The Certificate in Biblical Studies is ideal for anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of the Bible and effectiveness in ministry, but is currently unable to pursue a full academic degree. After completing the Certificate in Biblical Studies, students may apply the credits earned in the program towards an Associate of Biblical Studies or Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree from Clarity Christian College.
MIN 101 Evangelism and Discipleship: This course examines the message and methods by which a person is led to Jesus Christ. It also examines what a disciple is and how a disciple is made. The course presents the motivation and command for making disciples, defines the gospel message, and emphasizes the necessity of the work of the Holy Spirit in evangelism and discipleship.
THE 101 Survey of Christian Doctrine I: This course surveys the biblical doctrines of the Bible, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, angels, humanity, and sin. Within a Protestant, evangelical framework, the course emphasizes what has been believed by historical Christianity.
THE 102 Survey of Christian Doctrine II: This course surveys the biblical doctrines of salvation, the church, and the last things. Within a Protestant, evangelical framework, the course emphasizes what has been believed by historical Christianity.
THE 103 Spiritual Life: This course examines the biblical principles (such as grace, Christian liberty, and humility) and practices (such as prayer, fasting, giving, participating in corporate worship, service, and Bible study) that guide the lives of maturing Christians.
BIB 203 Romans and Galatians: This course examines the structure, purpose, biblical theology, and application of Romans and Galatians, emphasizing key themes such as the sinfulness of humanity, justification, sanctification, the gospel, Christian liberty, and the responsibilities of the believer.
BIB 103 Old Testament Survey: This course surveys the Old Testament in light of its cultural, historical, and literary situation and traces the themes of creation, fall, and redemption. Students become familiar with the message of each Old Testament book and learn to apply Old Testament teaching appropriately.
THE 106 Survey of Church History: This course traces the origin, development, and refinement of Christian theology from the Apostolic era to the present, with an emphasis on the major creeds, figures, events, and controversies of church history.
THE 104 Christian Worldview and Apologetics: This course analyzes how a Christian perspective influences the way Christians think about issues such as creation, evolution, evil, morality, other religions, and social justice. This course also examines the plausibility of the Christian faith, highlighting the reliability of the Scriptures and the historicity of Jesus and his resurrection.
BIB 101 Bible Study Methods: This course introduces a systematic approach to interpreting the Bible, in which students observe, interpret, apply, and correlate Scripture within the framework of Christian theology and history.
BIB 104 New Testament Survey: This course surveys the New Testament in light of its cultural, historical, and literary situation. The course presents intertestamental period and the life and teaching of Jesus and the first-century church. Students become familiar with the message of each New Testament book and learn to apply New Testament teaching appropriately.
