BI 220 - Poetical Books
-Principles for approaching Hebrew poetry, a grasp of the contents and message of the book of Psalms through exegetical analysis of selected passages, and an appreciation for musical and devotional values.
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BI 230 - Major Prophets
-An expository analysis and survey of the major prophetic books of the Old Testament. The course notes the function of these prophets in history as well as their Messianic, eschatological, and practical teachings.
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BI 232 - Isaiah
-Important passages in their contexts and historical background. Stresses exegetical method and interpretation of Messianic prophecies, the millennial kingdom, Israel and relationship to the gospel with attention to authorship and unity.
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BI 234 - The Writings of Jeremiah
-Course based on the historical exegesis of selected passages of Jeremiah and Lamentations. The relationship between the Old and New Covenants, the themes of God's just love, the diaspora and the remnant with their application today will be discussed.
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BI 236 - Ezekiel
-A grammatical-historical exegesis and exposition of selected passages in this highly figurative and eschatologically important Old Testament prophet.
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BI 238 - Daniel
-Study of the historical and prophetic significance of this important eschatological book. With exegesis and exposition of selected passages including the ministry of Daniel in captivity with practical application and the telescoping outline of prophetic events of chaps. 7-12.
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BI 240 - Minor Prophets
-An expository analysis of the final twelve prophetic books of the Old Testament. The course notes the function of these prophets in history as well as their messianic, eschatological, and practical teachings.
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BI 250 - The Return of the Remnant
-A study of the Biblical theology of the return of the remnant, (i.e.) Those faithful few would survive the onslaughts of the Assyrian army, illustrated by the remarkable deliverance of the Jewish people in Jerusalem from the siege of the city by the Assyrians. The study will examine subject text found in Amos, Hosea, Micah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Zechariah. The faithfulness of God and his promise will be the theme.
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BI 251 - Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther
-Survey of the post-exilic historical books. Contents of Ezra and Nehemiah, with highlights of Esther, and major events of the inter-testamental period.
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BI 260 - Wisdom Literature
-Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. A survey of the background, authorship, and major themes of these books.
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BI 262 - Job: Trial, Triumph & the Sovereignty of God
-"Why Bad Things Happen To Good People" and other themes are explored in this immensely practical and often misunderstood of the oldest written books of the Bible. Emphasis on the theological and creation truths expounded.
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BI 264 - Lessons for Life Learned the Hard Way
-Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, exploring the profound interrelationship between these two books and the practical application of the themes and issues developed.
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BI 266 - Song of Solomon
-A typological-historical study of the Song of Solomon, with particular interest paid to the figures and their Christological implications while adhering to its true historical context.
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BI 301 - The Gospel of Matthew
-The student will study the content, context, style, date, places and audience of the Gospel of Matthew. Authorship will be studied with the focus on Christ as the King and those of His Kingdom. Attention will be given to the sermon on the mount and its application for life today. Each student will select a topic from the Gospel of Matthew for an in-depth research project for the semester.
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