Master of Biblical Studies

Master of Biblical Studies Degree Online Program Description

The Master of Biblical Studies Program (MBS) is 36 semester hours in length and provides a Biblical foundation of study for individuals so they may more ably understand the Word.

Each student will be assigned a mentor to help him, or her, throughout the program.

A thesis may be substituted with two (2) additional courses.

Costs: Tuition: Approx. $4345, Text Books: As required.

Approx. Total Cost w/o Books: $4345.

Enhancement: Bimodal learning is now available. You may read and listen to your course with our new ReadSpeaker program directly embedded into it. This enhances learning and is excellent for English as a second language or for individuals with vision impairment.

GBTH 520 The Holy Spirit

This course in pneumatology defines the works and teachings of the Holy Spirit in relationship to the Messianic Kingdom of God. The course defines the Trinity, the personality of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit‘s works in the Old Testament, Baptism in the Holy Spirit, and the Nine Spiritual Gifts.

GBOT 510 The Life of Moses

This course is a detailed look at the life of Moses. It teaches of his early life and his burning bush experience. It outlines God’s will for the Israeli people and the giving of the Torah. Other topics of this course include: Pharaoh’s attempt at compromise, handling discouragement, the Red Sea experience, overcoming bitterness and following instructions.

GBNT 550 The Reign of Grace

This course identifies grace from an Old and a New Testament perspective. It describes being under the law, slaves to sin, and freedom that is found in the Messiah. Other topics found in this course are: slaves to righteousness, doctrine of emptiness, walking in the Spirit, the eternal plan of God and being Super-conquerors.

GADM 522 Principles of Leadership

This course emphasizes the need for leadership in the ministry. It discusses how to be proactive for the Gospel. Being a team player is one of the strongest topics of this course. To be a team player one must: Be adaptable, be committed, be able to communicate, and be disciplined.

GBNT 520 New Testament Survey III

This course gives an overall survey of Galatians through the Book of Revelations. Each book is outlined and discusses the overall message of the book. It gives vital historical information to help the student create a timeline of events to aid in understanding the Bible better.

GBOT 540 The Psalms Book One

This course gives a detailed view of Psalms one through Psalms forty-two. It discusses the thoughts and methods used by the psalmist, as well as the timeless meanings of the texts. It gives a modern perspective on the Psalms from the historical past.

GBTH 542 The Gifts of the Spirit

This course deals specifically with the Gifts of the Spirit. It defines each one separately and talks of its workings and how it applies to the church today. It also tells of the Gifts, when look at as a whole, bring into manifestation the Kingdom of God.

GBTH 532 The Believer’s Anointing

This course discusses the five anointings; The Prophet, The Priest, The King, The Leper, and The Messianic. It gives the characteristics of each anointing and gives the overall view of how the first four are a culmination in the Messianic Anointing.

GBTH 553 Spiritual Warfare III

This course deals with overcoming conflict that is caused by the demonic realm. It gives us information on how Jesus dealt with demons, how our decisions can be a form of warfare, spiritual management, mind management and weapons of our warfare.

GMIS 560 Religions of the World

This course is a comprehensive study of world religions, including false cults in comparison to Christianity. It discusses the aspects of secular religions and non-Christian religions. The formation of cults and the occult are discussed in detail to give the believer information on how to recognize that which strays from the Christian faith.

Thesis 

In Lieu of taking the Thesis, a student may opt to take two additional courses from the Master of Ministry Program.

 

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