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Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of the Bible certificate is to provide a basic course of study that will give students an opportunity to
survey the entire Bible and to have a foundation in basic doctrine, principles for Christian life and ministry, and a
biblical worldview. The program satisfies the requirement of one year of biblical studies for many mission
agencies.
Certificate Requirements
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Minimum 32 total semester hours credit
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Minimum 18 hours of Bible, theology, and a worldview development
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Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA
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Satisfactory evidence of sound Christian character and doctrinal views. Students will not be accepted as
candidates for a certificate if they deny any of the doctrines as stated in the Doctrinal Standard, if they
affirm error in Scripture, or if they believe in the ultimate salvation of all people.
(Exception: A candidate
nee not affirm th premillennial position express in section 8 of the Doctrinal Standard.)
Course of Study
32
Fall
17
BIB 1114
Old Testament Survey: Torah & History
3
BIB 1120
New Testament Survey
3
BIB xxxx
Bible Elective
3
HIS 1210
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 1
3
ICS 1210
Discovering the Mission of God
3
SOC 1112
CIU 101
2
Spring
15
BIB 1115
Old Testament Survey: Poetry & Prophecy
3
BIB xxxx
Bible Elective
3
HIS 1211
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 2
3
MSD 1120
Evangelism and Discipleship
3
THE 2110
Survey of Bible Doctrine
3
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