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. Gordon Gregory
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 6 elective credit hours which may be taken from any of the departments.
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.
Curriculum Structure and Degree Requirements
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Curriculum Structure
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Credits
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LBC Foundation Studies Courses
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4
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Bible & Theology Core Courses
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15
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Arts & Sciences Core Courses
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15-16
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Major Courses
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21
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Exploration Studies – Elective Courses
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6
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Program Total
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61-62
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LBC Foundations (4 credits)
Bible and Theology Courses (15 credits)
| BTH 101 | Foundations for Biblical and Theological Studies | 3 |
| BIB 103 | Creation & Covenants: OT I | 3 |
| BIB 203 | Life of Christ: NT I | 3 |
| THE 223 | Christian Narrative I: Creation & Fall | 3 |
| THE 224 | Christian Narrative II: Redemption & Consummation | 3 |
Arts and Sciences Courses (15-16 credits)
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
| LAN 104 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| History / Literature Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
| Science or Mathematics Core | 3 |
| Structures of Human Culture Elective* | 3 |
Bible & Theology Major Courses (21 credits)
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 |
Exploration Studies (6 credits)
Program Director: Gordon Gregory, DTh
Dr. Gregory earned his Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Theology from the University of South Africa. He served as a missionary in South Africa doing church planting, teaching, and administrating a Bible college. At LBC, he enjoys mentoring students and is the college's NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative.
Gordon is also involved in his local church as an elder, adult Sunday School teacher, former chairman of the missions committee, and mentoring missionaries-in-training and engaged couples. In his free time he enjoys his family, reading, sports, and doing word and number puzzles.
Faculty:
Dan Carver, PhD
Mark Farnham, PhD
Douglas Finkbeiner, PhD
Gordon Gregory, ThD
Joseph Kim, PhD
Tim Nicholls, PhD