课程
The AA in Biblical Studies offers a practice-oriented education for persons interested in developing their understanding of the Bible. The coursework consists of mainly introductory-level 课程 in biblical studies, 神学, and ministry (36 credit hours) combined with a general coursework component (24 credit hours).
研究生s of the program will be well-equipped not only for ministry inside and outside of the church, but they will be prepared to further their studies at the bachelor’s level and potentially at the graduate level. 这将是一个完全在线的学位完成课程.
The AA in Biblical Studies offers a practice-oriented education for persons interested in developing their understanding of the Bible.The 课程 below represent the 36 credits earned in the Biblical Studies degree, 但是获得副学士学位需要60个学分. 因此, 除了完成圣经研究课程, 24 additional credits are needed to graduate with the Biblical Studies associate's degree. These "additional" credits can come from a variety of sources, 与之前获得的大学学分一样(C-或以上), 罗伯茨的课程, 生活和工作经验的信用, prior learning assessments like Life Learning Papers (LLPs), DSST / CLEP考试, 军事记录, 以及其他认可的培训. Each applicant will receive a thorough transfer credit evaluation (TCE) with a personalized and detailed plan for graduation. This program allows students to transfer credits into the program or start with zero credits.
课程
圣经1000 -圣经之旅
This course empowers students to deeply explore challenging biblical passages within the narrative of the Old and New Testaments. Focus is given to learning to tell and apply the various stories in Scripture in ways that are faithful to their canonical context.
圣经1500 -圣经研究工作坊
This hands-on course introduces a variety of skills for biblical interpretation, 包括基础文学, 历史, 语言工具.
分钟1010 -神的使命
This course introduces the practical aspects of engaging 神’s mission to the world within the theological constructs of the Bible and church history. Students are taught to critically and constructively reflect upon mission practices in a variety of contexts and apply the lessons gained to their own setting.
2011分钟-圣经领导
这门课程是关于领导力的圣经神学研究. Topics covered include decisions and difficulties in leadership, 个性与领导风格的关系, 以及领导和服务之间的紧张关系.
THEO 2700 -圣经神学和精神形成
This course introduces students to some of the main Christian ideas about the nature of faith, 神, 耶稣, 和创建. Students will explore these ideas in their ancient and modern contexts while developing their ability to think theologically. 在这个实践课程中, students will learn and practice a variety of spiritual disciplines and learn to understand such practices within the faithful framework of a robust biblical-theological understanding of 神.
THEO 2701 -圣经的恩典和救赎
This course introduces students to the saving work of 耶稣 Christ. 这门课程的重点是耶稣基督, 赎罪的教义, 圣灵, 救赎的教义, and the outworking of salvation in the church and through an eschatological perspective. Students will explore these ideas in their ancient and modern contexts while developing their ability to think theologically.
THEO 2800 -创造的圣经神学
This course explores the biblical understanding of creation with an emphasis upon practical applications for creation-care today.
THEO 2900 -圣经伦理
在本课程中, students study biblical-theological systems of ethical decision-making and apply what they learn to the analysis of ethical and social issues in contemporary society, 包括堕胎, 反歧视行动, 死刑, 克隆, 宪法的自由, 安乐死, 和平主义和正义战争, 极端贫困.
PHIL 2101 -对疑惑的事工
The student learns how to interact effectively with non-believers and with Christians who are experiencing doubts in their faith, 通过研究, discussion and practice (role-play and/or interactions with guests who are experiencing doubts). Students learn how to argue for the reasonability of the Christian faith, 以及美高梅mgm平台如何知道基督是真实的. The foundation for this involves understanding individuals as whole persons with backgrounds, 情绪, 欲望, 和偏见. Students work towards developing and expressing in interactions with others the virtues of intellectual and spiritual humility grounded in love. 这门课涵盖了直接认识的方法, 有神论和基督教的观点, 挑战有神论和基督教信仰, 以及应对这些挑战的资源. It also addresses various approaches to doctrinal issues that parishioners often struggle with.
圣经2060律法:创造和解放
This course is a study of the first five books of the Old Testament. 通过检查选定的段落, 学生探索以色列的起源观, 国家的起源和早期历史, 上帝对以色列和世界的旨意, 还有敬拜的条例. An emphasis is placed on the examination of the various forms of literature that are represented in the Pentateuch, especially in respect to their role in forming and communicating the central themes and concepts in the Pentateuch.
圣经2010符类福音
This is a study of the life of 耶稣 based on the three Synoptic Gospels. Specific consideration will be given to the relationship between 耶稣' teaching and action and His identity and purpose. Textual issues regarding the similarity and complementarity in the gospel accounts will be explored. The relationship between the Synoptics and the Gospel of John will receive minor consideration. 先决条件:《美高梅mgm平台》1010 and 1020 or permission of the instructor. (提供隔年)
圣经3040保罗书信:万民的使徒
研究使徒给外邦人的书信, 这门课将在语境中探讨保罗的思想. Special attention will be given to recurring issues and theological themes in Paul's writing. 先决条件:《美高梅mgm平台》1010, 1020 and one 2000-level New Testament BIB course or permission of the instructor. (提供隔年)
圣经3010先知和政治
This course examines selected passages from the prophets of Israel. It will display their unique styles and forms of these passages, 他们的神学重点, 以及他们对历史危机的反应. 先决条件:《美高梅mgm平台》1010 and 1020 or permission of instructor. (提供隔年)