Description of Courses

(Not all course descriptions are included at this time.)

Acts
This course is designed to study the divine record of the early Church history.  The methods and actions of the early Church are applied to present day Church growth and building.
Two hours credit, one semester

Baptist History & Distinctives I
This course traces the history of the church from its founding by Christ to the present time.  It details what the true “local” New Testament churches believe in both faith and practice.  It gives the distinctives that 
prove the right of an assembly to call itself a true church.  It covers the founding, continuity, history, mission, and scriptural methods of a New Testament church.
Two hours credit, one semester

Baptist History & Distinctives II
This is a continuation of Baptist History & Distinctives I.
Two hours credit, one semester

Bible Doctrines I
A study of biblical teaching pertaining to the basic doctrines of God’s Word. The intent of the course is not only to enable a student to know precisely what we believe as Baptists but also to skillfully back it with God’s Word.
Two hours credit, one semester

Bible Doctrines II
A continuation of the study of Biblical teaching pertaining to the basic doctrines of God’s Word. The intent of the course is not only to enable a student to know precisely what we believe as Baptists but also to skillfully back it with God’s Word.
Two hours credit, one semester

Bible Geography & Customs
This course is designed to make the Bible come alive to the student of the Scriptures. It will help them to visualize and understand more of the surroundings, happenings, ways of life, and customs of Bible stories and characters.
Two hours credit, one semester

Bible Study Methods
This course is intended to be practical teaching on how to study God’s Word, different skills & methods in study, and how to get the most out of God’s Word that it may be applied to daily living, sermon & lesson preparation, & Christian growth.
Two hours credit, one semester

Bus Ministry – Basics
An instructional an practical course on working in the Bus Ministry, covering such aspects as relationships with the other workers and bus children, visitation, the program on the bus, planning promotions, having big days, etc.
Two hours credit, one semester

Children’s Ministries in the Church
An instructional and practical course in working with children of all ages in the many varied ministries of the church. The course will include skills of teaching, discipline principles, and many practical helps.
Two hours credit, one semester

Christian Womanhood I
A personal development course for Christian ladies covering: attitudes and relationships toward others, inner and outer beauty, the “Five Sins of Christian Women”, health and nutrition, propriety, choosing a proper mate, and other vital subjects.
Two hours credit, one semester

Christian Womanhood II
This course is designed to further develop the Christian lady in her personal and spiritual life. This study includes decorating and entertaining on a budget and basic meal preparation. (Each lady will compile a recipe card file and create weekly menu plans.) Further instruction is given regarding relationships, hospitality, and other feminine Christian graces.
Two hours credit, one semester

Church Education
This course will provide an exciting and instructive look into the many varied aspects of church work and to see the heart of the Preacher and the ministry. Current and different aspects of the ministry will be covered each semester. (Men only)
Five hours credit, each semester

Communication in Marriage
A study which defines what actually constitutes true communication and how essential it is in marriage; why husbands and wives have trouble communicating spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and physically; and how to recognize potential danger times in communication. The course also includes communication projects for husbands and wives.
Two hours credit, one semester

English, Noncredit
A noncredit elementary English course. Those students who do not do well on the Freshman English placement test will be required to take this course for no credit before they may take English Grammar & Composition I.
No credit, one semester

English Grammar & Composition I
(Students who do not pass an English placement test will be required to take a basic non credit English course first, before taking this course.) A study of English focusing mainly on grammar, usage, sentence structure, punctuation, and basic writing skills.
Three hours credit, one semester

English Grammar & Composition II
A continued study of English focusing on grammar, usage, sentence structure, punctuation, and basic writing skills. Students will be required to complete a research paper.
Three hours credit, one semester

Galatians
This course will be a defense of the doctrines of justification by faith alone and the eternal security of the believer.
Two hours credit, one semester

General Epistles
This course will be a practical overview of James, I & II Peter, I, II & III John, and Jude. It will provide insight into the overall teaching of the epistles.
Two hours credit, one semester

Gospel of John
An exposition of this book setting forth its truth in practical applications.
Two hours credit, one semester

Hebrews
This will be an expositional study of the book emphasizing the preeminence of Christ and the encouragement of the believer to a life of faith and spiritual maturity.
Two hours credit, one semester

Homemaking I
This class will be a comprehensive study for the adult lady which will include: Bible memorization; crafts; entertaining on a budget; decorating on a budget; nutritious, low cost, meal preparation; and much more!
Two hours credit, one semester

How to Rear Infants
This course is a study of rearing children, age birth through pre¬school. It will include Bible principles on discipline, schedule, character, obedience, developing proper attitudes, developing proper learning skills, age group characteristics, health care, and other areas. It will be of great use to mothers and ladies dealing with infants.
Two hours credit, one semester

Leadership I
This course covers basic scriptural principles of becoming spiritually mature and leading others in the ministry. It is a practical and applicable course that deals with all areas whether it be in the home, on the job, on the bus, or in full time ministry.
Two hours credit, one semester

Leadership II
This course deals with principles of leadership in the ministry in dealing with people. The issues of God given authority, accountability, the relationships of leadership, the responsibility of both following and leading, and other vital issues will be addressed.
Two hours credit, one semester

Life of Christ
A study of the life & ministry of Christ with a practical approach to understanding the harmony of the four Gospels.
Two hours credit, one semester

Minor Prophets
This course will be a study of the books of the Bible from Hosea through Malachi. It will include an analysis of each book, its message, and its prophetic content.
Two hours credit, one semester

New Testament Survey
A survey of each book of the New Testament. Historical background, key verse, theme, outline, and broad overview of each book will be covered.
Three hours credit, one semester

Old Testament Survey
A survey of the Old Testament book by book. The historical back¬ground, key verse, theme, and outline, and broad overview will be covered from each book.
Three hours credit, one semester

Orientation to Teaching
This course will be geared to help anyone who teaches, whether it be Sunday School, Christian School, Home School, Bus Captain, etc. The methods of teaching, organizing subject matter. and developing of skills to become an effective teacher are some of the areas that will be covered.
Two hours credit, one semester

Pastoral Epistles
An introduction and exposition of I and II Timothy and Titus with practical application to those called to pastor and be in full time Christian service.
Two hours credit, one semester

Pentateuch
This course will provide an overview & general knowledge of the books of Moses, creation, fall of man, flood, beginning of the Jewish nation, giving of the law, and wilderness wanderings.
Two hours credit, one semester

Personal Evangelism
A step by step practical teaching on personal soul-winning. This course is designed to teach how to win the lost, get them baptized, disciple them, and have fruit that remains. It will cover soul-win¬ning, follow-up, and discipleship.
Three hours credit, one semester

Philosophy of Church Music
This course looks at the total church music program from a pastor’s heart in the light of scriptural principles. It teaches the “how’s” and “why’s” of having both a proper music program and proper music in an independent, fundamental, Baptist church.
Two hours credit, one semester

Romans & Corinthians
A study of the major doctrines of salvation, sanctification, Christian service, and handling of church problems and discipline in the light of Scripture.
Two hours credit, one semester

Speech
This course is designed to give the basic principles of public speaking, with special emphasis given to pulpit and platform techniques, teaching a class, and working with people within the church.
Two hours credit, one semester

Typing I
This course will teach the mechanics of typing, basic skills, letter and correspondence format, & general typing procedures. This class requires a personal means of typing & several hours of outside work each week. A lab fee will be charged.
Two hours credit, one semester

Typing II
This course is a continuation of Typing I This course will teach the mechanics of typing, basic skills, letter and correspondence format, and general typing procedures. This class requires a personal means of typing and several hours of outside work each week. A lab fee will be charged.
Two hours credit, one semester

Wardrobe Coordination & Grooming
A practical course for ladies covering such things as proper skin and hair care, skin types, make up, practical teaching on acquiring and coordinating a wardrobe, posture, a Godly femininity, a proper countenance, etc.
Two hours credit, one semester

Women Used of God
A comprehensive course devoted to learning from godly women, past and present, who have been greatly used of God. We will look at their characteristics and attributes as well as biographical sketches from each lady’s life, resulting in practical applications and principles to assist Christian ladies in reaching their full potential for God.
Two hours credit, one semester