Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS)

Credit Hours

Years

The BABS program at Grace School of Theology is designed to provide a deeper knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 120-unit course of instruction designed to develop Christian character, a sound knowledge of the English Bible, and the skills appropriate for ministry in a local church, mission field, or other Christian ministry.

The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies is a Degree Completion Program meaning that Grace expects students to complete their General Education requirements (30 hours) either at Grace School of Theology or at another higher educational institution. In addition to the 30 hours of General Education credits, 90 hours will be completed at Grace School of Theology for a total of 120 credits.

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-307
Prophetic Books
3
BI-309
Poetic Books
3
BI-340
The Life of Christ
3
BI-342
Pauline Epistles (less Romans)
3
BI-343
Acts
3
BI-344
Romans
3
BI-346
General Epistles and Revelation
3

Ministry Skills

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
CO-310
Conflict Resolution
2
MS-402
Homiletics
2
MS-452
Spiritual Leadership
2
MS-425
Living The Great Commission
2
MS-430
Internship
2

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
TH-415
Doctrine 3 – Christ and the Holy Spirit
3
TH-420
Doctrine 4 – The Church and Last Things
3
TH-430
Doctrinal Summary 1
4
TH-435
Doctrinal Summary 2
4

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
EN-104
English Composition 2
3
NS-103
Physical Science
PY-101
General Psychology and Counseling
SS-204
Cultural Anthropology
MU-203
Music and Worship

Electives

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
21

Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the BABS 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. Exegete and apply Scripture using inductive methods and principles of literal-grammatical-historical principles of interpretation.
  4. Communicate biblical truth clearly and effectively.
  5. Relate effectively as a servant-leader in a local church or parachurch setting.
  6. 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