Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies provides students with a strong gospel worldview for viewing all of life through the lens of the biblical redemption storyline. Students develop skills that enable them to understand the core linguistic, literary, historical, and cultural contexts of the Bible.
About the Program
The BA in Biblical Studies benefits students enormously because it is a clear, unmistakable flagship scholarly biblical degree. This degree provides strong curriculum for students seeking to be thought-leaders in church and society. The degree may be taken by those planning a teaching career in Christian schools, colleges, and universities; students preparing for pastoral and teaching ministries in the church; or those already in the pastorate. Graduates with this degree will be on track for careers in academic scholarship, as theologians and thought-leaders within the church, and as Christian writers. Also, Christian grade school teachers of the Bible would find this an excellent complement to the teacher education program. Other possible vocational uses of the major include intercultural studies professionals, Christian missionaries, those interested in language study and Bible translation, and Christian church leaders desiring a thorough Gospel worldview.
This program is approved by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools.
Biblical Studies Major: 45 units
Biblical Studies Core: 30 Units
- Biblical World: Hebrew Bible (BIBL211)
- Biblical World: New Testament (BIBL212)
- Bible and Spiritual Formation (BIBL480)
- Hermeneutics (BIBL349)
- Biblical Studies Capstone (BIBL498)
- Theology of the Hebrew Bible (THEO340)
- Theology of the New Testament (THEO360)
- Biblical Studies Elective (upper division BIBL, OT, NT, THEO, or PHIL elective)
- Choose One Language Sequence
- Biblical Greek 1 (BLG310A) and Biblical Greek II (BLG310B)
or
Biblical Hebrew I (BLG311A) and Biblical Hebrew II (BLG311B)
- Biblical Greek 1 (BLG310A) and Biblical Greek II (BLG310B)
Biblical Studies Concentrations: 15 units
Students must choose a concentration listed below.
General Concentration:
Students may select five classes from the lists below or any other Biblical Studies elective (15 units, 6 units must be upper division)
Pastoral Ministry Concentration: 15 units
Choose Five:
- Expository Preaching (BIBL350)
- Women in Scripture (BIBL451)
- Self-Leadership (LDRS210)
- Leadership Others (LDRS320)
- Mentorship (LDRS475)
- New Models of Church (PMIN411)
- Pastoral Care and Counseling (PMIN423)
- Youth Ministry Skills (YMIN175)
- Youth Culture, Trends, and Issues (YMIN283)
Theology Concentration: 15 units
- Historical Theology (THEO301)
- Comparative Theology (THEO325)
- Practical Theology (THEO425)
- Contemporary Theology (THEO452)
- Theology of Philosophy Elective (Upper Division)
Global Leadership: 15 units
Choose Five:
- Leading with a Mission (ICS 103)
- Nonprofit Leadership (LDRS 360)
- Intercultural Communication (ICS 310)
- World Religions (ICS 320)
- Leadership and Justice (LDRS 303)
- Orphans & Vulnerable Children (ICS 215)
- Poverty and Development (ICS 300)
- New Models of Church (PMIN 411)
To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.
The goal of the Biblical Studies program is for our students to become men and women whose minds and hearts are shaped by the story for God so they can faithfully, passionately, and creatively tell the story with their whole lives.
FACULTY
Jessup’s dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you’ll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.
Elizabeth H. P. Backfish, Ph.D.
Program Director
Associate Professor – School of Theology & Leadership
Associate Professor – School of Theology & Leadership
Associate Dean – School of Theology & Leadership
Associate Professor – School of Theology & Leadership
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