Master of Theology
  Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 152 (Bachelor's plus 32 Hours)
 (less life, work, ministry and transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
       Hours required over the track are made up of life/work/ministry (LWMT) credits, prerequisites and electives.
  

• HIS-8053-4 History of Israel
• This survey has established itself as an important course  in Bible colleges and seminaries. It serves as background tool in the pursuit of a theology degree. The usefulness of this course is enhanced by a section on the inter-testamental period.
• TH-5114 Old Testament Theology I
• This course is a modified systematic model for use as a core text in the study of Theology. The text is up-to-date, readable and user friendly.
• TH-5134 Doctrines of Christian Faith
• A presentation of the key doctrines of the Christian faith. Designed as a core text for introductory courses in Christian theology and doctrine.
• TH-5164 Integrative Theology 1
• TH-5174 Integrative Theology II
• TH-5184 Integrative Theology III
• These three courses cover an in-depth study of  Integrative Theology will help Christians establish a solid, biblical foundation for their faith; learn to defend what they believe without contradiction and in the face of conflicting opinions; and practically apply their convictions to spiritual growth, service and communicating the gospel to others.
• One book is required for the three courses.
• TH-51104 Applied Systematic Theology
• This is an excellent course for discussions of Bible Doctrines at the introductory and advanced college level. core study used widely at both the college and seminary levels.
• TH-51114 Old Testament Revisited
• This course will give the student a comprehensive understanding of the Old Testament as a whole. It will provide the student with the highlights of the entire scope of the thirty-nine books of the Old Testament, including pivotal events, important dates, significant geographical locations and key characters.

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Master of Ministry Track
  Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 152 (Bachelor's plus 32 Hours)
(less life, work, ministry and transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
                     Hours required over the track are made up of life/work/ministry (LWMT) credits, prerequisites and electives.
  

• MIN-5204 Exegesis - New Testament
• This course provides step-by-step analysis of exegeting the New Testament for study or sermon preparation. Devised for those with minimal Greek. It reflects the introduction of many new secondary materials, computer-aided research and rhetorical criticism's presence in exegetical materials.
• MIN-5214 Heartfelt Preaching
• This course focuses on the person of the preacher in the preaching task. It discusses the importance of preaching from the inside rather from tradition.
• MIN-5224 Conflict Management II
• Conflict arises in all levels of the church. Pastors, associate pastors, deacons, elders and church members have different opinions. The pastor is often appointed by default as the mediator.
• MIN-5234 Seniors Ministry
• A theology on aging. This course speaks directly and compassionately about the sometimes painful transition to retirement and beyond. Concentrates on the inner needs of seniors, including spiritual needs and the need to have a purpose in life.  Provides valuable insight for anyone working with seniors.
• HIS-8053-4 History of Israel
• This survey has established itself as an important course  in Bible colleges and seminaries. It serves as background tool in the pursuit of a theology degree. The usefulness of this course is enhanced by a section on the inter-testamental period.
• MIN-5274 Revival
• A Course that gives a complete treatment of revival covering such areas as the place of faith and prayer in relation to revival, revival methods, hindrances to revivals and instructions for new Christians.
• MIN-52104 Ministry in Missions
• A course for missionaries and those with a heart for missions. It lays sound theological and strategic foundations for the missionary of today. Gives insight into difficulties encountered on the mission field caused by language barriers, customs, cultures and communication of the message of Jesus Christ
• MIN-52114 Old Testament Revisited
• This course will give the student a comprehensive understanding of the Old Testament as a whole. It will provide the student with the highlights of the entire scope of the thirty-nine books of the Old Testament, including pivotal events, important dates, significant geographical locations and key characters.

Master of Ministry Track - Counseling Emphasis
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 152 (Bachelor's plus 32 Hours)
(less life, work, ministry and transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
                     Hours required over the track are made up of life/work/ministry (LWMT) credits, prerequisites and electives.
  
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• CC-5314 Techniques of Christian Counseling
• A course designed to help the student distinguish the importance of counseling in his/her own particular ministry. The student will learn techniques of the ministry counseling in the local church. Emphasis will be placed on the use of the Bible in counseling with direct application to a variety of counseling situations.
• CC-5324 Counseling Ethics
• A training for counseling students in which in-depth individual topics including ethical and legal considerations are researched. The course will sensitize the student to the necessary relationship between counseling practice and his/her own assumptions.
• CC-5344 Crisis Counseling
• An examination of major stress and points from birth to death. Attention is given to pragmatic and therapeutic responses to crisis points.
• CC-5354 Counseling for Substance Abuse and Addiction
• A course with emphasis on techniques for ministers and lay persons involved in Christian counseling for substance abuse and addiction.
• CC-5374 Counseling Families
• In co-dependent situations, it is often impossible to effectively counsel a single member of a dysfunctional family.  Counseling families equips the counselor for mediation and individual counseling of family members.
• CC-5384 Case Studies in Counseling
• This course seeks to answer the question: What is Christian counseling? The answers come in the midst of a wealth of pertinent case studies.
• CC-5394 Case Studies on Counseling Youth
• This course offers a comprehensive guide which contains  hard-hitting, relevant information on a wide variety of personal issues. Each chapter begins with a case history followed by a discussion of the causes and effects of the problem,  a biblical perspective, and the suggested response. The text contains a comprehensive, up-to-date resource for the 50 major issues  facing today's youth.
• CC-53104 Marriage Counseling
• An essential reference for counselors, therapists and pastors, this course offers a  comprehensive manual for assisting couples over common rough spots and through serious problems in a manner  that is compassionate and effective yet in a brief amount of time. It shows how to be strategic in each counseling situation by including teaching,  training, exercises, forgiveness, modeling and motivation.

 

Master of Christian Education Track
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 152 (Bachelor's plus 32 Hours)
(less life, work, ministry and transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
Hours required over the track are made up of life/work/ministry (LWMT) credits, prerequisites and electives.
  
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• ED-5404 Instructional Training
• A course giving a systematic guide to instructional planning based on learning to set goals, and develop and implement strategies for reaching them.
• ED-5414 Teaching Ministry in the Church
• Brings into one course the entire range of concerns for who are preparing to administer Christian education in a local church.
• HIS-8053-4 History of Israel
• This survey has established itself as an important course  in Bible colleges and seminaries. It serves as background tool in the pursuit of a theology degree. The usefulness of this course is enhanced by a section on the inter-testamental period.
• ED-5434 Church Administration II
• This course is divided into four reference sections: Church and Law, Church Finances, Church Facilities and Church Personnel. Subjects covered: medical liability, office management, obstacles to good stewardship, cash-flow management and budgeting.  The contemporary church is a business and must be managed as a business. This course is a standard for pastors, priests, deacons, elders and lay leaders.
• ED-5474 Communication Techniques
• Revitalizes teachers and Bible study leaders with effective communication techniques. Offers plans for gaining high performance for low achievers. Shows the teacher techniques that causes students to remember three times more than normal.
• ED-54104 Basics of Christian Education
• The title, Basics of Christian Education, may give the connotations of an introductory course, but as the student progresses through the course an enormous amount of valuable information surfaces.
• ED-54114 Discipleship
• This course is based upon the foremost pattern of instruction as given during Christ's Sermon on the Mount. The text contains four-hundred pages of discipleship as taught by the Teacher of teachers.
• ED-54134 Pastoral Supervision
• A course designed to help the pastor or counselor supervise those assigned to pastoral care duties such as lay counseling. Many churches have a staff of pastoral care personnel. This course will help to guide these lay people in the right direction.

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<>Master of Christian Church Leadership Track
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 152 (Bachelor's plus 32 Hours)
(less life, work, ministry and transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
  
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• CL-5504 Leadership Assessment
• Based on biblical principles and leadership research, this course includes tools for leadership assessment and shows how to improve all aspects of church leadership.
•  CL-5514 Team Leadership
• Paul, nurturing new converts. Barnabas, trusting others to develop their own gifts. Christ, choosing twelve to continue His ministry. In place of dogmatic control, personality worship, and power plays, this course lays the biblical base for servant leadership.
• CL-5524  Spiritual Leadership
• The text for Spiritual Leadership is one of the most highly regarded and bestselling books, encouraging leaders in business and church to follow God's design for success. This companion interactive study personalizes the experience of learning the ways in which God develops, guides, and empowers spiritual leaders.
• CL-5534 Leadership in the Old Testament
• What did God have in mind when He saw Joshua as a young slave in Egypt? How did He mold and shape Joshua to prepare him for service? Through Joshua and numerous examples from their own lives, this course creates a picture of God's ways, offering deep insight that students can apply to their own lives. Purpose, Obedience, Faith, Character, and Influence are among the themes that are included in the course.
• CL-5544 Hearing God’s Voice
• God speaks to individuals in ways that are personal and unique to each person. God will never say anything that contravenes what He has said in the Bible, and usually He confirms what He has said. After you learn to listen to God, hearing from God will be as natural as communicating with a close friend.
•  CL-5554 Fairness in Leadership
• Avoiding the pitfalls of both radical feminism and reactionary conservatism, this course traces a new path through the thicket of issues; biblical, theological, psychological and practical. It will establish and affirm common ground in the debate over men and women in the church.
•  CL-5564 Jesus, the Model of Leadership I
• When you're working “above the line,” you're in your unique success zone. You are leading with excellence and character in the way that best fits your strengths. This course provides tools to help students find success in their work and personal relationships by better understanding their own tendencies. It reveals which above the line behaviors are most productive and shows how to avoid destructive “below the line” attitudes. Using Jesus as the model of the ideal balanced leader, it offers practical tips students can use to incorporate above-the-line strengths into everyday life.
• CL-5574 Jesus, the Model of Leadership II
• Combining a fresh examination of Jesus' ministry with the insights of the best recent discussions of leadership, the text of this course challenges readers to become transformational leaders on the job, in the church, and in the public arena. It also includes a study guide.

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Master of Divinity Track
Track 60 Hours - Total Hours Required 180 (Bachelor's plus 60 Hours)
No life/work/ministry credits will be accepted.
Transfer credits from approved theological institutions will be evaluated.
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
  

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Purpose:
1.  Enhances the ability to understand and make use of the basic documents of faith, i.e., Scripture, creeds and traditions of the church.
2.  Enhances the ability to think theologically through familiarity with methods and content of Christian thought.
3.  Enhances the ability to communicate clearly through preaching, teaching, and writing. It  provides leadership and counsel in the service of the church.
4.  Enhances the ability to understand in theological terms, the sociological, ideological, and political aspects of the cultures in which the church ministers.
5.  Enhances the ability to practice ministry in an appropriate  style.

• TH-5164   Integrative Theology I
• TH-5164   Integrative Theology II
• TH-5174   Integrative Theology III
• These three courses cover an in-depth study of  Integrative Theology will help Christians establish a solid, biblical foundation for their faith; learn to defend what they believe without contradiction and in the face of conflicting opinions; and practically apply their convictions to spiritual growth, service and communicating the gospel to others.
• One book is required for the three courses.
• MIN-5204  Exegeting The New Testament
• This course provides step-by-step analysis of exegeting the New Testament for study or sermon preparation. Devised for those with minimal Greek. It reflects the introduction of many new secondary materials, computer-aided research and rhetorical criticism's presence in exegetical materials.
• MIN-5224  Conflict Management II
• Conflict arises in all levels of the church. Pastors, associate pastors, deacons, elders and church members have different opinions. The pastor is often appointed by default as the mediator.
• MIN-52114 Old Testament Revisited
• This course will give the student a comprehensive understanding of the Old Testament as a whole. It will provide the student with the highlights of the entire scope of the thirty-nine books of the Old Testament, including pivotal events, important dates, significant geographical locations and key characters.
• MIN-3213-4  Social Ministry
• The text of this course is biblically rooted, historically informed, theologically thorough, and eminently practical. It deals with contemporary social issues using Christian ministry.
• CC-5324   Counseling Ethics
• A training for counseling students in which in-depth individual topics including ethical and legal considerations are researched. The course will sensitize the student to the necessary relationship between counseling practice and his/her own assumptions.
• CC-53104  Marriage Counseling
• An essential reference for counselors, therapists and pastors, this course offers a  comprehensive manual for assisting couples over common rough spots and through serious problems in a manner  that is compassionate and effective yet in a brief amount of time. This course features Freedom  Practical Application Project testing.
• ED-5434   Church Administration II
• An essential reference for counselors, therapists and pastors, this course offers a  comprehensive manual for assisting couples over common rough spots and through serious problems in a manner  that is compassionate and effective yet in a brief amount of time. This course features Freedom  Practical Application Project testing.
• ED-5474   Communication Techniques
• Revitalizes teachers and Bible study leaders with effective communication techniques. Offers plans for gaining high performance form low achievers. Shows the teacher techniques that causes students to remember three times more than normal.
• ED-54104  Basics in Christian Education
• The title, Basics of Christian Education, may give the connotations of a introductory course, but as the student progresses through the course an enormous amount of valuable information surfaces.
• DIV-5504  Thesis Phase I
• DIV-5514  Thesis Phase II
• DIV-5524  Thesis Phase III

Refer to the Master's thesis guidelines.

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Doctorate of Theology Track
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 184 (Master's plus 32 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives..
  
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• TH-7004 Eschatology I (Sections 1-4)
• A core text for continuing systematic theology focusing on the person and work of the Holy Spirit, the Christian life, the church and last things.
• TH-7094 Eschatology II (Sections 5-7)
• A continuation of TH-7004
• TH-7014  Historic Christianity
• A course that details the historical growth of the Christian church from 5 B.C. to the 20th century. All of the prominent church bodies and characters are studies. The text includes maps, charts, pictures and enlarged bibliographies.
• TH-7044 Evangelistic Theology
• The student will become familiar with the various elements of contemporary Theology, especially as it applies to evangelism. The learner will be able to transfer these findings into practical and relevant terms which can be applied and taught to others in understandable categories.
• TH-7054 Old Testament Theology II
• The course's approach involves an intensive interchange with international scholarship, including Jewish biblical studies, and emphasis on the question of the canon. Important themes of Old Testament theology are developed, among them revelation and history, creation and salvation history, covenant, and paradigms of exegesis.
• TH-7064 Dissertation Phase 1
• TH-7074 Dissertation Phase 2
• TH-7084 Dissertation Phase 3
•  See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.




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Doctorate of Ministry Track
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 184 (Master's plus 32 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  
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• MIN-7194  Supervision of Ministries
• A course designed to help the pastor or counselor supervise those assigned to pastoral care duties such as lay counseling. Many churches have a staff of pastoral care personnel. This course will help to guide these lay people in the right direction.
• MIN-7124 Advanced Homoletics
• Utilizing the tools acquired as a result of the successful completion of this course, the student will be able to read, analyze and critique the sermons of Gospel preachers. The student will become acquainted with the requirements and preparation methods of effective Gospel preaching, as well as the fundamentals of actual sermon delivery.
• MIN-7134 Intrinsic Healing II
• When the world makes no sense there are biblical solutions for struggles with depression, anxiety, panic, addictions and guilt. Solutions lie in the development of basic undeveloped tasks that you may have failed to complete when growing up and tasks that bring changes that heal. Offers help in taking on the likeness of the one that created you.
• MIN-7144 Salvation in the Old Testament
• A course that explores Old Testament texts which relate to the doctrine of salvation. Hidden within the pages of the Old Testament are the contemporaries of the New Testament salvation.  Righteousness, justice, and holiness are major themes of the Old Testament. Paradoxically, God, who is opposed to evil and sin, comes to save those who are sinful, unrighteous, unjust, and unholy. The student will explore the Gospel as it begins to appear in the Old Testament.
• MIN-7154 Principles of Church Evangelism
• A course designed to assist students in learning and understand basic Biblical principles and practical procedures for personal and church evangelism. It reaches not only the inside, but also the outside the church proper.
• MIN-7164 Dissertation Phase 1
• MIN-7174 Dissertation Phase 2
• MIN-7184 Dissertation Phase 3
•   See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.



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Doctorate of Ministry Track - Counseling Emphasis
Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 184 (Master's plus 32 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  
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• CC-7214 Intrinsic Healing II
• When the world makes no sense there are biblical solutions for struggles with depression, anxiety, panic, addictions and guilt. Solutions lie in the development of basic undeveloped tasks that you may have failed to complete when growing up and tasks that bring changes that heal. Offers help in taking on the likeness of the one that created you.
• CC-7234 Counseling Concepts
• The student will learn to explain and identify the objections of those who are psychologically oriented. Basic counseling concepts  will enable the student to teach others these principles.
• CC-7244 Solving Marriage Problems
• Emphasis will be placed on the use of the Bible in counseling with direct application to a variety of counseling situation, especially geared toward solving marriage problems.
• CC-7254 Supervision of Pastoral Care
• A course designed to help the pastor or counselor supervise those assigned to pastoral care duties such as lay counseling. Many churches have a staff of pastoral care personnel. This course will help to guide these lay people in the right direction.
• CC-7294 Family Ministry
• This course includes the definition and role of a family, a biblical perspective, the general shape of family ministry in the church, how a church becomes a "family," effective administration and specialized aspects.
• CC-7264 Dissertation Phase 1
• CC-7274 Dissertation Phase 2
• CC-7284 Dissertation Phase 3
•  See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.



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Doctorate of Christian Education Track
  Track 32 Hours - Total Hours Required 184 (Master's plus 32 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree and Core Curriculum if required - Click here for details
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  
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• ED- 7394 Directing Christian Education
• This course for church educators gives a biblical foundation for jobs in Christian education as well as specific suggestions to get church education program in tip-top shape.
• ED-7314 Teaching for Results
Dr. Edge, the author of the text for this course, says that Bible teachers' success lies in their ability to establish and achieve teaching goals. This course is a classic resource for ministers of education and Sunday School teachers.
• ED-7334 Developing Counseling Strategy
• The student will review a whole range of opinions concerning the place of counseling in the local church. While acquiring a knowledge base for the development of a counseling stratagem in his/her own church, the student will  become familiar with the practices and techniques of training others.
• ED-7344 The Effective Minister of Education
• This course contains essential information for those preparing to serve as a director of education. It discusses the calling, the qualifications, the roles, the responsibilities and the rewards of Christian Education.
• ED-73104 Progressive Leadership
• This course for church leaders focuses on the relationships, structures, and processes common to the religious congregation. The emphasis is on transforming people through the identification and maximization of effective processes within.
• ED-7364 Dissertation Phase 1
• ED-7374 Dissertation Phase 2
• ED-7384 Dissertation Phase 3

  See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.

Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  

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• DRR-9004 Advanced Apologetics
• This course brings together the most popular and heart-stirring presentations in defense of Christianity. It is designed not only for the pastor, but anyone who feels a need to know more about Christ and His ways and the desire to see His humanity.
• DRR-9014 – A Study of the Church Fathers
• This course offers a clearly written text that ushers in an accessible introduction to ten church fathers who shaped the way we worship and read the Bible today.
• DRR-9024 Self-Directed Study Research
• Student’s choice of reference materials and subject – must be approved
• DRR-9034 Christian Philosophy I
• This course offers a lively and thorough introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective introduce you to the principal subdisciplines of philosophy, including epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, ethics and philosophy of religion, and show how such knowledge can aid Christians in the tasks of apologetics, polemics and systematic theology.
• DRR-9044 Christian Philosophy II
• A continuation of DRR-9034
• DRR-9054 Assigned Research – The First Council of Nicea
• Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-9064 Elective
• Choice of course chosen from the FBCS Catalog
• DRR-9074 Self-Directed Study Research
• Student’s choice of reference materials and subject – must be approved
• DRR-9084 Assigned Research - Early Christianity in America
•  Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-9094 Elective
• Choice of course chosen from the FBCS Catalog
• DRR-90104 Assigned Research – The Non-Canonical Books
•  The anthology of gospel literature contains texts that are not a part of the authorized Bible but are of great importance for the study of Christian origins. This project is to familiarize the student with these writings which are not to be considered canon.
• DRR-90114 Self-Directed Study Research
• Student’s choice of reference materials and subject – must be approved
• DRR-90124 Dissertation Phase I
• Carefully read the dissertation guidelines.
• Submit the title, thesis statement and outline of your proposed dissertation
• DRR-90134 Dissertation Phase II
• Upon approval from the dissertation committee the student may start and complete the research.
•  DRR-90144 Dissertation Phase III
•  Submit two bound copies. One will be returned to you stamped “Accepted” or “Declined”

See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.

Doctorate of Religious Research (R.R.D.)
in Christian Counseling Psychology
(Compare to Ph.D.)
  Track 60 Hours - Total Hours Required 212 (Master's plus 60 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree or above from a Christian college or institute in Christian Counseling
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  

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• DRR-9004 Advanced Apologetics
• This course brings together the most popular and heart-stirring presentations in defense of Christianity. It is designed not only for the pastor, but anyone who feels a need to know more about Christ and His ways and the desire to see His humanity.
• DRR-9014 A Study of the Church Fathers
• This course offers a clearly written text that ushers in an accessible introduction to ten church fathers who shaped the way we worship and read the Bible today.
• DRR-90204 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-9034 Christian Philosophy I
• This course offers a lively and thorough introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective introduce you to the principal subdisciplines of philosophy, including epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, ethics and philosophy of religion, and show how such knowledge can aid Christians in the tasks of apologetics, polemics and systematic theology.
• DRR-9044 Christian Philosophy II
• A continuation of DRR-9034
• DRR-9054 Assigned Research – The First Council of Nicea
• Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90164 Major Field Reading
  
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-9084 Assigned Research - Early Christianity in America
•  Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90214 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with your major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-90194 Assigned Research –Cults in the United States
• A course about the history, leadership, and theological views of various popular sects, cults, and religious movements in the U.S. today. The newly updated text is a definitive reference work on major cult systems and is the gold standard text on cults with nearly a million copies sold. NOTICE: We did our best to find a book that does not offend any legitimate Christian sect or denomination. If you find the mention of a church or organization as a cult and you disagree, use your voice in your report to justify your belief.
• DRR-90184 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads four books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-90174 Assigned Research -The History and Development of the Bible
•  Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90124 Dissertation Phase I
• Carefully read the dissertation guidelines.
• Submit the title, thesis statement and outline of your proposed dissertation
• DRR-90134 Dissertation Phase II
• Upon approval from the dissertation committee the student may start and complete the research.
•  DRR-90144 Dissertation Phase III
•  Submit two bound copies. One will be returned to you stamped “Accepted” or “Declined”

See the Dissertation Guidelines for details.

Doctorate of Religious Research (R.R.D.)
(choose from below)

• Christian Apologetics
• Eschatology
• Theology
• Christian Education
• Ministry
• Biblical History
• Youth Ministry
  
• <>Or Choose your own Major
<>(Subject to approval)

(Compare to Ph.D.)
  Track 60 Hours - Total Hours Required 212 (Master's plus 60 hours)
(less transfer credits)
Prerequisite: Master's degree or above from a Christian college or institute
Hours required over the track are made up of prerequisites and electives.
  

• DRR-9004 Advanced Apologetics
• This course brings together the most popular and heart-stirring presentations in defense of Christianity. It is designed not only for the pastor, but anyone who feels a need to know more about Christ and His ways and the desire to see His humanity.
• DRR-9014 A Study of the Church Fathers
• This course offers a clearly written text that ushers in an accessible introduction to ten church fathers who shaped the way we worship and read the Bible today.
• DRR-90204 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-9034 Christian Philosophy I
• This course offers a lively and thorough introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective introduce you to the principal subdisciplines of philosophy, including epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, ethics and philosophy of religion, and show how such knowledge can aid Christians in the tasks of apologetics, polemics and systematic theology.
• DRR-9044 Christian Philosophy II
• A continuation of DRR-9034
• DRR-9054 Assigned Research – The First Council of Nicea
• Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90164 Major Field Reading
  
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-9084 Assigned Research - Early Christianity in America
•  Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90214 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads two books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-90194 Assigned Research –Cults in the United States
• A course about the history, leadership, and theological views of various popular sects, cults, and religious movements in the U.S. today. The newly updated text is a definitive reference work on major cult systems and is the gold standard text on cults with nearly a million copies sold. NOTICE: We did our best to find a book that does not offend any legitimate Christian sect or denomination. If you find the mention of a church or organization as a cult and you disagree, use your voice in your report to justify your belief.
• DRR-90184 Major Field Reading
• Student chooses and reads four books (not less than 200 pages each) that coincide with the chosen major field. He/she then must submit the title, author and ISBN to FBCS for approval.
• DRR-90174 Assigned Research -The History and Development of the Bible
•  Student’s choice of reference materials
• DRR-90124 Dissertation Phase I
• Carefully read the dissertation guidelines.
• Submit the title, thesis statement and outline of your proposed dissertation
• DRR-90134 Dissertation Phase II
• Upon approval from the dissertation committee the student may start and complete the research.
•  DRR-90144 Dissertation Phase III
•  Submit two bound copies. One will be returned to you stamped “Accepted” or “Declined”

Electives
These courses are called "Free Electives" because they are not assigned to any particular degree track. They are not free of charge.

Disclaimer: These courses are offered as free electives and are not required for any major field of study. Some receive doctrinal treatment. They are here for your convenience and personal interest. If you do choose a course from this section as a free elective, you will receive full credit as with any other course.
  


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• ADM-8013 Handling and Avoiding Church Debt
• Unlocking the jail cell of debt, this course gives suggestions on specific ways churches can speed up debt-reduction, expand ministries without taking on more debt, and stay financially free. Surveys scripture for advice to the church that seeks to borrow or lend. Notes that prayer, healthy modeling and biblical teaching are necessary for the pastor who wants church members to embrace the debt-free strategy.
• ALT-1003-4 Christian Composition
• This is a new course for those students who feel they need a refresher in English composition. If requested, it will replace one course in the students degree track. It is available at the undergraduate or seminary level. The author is Dr. Julia Cooke, a branch vice president and member of the FBCS staff.
• BIB-30123 Chronology of Christ
• Studies Scripture and extra-biblical sources to determine key dates in the life of Christ. Examines the date of his birth, the commencement of his ministry, the duration of his ministry, the day and year of his crucifixion. Bibliography and index. Biblical Studies, Life and Teachings of Christ
• BIB-30133 The Works of Jesus
• Traces the events of Jesus' life from his birth to his ascension. Frequently cites the best of other works written about Christ. Contains an expanded outline of the life of Christ, historical and geographical  background material, indexes, and studies. Life and Teachings of Christ
• BIB-30153 Typology
• A concise study of the tabernacle, its symbolism and types. The text is bound in a looseleaf format to allow for page removal. Permission is granted for duplication. It includes a large wall chart and several smaller ones.
• BSC-1063B-I Spiritual Warfare Alternate I (all three of the BSC-1063B courses use one textbook)
  
• A deeper study on the subject of spiritual warfare
  
• BSC-1063B-I Spiritual Warfare Alternate II
• Continuation of BSC-1063B-I
  
• BSC-1063B-I Spiritual Warfare Alternate III
• Continuation of BSC-1063B-II
• CCEX173-4 Critical Problems in Children...
• A course dealing with emotional problems in children that are beyond the normal.
• CC-33173 Overcoming the Old Nature
• This course gives new hope to those struggling with the old nature who are unable to hide pain and guilt of shortcomings behind smiles. The text  proposes a startling "new" model: a  spiritual community that offers a higher level of acceptance and love, and a chance to develop stronger, healthier  passions to replace the sinful passions of our old nature.
• CC-33183 Short Term Marriage Counseling
• This is a course that is for the professional helper. It  provides a model for short-term marriage counseling which is biblical, practical, and compassionate. Evaluations of five major approaches to marriage counseling are included as an appendix of the text.
• CC-33203 Healing for Victims of Abuse
• Victims of abuse - any abuse - need to know how other people have made it through the recovery process. A victim of incest herself, the author of the text understands the myriad emotions that victims struggle with and offers ten proven steps toward recovery.
• CC-33213 Recovering from the Past
• This course offers a practical and prayerful guide to healing the hurt that may have occurred in the eight stages of life as described   by psychologist Erik Erikson.
• CC-53114 Healing Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse
• Someone you know has been sexually abused.  A recent study indicated that 38% of the women interviewed had been sexually abused by an adult or family  member by the age of 18. This course is an intensely personal and specific look at this most "soul deadening" form of abuse.  Personal because it may be affecting you, your spouse, a close friend or neighbor, or someone you know well at  church. And specific because it goes well beyond the general issues and solutions normally discussed.

This course requires both a text and a workbook.
• CC-33223 Song of Solomon
• A taped course in the style of Dr. Dana Carpenter. This course covers probably the most controversial book in the Bible. The Song of Solomon is often misunderstood and misinterpreted even to the point that many would like it removed and declared non canonical. Obviously, the Song of Solomon is a God-breathed marriage relationship handbook.
• CJ-3973 Evidence Law
•  Written from an advocate's perspective, the text for this course introduces how the courtroom operates and offers a glimpse into the environment that influences rulings.
• DOC-8003 Pentecostal Doctrines
• A course that provides an in-depth study of the teachings of the Bible as it examines  fundamental biblical truths in a manner that promotes growth, maturity and stability in Christians' spiritual lives. A review of the Pentecostal position, this course explores salvation, baptism in the Holy Ghost, sanctification, divine healing the final judgement and other areas of the Pentecostal faith.
• ED-5494 Women in Ministry
• This course gives a fascinating account of women in the two-thousand-year span of church history. Includes an exegetical study of relevant Scripture passages
• ED-8013 Women's Ministry
• A life-saver for those initiating new women's groups and those who want to revitalize existing women's programs. Offers compelling ways to share the gospel, recruit volunteers for women's ministry, lead Bible studies, work effectively with difficult people and minister to hurting people. Gives hints on beginning prayer chains, plan retreats, clothe and feed the needy and participate in world missions.
• HIS-8043 Baptist Heritage
• This course reviews massive amounts of information and reduced it to an informative look at  Baptist history.   The text for this course is a very readable 850 page volume that will enhance any library.
• MIN-10133 Taking Special Care to Develop your Ministry
  
• By Dr. Vincent Terrie
  
• WOR-8013 Liturgy
• Author Robert E. Webber, the author of the text, says that a worship that will have staying power is a worship that is firmly grounded in the old, yet aware of and concerned for new ways to respond to the old, old story. The course examines the biblical foundations of worship, a biblical theology of worship, a brief history of worship, and the practice of worship.