GOT 501 INTRODUCTION TO HEBREW
An introduction to the basic elements of the Hebrew language (alphabet, grammatical structure, terminology) and to the basic Hebrew tools currently available to assist in understanding literature about Hebrew. The course is not designed to replace a standard Hebrew grammar course and is available for credit only to non-resident students. (2 credit hours)
GOT 511, 512 HEBREW GRAMMAR 1, 2
An introductory course in the Hebrew Old Testament, including the study of word forms, sentence structure and basic vocabulary, with some readings in Judges during the second semester. (3 credit hours each semester)
GOT 603 HEBREW SYNTAX
A study of Hebrew sentence structure and grammar with an introduction to principles of exegesis. Selected passages from the Old Testament are studied. (2 credit hours) Prerequisite: one year of beginning Hebrew or its equivalent.
GOT 604 HEBREW EXEGESIS
Advanced exegesis of the Hebrew text with attention given to mastery of the syntax, vocabulary, interpretive problems, and practical and homiletical uses. (2 credit hours) Prerequisite: Hebrew Syntax
GOT 701 ARAMAIC
An introduction to the Aramaic language and its relationship to the Hebrew alphabet, grammatical structure, terminology, and vocabulary. All Aramaic passages in the Old Testament will be translated. (2 credit hours) Prerequisite: Hebrew Syntax
GNT 501 INTRODUCTION TO GREEK
An introduction to the basic elements of the Greek language (alphabet, grammatical structure, terminology) and to the basic Greek tools currently available to assist in understanding literature about Greek. The course is not designed to replace a standard Greek grammar course and is available for credit only to non-resident students. (2 credit hours)
GNT 507, 508 GREEK SYNTAX 1, 2
A study of Koine Greek sentence structure and grammar with an introduction to principles of exegesis. Selected passages from the New Testament are studied. (2 credit hours each semester) Prerequisite: one year of beginning Greek or its equivalent.
GNT 511 ADVANCED GREEK GRAMMAR AND EXEGESIS
A careful and thorough advanced study of Greek grammar with an emphasis on the principles and practice of exegesis. Selected New Testament passages are translated and analyzed. Diagrammatical analysis and vocabulary study are also emphasized. (2 credit hours) Prerequisite: Greek Syntax 1 and 2
GBS 510 INTRODUCTION TO THE OLD AND NEW TESTAMENTS
A study of the authorship, date, canonicity, and background of each book of the Bible, upholding conservative positions in areas of textual and literary criticism. (3 credit hours)
GOT 514 BIBLICAL THEOLOGY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT
A study of the progressive development of special revelation in the Old Testament period, with an emphasis on the form and content of that revelation. (2 credit hours)
GOT 521 OLD TESTAMENT BACKGROUNDS
A study of the history and literature of the time from Moses to Malachi, with an emphasis on the social and political influences which affected the Jewish and Mid-East worlds and on other background information necessary for a complete understanding of the Old Testament. (2 credit hours)
GOT 525 HOLY LAND STUDIES: Maranatha sponsors a tour of the Holy Land to acquaint the student with the actual geography of Israel. Advanced reading and post-trip writing add to the onsite lectures and the experience of being in Israel. (2 credit hours)
GOT 528 EXPOSITION OF PENTATEUCH
A survey of the content of the Pentateuch with an emphasis on the historical/cultural setting and its interpretational problems. The course will also introduce the student to the narrative genre and its interpretive requirements. (3 credit hours)
GOT 530 EXPOSITION OF ISAIAH
A detailed study of the book of Isaiah, with special attention given to the Messianic sections. (2 credit hours)
GOT 535 EXPOSITION OF THE MINOR PROPHETS
A study of the structure and content of the Minor Prophets, with an emphasis on the prophetic themes of each book. The course will also introduce the student to the prophetic genre and its interpretive requirements. (2 credit hours)
GOT 540 EXPOSITION OF JOB
A study of the structure and contents of the book of Job, with an emphasis on the issues of revelation and faith in the patriarchal period. (2 credit hours)
GOT 556 EXPOSITION OF JEREMIAH AND EZEKIEL
An analytical and expository study of Jeremiah and Ezekiel, with special attention given to their historical settings and major themes in the books. (3 credit hours)
GOT 711 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF 1 & 2 SAMUEL
An exegetical and biographical study of the books of Samuel, emphasizing the positive and the negative values of the characters involved. This course also includes instruction in the interpretation and preaching of Bible biography. (3 credit hours)
GOT 712 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF POETRY
A study of the structure of the various types of Hebrew poetry, the contents of representative poetic sections of the Old Testament, and the impact of Hebrew poetry in the life of the believer today. (3 credit hours)
GOT 720 MESSIANIC PROPHECY
An examination of the Messianic prophecies in light of the chronology of God’s progressive revelation. This course includes the exegesis of key Old Testament passages and the examination of the New Testament fulfillment of these prophecies. (3 credit hours)
GOT 780 OLD TESTAMENT SEMINAR
Old Testament topics of practical and theological significance are examined and investigated. Students are encouraged to select topics of interest to them for inclusion in this course. (3 credit hours)
GOT 790 OLD TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION
An examination of the history of Old Testament criticism with special attention given to the authorship, date, and genuineness of each Old Testament book. This course is designed for the student planning to pursue doctoral education. (3 credit hours)
GNT 515 BIBLICAL THEOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT
A study of the progressive development of special revelation in the New Testament period, with an emphasis on the form and content of that revelation. (2 credit hours)
GNT 520 NEW TESTAMENT BACKGROUNDS
A study of the history and literature of the time from Malachi to the birth of Christ, with an emphasis on the social and political influences which affected the Roman and Jewish worlds and on other background information necessary for a complete understanding of the New Testament. (2 credit hours)
GNT 529 EXPOSITION OF THE GOSPELS
A biblical and theological study of the Gospels, emphasizing the themes, structures, and contents of these books, with a special emphasis on one of the Gospels. (3 credit hours)
GNT 530 EXPOSITION OF THE PASTORAL EPISTLES
An expository and exegetical study of Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus, with special attention given to the instructions Paul gave for the pastoral ministry. (2 credit hours)
GNT 556 REVELATION
An exposition of Revelation. Attention is given both to matters of special introduction and to an analysis of the book. (2 credit hours)
GNT 632 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF THE GENERAL EPISTLES
Advanced exegesis of the Greek text of the General Epistles with attention given to mastery of the syntax, vocabulary, interpretive problems, and practical and homiletical value of each book. (3 credit hours)
GNT 642 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF PAUL’S EPISTLES
Advanced exegesis of the Greek text of Paul’s Epistles with attention given to mastery of the syntax, vocabulary, interpretive problems, and practical and homiletical value of each book. (3 credit hours)
GNT 737 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF ROMANS
A exegetical study of Romans, concentrating on both the background, interpretation, and theology of this important New Testament book. (3 credit hours)
GNT 742 EXEGESIS AND EXPOSITION OF PRISON EPISTLES
An exegetical study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon, with emphasis on doctrinal themes together with application to Christian living. (3 credit hours)
GNT 780 NEW TESTAMENT SEMINAR
New Testament topics of practical and theological significance are examined and investigated. Students are encouraged to select topics of interest to them for inclusion in this course. (3 credit hours)
GST 501 INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGICAL RESEARCH
An introduction to theological research and writing. This required course is foundational to the student’s success in the Seminary. (0 credit hours)
GST 520 DISPENSATIONALISM AND DISPENSATIONAL HERMENEUTICS
A study of the dispensations and covenants, the relationship between law and grace, and dispensationalism as a hermeneutical method. The course includes a study of the history, theory, and practical use of grammatical-historical interpretation. (3 credit hours)
GST 530 APOLOGETICS AND WORLDVIEWS
A study of the defense and validity of the Christian theistic world view, including its biblical base, and an evaluation of and appropriate responses to major arguments set forth by opponents to Christianity. (2 credit hours)
GST 510 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY PROLEGOMENA
An introduction to the discipline of Systematic Theology. (1 credit hour)
GST 611 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 1
A systematic study of the doctrines of Bibliology and Theology Proper in the Old and New Testaments. (2 credit hours)
GST 612 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 2
A systematic study of the doctrine of Christology and Pneumatology in the Old and New Testaments. (3 credit hours)
GST 613 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 3
A systematic study of the doctrines of Anthropology, Hamartiology and Soteriology in the Old and New Testaments. (3 credit hours)
GST 614 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 4
A systematic study of the doctrines of Eschatology, Angelology and Ecclesiology in the Old and New Testaments. (3 credit hours)
GST 600 THEOLOGICAL SYSTEMS
An analysis of the various theological systems in America, beginning with early Puritanism and continuing through to the current era, with a special emphasis on current theological trends. (2 credit hours)
GST 620 CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGY
An analysis of various current issues in theology with an emphasis on those theological trends which most affect Fundamentalism and Evangelicalism. (2 credit hours)
GST 710 THEOLOGY OF THE KINGDOM
A biblical theology of the kingdom, with special emphasis on the role which kingdom theology plays in Progressive Dispensationalism and in more traditional dispensational thought. (2 credit hours)
GST 720 REFORMATION THEOLOGY
A study of the theological positions of the major segments of the Reformation, with an emphasis on the Anabaptists, along with an examination of their arguments and antagonists. (2 credit hours)
GST 721 HISTORY OF BAPTIST THEOLOGY
A study of the origin, theological development, historical traditions—including the Anabaptist, English, and American Baptists—as the setting for an outline of the historical basis for the Baptist distinctives and other major contributions to theology, followed by an outline of major Baptist theologians, as well as various traditional theological statements. (2 credit hours)
GST 780 GRADUATE SEMINAR IN THEOLOGY
Current theological topics are examined and investigated. Students are encouraged to select topics of interest to them for inclusion in this course. (2 credit hours)
GHI 515 AMERICAN FUNDAMENTALISM AND EVANGELICALISM
A study of the history of fundamentalism, with special attention given to its reactions to modernism, neo-orthodoxy, and new evangelicalism. The course is designed to give the student a base for examining new movements in the light of scriptural truth. (2 credit hours)
GHI 548 HISTORY OF BAPTIST MISSIONS
A survey of the history of the geographical expansion of Christianity. The course will focus on the last two centuries of Protestant missions, with special attention given to Baptist missionaries and mission agencies. (2 credit hours)
GHI 608 BAPTIST HISTORY
A survey of New Testament Christianity from the time of the Apostles to the present. This includes the development of New Testament forms of Christianity with a special treatment of the Anabaptist and the modern Baptist movements. (3 credit hours)
GHI 628 HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY
A study of the history of Christendom from the second century to the present. This includes the Roman Catholic movement and its various institutions and Protestantism from the Reformation to the present, including its various manifestations. (3 credit hours)
GST 790 GRADUATE SEMINAR IN HISTORY
Current historical topics are examined and investigated. Students are encouraged to select topics of interest to them for inclusion in this course. (2 credit hours)
GPA 511 CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
A careful consideration of management styles and theories with special application to pastoral administration of the people, programs and policies of the local church. Church calendar management, church litigation issues, the matter of pastoral delegation and church growth strategies will all be analyzed and discussed. (2 credit hours)
GPA 522 EXPOSITORY PREACHING OF THE OLD TESTAMENT
A practical study of the relationship between hermeneutics and homiletics and the various ways to preach from the Old Testament, with a focus on expository preaching. (3 credit hours)
GPA 523 EXPOSITORY PREACHING OF THE NEW TESTAMENT
A practical study of the relationship between hermeneutics and homiletics and the various ways to preach from the New Testament, with a focus on expository preaching. (3 credit hours)
GPA 610 BUILDING A DISCIPLE-MAKING MINISTRY
An examination of the process of disciple making in the local church ministry. Special focus will be given to the development of a philosophy of discipleship involving both pastor and people. Both the process and the product of disciple making will be considered from a biblical and practical perspective. Innovative ideas for discipleship ministries from early childhood to late adulthood will be considered. (2 credit hours)
GPA612 PASTORAL ETHICS
The ministry and the minister considered as a profession. Special emphasis will be given to pastoral conduct related to the pastor’s personal life, moral choices, associations, and practices as they apply to colleagues, community and congregation. (2 credit hours)
GPA613 CHURCH GROWTH AND MANAGEMENT
The purpose of this course is to enable the student to understand relevant biblical passages related to the early churches customs, manner and practices leading towards powerful growth. 21st century church growth practices and practitioners will be evaluated in light of God’s Word with biblically acceptable church growth practices being carefully considered. (2 credit hours)
GPA614 BAPTIST POLITY
A study of the function of a Baptist church from a Biblical and historical perspective, with special attention given to current trends in Baptist polity. (2 credit hours)
GPA 615 THEOLOGY OF WORSHIP
An examination of the biblical teaching on worship for the New Testament church, with application to the current state of the church. (2 credit hours)
GPA713 CHURCH PLANTING
An introduction to the ministry of church planting with an emphasis on equipping students with the principles and strategies needed for starting and developing Gospel-centered churches and the development of a biblical vision for a new ministry. (2 credit hours)
GPA720 LOCAL CHURCH AND THE LAW
A survey of the complex legal and organizational issues confronting pastors and churches in modern America. Students will develop an understanding of the role and relationship of the church in American law and a practical understanding of risk management, financial administration, and employment law that attend the pastor’s role as CEO of the local church organization. (2 credit hours)
GPA730 SEMINAR IN PREACHING
Current topics in homiletics are examined and investigated. Students are encouraged to select topics of interest to them for inclusion in this course. (3 credit hours)
GBC 501 THEOLOGY AND PRACTICE OF PASTORAL COUNSELING
An introduction to the role of the pastor in church counseling. The course includes basic instruction in grief counseling, marriage and family counseling, financial counseling, and other areas of counseling common to the pastorate. (2 credit hours)
GBC 510 INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL COUNSELING
An introductory study of the field of counseling from a biblical perspective, with an emphasis on the current status of biblical and psychological theories and practice. This course, or an equivalent, is a prerequisite for remainder of the Biblical Counseling courses. (2 credit hours)
GBC 513 COUNSELING PROBLEMS AND PROCEDURES
This course is a continuation of the principles learned in GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling, applying those principles in general areas of concern such as depression, worry, fear, conflict, stress, assurance, God’s will, dedication, and others. The class will include more advanced procedures for gathering data, homework generation, application of biblical counsel, and assessment. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or its equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 531 METHODS OF BIBLICAL CHANGE
This course provides an overview of the counseling process including a comprehensive methodogical model for promoting biblical change in people. The goal of this course is to encourage biblical thinking and procedures in the process of helping people grow into Christlikeness. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 535 CRISIS COUNSELING
An in-depth analysis of counseling for crisis situations including suicide, sudden death, loss, grief, trauma, divorce, and transitions in life. Special attention will be given to the dynamics of a crisis, biblical principles regarding a crisis, and the process for crisis intervention. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 537 MARRIAGE AND FAMILY COUNSELING
Issues surrounding pre-marital and post-marital counseling will be addressed from a biblical perspective. Issues will include finances, parenting, in-laws, sexual difficulties, conflict, and communication. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 540 COUNSELING ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOR
A survey of various chemical and behavioral addictions, including, but not limited to, alcohol, illicit drugs, eating disorders, and sexual addictions. Students will participate in the evaluation of various causal and treatment models, focusing upon biblical paradigms for biblical restoration. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 550 PROVERBS AND COUNSELING
This course is designed to increase one’s understanding of Old Testament wisdom literature, particularly Proverbs, and improve one’s ability to apply its truths to the lives of people through the ministry of biblical counseling. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or its equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 580 BIBLICAL COUNSELING SEMINAR
This seminar is designed to provide students with biblical answers to a variety of the issues they will face in ministry. This seminar usually takes place for one week off campus. Prerequisite: GBC 510 Introduction to Biblical Counseling or equivalent. (2 credit hours)
GBC 582 BIBLICAL COUNSELING PRACTICUM
An approved, practical project done in the last semester of the student’s residence, designed around the career choice of the student. This is implemented under the supervision of an experienced veteran in the field. (2 credit hours)
GMI 501 THEOLOGICAL ISSUES IN MISSIONS
An analysis of the theological issues facing missionaries, together with an analysis of biblical solutions. Special consideration will be given to the uniqueness of Jesus Christ in a pluralistic world, the eternal destiny of the heathen, biblical absolutism and cultural. (3 credit hours)
GMI 504 CROSS-CULTURAL CHURCH PLANTING
A survey and analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of church planting models and strategies around the world with emphasis on user-friendly multiplication strategies for the national church. (2 credit hours)
GMI 506 CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
Principles and processes of communicating from one culture to another, focusing on the difference of perceptions, ways of thinking, value systems and non-verbal communication for the purpose of gospel clarification. (2 credit hours)
GMI 508 FIELD METHODS AND CULTURAL LEARNING
A practical course in cross-cultural social organization to learn how to find the bridges and barriers in presenting the gospel. The course also includes the formulation of a mission strategy for planting effective indigenous churches. (3 credit hours)
GMI 509 LINGUISTICS
This course provides an introduction to the study of language acquisition—how individuals learn a language. It includes topics such as phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. (3 credit hours)
GMI 510 ADVANCED LINGUISTICS
This course provides and introduction to the study of language acquisition-how individuals learn a language. It includes topics such as phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. (2 credit hours)