Faculty of Biblical Studies
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Rationale for a Biblical Studies Program
The Biblical Studies program is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of Scripture, theology, and ministry application. Rooted in academic rigor and spiritual formation, this program fosters critical thinking, exegetical skills, and practical ministry engagement. Graduates will be prepared to serve in various capacities, including pastoral leadership, teaching, counseling, and missions, while cultivating a lifelong commitment to biblical truth and spiritual growth.
Program Levels
Certificate in Biblical Studies
A foundational program introducing students to biblical interpretation, theology, and ministry principles.
Career Options: Church assistant, Sunday school teacher, lay ministry leader, missions volunteer.
Diploma in Biblical Studies
An intermediate program deepening biblical knowledge and practical ministry skills.
Career Options: Youth pastor, church administrator, Christian educator, outreach coordinator.
Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies
A comprehensive undergraduate program integrating theology and ministry leadership.
Career Options: Pastor, missionary, chaplain, Christian counselor, theological researcher.
Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies
An advanced program focusing on exegetical methods, theological frameworks, and scholarly research.
Career Options: Seminary professor, senior pastor, biblical scholar, ministry consultant, author.
Learner Outcomes
Graduates of the Biblical Studies program will:
- Gain foundational knowledge of biblical texts, theological principles, and historical contexts.
- Develop critical thinking and analytical skills for interpreting Scripture and applying it to contemporary issues.
- Enhance communication skills for preaching, teaching, and counseling within ministry settings.
- Cultivate spiritual formation and ethical leadership for personal and professional growth.
- Engage in lifelong learning through continued theological study, reflection, and ministry practice.
This program is designed to equip ministry leaders with transformative tools for intellectual and spiritual growth, ensuring accessibility and engagement in theological education.
Biblical Studies Courses
Please note: Shiloh College reserves the right to amend, add, or delete courses at its sole discretion. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any questions you may have about these or any other courses.| INDEX | COURSE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| BIBL100 | Term papers | 4 |
| SPIR101 | Dynamic Christian Foundations | 3 |
| HERM102 | Introduction to Hermeneutics | 3 |
| SPIR103 | Christian Life | 3 |
| SPIR104 | Spiritual Foundations | 3 |
| PMIN105 | Evangelism | 3 |
| OTST106 | The Pentateuch | 3 |
| NTST107 | The Gospels | 3 |
| SPIR108 | Bible Prayer | 3 |
| PMIN109 | Principles of Praise and Worship | 3 |
| OTST110 | Minor Prophets | 3 |
| SPIR111 | Developing a teacherable Spirit | 3 |
| SPIR112 | Principles and Power of Prayer | 3 |
| BIBL113 | The Bible: Book of Books | 3 |
| NTSV114 | New Testament Survey I | 3 |
| NTST116 | Introduction to Exegesis – Romans | 3 |
| SPIR117 | Journey to Wholeness: God’s Process of Change | 3 |
| HIST118 | History of Civilization from a Christian Perspective | 3 |
| OTSV119 | Old Testament Survey I | 3 |
| PMIN120 | Spiritual Warfare | 3 |
| PMIN121 | Kingdom Living | 3 |
| THEO122 | Fundamentals of Faith | 3 |
| HIST201 | Church History I | 3 |
| PMIN202 | Authority of the Believer | 3 |
| NTST203 | Gospel of John | 3 |
| ANTH204 | Cultural Anthropology for Christians | 3 |
| NTST205 | Acts | 3 |
| BIBL206 | Cults and the Occult | 3 |
| SYST207 | Introduction Soteriology | 3 |
| PNEU208 | The Holy Spirit: Clothed with Power | 3 |
| BIBL209 | The Healing Covenant | 3 |
| BIBL210 | Interpreting Signs and Symbols | 3 |
| OTST211 | Biblical Wisdom | 3 |
| SYST212 | Christology | 3 |
| NTST213 | Hebrews | 3 |
| SYST214 | Ecclesiology | 3 |
| PMIN215 | Ministry of Helps | 3 |
| SYST216 | Eschatology | 3 |
| PMIN217 | Faith Dynamics | 3 |
| OTST218 | Tabernacle of Moses | 3 |
| PMIN219 | Blood Covenant | 3 |
| PMIN220 | The Ministry Gifts | 3 |
| HOMI221 | Introduction to Homiletics | 3 |
| BIBL222 | The Bible and Women | 3 |
| THEO223 | Royal Priesthood | 3 |
| OTSV224 | Old Testament Survey II | 3 |
| APOL225 | Christian World View | 3 |
| PMIN226 | Dynamics of Revival | 3 |
| THEO227 | The Charismata: Equipped to Serve | 3 |
| SPIR228 | Christian Character: 40 Days to the Promise | 3 |
| SPIR229 | Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| NTSV230 | New Testament Survey II | 3 |
| PMIN231 | Servanthood | 3 |
| HERM232 | Hermeneutics I | 3 |
| SPIR233 | Real Faith | 3 |
| THEO234 | New Creation Realities I | 3 |
| THEO235 | Equipping the Saints for Ministry | 3 |
| NTST301 | Corinthians | 3 |
| PAST302 | Pastoral Ministry | 3 |
| APOL303 | Apologetics | 3 |
| SYST304 | Angelology | 3 |
| PMIN306 | Finding God s Will | 3 |
| THEO307 | Demonology | 3 |
| THEO312 | Five fold ministries | 3 |
| THEO313 | Holy Spirit and His Gifts | 3 |
| ANTH314 | Anthropology | 3 |
| OTSV315 | Old Testament Survey III | 3 |
| THEO317 | New Creation Realities II | 3 |
| NTSV318 | New Testament Survey III | 3 |
| SPIR319 | Growing up Spiritually | 3 |
| NTST401 | Studies in Revelation | 3 |
| OTSV403 | Old Testament Survey IV | 3 |
| HERM404 | Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| OTST405 | The Prophets and Prophecy | 3 |
| SYST406 | Soteriology II | |
| PMIN407 | Bible Study for Small Groups | |
| HERM501 | Advanced Homiletics III | |
| BIBL502 | Biblical Theology | |
| BIBL503 | Pluralism and World Religions |