Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (AABS)

Credit Hours

Years

The AABS program at Grace School of Theology is designed to provide a general knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. This two-year degree is ideal for those serving in the local church or other ministries who want to be further equipped for their calling.

General Education Core Competencies:

  1. Communication: Demonstrate writing and speaking skills using logic to analyze and present argumentation, and to conduct proper research skills and documentation.
  2. Information Literacy: Demonstrate basic competency in operating systems and software, use technology to locate information, evaluate its quality and applicability of information, and use that technology and information ethically.
  3. Reasoning and Critical Thinking: Demonstrate quantitative and scientific reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
  4. Biblical Worldview: Differentiate between
    biblical and secular approaches and be able to articulate and apply biblical principles in various ethical situations.

Required Courses

Foundational Core

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
RS-210
Research Writing & Technology
3
TH-300
The Life of the Believer
3
TH-310
Principles of Biblical Interpretation
3
TH-330
Doctrine of Salvation
3

Bible Exposition

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
BI-303
Pentateuch
3
BI-305
The History of Israel
3
BI-340
The Life of Christ
3
BI-342
Pauline Epistles (less Romans)
3

Systematic Theology

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
TH-407
Doctrine 1 - The Bible and God
3
TH-412
Doctrine 2 – Man, Sin and Spirit Beings
3

Ministry Skills

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
CO-310
Conflict Resolution
2
MS-425
Living The Great Commission
2

General Education Core

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
EN-103
English Composition 1
3
HI- 203
Early Church History
3
CM-103
Communication Skills
3
PH-201
Introduction to Philosophy
3
PH-202
Introduction to Apologetics
3
NS-103
Physical Science
3

Electives

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
9

Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (AABS) Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the AABS Program, you will be able to:

  1. Express a general knowledge of the books of the Bible, including key individuals, major events, and historical settings.
  2. Articulate a synthesis of every major category of systematic theology.
  3. Understand and articulate the grace principles of progressive sanctification in life and ministry.

GRACE IN ACTION

From transforming inner-city communities in Houston, Texas, to planting churches in the mountains of Nepal, Grace School of Theology students and alumni are creating ripples of grace in over forty nations, teaching and living out the love of Christ, a love that cannot be earned and cannot be lost.

Course Syllabi

Deepen Your Theological Foundation

Enhance Your Ministry Skills