Bible and Theology
Overview
The B.A. Min. degree with a Bible and Theology major is the primary degree offered to persons who desire a program in preparation for graduate work in a related content area or to support ministry in fields or organizations supportive of the mission of the church and the redemptive work of God in this world. This program provides extensive training in the exegetical study of Christian Scripture and the theological content flowing from scriptural sources. Students completing this program will have an advanced understanding of biblical literature, will possess strong exegetical skills, and will apply theological understandings to contemporary ministry and social issues. Persons may fulfill education requirements for ordination as elder in the Church of the Nazarene by taking additional courses as listed at the end of this section.
Objectives
Completion of this program should enable the student to:
- Identify the intended message of biblical passages.
- Demonstrate exegetical skill in the interpretation of biblical texts.
- Relate the message of the biblical text to a contemporary audience.
Program Requirements (Traditional Structure)
General Education Core Requirements
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|
| | 45 hours |
| English Language/Communication | 6 |
| (composition course with research component required) | |
| Social Sciences | 6 |
| Humanities | 3 |
| Science | 3 |
| Math | 3 |
| History | 3 |
| GEN-1003 | Lifelong Learning Skills | 3 |
| THE-1023 | Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| THE-3013 | Introduction to Christian Thought | 3 |
| General Studies Electives | 12 |
Bible and Theology Core Requirements
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|
| BIB-1013 | Introduction to the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIB-1023 | Introduction to the New Testament | 3 |
| BIB-2003 | Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| BIB-2013 | Pentateuch | 3 |
| BIB-2033 | New Testament Gospels | 3 |
| BIB-3013 | Hebrew Prophets or | 3 |
| BIB-3023 Poetic and Wisdom Literature or | |
| BIB-3123 O.T. Historical Books | |
| BIB-3053 | Pauline Epistles or | 3 |
| BIB 3063 Book of Acts | |
| THE-3023 | Systematic Theology I | 3 |
| THE-3033 | Systematic Theology II | 3 |
| THE-4043 | Doctrine of Holiness | 3 |
Courses Specific to the Bible and Theology Major
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|
| | 47 hours |
| Electives or Minor Courses | 28 hours |
| Bible and Theology Core Courses | 30 |
| BIB-3013 | Hebrew Prophets or | 3 |
| BIB-3023 Poetic and Wisdom Literature or | |
| BIB-3123 O.T. Historical Books | |
| BIB-3053 | Pauline Epistles or | 3 |
| BIB-3063 Book of Acts | |
| BIB/THE | Bible (BIB) or Theology (THE) course not otherwise required | 3 |
| OTR-2013 | Global Evangelism | 3 |
| PAS-4092 | Senior Ministry Integration | 2 |
| SPE-3003 | Oral Interpretation | 3 |
120 hours total required for graduation
Ordination Education Requirements
Persons may fulfill education requirements for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene as elder by completing the following courses in addition to the major in Bible and Theology.
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|
| | 24 hours |
| CEM-2133 | Leadership of Christian Educational Ministries | 3 |
| OTR-4013 | Developing a Missional Church | 3 |
| PAS-2013 | The Practice of Christian Ministry | 3 |
| PAS-2023 | History and Polity of the Church of the Nazarene | 3 |
| PAS-3023 | Pastoral Care and Counseling | 3 |
| PAS-3033 | Christian Preaching I | 3 |
| PAS-3043 | Christian Preaching II | 3 |
| PAS-4023 | Church Administration and Finance | 3 |