IBS
Core Courses - Summer 2012
One important foundation for your biblical and theological
development is the eleven core courses offered through the
Institute of Biblical Studies (IBS). These eleven courses are
designed to equip you for a lifetime of ministry.
Preparing for IBS
IBS courses move at a fast pace and cover a lot of ground over two weeks. Many staff have discovered that by completing most their reading before they come, their learning experience at IBS is more enjoyable and less stressful. We would encourage you to try to do as much of your reading before you come.
Course syllabi for the IBS core classes will be placed
on-line as they become available. Syllabi can be obtained by
clicking on link after course description below. If the link does not work, it means the syllabus is not yet available. These syllabi not only tell you what the required books are but also tell you specifically what you will be required to read.
To make it easier to order your books, we are providing a list required books for IBS. We HIGHLY recommend that you purchase your books before arriving, even if you are not sure you will be able to complete all your reading ahead of time. You will save money. Amazon.com and half.com carry many of the books. The books can also be purchased through the on-line registration system however if you order them from us you will not receive them till you arrive at IBS. If you’ve already registered you may go back to your registration and order your books.
First Year (NST)
Intro to Christian Theology
Dr. Alan Scholes
An overview of the major doctrinal areas: God, Bible, Holy
Spirit, anthropology, sin, Christ, salvation, Christian
growth, the Church and eschatology. This course is designed
to overview topics included in Campus Crusade’s
doctrinal statement.
Syllabus | Staff
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Bible Study Methods
Teaching Team
Using the book of Ephesians as a guide, you will learn the
skills necessary to open the Scriptures for yourself. You will
do this working in small groups along with a coach, so you
can get the practical help you need to handle the word accurately.
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New Testament Survey
(Independent Study)
This class is a great introduction to the 27 books of the New
Testament. Not only will you learn about the specifics of each
book, but you will also learn how they all fit together as
part of God’s story. The class will explore some of the
major themes and emphases in the NT, seeking to apply the teachings
found there to our lives. [NOTE: NT Survey will be offerred only as an independent study course summer 2010.]
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Second Year
Bible/God/Holy Spirit
TBD
This class introduces the doctrine of the Bible (Can we trust
it? How do we view it? How does it function in our lives?),
the doctrine of God (Who is God? How do we relate to him? How
does he relate to us?), and the doctrine of the Holy Spirit
(Who is the Spirit? What does he do? How does he relate to
us?). Students will learn more about God but also find their
hearts moved to worship this God.
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Biblical Interpretation
Teaching Team
Poetry. Letters. Stories. Laws. Prophecy. Faithfully interpreting
God’s Word requires understanding the various literary
forms through which God has revealed himself, applying sound
hermeneutical principles, and connecting every passage to God’s
redemptive message throughout the Scriptures. Building on the
foundation of Bible Study Methods, this course will introduce
you to an interpretive process that will enable you to understand
God’s Word and encounter the living God more profoundly.
You will have the opportunity to learn this process working
in small groups with the aid of a mentor who will guide you
to handle the treasures of God’s Word faithfully and
meaningfully.
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Biblical Communication
Teaching Team
Communicating biblical truth requires a profound understanding
of God’s Word and an ability to relate God’s
Word to your audience so they may be transformed by the Author.
Building upon the Biblical Interpretation class, experienced
communicators will help you become a worshipping communicator
and develop audience-sensitive skills that guarantee your
message finds relevant, true-to-life application. Through
lecture and workshops this course will equip you lead the
emerging generations to conviction and repentance of their
sin and to growing belief and adoration of Christ.
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Old Testament Survey
Dr. Mark Futato
This course will explore the message of Old Testament books
and how their messages work together to form a revelation that
points to Christ. At the end of this course, you will have
a number of tools to help you apply the Old Testament to Christian
living today.
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Third Year
Apologetics
TBD
This course will equip you to respond to the basic objections
to Christianity that are encountered in evangelism. Topics
include postmodernism, the existence of God, religious pluralism,
the fate of the unevangelized, the problem of evil, historical
reliability of the Bible, the New Age movement, and the resurrection.
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Humanity / Christ / Salvation
TBD
This class covers the crucial topics of what it means to be
human (What does it mean to be created in the image of God?
Why is this important? What are the personal and ethical ramifications?),
the person of Christ (Who is this beautiful Christ?) and what
Christ has done (How does Christ save us? What does he save
us from?).
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Christian World View
TBD
This class introduces the construction and importance of a
Christian world view, critiques major philosophical constructions
of alternative world views; e.g., postmodernism, pantheism,
naturalism, existentialism, secular humanism, Islam, and helps
students refine their own world views.
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Church History
TBD
This class traces the history of the Church from Pentecost to the present, emphasizes what God has done throughout the history of the Church, and explains the emergence of major theological positions and branches of Christianity.
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