Bible Theology and Ministry
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The Bible, Theology, and Ministry concentration is designed for those who desire both advanced grounding in biblical and theological studies and a strong ministry foundation. Students develop an integrated understanding of the biblical narrative, biblical interpretations, Christian theology, and church history. They also develop a ministry philosophy, learn critical ministry skills, and deepen their engagement with personal spiritual formation.
BIBLE, THEOLOGY, AND MINISTRY (18)
Biblical Studies (4)
BITH 566 Foundations for Biblical Interpretation (counts as TSR requirement) (4)
Theological Studies (4) choose one 4 credit hour course or two 2 credit hour
BITH 638 OT Theology (4)
BITH 648 NT Theology (4)
BITH 565 Christian Theology (4)
BITH 567 Theology of the Church (2)
BITH 561 Theological Anthropology (2)
BITH 558 Theology of Luther, Barth, Augustine, Aquinas, etc. (2-4)
Christian History (4) choose one 4 credit hour course or two 2 credit hour
BITH 576 History of Christianity to 1900 (4)
BITH 581 The Reformation (4)
BITH 653 Historical Theology: Ancient (2)
BITH 654 Historical Theology: Medieval (2)
BITH 571 Introduction to the History of Christianity (2)
Electives (4)
BITH or CFM course(s) (2-4)
CFM 692 Bible, Theology, and Ministry Final Project (2)