Biblical Studies (AABS)
Credential: Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
Major: Biblical Studies
Certification/Licensure: This program is not intended to lead to licensure.
Location: Lancaster
Program Director: Dr. Samuel Harbin
Program Mission Statement: The Associate degree in 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.
Program Description: This major is designed for individuals who want two years of biblical education coupled with the opportunity for a specific concentration. The areas of concentration contain 12 elective credit hours which may be taken from any of the departments or a single concentration from one department.
Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, students will:
1. Evidence a solid overview of ministry in conjunction with their biblical studies major.
2. Articulate their personal philosophy of ministry in accord with a biblical worldview.
3. Demonstrate godly character within the framework of a servant style of leadership.
Experiential Learning: During this degree program students are required to complete two semesters of Christian Service, with 15 hours of service required for each semester. These hours may be fulfilled in a church or parachurch organization, such as a Christian camp, mission organization, or rescue mission.
Curricular Structure and Degree Requirements
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Curricular Structure
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Credits
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Bible & Theology Core Courses
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24
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Arts & Sciences Courses
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18 or 19
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Bible & Theology Major Courses
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18
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LBC 100 Foundations Seminar
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1
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Christian Service CSV 201, CSV 202
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0
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Program Total
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61 or 62
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Bible & Theology Core Courses (24 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 |
Arts & Sciences Courses (18 or 19 credits)
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
| LAN 104 | Public Speaking | 3 |
LIT
| Literature Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| Science Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| SCI Lab | 1 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
| Human Culture Elective | 3 |
Bible & Theology Major Courses (18 credits)
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 3 |
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 3 |
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 3 |
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 3 |
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 3 |
| Bible Elective (BIB, BOT, BNT, THE) | 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:
Sam Harbin is blessed to have been a follower of Jesus Christ since childhood and brings nearly 40 years of experience in pastoral and Christian higher education ministry to the classroom. He has served in a variety of roles, including assistant pastor, senior pastor, seminary chaplain and professor, and seminary president. His ministry has taken him throughout the United States and to seven countries internationally.
Sam holds degrees from Indiana Baptist College (BA, 1982), Calvary Baptist Theological Seminary (Master of Divinity, 1985), and Dallas Theological Seminary (Doctor of Ministry, 2001). His doctoral studies focused on effective interpretation and communication of Old Testament narratives.
As chair of the Bible & Theology department, Sam enjoys leading his talented team to serve with excellence every program at Lancaster Bible College / Capital Seminary and Graduate School. Tasked with providing the biblical and theological content for every major, the Bible & Theology team seek to build growing believers who understand Scripture and know how to integrate biblical truth into life and service regardless of vocational calling.
Sam teaches at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the areas of hermeneutics, English Bible, and homiletics. He also maintains an active speaking and consulting ministry and particularly enjoys serving local churches who are in the pastoral search process. He holds pastoral counseling certification with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.
A native of southern Indiana, Sam’s hobbies include following Indiana University “Hoosier” basketball, woodworking, bluegrass music, and playing several stringed instruments. Sam and his wife, Elaine, have three grown sons and five grandchildren. They reside in Manheim, PA.
Faculty:
Dan Carver, PhD
Mark Farnham, PhD
Douglas Finkbeiner, PhD
Gordon Gregory, ThD
Joseph Kim, PhD
Tim Nicholls, PhD