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the orthodox creeds and the Reformed tradition, as well as an ability to evaluate fairly alternative perspectives. This knowledge will be demonstrated through students’ communication of the process and conclusions of biblical and theological study in both oral and written venues.
2. Employ proper methods of interpretation in their study of Scripture (hermeneutics), including critical and analytical reasoning, contextual exegesis (grammatical-historical), and theological (comparative scriptural, canonical), as well as make use of the appropriate tools for this study.
3. Apply this teaching to our contemporary context, culture, and concerns (in terms of the biblical and Reformed framework of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation), and apply it personally, leading to spiritual growth and ministry within church and society.
Concentration Course Requirements:
BTS Required Course (3):
BTS 205 Hermeneutics
BTS Elective Courses (15):
One course from each of the following three areas:
Biblical Studies: BTS 321A
BTS 323
BTS 327
BTS 326 BTS 332 BTS 333 BTS 334 BTS 395
Genesis 3 Psalms 3 Isaiah 3 Apocalyptic Literature 3 Johannine Literature 3 Pauline Literature 3 Later NT Literature 3 Special Topics in Biblical Studies 3
Theological Studies:
BTS 360 BTS 362 BTS 364 BTS 365 BTS 370 BTS 396
Doctrine of God 3 Christology 3 Pneumatology 3 Soteriology 3 Ecclesiology 3 Special Topics in Theological Studies 3
Historical & Philosophical Studies:
BTS 245 BTS/HIS 315 BTS/HIS 316 BTS 340
BTS 342 BTS/SOC 325 BTS 348
Survey of World Religions 3 History of Christianity I 3 History of Christianity II 3
Christian Ethics Apologetics Sociology of Religion World Missions
3 3 3 3
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