BA Minor Programs

The Bachelor of Arts in Bible/Theology is conferred upon those who satisfactorily complete the required 126-semester credit hours. The major of this program is Bible/Theology.

This program is available with various minors including:

Appalachian Ministry
Christian Apologetics
Christian Counseling
Christian Education
General Studies
Greek Language
Hebrew Language
Ministry Studies
Missions

Appalachian Ministry

As a graduate with a B.A. in Appalachian Ministry, a student will

• Demonstrate theological discernment through the exercise of a theological taxonomy that distinguishes between biblical and early Christian essentials, local Appalachian community distinctives, personal Appalachian convictions, and common theological questions and opinions that Appalachian people share.
• Acquire biblical and contextual intelligence through an intensive focus on loving, knowing, and teaching the Word of God in an Appalachian ministry context.
• Cultivate spiritual devotion that matures from a knowledge of God to worship and an integration of traditional and contemporary Appalachian spiritual disciplines and community.
• Exercise ministry competence through projects designed for future use as the student seeks to fulfill his or her ministry calling in an Appalachian ministry context.

The course progression for the Appalachian Ministry Minor is:

Christian Apologetics

As a graduate with a B.A. in Christian Apologetics, a student will

• articulate an understanding and a philosophy of Christian Apologetics.
• demonstrate the defense of the truth of Christianity in a skeptical culture.
• communicate a Christian worldview along with biblical and theological truths in communicating with others.
• exhibit basic skills in rhetorical dialogue, including biblical and historical truth-claims, logic, and philosophical ideals supporting the truth of Christianity.
• develop proficiency in becoming a resource for a local body of believers.

The course progression for the Christian Apologetics Minor is:

Christian Counseling

As a graduate with a B.A. in Christian Counseling, a student will

• articulate a biblical worldview and a biblical philosophy of counseling.
• demonstrate a knowledge of systematic theology and biblical truth.
• communicate biblical and theological truths through counseling and other appropriate means.
• implement ethically and legally informed counseling practices.
• serve with Christian character in his/her personal and professional life.

The course progression for the Christian Counseling Minor is

Christian Education

As a graduate with B.A. in Christian Education, a student will

• articulate an understanding and a philosophy of Christian Education.
• understand, analyze, and evaluate the components of curricular materials.
• understand, analyze, and evaluate the various methods, media, and agencies helpful in church administration and education.
• organize, coordinate, and administer an adequate total educational program for a local church.

The course progression for the Christian Education Minor is:

General Studies

As a graduate with a B.A. in General Studies, a student will

• exhibit Christian character in attitude and conduct in an intellectually broad range of cultural values that are in harmony with biblical truth.
• demonstrate a greater breadth and depth of perception relating to the integration of general studies and the Word of God, as defined by his/her choice of electives.
• effectively enhance his/her ministry to the local church through a broader range of knowledge.

The course progression for the General Studies Minor is:

Greek Language

As a graduate with B.A. in Greek Language Studies, a student will

• exhibit basic skills in Greek grammar, vocabulary, translation, syntax, exegesis, and the use of the language tools indicative of professionally trained leaders or lay ministers who have a vision for worldwide evangelism and Christian service.
• demonstrate proficiency in biblical knowledge and theology, literal interpretation, and homiletical skills in the communication of God’s Word thereby displaying a biblical worldview.
• exhibit the skills necessary for the proper administration, teaching, worship, and business activities of a local church.
• devise and administer a program of evangelism and world missions for the local church.
• display proficiency in using the expository method of preaching.

The course progression for the Greek Language Minor is:

Hebrew Language

As a graduate with a B.A. in Hebrew Language Studies, a student will

• exhibit basic skills in Hebrew grammar, vocabulary, translation, syntax, exegesis, and the use of the language tools indicative of professionally trained leaders or lay ministers who have a vision for worldwide evangelism and Christian service.
• demonstrate proficiency in biblical knowledge and theology, literal interpretation, and homiletical skills in the communication of God’s Word thereby displaying a biblical worldview.
• exhibit the skills necessary for the proper administration, teaching, worship, and business activities of a local church.
• devise and administer a program of evangelism and world missions for the local church.
  display proficiency in using the expository method of preaching.

The course progression for the Hebrew Language Minor is

Ministry Studies

As a graduate with a B.A. in Ministry Studies, a student will

• devise and administer a program of evangelism and world missions for the local church.
• evidence the skills necessary for the proper administration, teaching, worship, and business activities of a local church.
• demonstrate proficiency in using the expository method of preaching.
• demonstrate proficiency in biblical knowledge and theology, literal interpretation, and homiletical skills in the communication of God’s Word.

The course progression for the Ministry Studies is:

Missions

As a graduate with a B.A. in Missions, a student will

• demonstrate knowledge of the biblical basis and the historical development of missions.
• demonstrate knowledge of the theological issues involved in world missions.
• demonstrate practical skills that will guide an individual in progressing from the local church to the mission field.
• organize, co-ordinate, and administer a missions program for the local church.

The course progression for the Missions Minor is