Louisiana Baptist University and Seminary

school of Biblical Studies

Louisiana Baptist University and Seminary was founded as a Bible college. The School of Biblical Studies maintains this heritage by providing the nucleus around which all other programs revolve. It educates those called to vocational ministry as well as individuals pursuing other professions who want to study Bible, theology, and ministry.

The School of Biblical Studies offers a Certificate and an Associate of Arts. It also offers the Bachelor of Arts in six concentrations: Bible and Theology, Church Ministry, Pastoral Ministry, Student Ministry, Children’s Ministry, and Missions. Graduate degrees including the Master of Divinity and the Doctor of Philosophy are offered by the Seminary (see page fifty-three). All our degrees can be earned from anywhere in the world.

For added information please call (318) 686-2360 or email dniederkorn@lbu.edu.

the biblical studies degree program seeks...

To provide you with learning experiences needed to equip you for the finest service to God and your fellow man.
To provide you with a well-balanced general education as well as the opportunity for detailed study leading to a Bible major.
To provide you with an opportunity to study and learn the doctrines and practices of New Testament Christianity.
To provide you with the knowledge which will enhance your understanding of the sovereignty of God in your life, the redeeming power of Jesus Christ, and the purpose of your service to God and to humanity.
To aid you in the development of a Christian philosophy of life and to assist you in developing Christian standards of moral and ethical conduct.
To assist you in finding your purpose in God's plan whether you seek to be a pastor, missionary or dedicated layperson.

certificates

The School of Biblical Studies offers two certificates: Bible and Theology and Church Ministry. The certificate programs are designed for those with little to no formal Christian education who want to increase their witness and ministry effectiveness without completing a degree program.

The curriculum consists of ten college-level courses that you complete at your own pace from anywhere in the world. Our program will increase your capacity to study Scripture, to share the Gospel, and to minister within your church.

The cost for the entire program is $2000, which is payable over time. Upon completion of the program, you may participate in our annual commencement ceremony. Those who decide to pursue a degree have the option to transfer all thirty credit hours into a bachelor program.

BIBLE AND THEOLOGY

The Certificate in Bible and Theology is for those who are in a teaching ministry or for those who simply want to better understand Scripture and doctrine.

Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey
Theology and Bibliology
The Four Gospels
Bible Lands and Customs
Any five electives

church ministry

The Certificate in Church Ministry is for those who are involved in a teaching ministry or a leadership role who want to become better teachers of Scripture and to better understand church business. Those seeking ordination into vocational Gospel ministry should consider at least the bachelor degree.

Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey
Teaching the Bible
Biblical Counseling
Church Administration
Any five electives

associates degree

The associate degree is ideal for two types of people. First, it can be the initial step toward a bachelor degree. If you begin your studies here, then you will be grounded in God’s truth before you continue your studies at a university. Second, for some students the associate degree can be the easier way to earn a college degree. Rather than studying general things to earn your degree, the program allows you to focus on Bible and theology while earning your degree.

aSSOCIATE oF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES

The associate degree is ideal for two types of people. First, it can be the initial step toward a bachelor degree. If you begin your studies here, then you will be grounded in God’s truth before you continue your studies at a university. Second, for some students the associate degree can be the easier way to earn a college degree. Rather than studying general things to earn your degree, the program allows you to focus on Bible and theology while earning your degree.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 12 Hours

English I

English II

Science Elective

History Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 18 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements .............................................................................................. 65 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS

bACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: BIBLE AND THEOLOGY CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those who want to study the Bible and theology broadly and deeply. If you are called into vocational ministry, you might consider the Bible and Theology Concentration as preparatory for ministry or as preparatory for a Master of Divinity. If you want to pursue a professional career, you should consider the Bible and Theology Concentration because it offers the flexibility needed to design a curriculum to fit your goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 24 Hours

Bible Lands and Customs

The Bible in History

History of the Christian Church

Pentateuch

Gleanings from Ruth

The Four Gospels

Acts of the Apostles

Introduction to the Revelation

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 39 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: CHURCH MINISTRY CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those called to a teaching and leadership role within a local church whether as a vocation or as a volunteer. The Church Ministry Concentration curriculum is ideal for a church staff member, family life director, or for anyone who wants to be an involved layperson. You will develop ministry skills such as Bible teaching and counseling alongside practical skills such as leadership and organization. The electives will allow you to hone particular skills needed to accomplish your ministry goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 30 Hours

Introduction to Educational Ministries

Theology of Family Ministry

Sunday School Administration

Church Administration

Church and Personal Finance

Strategic Planning

Biblical Basis of Missions

Foundations for Christian Counseling

Apologetics

Homiletics

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 33 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: PASTORAL MINISTRY CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those called to a teaching and leadership role as pastor of a local church. You might consider the Pastoral Ministry Concentration as preparatory for ministry success or as preparatory for a Master of Divinity. You will study the Bible and theology both in your core courses and in your concentration courses. You will develop ministry skills such as exegesis, preaching, and administration through prescribed courses. The electives will allow you to hone particular skills needed to accomplish your ministry goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 30 Hours

Pastoral Theology

Homiletics

Hebrew I

Hebrew II

Greek I

Greek II

Foundations for Christian Counseling

The Disciple-Making Pastor

Church Administration

Church and Personal Finance

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 33 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: CHILDREN'S MINISTRY CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those called to children’s ministry within a local church whether as a vocation or as a volunteer. You will study the child development process and develop ministry skills such as Bible teaching and sharing the Gospel with children. The electives will allow you to hone particular skills needed to accomplish your ministry goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 30 Hours

Introduction to Educational Ministries

Teaching in Educational Ministries

Sunday School Administration

Human Development

Foundations of Children’s Ministry I

Foundations of Children’s Ministry II

Communicating the Gospel to Children

Practical Children’s Ministry

Theology of Family Ministry

Foundations for Christian Counseling

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 33 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: STUDENT MINISTRY CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those called to student ministry within a local church whether as a vocation or as a volunteer. You will study the youth development process and develop ministry skills such as Bible teaching and the counseling of students. The electives will allow you to hone particular skills needed to accomplish your ministry goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 30 Hours

Introduction to Educational Ministries

Teaching in Educational Ministries

Sunday School Administration

Human Development

Foundation for Student Ministry

Philosophy of Student Ministries Leadership

Bible-Based Student Ministry

Practical Student Ministry

Theology of Family Ministry

Foundations for Christian Counseling

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 33 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES: MISSIONS CONCENTRATION

Recommended for those called to intercultural ministry both at home and abroad. You will study the Bible and theology both in your core courses and in your concentration courses. You will develop ministry skills such as exegesis, teaching, and cross-cultural ministry through prescribed courses. The electives will allow you to hone particular skills needed to accomplish your ministry goals. A minor can be earned when a minimum of fifteen credit hours are completed in a particular discipline.

Orientation .......................................................................................................................... 2 Hours

General Studies Requirements .......................................................................................... 30 Hours

English I

English II

Literature Elective

Fundamentals of Speech

History Elective

Science Elective

Social Studies Elective

Bible Requirements .......................................................................................................... 30 Hours

Hermeneutics

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Personal Evangelism

Introduction to Biblical and Theological Studies

The God of the Bible

God’s Creatures Good and Bad

Jesus Christ and Salvation

The Holy Spirit and the Church

God’s Ultimate Victory

Concentration Requirements ............................................................................................ 30 Hours

Biblical Basis of Missions

World Missions

Church and Missions

Cross-Cultural Communication

Missionary Life and Work

Indigenous Church Planting

Cultural Anthropology

Preparation for Living Abroad

Theology of Family Ministry

Homiletics

Free Electives .................................................................................................................... 33 Hours

Graduation Workshop ......................................................................................................... 3 Hours

Total Degree Requirements ............................................................................................ 128 Hours