Certificate in Bible
The Certificate in Bible program is designed to increase an individual’s knowledge and understanding of the Bible and Christian theology.
Core Curriculum:
This 28 hour certificate will allow an individual to take courses online as a distance education student and complete the 28 hour certificate in 14 months. Each course will be offered in an intensive eight week format. In order to complete the certificate in 14 months a student would need to take two courses per session. Each course is 2 semester hours in length.
Required Courses:
CBTH 1215 Old Testament 1 – Genesis through Leviticus
This course is divided into two parts: an introduction to the Old Testament through a study of the background and theology of the Old Testament followed by a study of the history and theology of Genesis through Leviticus with an emphasis on life application.
CBTH 1226 Old Testament 2 – From the Wilderness to the Kingdom
A study of the background and theology of Israel from the book of Numbers through the days of Samuel with an emphasis on life application, including an overview study of Deuteronomy. (2 hours)
CBTH 2215 Old Testament 3 – The Kingdom of Israel, Part One
A study of the background and theology of the Kingdom of Israel from the beginning of the monarchy with Saul through the fall of the Northern Kingdom with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 2226 Old Testament 4 – The Kingdom of Israel, Part Two
A study of the background and theology of the kingdom of Israel from the fall of the Northern Kingdom through the post-exilic period of Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 3215 Old Testament 5 – The Prophets, Part One
A study of Isaiah and his contemporaries among the Minor Prophets. The study will examine the background and theology of the prophets with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 3226 Old Testament 6 – The Prophets, Part 2
A study of Jeremiah and his contemporaries among the Minor Prophets. The study will examine the background and theology of the prophets with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 4215 Old Testament 7 – The Prophets, Part Three
A study of the Prophets of the exilic and post-exilic periods. The study will examine the background and theology of the prophets with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 4226 Old Testament 8 – The Writings and Wisdom Literature
A study of the background and theology of the books of Job through the Song of Solomon with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 1217 New Testament 1 – New Testament Background and the Gospel of Mark
This course is divided into two parts: a survey of the Inter-testamental period and background of the New Testament followed by a study of the Gospel of Mark. The study of the Gospel of Mark will cover the background, contents, purpose, and interpretation of the gospel with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 1228 New Testament 2 – Matthew and Luke
A study of the gospels of Matthew and Luke dealing with their background, contents, purpose and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 2217 New Testament 3 – The Gospel of John and His Three Epistles
A study of the Gospel and Epistles of John dealing with their background, contents, purpose, and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 2228 New Testament 4 – The Book of Acts
A study of the book of Acts dealing with its background, contents, purpose, ministry endeavors of Paul and the early Christian community, and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 3217 New Testament 5 – Romans and 1-2 Corinthians
A study of Romans and 1-2 Corinthians dealing with an introduction to Pauline theology, their background, content purpose, and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 3228 New Testament 6 – Galatians and 1-2 Thessalonians
A study of Galatians and 1-2 Thessalonians dealing with their background, contents, purpose and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 4217 New Testament 7 – James, 1-2 Peter and Jude
A study of James, 1-2 Peter and Jude dealing with their background, contents, purpose, and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. (2 hours)
CBTH 4228 New Testament 8 – The Books of Hebrews and the Revelation
A study of the book of Hebrews and the Revelation dealing with background, content, purpose and interpretation with an emphasis on life application. Additionally, the study of the book of Revelation will deal with background, type of literature, prophecy and millennial views. (2 hours)
