Graduate
Courses
Biblical
Studies: Old Testament Studies
- OTS
501 Old Testament Survey: An overview and general study
of all the books of the Old Testament.
Questions of authorship, audience, themes and outlines
are developed with emphasis on how each book is integrated
as a whole.
- OTS
510 Pentateuch: An integrated survey of the geographical,
cultural, and historical backgrounds, of each book of the
Pentateuch. Significant
issues of the Pentateuch are covered including evolution,
higher criticism and the laws of Israel’s theocracy with
regard to their content, meaning and applicability for today.
- OTS
511 Genesis: An in-depth study of the book of Genesis
covering topics as the Creation, the Flood, origins of Man,
Sin, the Earth, Seasons, races of Man, World Religions,
promises of the Messiah, and much more.
- OTS
620 Historical Books: The study of the Old Testament
books from Joshua to Ester, which deals with the nation
of Israel in its rise, disruption, fall, captivity and
restoration. This course demonstrates how the Bible's historical
books make up the "narrative backbone" of the
Old Testament. This course also examines the books' historic
setting, literary artistry, role within the larger body
of Scripture, and theological impact.
- OTS
730 Poetic Books: Selected portions of Job, Psalms,
Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon are studied
with respect to divine inspiration and practical teaching.
- OTS
731 Psalms: Though the Psalms are perhaps
the most familiar portion of the Hebrew Bible, they are
also among the most difficult to interpret. This course
will guide the student in their interpretation and application
of the Psalms. In this course we will explore the nature,
structure, and authorship of the Psalter. We will examine
the use of Psalms in worship, show how psalmists used historical
reflection to serve their theological purposes, and examine
the different types of psalms.
- OTS
732 Job: This course is a thorough study
of the book of Job using both an academic and
personal-devotional style
approach. Theological issues are raised such
as the problem of suffering and the sovereignty
of God are discussed and
evaluated. An in depth introspective aspect
of the study will complement your devotional
life, while adding depth
and to your ministry.
- OTS
733 The Life of David: This
course will follow the life of David from the time
he was anointed by Samuel until his death. Attention
will be given to the major developments of his life
and how God providentially trained, protected and provided
for him. David had seasons of great faith and seasons
of disturbing doubt. He had moments of courage and
moments of cowardice. He enjoyed great victories and
suffered humiliating defeats. There is much we can
learn from his journey. He was the greatest leader
Israel has ever known. What qualities did he possess
that made him an incredible leader?
- OTS
810 The Prophets:
An intensive historical, doctrinal, and critical study
of the international relations in the days of the
prophets
as well as the religious, spiritual, and
civic decline of Judah during that time.
Special emphasis is placed on the
Messianic and Millennial prophecies.
- OTS
811 Isaiah: The Message of the prophet is studied with
emphasis on the Messianic vision, how it affected his generation
and how it shaped the expectations of the generations, which
followed. Literary
and authorship questions will be addressed.
- OTS
814 Daniel & Revelation: An exegetical study of
Daniel and Revelation drawing parallels with how the Church
of Christ is shown in the light of prophetic truth.
- OTS
890 Specialized Bible Study: A custom made course of
study available for students who would like to study a book
of the Old Testament that is not currently offered.
A special syllabus will be created by a faculty advisor
with a timetable and projects to fulfill the 3 credit hour
requirement.
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