Ministry —Certificate in Ministry & Worship

MFFND 2111 The Teaching Church

A study of the biblical and theological basis for the teaching ministry of the church. Emphasis will be given to the purposes of education in New Testament churches and principles related to application. Two Units.

MFADM 2111 The Functioning Church

A study of the biblical and theological basis for the administration ministry of the church. Focus will be given to the biblical principles of enlisting, training, and supervising leaders for church ministries. Two Units.

MFLDS 2111 Leadership in Ministry

A study of the principles and practices of leadership for Christian ministry. It includes reflections on the role and ministry of leaders within church, community, and denomination. Two Units.

MFLDS 2211 Pastoral Leadership

An analysis of emerging issues in current Christian leadership. Models of current leadership theory and practice will be examined and suggestions made for integrating leadership models and Christian faith. Two Units

WMWOR 2111 Christian Worship

An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian worship. Emphasis will be given to the nature, purpose, forms, planning, and leading of corporate worship. Two Units.

WMWOR 2211 Christian Disciplines

An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian disciplines. Students will be encouraged to enrich their own spiritual lives and to mentor others in the disciplines of the Christian life. Two Units.

WMEVA 2111 Christian Witness

An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian witness. Emphasis will be given to developing creative methods to share Christ and transform the church and surrounding community. Two Units.

WMMIS 2111 Missiology I

An introductory study that seeks to stimulate concern about, commitment to, and involvement in the Christian World Mission. The study considers a definition and explanation of the study of missions, the biblical and theological foundations of the mission, and the history of the expansion of the Faith from the New Testament times to the present. Two Units.