Religion (RELG)

RELG 1011 - Old Testament Survey (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to prepare the student for more intensive studies in the Old Testament. Emphasis is placed upon gaining an overview of the Old Testament through a survey of geographical and historical backgrounds and a book-by-book study. Attention is given to the structure of each biblical book, significant interpretation problems, and major theological themes. This course is a prerequisite to all Old Testament Interpretation courses.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 1021 - New Testament Survey (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the background and literature of the New Testament. After a background study of the historical and cultural factors of the inter-biblical period and of pertinent political and geographical factors, the remainder of the course is devoted to a book-by-book study, including introductory matters for each book and a content summary. This course is a prerequisite to all New Testament Interpretation courses.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 1201 - Introduction to Preaching (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the fundamentals of sermon construction. As a basic course in homiletics, attention is given to understanding a definition of preaching, practical aspects of sermon preparation, various resources available for sermonic development, and learning how to plan for regular preaching opportunities based on challenges related to a contemporary preaching ministry.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 1301 - Practice of Evangelism (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the biblical basis for evangelism and missions. Particular attention will be given to the role of the local church and its ministers in evangelism and missions. Students will learn and practice the basic principles of witnessing during the semester.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 1401 - Worship Perspectives (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to examine the development of worship in the Old Testament, New Testament, and throughout Christian history in order to evaluate the ways historical perspectives and practices of worship may relate to worship in contemporary settings.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 1501 - Christian Doctrine (3 Credit Hours)

The purpose of this course is to survey the doctrines of the Christian faith. Students are introduced to the biblical, historical, philosophical, and systematic aspects of theology. Special attention is given to Baptist doctrine.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

RELG 2015 - Intro to World Religion (3 Credit Hours)

The purposes of this course is to acquaint students with certain issues in religious studies. Three such issues have been specifically identified for this course: 1) the philosophical foundations for a critical analysis of religion; 2) the foundations of Christianity; 3) and a cross-cultural examination of the major world religions. By selecting these three issues, it is intended that studnets will become sensitive to the philosophical nature and presuppositions of many religious claims, to the origin of Christianity and Christian beliefs about Jesus, and to the unique, as well as common perspectives of the major world religions

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1015

(3/0/3)