Biblical Studies (BA/MABS)
In a 4+1 program, students work toward the completion of an undergraduate degree while also pursuing a Master’s degree. Graduate-level courses taken during undergraduate studies fulfill both undergraduate elective requirements and graduate program requirements. In the 4+1 program, students are dual-enrolled in LBC and Capital Seminary and Graduate School.
Credential: Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, Master of Arts in Biblical Studies
Major: Biblical Studies
Certification/Licensure: None
Location: Lancaster
Program Director: Dr. Douglas Finkbeiner
Program Mission Statement: The Biblical Studies major exists to utilize an interdisciplinary approach whereby students may design a course of study that coincides with their academic interests and ministry preparation.
BABS Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, students will
1. Articulate a basic knowledge of Scripture and theology.
2. Apply a valid hermeneutical method of research skills in biblical interpretation.
3. Demonstrate an exegetically sound, biblically informed, historically and culturally sensitive theological method.
4. Appraise differing biblical, theological, cultural, and historical views.
5. Formulate a biblical worldview demonstrated in life and ministry.
6. Exhibit sensitivity to the global community in biblical and theological dialogue.
7. Display a commitment to grow scripturally and theologically.
MABS Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, students will
1. Develop a knowledge of the narrative, content, and interpretation of the Bible in context toward the development of a biblical worldview.
2. Apply skills necessary to study the Bible in its original languages with appropriate tools.
3. Demonstrate competency in interpreting, applying, and communicating the theological teaching of the Bible to life and ministry.
4. Integrate research skills using appropriate resources for maintaining life-long education.
Experiential Learning: Two years of Christian service experience (120 hours total) for students in the Bachelor’s Biblical Studies program are designed to give students internship experience and exposure to a field of service to provide a context for personal reflection and spiritual growth. Students select and arrange for their internship at a location of their interest in consultation with their academic adviser and the Biblical Studies internship director.
Curricular Structure and Degree Requirements
| Curricular Structure |
Credits |
| Bible & Theology Core Courses |
42 |
| Arts & Sciences Courses |
37 |
| Major Electives |
36 |
| MABS Courses |
36 |
| LBC 100 Foundations Seminar |
1 |
| Christian Service, CSV 201, CSV 202 |
0 |
| Program Total |
152 |
Bible & Theology Core Courses (42 credits)
| BIB 103 | Creation & Covenants: OT I | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Israel's Life & Literature: OT II | 3 |
| BIB 106 | Interpreting the Bible | 3 |
| THE 105 | Prelude to Biblical & Theological Studies | 3 |
| BIB 203 | Life of Christ: NT I | 3 |
| BIB 204 | Early Church: NT II | 3 |
| THE 223 | Christian Narrative I: Creation & Fall | 3 |
| THE 224 | Christian Narrative II: Redemption | 3 |
| THE 320 | Christianity and Culture | 3 |
BNT
| New Testament Elective | 3 |
BOT
| Old Testament Elective | 3 |
| Theology-focused Elective | 3 |
| Theology-focused Elective | 3 |
| Theology-focused Elective | 3 |
Arts & Sciences Courses (37 credits)
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
| LAN 104 | Public Speaking | 3 |
LIT
| Literature Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
HIS
| History Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| Science Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| SCI Lab | 1 |
MAT
| Math Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
| SOC 101/PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Course (300 level) | 3 |
| HUM 422 | Christian Perspectives | 3 |
| PHI 301 | Philosophy of Religion | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
Major Electives (36 credits)
| BSI 301 | Bible Ministry Internship I | 0 |
| BSI 302 | Bible Ministry Internship II | 0 |
| BSI 400 | Cross-Cultural Experience | 0 |
| BSI 401 | Bible Ministry Internship III | 0 |
| BSI 402 | Bible Ministry Internship IV | 0 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
MABS Courses (36 credits)
| BIB 505 | Introduction to Biblical & Theological Research | 3 |
| BIB 512 | Greek I | 3 |
| BIB 513 | Greek II | 3 |
| BIB 517 | Hebrew I | 3 |
| BIB 518 | Hebrew II | 3 |
BIB
| BIB 536 or BIB 537 | 3 |
| MABS Concentration I | 3 |
| MABS Concentration 2 | 3 |
| MABS Concentration 3 | 3 |
| MABS Concentration 4 | 3 |
| MABS Elective | 3 |
| MABS Elective | 3 |
LBC 100 (1 credit)
Christian Service (0 credit)
Christian Service provides an important part of the overall education program of the college. Its function is to assist students in experiencing various forms of practical ministry, proclaiming Christ by serving Him in the Church and society.
CSV 201 and
CSV 202
Program Director: Douglas Finkbeiner, PhD
After teaching in a seminary near Philadelphia, Doug joined the faculty of Capital in 2015. He has been a full-time pastor for 13 years. He and his wife, Sheri, have six adult children.
Faculty:
Dan Carver, PhD
Mark Farnham, PhD
Gordon Gregory, ThD
Samuel Harbin, DMin
Joseph Kim, PhD
Mark Meyer, PhD
Tim Nicholls, PhD
Tony Shetter, PhD