BIST 441: Biblical Foundations of Marriage

BIST 441: Biblical Foundations of Marriage An intense biblical analysis and critique of current views and trends regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Special care must be taken to identify biblical connections to present culture. 1 credit Independent study...

BIST 432: Letter to the Hebrews

BIST 432: Letter to the Hebrews A study of the Hebrew letter. The course focuses on the superiority of Christ and the New Covenant over that of Moses, Aaron, Joshua, and the Old Covenant. Emphasis is placed upon the continuity rather than discontinuity of the Old and...

BIST 428: Prison Epistles

BIST 428: Prison Epistles A study of Paul’s epistles to the Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and to Philemon. Emphasis is placed on the historical background, content, and interpretation of these epistles. 3 credits

BIST 422: General Epistles

BIST 422: General Epistles An intensive study of the epistles of James, Peter, John, and Jude. Background material is given for each book, with major emphasis on the practical admonitions for holy living. 3 credits

BIST 340: Romans and Galatians

BIST 340: Romans and Galatians An intensive study of Paul’s letter to the Romans and Galatians. Special attention is given to Paul’s theology in Romans which reflects the cardinal doctrines of the New Testament as well as Christian ethics. The relationship of law to...

BIST 329: Corinthian Epistles

BIST 329: Corinthian Epistles A study of I & II Corinthians focuses on the historical background, content, and interpretation of these epistles. Major issues such as speaking in tongues and requirements relative to hair are discussed at length....

BIST 328: Pastoral Epistles & Thessalonians

BIST 328: Pastoral Epistles & Thessalonians A study of Paul’s early letters to the Thessalonians and his letters to Timothy and Titus. Emphasis is given to their practical instruction for Christian living and pastoral ministry. 3 credits

BIST 270: Bible Study Methods

BIST 270: Bible Study Methods Bible Study Methods teaches students the general principles for interpreting the Bible and guides them in making application of those principles in personal Bible Study. Students will be equipped to teach other Christians how to study the...

BIST 226: Acts

BIST 226: Acts A thematic, exegetical, and historical investigation of the contents of the New Testament book of Acts. 3 credits

BIST 218: Life of Christ

BIST 218: Life of Christ An exegetical and historical study of the life and sayings of Christ. Emphasis is placed on the important people, places, and events in the Gospels as they relate to the life and the ministry of Jesus. 3 credits