Williamson Bible Institute
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Course DescriptionsBIB-1013 Introduction to the Old Testament
A survey of the historical, literary, and cultural context of the Old Testament. This course is recommended before all other Old Testament classes.
BIB-1023 Introduction to the New Testament
A survey of the historical, literary, and cultural context of the New Testament. This course is recommended before all other New Testament classes.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Encountering the New Testament: A Historical and Theological Survey by Elwell & Yarbrough. (Baker Books, 1998) TO BUY BIB-1033 Biblical Interpretation
An introductory study of the principles of biblical hermeneutics. Emphasis is given to the methods and tools applied to the exegetical study of the Bible. Prerequisites: Introduction to the Old Testament or Introduction to the New Testament. This course is recommended before all Bible classes numbered 2000 and above.
TEXTBOOKS
1. How to Read the Bible for All It's Worth by Gordon Fee & Douglous Stuart (Zondervan Publishing ) 2. Elements of Biblical Exegesis: A Basic Guide for Students and Ministers by Michael Gorman (Hendrickson Publishing) BIB-2033 New Testament Gospels A study of the life and teachings of Jesus as presented in the four gospels. Recommended classes to take prior: Introduction to the New Testament and Biblical Interpretation.
BIB-2013 Pentateuch An exegetical study focusing on the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the first five books in the Old Testament. Recommended classes to take prior: Introduction to the Old Testament and Biblical Interpretation.
TEXTBOOKS 1. The Pentateuch by Terrence E. Fretheim (Abingdon Press) 2. The Handbook on the Pentateuch by Victor P. Hamilton (Baker Book House) BIB-2053 Pauline Epistles
An exegetical study focusing on the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the Pauline epistles in the New Testament. Recommended classes to take prior: Introduction to the New Testament and Biblical Interpretation.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Paul: Apostle of the Heart Set Free by F.F. Bruce. (Eerdmans Publishing Company) 2. Paul and His Letters by John B. Pohill. (Broadman and Homan Publishers) An exegetical study focusing on the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the prophetic books in the Old Testament. Prerequisites: Introduction to the Old Testament and Biblical Interpretation.
TEXTBOOKS 1. An Introduction to the Old Testamnet Prophetic Books by C. Hassell Bullock. (Moody Bible Institute, 1999) TO BUY 2. The Kingdom of God by John Bright. (Abingdon Press, 1981) TO BUY CEM-1003 Introduction to Christian Educational Ministries
An overview of the scriptural and historical backgrounds of Christian education, with an emphasis on the various educational ministries in congregations. Particular attention is given to the teaching/learning process of the church.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Introducing Christian Education: Foundations for the Twenty First Century by Michael Anthony. (2001) 2. Teaching to Change Lives by Howard Hendricks. (2003) 3. The Teching Ministry of the Church by Daryl Eldridge. (1995) ENG-1013 English Composition I
This class is required for credentialing but is not usually offered directly through WBI.
This class may be covered through transfer credit from any college English class. You may also take the English Composition CLEP test to meet this requirement. When we do offer this class, the following textbooks will be used: 1. Donnelly, Rory. Sequence: A Basic Writing Course. Heinle, 1996. ISBN: 0155019961
2. Hodges, Horner, Webb, and Miller. Hodges' Harbrace College Handbook, 15th ed. Heinle, 2004. ISBN: 083840345X 3. The New Merriam Webster Pocket Dictionary (or other pocket dictionary. HIS-2013 The Western World in Ancient and Medieval Times
A survey course tracing the social forces contributing to the development of civilization, with particular emphasis on the influence of religion, from the Hellenistic period until the beginning of the Renaissance and Reformation period, (1400 C.E.). Attention is given to key individuals of the period, the connectedness of events, and the role of ideas.
HIS-2023 The Western World & the Emerging Modern Society A survey course tracing the social forces contributing to the development of civilization, with particular emphasis on the influence of religion, from the dawn of the Renaissance until the beginning of the 20th century in Western Europe and North America. Attention is given to the cause and effect relationship between events, key individuals, and the role of ideas.
OTR-4013 Developing a Missional Church
A study of the principles and strategies required to develop a healthy congregation that fulfills the great commission as a missionary church within our diverse cultural context.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Missional Church: A Vision for the Sending of the Church in North America by Darrell Gruder. (Wm. Eerdmans, 1998) TO BUY 2. Breaking the Missional Code: When Church Can Become Missionary in Your Community by Ed Stetzer. (B&H Publishing Groups, 2006) 3. The Shaping of Things to Come: Innovation and Mission for the 21 Century Church by Michael Frost. (Hendrickson Publisherss, 2003) OTR-2013 Global Evangelism
An overview of the biblical and theological foundations for personal, congregational, and mass evangelism, both local and global. Attention will also be given to the mission program of the Church of the Nazarene.
PAS-1023 Spiritual Formation
A course exploring the uniqueness of a person’s lifelong spiritual development toward Christlikeness with attention given to the shaping power of Scripture and spiritual disciplines.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Invitation to a Journey by M. Robert Mulholand. (Intervarsity Press 1993) TO BUY 2. Reflecting God by Wes Tracy. (Beacon Hill Press 2000) TO BUY 3. The Upward Call by Freeborn & Weigelt. (Beacon Hill Press 1994) TO BUY PAS-2013 The Practice of Christian Ministry
A course giving special attention to the personal and professional character of the minister and the practice of ministry.
PAS-2023 History & Polity of the Church of the Nazarene
A study of the history of the Church of the Nazarene with special attention given to its organization, heritage, and distinctive mission. TEXTBOOKS 1. Manual, Church of the Nazarene edited by LeBron Fairbanks. (Nazarene Publishing House) 2. Called Unto Holiness (Volume 1) by Timothy L. Smith. (Nazarene Publishing House) 3. Called Unto Holiness (Volume 2) by W.T. Purkiser. (Nazarene Publishing House) PAS-3023 Pastoral Care and Counseling
A course dealing with principles of psychological and biblical counseling, providing ministry to the physically, spiritually, and emotionally ill. This study is integrated with other more traditional aspects of pastoral care. Self-understanding and listening skills, as well as religious resources and exercises such as Scripture, prayer, and openness and obedience to the inner direction of the Holy Spirit are emphasized.
TEXTBOOKS
1. Christian Counseling by Gary Collins. (Word, 1988) TO BUY 2. The Heart of Pastoral Counseling by Richard Dayringer. (Haworth Press, 1998) TO BUY 3. The Pastor as Spiritual Guide by Howard Rice. (Harper, 1982) 4. Solution-Focused Counseling by Charles Allen Kollar. (Zondervan, 1997) TO BUY PAS-3033 Christian Preaching I
An introduction to homiletical principles and the practice of sermon preparation. It is recommended that the following classes be taken prior: Introduction to the Old Testament and Introduction to the New Testament, and Biblical Interpretation.
PAS-3043 Christian Preaching II
An application of homiletical principles and practices through preaching. Prerequisites: Christian Preaching I.
PAS-4023 Church Administration and Finance
An overview of the role of the pastor in relation to the organization and management of the local church. Special attention will be given to the various aspects of local church finances. It is recommended that the following classes be taken prior: The Practice of Christian Ministry.
PHI-4013 Philosophy and Christian Ethics
A study of major moral theories of western philosophy with particular attention given to intellectual, cultural and philosophical influences. The course will include treatment of several contemporary moral problems in light of the resources of western philosophy.
THE-1013 Exploring Christian Holiness
An introduction to the study of the doctrine of Christian Holiness. The study will explore the biblical development and the emphasis of the doctrine within the Church of the Nazarene. Special attention is given to holiness in personal experience, interpersonal relationships, and doctrinal preaching.
TEXTBOOKS 1. Exploring Christian Holiness vol. 1 by W.T. Purkiser. (Beacon Hill Press) TO BUY 2. All Loves Excelling by John A. Knight. (Beacon Hill Press, 1995) TO BUY 3. What a Time to Be Wesleyan by David L. McKenna. (Beacon Hill Press, 1999) TO BUY 4. A Plain Account of Christian Perfection by John Wesley. (Beacon Hill Press, 1966) TO BUY 5. Leap Over the Wall by Eugene Peterson. (Harper Collins, 1997) TO BUY OR 5. Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Willard. (NavPress, 2002) TO BUY THE-3023 Systematic Theology I A systematic study of the Christian faith with emphasis on the doctrines of God, humanity, sin, and the person and work of Jesus Christ. Related areas covered will be revelation, the Trinity, creation, and the inspiration and authority of Scripture.
TEXTBOOKS 1. An Introduction to Wesleyan Theology by William Greathouse and H. Ray Dinning. (Beacon Hill Press) 2. A Wesleyan-Holiness Theology by Kenneth Grider. (Beacon Hill Press) 3. The Story of God by Michael Lodahl. (Beacon Hill Press) 4. Faith Seeking Understanding: An Introduction to Christian Theology by Daniel Migliore. (William B. Eerdamans)
THE-3033 Systematic Theology II A systematic study of the Christian faith with emphasis on the doctrines of salvation, the person and work of the Holy Spirit, the Church, and the Second Coming of Christ. Related areas covered will be the way of salvation, the life of holiness, the nature of ministry, and the sacraments. It is recommended that the following classes be taken prior: Systematic Theology I. TEXTBOOKS 1. An Introduction to Wesleyan Theology by William Greathouse and H. Ray Dinning. (Beacon Hill Press) 2. A Wesleyan-Holiness Theology by Kenneth Grider. (Beacon Hill Press) 3. The Story of God by Michael Lodahl. (Beacon Hill Press) 4. Faith Seeking Understanding: An Introduction to Christian Theology by Daniel Migliore. (William B. Eerdamans)
Ministerial Internship See the page dedicated to this required course.
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