The Bachelor of Arts in Ministerial Studies is a program focused on preparing
students for pulpit ministry. The Christian Studies component emphasizes
theology and sermon preparation and includes a broader foundation of ministry courses.
The objectives of the Bachelor of Arts in Ministerial Studies are:
To prepare students to effectively serve in a chosen field of ministry.
To help students gain insight in human nature and needs.
To enable students to understand essential Christian theology and
basic systems of doctrine.
To provide a basic knowledge of general education with a Christian
world view that can be used in all areas of life.
To provide students with a practical Biblical foundation for Christian
living.
SPECIFIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Bible Core
30 hours
Old Testament Survey
3
New Testament Survey
3
Gospels
3
Acts
3
Pentateuch
3
Romans
3
Wisdom Literature
3
Foundations of Faith
3
Bible Electives
6
General Studies
42 hours
History of Civilization
6
General Psychology
3
English Composition
3
Rhetoric and Research
3
Introduction to Literature
3
Philosophical Studies
3
Science
3
Math
3
Fine Arts
3
Electives
12
Christian Studies
27 hours
Systematic Theology
3
Pastoral Ministries
3
Intro to Homiletics
3
Hermeneutics/Expository Preaching
3
Church History
3
Introduction to Counseling
3
Theology of Holiness
3
Perspectives on World Evangelism
3
Principles of Administration
3
Selected Minor
18 hours
*See available choices below
General Electives
23 hours
Total
140 hours
Christian Ed. Field Service (7 units)
Options for the Minor Component
Within the General Christian Studies Degree, which has a major emphasis
in Bible, is the selection of a minor emphasis which the student feels
will be directly applicable to his/her own area of calling. With this
need in mind, several minors have been offered. The student may select
from Pastoral Ministries, Christian Counseling, Missions, Christian Education,
Ministerial Studies, and Biblical Literature.
Pastoral Ministries:
This selection includes such courses as Hermeneutics; Homiletics; Pastoral
Ministries; Evangelism and Church Growth; and an elective of Pastoral
Counseling; Human Relations, etc.
The objectives for this minor are:
To enable a student to analyze a passage of Scripture from an exegetical
viewpoint and organize the truth so it may be presented in a sermon
with clarity of thought.
To acquaint the student with the various philosophies encountered i nministry and to give direction in shepherding of the flock.
To acquaint the student with the role of evangelism and to equip the student to do the work of an evangelist, present the Gospel to individuals
and groups, and develop outreach programs, both national and international,
for the local church.
To help the student demonstrate the basic principles, methods and
skills needed for a vibrant, healthy, and prosperous church community.
Christian Counseling:
This selection includes such courses as Human Relations; Marriage and
Family Counseling; Crisis Intervention; Pastoral Counseling; and other
electives.
The objectives for this minor are:
To acquaint the student with basic counseling techniques that will
assist him in nurturing emotional well-being in the lives of his parishioners.
To prepare the student for handling loss and crises situations in
the lives of his people.
To give the student tools for giving Biblical guidance and counsel
to those under his care.
To aid the student in developing his/her ability to integrate the
core concepts of psychology and counseling with the basic teachings
of the Bible.
Missions:
This selection includes such courses as Introduction to Missions; Church
Planting; Cross-Cultural Communication; World Religions; and
electives.
The objectives of this minor are:
To emphasize the Biblical command of going into all the world to preach
the Gospel.
To acquaint the student with the historical mandate of missions and
efforts that have been made in earlier times and with earlier methods.
To acquaint the student with various kinds of missionary services,
methods, and strategies that are needed to “disciple all nations.”
To provide a right concept of the missionary’s role in relation
to the national church, the local government, the mission board and
the home church.
Christian Education:
This selection includes such courses as Principles of Education; Educational
Psychology; Education in the Church; Christian Educational Leadership;
Philosophy of Christian Education; and electives.
The objectives of this minor are:
To help the student understand the learning needs of various age groups
and their levels of potential learning.
To provide the student with a Christian philosophy of instruction
and purpose both in the classroom and in the church.
To acquaint the student with various teaching methods and skills that
are effective in the learning process.
To instill within the student a framework of professional attitudes
and motivational techniques that are necessary for performing the role
of teacher
Ministerial Studies:
This selection includes such courses as Hermeneutics; Homiletics; Christian Theology I & II; Apologetics; and electives.
The objectives of this minor are:
To enable the student to analyze a passage of Scripture from an exegetical
viewpoint and organize the truth so it may be presented in a sermon
with clarity of thought.
To prepare the student in understanding theological concepts so that
he may present apologetic and doctrinal defenses of his faith.
To equip the student with tools for effective community ministry available
through the local church and its denominational affiliations.
To engender responsible attitudes in the treatment of the Scriptures
as well as in their application to the people under his charge.
Biblical Literature:
This selection includes such courses as Methods in Bible Study; Bible Content Courses such as Genesis;
Old Testament Historical Books; Daniel and Revelation; Major Prophets;
Minor Prophets, and others.
The objectives of this minor are:
To build on the required Bible core and provide the student with an
overview of the entire scope of the books of the Bible.
To equip the student with a proper means of interpretation and exegetical
reading of the Scriptures.
To cultivate an attitude of respect for Biblical accuracy and authority.
To acquaint the student with the historical journey of the Scriptures
from their original writings to our contemporary society.
