Board of Directors:
Donald R. Ruth, President
Bernice K. Ruth, Vice President
April Hawkins, Secretary
Andrea J. Barrow, Treasurer
Tim M. Wilcox
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St. John Bible Institute
Accredited by the: Association of Independent Christian
Colleges and Seminaries (AICCS), St. Charles, MO
820 New Rafe Mayer Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
Phone: 225-774-1468
Fax: 225-774-0287
“Equipping Believers to do
a work for the Master”
Bachelor of Theology Degree Requirements
(120 Credit Hours)
Donald R. Ruth, President
B.Th; Christian Bible College, 1998
M.Th./D.Th.; Andersonville Theological Seminary, 2013, 2014
Credit Hours
Prerequisites:
Completion of SJBI 3-year program
It is with great joy that we, the SJBI President, instructors and
staff, offer this Christian educational program, which has
benefitted so many in their respective ministries and in their
personal walk with the Lord. Our mission is to educate men and
women of all Christian faiths, with the Word of God, thereby
enabling them to be more effective in all areas of ministry. We
are committed to do all that we can to ensure that our students
receive quality instruction and care while enrolled at SJBI.
Our motto is “Equipping Believers to do a work for the Master”,
and God has given us a vision to do so.
Prayerfully consider joining us at St. John Bible Institute.
We hope to see you soon.
Bernice K. Ruth, Registrar and Dean of Students:
Biblical Studies Diploma; St. John Bible Institute, 2005
B.Ed./M.Ed.; Southern University, 1975/1979
Pastor Requested Courses:
PR301-7
Ministerial Ethics
3.75
PR301-8
The Origin of the Bible
3.75
PR301-9
The Person of the Holy Spirit
3.75
PR301-10
The Person of Christ
3.75
PR301-11
The Person of God
3.75
PR307-12
Hermeneutics
3.75
PR307-12
Systematic Theology
3.75
P&307-14
Eschatology
3.75
Sub-total Credit Hours
30.0
Total Credit Hours
120.0
 A cumulative 2.00 GPA (out of a possible 4.00) must be maintained
 The school does not recognize life-learning credits
 Certificates of Completion issue for each course
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90.0
Diploma in Biblical Studies Requirements
(90 Credit Hours)
Old Testament Courses:
OT101
OT102
0T103
OT104
OT105
OT106
OT107
Credit Hours
The Pentateuch
Early Israelite History
The Kingdom Period
The Post Exilic Period
Old Testament Literature
The Major Prophets
The Minor Prophets
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
New Testament Courses:
NT201 The Gospels
NT202 Acts – II Corinthians
NT203 Galatians – II Timothy
NT204 Titus – Revelations
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
In-Depth Courses:
GD301-1 Great Doctrines I
GD301-2 Great Doctrines II
LC302 The Life of Christ
BP303 Biblical Prophecy
PE304 Personal Evangelism
CH305 Church History
GP509 Galatians and Philippians (In-Depth)
HOM309 Sermon Preparation & Delivery
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
Pastor Requested Courses:
PR307-1 Discovering Your Gifts
PR307-2 The Tabernacle
PR307-3 Spiritual Leadership
PR307-5 Christian Counseling
PR307-6 Creative Bible Teaching
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
3.75
Total Credit Hours
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

90.0
A cumulative 2.00 GPA (out of a possible 4.00) must be maintained
The school does not recognize life-learning credits
Certificates of Completion issue for each course
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OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
Course OT101
Lectures 1, 2:
Lectures 3, 4:
Lectures 5, 6:
Lectures 7, 8:
The Pentateuch
Genesis
Exodus
Leviticus
Numbers and Deuteronomy
3.75 Hours
All of God’s truth that is later revealed exists in germ form in the Book of
Genesis. Exodus demonstrates that Jehovah God is a God who knows the
condition of His people, who comes down to deliver, who redeems by blood
and power, who supplies every need, who gives victory, who reveals His
holy character, and who dwells among His people. In Leviticus, God
revealed laws to prepare and secure the physical, moral, and spiritual wellbeing of the people. Numbers can be summed up in three words:
wilderness, warfare, and wandering. The course concludes with
Deuteronomy and Moses reminding the people of the law and their call to
holiness before God.
Instructor:
Course OT102
Lectures 1, 2:
Lecture 3:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth
B.Th., Christian Bible College
M.Th./D.Th., Andersonville Theological Seminary
Early Israelite History
Joshua and Judges
Ruth
3.75 Hours
Carl Armerding states that the Lord promised Joshua: Just as He had been
with Moses, so He would be with him. There was only one condition, which
Joshua had to meet - obey the Word of God without deviation. Judges
covers 300 years of history from Joshua's death to the death of Samson, the
last of 13 ''Judges'' sent by God to deliver His people. As quoted by J.
Vernon McGee, “The book of Ruth is a love story.” This little book gives
to us a picture of the wonderful relationship that exists between Christ and
His church.
Instructor:
Leroy Williams, Jr.
B.Th./M.Th./D.Th., Christian Bible College
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OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
Course OT103
Lectures 1 – 4:
Lectures 5:
The Kingdom Period
I & II Samuel and I & II Kings
I & II Chronicles
3.75 Hours
I and II Samuel comes out of the golden age of Hebrew literature. There are
four key players in this great drama - Eli, Samuel, Saul, and David. You will
see how the Lord is constant and faithful in this period of transition as Israel
becomes a monarchy. I and II Kings is the continuing account of the origin,
the rise, and development of Israel’s monarchy. Gleason Archer Jr. says,
“Whereas Kings is dominated by a prophetic interest, I and II Chronicles is
characterized by a more definitive priestly point of view.” The purpose was
that the true greatness of Israel consists in her relationship to Jehovah as a
worshipping faithful and obedient congregation.
Instructor:
Course OT104
Lectures 1, 2:
Lecture 3:
Rev. Alvin P. Joseph
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
The Post Exilic Period
Ezra and Nehemiah
Ester
Course PR307-12
Hermeneutics
3.75 Hours
This is a one-semester comprehensive study on hermeneutics, which has to do with
interpreting the Bible. God intends for us to understand His Word. However, to
consistently interpret the Bible correctly, one needs to apply certain techniques that are
necessary for proper interpretation. This course covers several commonly accepted
Bible interpretation techniques, which if followed, will allow for proper interpretation.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Basic Bible Interpretation
Roy B. Zuck
David C. Cook, Colorado Springs, CO, 1991
Instructor:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth; B.Th., M.Th. D.Th.
B.Th., Christian Bible College
M.Th./D.Th., Andersonville Theological Seminary
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
Course PR307-13
Systematic Theology
3.75 Hours
This is a one-semester course that is designed to look at the relationship between sin,
salvation and the Savior. These three doctrines are related in scripture and must be
taught as such. A proper understanding of the relationship between the three is essential
to the success of a Christian in his daily walk.
3.75 Hours
Ezra is the historical record of the first return of captives to the land of
Palestine. There, under the prophetic leadership of Haggai and Zechariah,
they would rebuild the temple. Nehemiah is a stirring record of how one
man impelled by God accomplished what everyone had said was impossible he rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem. God placed Esther, an Israelite, as the new
queen to accomplish His gracious purposes. She would be used by God to
thwart the plan of the evil Haman, who had tricked the king into passing a
law that would kill Esther's people.”
Instructor:
HERMENEUTICS
Rev. Alvin P. Joseph
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Sin, The Savior and Salvation
Robert P. Lightener. Th.D.
Thomas Nelson Publishers, Nashville, Tennessee, 1971
Instructor:
Rev. Kenneth Chandler.
B.Th., Christian Bible College
ESCHATOLOGY
Course PR307-14
Eschatology
3.75 Hours
This is a one-semester course on eschatology, which has to do with the study of the
“End Times”. This course closely examines various positions on the tribulation, the
millennium and other future events.
Textbook:
A Basic Guide to Eschatology
Author:
Millard J. Erickson
Copyright:
Baker Books, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1977
Instructor:
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Leroy Williams, Jr.
B.Th./M.Th./D.Th., Christian Bible College
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THE PERSON OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
Course PR307-9
The Person of the Holy Spirit
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study of the Person of the Holy Spirit.
More specifically, this study will focus on the indwelling power and the ministry of the
Holy Spirit, as seen from the Bible.
Course OT105
Lectures 1, 2:
Lectures 3, 4:
Lectures 5, 6:
Lecture 7:
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
The Holy Spirit
Charles C. Ryrie
Moody Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 1970
Instructor:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth
B.Th., Christian Bible College
M.Th./D.Th., Andersonville Theological Seminary
THE PERSON OF CHRIST
Course PR307-10
The Person of Christ
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study on the person of Christ. The riches
of divine revelation embodied in Jesus Christ are immeasurable. The course looks at
Christ in eternity past, Christ in the Old Testament, Christ’s incarnation, His suffering
and death, His resurrection and His future work.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Jesus Christ Our Lord
John F. Walvoord
Moody Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 1969
Instructor:
Rev. Kenneth Chandler
B.Th., Christian Bible College
THE PERSON OF GOD
Course PR307-11
The Person of God
3.75 Hours
This is a one-semester course on the person of God. God is not a person, but a Spirit.
Throughout the Bible, there are various names assigned to God. By studying the various
names for God, we come to understand His power and His person. The course explores
some 52 Biblical names of God.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
The Names of God
Ann Spangler
Zondervan Press, Grand Rapids, MI, 2009
Instructor:
Leroy Williams, Jr.
B.Th./M.Th./D.Th., Christian Bible College of Baton Rouge
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Old Testament Literature
3.75 Hours
Job
Psalms and Proverbs
Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon
Lamentations
The book of Job is God's answer to “Why should the righteous suffer?” The
Psalms are the finest expression of human devotion and delight in the
Almighty God. To read the Proverbs is to be ready for life. To believe them
is to be safe from the snares in life's pathway. Ecclesiastes recognizes God
Himself as the highest value in His creation, and that the truly meaningful life
is the life lived in His service. Song of Solomon represents an actual
occurrence in Solomon's life in which he experienced a pure and holy love.
Lamentations is a sequel to the prophecy of Jeremiah. This hymn of intense
sorrow shows men inspired by God's spirit as they seek to reach up to Him.
Instructor:
Course OT106
Lectures 1, 2:
Lectures 3, 4:
Lectures 5, 6:
Lectures 7, 8:
Rev. Alvin P. Joseph
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
The Major Prophets
Isaiah
Jeremiah
Ezekiel
Daniel
3.75 Hours
Isaiah prophesied in Judah during the reigns of four kings and during great
crises. Here you will find the practical aspects of biblical truth. Jeremiah's
duty was to proclaim the judgment of the Lord and to advise the king and the
people to submit to the enemy. Ezekiel was one of the three prophets during
this period of captivity. Here is a book that combines sobering history and
stirring prophecy. Daniel deals with three significant interpretations of
dreams and visions about the future. This book shows a God of precision and
power, a God active and involved in history.
Instructor:
Rev. Kenneth Chandler
B.Th., Christian Bible College
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OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
MINISTERIAL ETHICS
Course OT107
Lectures 1 to 4:
Lectures 5, 6:
Lectures 7, 8:
Lectures 9, 10:
Lectures 11, 12:
Course PR307-7
Ministerial Ethics
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study on ministerial ethics. This
aim of this course is to provide practical and spiritual guidance in the area of
ethics and etiquette and should be of benefit to persons, of all faiths, who share
in the work of ministering.
The Minor Prophets
3.75 Hours
Hosea, Joel, Amos, and Obadiah
Jonah and Micah
Nahum and Habakkuk
Zephaniah and Haggai
Zechariah and Malachi
Hosea means “salvation.” He married an unfaithful wife whom he forgave and
redeemed. Joel introduces the great prophetic concept of “The Day of the
Lord” and prophecies about the Holy Spirit. Amos means “bearer of a
burden.” He proclaimed the coming destruction of neighboring nations, Israel,
and Judah. In Obadiah, prideful Edom hated Israel and their doom was
predicted. God calls Jonah to preach repentance to the people of Ninevah, the
hated and evil Assyrians. Micah preached God's judgment on Samaria and
Jerusalem due to their idolatry. Nahum predicts the doom of Ninevah, 150
years after Jonah. Habakkuk dialogues with God and receives a vision of the
pending woes to come from the Babylonians. Zephaniah spoke of the great
day of the Lord that was to come to all nations and calls Jerusalem to repent.
Haggai returned after the captivity, and laid the foundation of the temple in
Jerusalem. Zechariah also returned to encourage the rebuilding of the temple.
He prophesied how Jesus would deliver Israel, be rejected, and return again.
Malachi brought God's people a message of rebuke and promise.
Instructor:
Rev. Kenneth Chandler
B.Th., Christian Bible College
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Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Ministerial Ethics and Etiquette
Nolan B. Harmon
Abingdon Press, Nashville, TN, 1978
Instructor:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth
B.Th., Christian Bible College
M.Th./D.Th., Andersonville Theological Seminary
THE BIBLE
Course PR307-8
The Bible
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study on the origin and history of
the Bible. This aim of this course is to provide students with a clear
understanding of how the Bible came to be. Through this study, students will
gain a more complete understanding of the Bible and this understanding should
result into a better appreciation for the Bible.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
From God To Us
Norman L. Geisler and William E. Nix
Moody Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 1974
Instructor:
Rev. Kenneth Chandler
B.Th., Christian Bible College
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SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP
Course PR307-3
Spiritual Leadership
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study on Spiritual Leadership that
covers the basic principles of excellence for every Believer. This course is
designed to be useful to both the lay person and leaders in various ministerial
capacities.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Spiritual Leadership
J. Oswald Sanders
Moody Publishers, Chicago, Illinois, 2007
Instructor:
April Hawkins
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES
Course NT201
The Gospels
Lectures 1, 2: Matthew
Lectures 3, 4: Mark
Lectures 5, 6: Luke
Lectures 7, 8: John
3.75 Hours
The Gospel of Matthew brings before us “The Kingdom of Heaven” or the rule of the
Heavens over this earth. You will find Jesus presented as King, the one who fulfills
Scripture, the Messiah. Mark presents the Lord Jesus Christ as the servant of God and
the servant of men. He records the call from Christ to followers who would serve Him
and the command of Christ to go and preach. Luke portrays Jesus as the perfect man
and uses the term “Son of man.” Luke also shows that Jesus is not only a perfect
human but the divine Son of God. The key verse of this gospel written by John is
found in John 20:31. “But these are written, that you might believe that Jesus is the
Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you might have life through His name.” This
is eternal life, that you might know Him, the only true God, Jesus Christ.”
Instructor:
Rev. Shelia J. Brock
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
CHRISTIAN COUNSELING
Course PR307-5
Christian Counseling
3.75 Hours
This is as one-semester course and is designed to extend the students’
knowledge in the area of Christian counseling. The textbook is a ready
reference handbook of the Bible’s answers to people’s problems.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
The Christian Counselor's Handbook
The CBN 700 Club, Ministers, and Trained Counselors
Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Wheaton, Illinois, 1987
Instructor:
Rev. Shelia J. Brock.
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
Course NT202
Acts – II Corinthians
Lectures 1, 2: Acts
Lectures 3, 4: Romans
Lectures 5, 6: I Corinthians
Lectures 7, 8: II Corinthians
3.75 Hours
The book of Acts describes the continuation of Jesus’ ministry through the Holy Spirit’s
work in men and women of faith. As we understand how these men and women worked
under the leading and anointing of the Holy Spirit we will discover timeless lessons for
how we are to live and minister today. In our study of the book of Acts and the letters to
the Roman and Corinthian churches, we see vivid pictures of how the church emerged
and functioned. In the book of Acts, we will learn how the lives of people, nations, and
world events shaped and formed the church - God’s chosen means of sharing Christ’s
message of love and hope to the world. The lives and travels of the Apostles will come
alive to us as we read and discuss how they overcame the challenges of establishing the
newborn church. From our study of the book of Romans, we will discover how to
apply the essential theology that undergirds our faith and lives as believers. In I & II
Corinthians, we discover how believers lived out their lives together in the community
of faith. These timeless principles of church organization, leadership and ministry
provided the strength and vitality that propelled the early Church it into all the world.
Learning how these principles worked then will not only strengthen, equip and inspire
us, but should also challenge our current understanding and approaches to church life.
Instructor:
Rev. Sam Williams, Jr.
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES
Course NT203
Lectures 1, 2:
Lectures 3, 4:
Lectures 5, 6:
Lectures 7, 8:
Galatians – II Timothy
Galatians and Ephesians
Philippians and Colossians
I and II Thessalonians
I and II Timothy
DISCOVERING YOUR GIFTS
3.75 Hours
Galatians is the declaration of the glorious freedom that Jesus has won for all
believers. It defends the truth of justification by faith alone, which imparts to
us incredible freedom in Jesus.
Ephesians unfolds God's wonderful
workmanship in fashioning a new and invisible spiritual organism designated
as the body of Christ. It stresses true church unity. The purpose of Philippians
is to give thanks to the believers at Philippi for a gift that they sent to Paul and
to correct friction that existed there. Paul gives words concerning Christ as the
believer's life, pattern, object, and strength. Colossians discloses the fact that
Jesus Christ is the head of the body which is the church and emphasizes that it
is in Him that all the fullness of the Godhead dwells. I and II Thessalonians
contain a rich presentation of the truth of God designed for young believers.
Paul writes about thanksgiving to God, the secret of effective Christian service,
the believer's sanctification, and the coming of the Lord. Some believed that
they were already in the tribulations of the day of the Lord. Paul corrects this
misapprehension and encourages them to go on with the Lord. I and II
Timothy are addressed to men who have the responsibility for the
administration of local assemblies. These letters reveal God's will regarding
doctrine, church administration and discipline.
Instructor:
Rev. Sam Williams, Jr.
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
Course PR307-1
Discovering Your Gifts
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study of the God given,
motivational gifts, found in the Book of Romans, chapter 12. Each gift is
discussed in detail, and the objective is that the student, upon completing the
course requirements, fully grasps the basic concepts related to each gift so that
he or she can better relate to others with whom they interact.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
Discover Your God Given Gifts
Don and Katie Fortune
Chosen Books, Grand Rapids, MI, 1987
Instructor:
April Hawkins; Diploma-Biblical Studies, B.Th..
St. John Bible Institute
THE TABERNACLE
Course PR307-2
The Tabernacle
3.75 Hours
This course is a one-semester comprehensive study of the Tabernacle that
covers the purpose, significance and symbolisms of the Tabernacle, its
furnishings, its Priests and its services during Israel’s forty (40) year wilderness
experience. This course is designed to be useful to both the lay person and the
scholar in their bible study. An earnest and prayerful study of the tabernacle,
and the purposes it served, cannot fail to increase the student’s knowledge of
the wonderful truths of redemption. Additionally, through the study of this
course, one should gain added appreciation for the ministry and passion of our
Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as the Tabernacle is most representative of Him.
Textbook:
Author:
Copyright:
The Tabernacle – Shadows of the Messiah
David M. Levy
The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, Inc., Belmawr, NJ,
1993
Instructor:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth
B.Th., Christian Bible
M.Th./D.Th. Andersonville Theological Seminary
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GALATIANS AND PHILIPPIANS
Course GP509
Galatians
Lecture 1:
Lecture 2:
Lecture 3:
Lecture 4:
Lecture 5:
Lecture 6:
Lecture 7:
Lecture 8:
Galatians and Philippians (In-Depth)
NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES
3.75 Hours
The Magna Carta of Christian Liberty
Paul's Teaching Source
Paul's Source of Doctrine
Justification by Faith
The Covenant of God
Maturity Demands Faith
Christian Liberty
The Law of Love
The Magna Carta of Christian Liberty. It has a greater effect on us today than any
constitution of freedom given to any group of people. Paul's Source of Doctrine.
Paul establishes that he had been taught by God and God alone. Paul's Rebuke of
Peter. Paul confronts Peter's segregation from those who had not been circumcised.
Justification by Faith. Paul addresses those who believed that good works could be
part of salvation. The Covenant of God. All men shall be blessed through the seed
of Abraham, namely Jesus Christ. This covenant cannot be broken. Maturity
Demands Faith. Can we go to God in intimacy? We are no longer servants, we are
sons. Christian Liberty. Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ has
made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. The Law of
Love. Paul gives practical counsel on Christian living.
Philippians
Lecture 9:
Lecture 10:
Lecture 11:
Lecture 12:
Paul's Abiding Joy
The Mind of Christ
God's High Calling
Justification by Faith
Paul's Abiding Joy. From beginning to end Paul speaks of joy, confidence, and
affection for his fellow Christians. The Mind of Christ. From prison Paul teaches
the church at Philippi about a source of joy that overflows irrespective of
circumstances. God's High Calling. The joy of humility. Paul rejoiced because he
knew God and His power regardless of the suffering. Triumphant Christian Walk.
Joy in hardship! Are we a joy and a crown to some tested and tried Christian? Is
there someone who is glad for us?
Instructor:
Rev. Alvin P. Joseph
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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Course NT204
Lectures 1, 2:
Lectures 3, 4:
Lecture 5:
Lecture 8, 9:
Lecture 10:
Lecture 11, 12:
Titus – Revelation
Titus and Philemon
Hebrews
James
I, II and III John
Jude
Revelation
3.75 Hours
Paul put Titus in charge of the church in Crete and gave him this letter of
instruction on how to do the work there. The letter to Philemon from Paul
asked him to take back his runaway slave, Onesimus, who had met Paul and
was converted to Christ. The author of Hebrews wrote in order to encourage
and energize the Christian readers into a viable and active faith in Jesus. It
appears they had begun to lose heart and were in danger of allowing unbelief
to grow. James is a book that speaks of works. It teaches that we are saved by
faith only, but saving faith never is alone. It is always accompanied by good
works. I Peter's purpose is to strengthen and comfort those believers who are
called upon to bear severe testing as a trial of their faith. II Peter warns
against church leaders allowing sin in the church for the sake of monetary gain.
Sin will bring blindness, and they will no longer look for the Lord. I, II and
III John speak about fellowship, to not belittle the deity of Jesus, to live
righteously by faith, to love one another, to resist false teachers, and to hold
fast to the faith. Jude is devoted to the great apostasy of the last days and the
conditions before the apocalyptic judgments fall. It brings to a climax all the
teaching regarding apostasy. Revelation is a book of prophecy containing
descriptions of unique animals, angels, demons, beasts, harlots, and brides.
Christ remains a central figure throughout the books record of the ages.
“Blessed is he that reads it and they that hear it and keeps those things that are
written therein.”
Instructor:
Rev. Shelia J. Brock
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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GREAT DOCTRINES
Course GD301-1
Lecture 1:
Lecture 2:
Lecture 3:
Lecture 4:
Lecture 5:
Lecture 6:
Lecture 7:
Lecture 8:
Lecture 9:
Lecture 10:
SERMON PREPARATION & DELIVERY
Great Doctrines 1
Why Believe the Bible
God the Father
God the Son
God the Holy Spirit
The Forgiveness of Sin
The Virgin Birth
The Resurrection
The Ascension
The Atonement
Redemption
Instructor:
Leroy Williams, Jr.
B.Th./M.Th./D.Th., Christian Bible College
Course GD301-2
Lecture 1:
Lecture 2:
Lecture 3:
Lecture 4:
Lecture 5:
Lecture 6:
Lecture 7:
Lecture 8:
Lecture 9:
Lecture 10:
Great Doctrines 2
Repentance
Faith
Regeneration
Justification by Faith
Assurance
Sanctification
The Life of Victory
The Believer and the World
Man’s Destiny
The Second Coming of Christ
3.75 Hours
3.75 Hours
These courses provide a good understanding of the basic doctrines of the
Christian Faith. The distinctive features of Christianity are studied. Spiritual
truths that form the foundation of the Christian world are brought forth with
resounding clarity. The student will be able to define why he believes as he
does. It is by the explanation of these truths the believer is able to effectively
explain and interpret the teachings of Scripture to those met in everyday life.
Instructor:
Course HOM306
Sermon Preparation & Delivery
3.75 Hours
Lecture 1:
How to Select a Proper Subject
Lecture 2:
How to Choose & Interpret a Text
Lecture 3:
How to Organize a Sermon
Lecture 4:
How Sermons are Classified
Lecture 5:
How to Construct a Topical Sermon
Lecture 6:
How to Construct a Textual Sermon
Lecture 7:
How to Construct an Expository Sermon
Lecture 8:
How to Gather and Use Materials
Lecture 9:
How to Prepare an Introduction & Conclusion
Lecture 10:
How to Improve the Preaching Style
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How to Improve Sermon Delivery
Lecture 12:
How to Prepare a Sermon Series
Lecture 13:
Persuasion In Preaching
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Sermon Preparation & Delivery
Nathaniel M. Van Cleave
International Bible Institute, Sante Fe Springs, CA, 1974
This course is a one semester comprehensive study on homiletics, which has to
do with structuring sermon messages. Though preaching is a Divine element,
there is also a human component involved. This study has to do with the
human part of preaching, that is, properly structuring messages so that they
may be easier understood and retained by the hearers.
Instructor:
Rev. Donald R. Ruth
B.Th., Christian Bible
M.Th./D.Th. Andersonville Theological Seminary
April Hawkins
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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CHURCH HISTORY
Course CH305
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THE LIFE OF CHRIST
Church History
The Apostolic Church
The Persecuted Church
The Imperial Church
The Medieval Church
Crusades and Monasteries
The Prelude to the Reformation
The Reformation
Reform and Puritanism in England
The Modern Church
Religion and Reform in Europe
The 18th and 19th Century Church
The 20th Century Church
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The Apostolic Church. AD 30 to 100. From the ascension of Jesus to the
death of St. John, we see the early church at Jerusalem, Antioch, Samaria, and
Philippi. The Persecuted Church. AD 100 to 313. From the death of St.
John to the Edict of Constantine, the Roman Empire invoked all it's power to
destroy Christians. The Imperial Church. AD 313 to 476. From the Edict of
Constantine to the fall of Rome, Christianity was made the Empire's religion.
The Medieval Church. AD 476 to 1453. From the fall of Rome to the fall of
Constantinople, there is 1000 years of the Middle Ages. Crusades and
Monasteries. During the Medieval Church the Romantic Movement to free the
Holy Land from the Moslems began. The Prelude to the Reformation. There
were attempts by early reformers to change the Church, but they were ignored
and persecuted. The Reformation. AD 1453 to 1648. From the fall of
Constantinople to the end of the Thirty Years' War, Martin Luther's boldness
had finally created change. Reform and Puritanism in England. Who were
John Calvin and William Farel, the Episcopalians, Puritans, and Separatists?
The Modern Church. AD 1648 to today. From the end of the Thirty Years'
War to today, there have been great movements in the church in England,
Europe and America. Religion and Reform in Europe. There came enemies
of the faith in Communism, Marxism, evolutionism, and Biblical criticism.
The 18th and 19th Century Church. What was “The Second Awakening?”
How did two world wars effect the church? The 20th Century Church. 20th
century theology has been marked by words like turmoil, radical, evangelical
and hope.
Instructor:
Leroy Williams, Jr.
B.Th./M.Th./D.Th., Christian Bible College
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Course LC302
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The Life of Christ
3.75 Hours
The Birth of Jesus
His Early Life
His Temptation
His Early Ministry in Judea and Galilee
His Teachings and Miracles
The Training of the Twelve Disciples
Moving Toward Calvary
The Upper Room Discourse
His Trail and Death
His Resurrection and Ascension
The Birth of Jesus. Jesus is the most outstanding person in all of history, and
indeed is the central figure of all time. Everett Harrison discusses the
circumstances, important factors, and prophecy surrounding His birth. His
Early Life. We only have a glimpse of Jesus' boyhood and early life. Enough
is told to enable us to know that as a child Jesus had a normal life. His
Temptation. Jesus could not begin to do the work the Father God had
commissioned Him to do until He had passed this severe test. His Early
Ministry in Judea and Galilee. Within a few months Jesus had labored in the
city of Jerusalem, Samaria, and Galilee. He covered all the main areas of
Palestine’s geography at this early stage in His ministry. His Teachings and
Miracles. What are the basic teachings of Jesus? What spiritual legacy has
He left for us? Never a man spoke like this man. The Training of the Twelve
Disciples. The command of the Lord is, “Follow Me!” The future of
Christianity and God's plan lay with twelve men chosen by Jesus. Moving
Toward Calvary. Lazarus is dramatically raised from the dead by Jesus. He
then turns to focus toward Jerusalem while evil men began to plan His
destruction. He was the people's champion as He entered the great city.
Upper Room Discourse. Jesus called His disciples together to a private place
to eat the famous Last Supper. He washes their feet, teaches them the Lord's
Supper, tells of the Holy Spirit to come, says farewell, and goes to the Garden
of Gethsemane to pray and wait. His Trial and Death. Jesus stood before the
leaders of his own nation, and before the Romans, and then they crucified Him.
His Resurrection and Ascension. Every tear of sadness at His death is
drowned out by the shouts of joy at His resurrection. Jesus is alive!
Instructor:
Rev. Sam Williams, Jr.
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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BIBLICAL PROPHECY
Course BP303
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Biblical Prophecy
The Significance of Prophecy
Major Themes of Prophecy
Hebraic Prophecy
Messianic Prophecy
Prophecies in Daniel
Prophecies of Christ
The Olivet Discourse
The Resurrection Chapter
The Anti-Christ
The Book of Revelation
PERSONAL EVANGELISM
3.75 Hours
The Significance of Prophecy. What does “prophet” mean in the Word of
God? What is the extent of prophecy in the Old and New Testaments?
Major Themes of Prophecy. There are approximately 14 major areas upon
which the light of the prophetic word falls. Hebraic Prophecy. Those
predictions beginning in Genesis through to the New Testament concerning
the history and ultimate destiny of the Hebrew People are called Hebraic
prophecies. Messianic Prophecy. The prophecies about the coming of the
Lord Jesus are by far the most important in all literature. Prophecies in
Daniel. The book of Daniel is the only panoramic survey of the great
empires of the world down to the end of the age. It has chronological
prophecy indicating the coming of the Lord. Prophecies of Christ. Jesus
talked prophetically concerning himself, the church, the Jews and the fall of
Jerusalem, the course of the age, the end of the age, and of judgment to come.
The Olivet Discourse. On the Mount of Olives during Holy Week Jesus
delivered His last pronouncement to the public. It is recorded in Matthew
24-25, Mark 13 and Luke 21. In this last discourse Jesus prophesies on the
time before, during and after the Tribulation. The Resurrection Chapter. I
Corinthians 15 talks about the Resurrection. Is there certainty in the
resurrection of Jesus? What is its importance? The Anti-Christ. Who is
this Anti-Christ, the supreme enemy of God? What will be his work? What
are his characteristics? Who are the two beasts that come against God? The
Book of Revelation. We need this final book of triumph and victory. It is a
book of conflict, of light over darkness, between the powers of evil, Satan,
and Hell against the power of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Course PE304
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What is It and Why It is Important. We need a definition that will narrow it
down within very definite limits and yet will enable us to see the breadth of
what is included in the total work of evangelism today. Who can do It and
How It is Done. How shall we go about dealing with an individual on
spiritual things? Our best instruction comes from the master disciple winner,
Jesus Christ. Areas of Faulty Thinking on the Part of Christians. Am I
good enough? What if I fail? How can I talk to people who have no interest
in religion? How can I witness when I do not love souls as I ought? How can
I witness when I know little of the Bible? What will I do when I can't answer
people's questions? What the Personal Worker Must Be. What equipment
is necessary for the work and what are the conditions for success? Making
the Approach. What are the things the soul winner must know before making
contact? Who is on your contact list and who do you invite to your home or
church? Answering Questions and Meeting Objectives. When excuses are
made we must know how to overcome them. Often they are just a smoke
screen for sin. Reaching the Decision. What are some of the difficulties?
What steps should be taken and how can we be sure the decision is intelligent
and purposeful. Conserving the Fruits of Evangelism. Having received
salvation, how do we follow-up? It is just the beginning to win someone to
Christ.
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Instructor:
Rev. Shelia J. Brock
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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Personal Evangelism
3.75 Hours
What is it and Why It is Important
Who can do It and How It is Done
Areas of Faulty Thinking on the Part of Christians
What the Personal Worker Must Be
Making the Approach
Answering Questions and Meeting Objectives
Reaching the Decision
Conserving the Fruits of Evangelism
April Hawkins
Biblical Studies Diploma/B.Th., St. John Bible Institute
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