International College of the Bible Syllabus

1 Associate in Arts Course No. Course Title Course Description Credits 100 fundamentals of the Faith A study of basic fundamentals that each Christian needs to understand 3 100-A Ascertaining Bible Authority A study of the basic principles of how the Bible authorizes 3 101 Inspiration of the Bible Proof will be given that the Bible is the inspired word of God, free from error 3 102 Hermeneutics A study of how to understand the Bible . 3 103 The Life of Christ A study of Christ s life and ministry while upon the earth 3 104 Pentateuch I: Genesis-Exodus Textual Study 3 105 Introduction to the Bible The basic theme, author and date of each book will be considered 3 106 Parables & Miracles A study from Matthew - John of some of Christ s miracles and parables 3 107 Acts Textual Study 3 108 Pentateuch II: Leviticus, Numbers & Deuteronomy Textual Study 3 109 Sermon Design How to prepare a sermon 3 110 Denominational Doctrines A study of the beliefs and history of some modern day denominations 3 111 John Textual Study 3 112 Hebrew History I: Joshua, Judges & Ruth Textual Study 3 113 Cults A study of the history and beliefs of some modern cults 3 114 The Preacher and His Work A study of the responsibilities and work of a gospel preacher 3 115 I & II Corinthians Textual Study 3 116 Hebrew History II.

2 I/II Samuel, I/II Kings, I/II Chronicles Textual Study 3 117 Christian Evidences A study of some of the evidences for Christianity 3 118 Survey of the Old Testament The author, date, purpose, theme and relationship of each Old Testament 3 International College of the Bible Syllabus book considered 119 Survey of the New Testament The author, date, purpose, theme and relationship of each New Testament book considered 3 120 Literature of the Prophets I: Isaiah, Joel, Jonah, Amos & Hosea Textual Study 3 121 Literature of the Prophets II: Obadiah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk & Zephaniah Textual Study 3 122 Literature of the Prophets III: Daniel, Ezekiel, Haggai, Zachariah, & Malachi Textual Study 3 135 The New Testament Church A study of the origin, practice, and doctrine of the first century church 3 136 Importance of Doctrine Some of the basic doctrines of Christianity will be studied in detail 3 137 Survey of Civilization A study of the history of civilization as it relates to the Bible 3 138 The Plan of Salvation A detailed study of the plan of salvation as seen in the book of Acts 3 139 A Study of Sin Detailed study of sin including its definition, origin, and progression 3 140 The Minister and Local Work A study of gospel preachers and their responsibilities in local work 3 141 Jail and Prison Ministries A study of how to conduct Bible study and classes in jails and prisons 3 142 Funerals Weddings - Special Occasions Preparing preachers to speak at funerals.

3 Weddings & special occasions 3 143 Sociology A study of people and dealing with different personalities 3 218 World Religions A study of different religions of the world, including their origin, beliefs, and current status 3 219 Romans Textual Study 3 220 Church History A study of the early church and changes that occurred during the first few hundred years 3 221 Hebrew History III: Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther Textual Study 3 222 Personal Evangelism A study showing the need for evangelism and different methods 3 223 Galatians & Ephesians Textual Study 3 224 I & II Thessalonians, I & II Timothy, and Titus Textual Study 3 225 Job, Psalms, Proverbs, & Song of Solomon Textual Study 3 226 Introduction to Greek A study of the beginning tools needed to looking up Greek words and simple use of Greek 3 227 English Grammar Basic principles of English Grammar with emphasis on spoken English 3 228 Hebrews, James, & Philemon Textual Study 3 229 Isaiah Textual Study 3 230 Literature of the Prophets III.

4 Ezekiel, Daniel, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi Textual Study 3 231 Minor Prophets Textual Study with emphasis on authors, dates, and message for today 3 232 I & II Peter, I,II, & III John, Jude, & Revelation Textual Study 3 233 Jeremiah & Lamentations Textual Study 3 234 Philippians & Colossians Textual Study 3 244 Contemporary Issues Dealing with some of the issues affecting religious groups in modern times 3 245 History of Theology A study of how theology changed during the reformation movement of Europe 3 246 Ancient Philosophy A study of Greek philosophy and men such as Aristotle and Plato 3 247 Modern Philosophy A study of philosophy during the past 400 years and its influence on today 3 248 General Psychology Elementary study of humans and their behavior 3 249 Psychology and Ethics A study of how to arrive at moral decisions and why there are different standards 3 250 Contending for the Faith A study of matters of faith and how we should show from the Bible these truths 3 251 Marriage and the Family A study of the home and its impact on society 3 252 Roles in the Family A study of Bible passages dealing with roles in the family 3

5 253 Christian Counseling A study of Biblical principles in Counseling 3 254 Media Evangelism A study of the impact of marriage, divorce and remarriage on society and the church 3 255 Selected New Testament Studies Detailed study of NT passages, themes or doctrines 3 256 Selected Old Testament Studies Detailed study of OT passages, themes or doctrines 3 Course Nos. 100-199 indicate 1st Year curriculum Course Nos. 200-299 indicate 2nd Year curriculum