Department: Theology

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THEO4340Contemporary TheologyNo Description Set
THEO5305Christian History and HeritageThis three-hour course is a survey of Christianity from the New Testament to the modern era. It will explore the great movements, persons, and events that have influenced the development of Christianity and give special attention to Baptist identity,...
THEO5307Old Testament Literature and InterpretationThis course provides a survey at intermediate level of the canonical literature of the Old Testament. The study focuses on using exegetical methods to interpret each writing it is appropriate historical and cultural context. It treats individual pass...
THEO5308New Testament Literature and InterpretationThis course provides a survey at intermediate level of the canonical literature of the New Testament. The study focuses on using exegetical methods to interpret each writing it is appropriate historical and cultural context. It treats individual pass...
THEO5309RomansAn intensive study of one or more of the epistles of Paul.
THEO5310The GospelsAn intensive study of one or more of the gospels (Matthew-John). This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which reflect appropriate deeper learning experiences and rigor in the...
THEO5313Applied HermeneuticsThe course provides an introduction to advanced methods of Bible study. Students gain proficiency in using Bible software for searches, word studies grammatical analysis, and translation comparison. Students learn to use tools for exegetical study s...
THEO5313Applied HermeneuticsThe course provides an introduction to advanced methods of Bible study. Students gain proficiency in using Bible software for searches, word studies, grammatical analysis, and translation comparison. Students learn to use tools for exegetical study...
THEO5317Baptist Heritage and PolityThis course is a survey of Baptist history, including origins, theological distinctives, key personalities, major movements, ministry expressions, and polity structures from the seventeenth century to the present. Special attention will be given to c...
THEO5321The Early Life and Letters of PaulHistorical and exegetical study of the early life of Paul and his epistles to the Thessalonians, Corinthians, and Galatians. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which refl...
THEO5322The Later Life and Letters of PaulHistorical and exegetical study of the later life of Paul and his epistle to the Romans, prison epistles, and pastoral epistles. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which...
THEO5336The General EpistlesAn intensive study of one or more of the General Epistles (James-Jude). This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which reflect appropriate deeper learning experiences and rigor...
THEO5345Christianity in a Pluralistic WorldThis course introduces a Christian understanding of, and a response to, a pluralistic world utilizing biblical truths. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which reflect ap...
THEO5350Systematic TheologyA study of how the biblical doctrines of Revelation, God, Man, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and Eschatology have progressed and changed throughout history in respect to specific theologians. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-...
THEO5360Special Topics in Theology and ReligionThis course examines and critically evaluates specified areas of interest related to theology and biblical studies. Students will engage current issues through the exploration of designated topics that might be time-sensitive to the life and ministry...
THEO5390Independent Study in TheologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
THEO5391Special Topics in THEOThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEO5395The Emerging Church MovementNo Description Set
THEO5398History of PentecostalismRESERVED FOR AUGUST MINI 2012 - CROSS LISTED WITH HIST 4392, RELI 4394, AND MALA 5398
THEO6301DO NOT USE!No Description Set
THEO6302Contemporary TheologyA study of the repersentative examples of recent and contemporary theologians and their systems of thought. Approaches and insights of current Biblical theologians will also be considered.
THEO6303Biblical Greek Linguistic and Exegetical ToolsAn introduction to the New Testament Greek alphabet, pronunciation, word formation, the verbal system, and syntax. Course will assist students in developing skills in the use of online concordances and lexica, as well as the use of various linguistic...
THEO6305Christian History and HeritageThe course overviews the history of Christianity from New Testament times until the modern era. The study focuses on the major movements, persons, and events that have influenced the development of Christianity with attention to some of the largest c...
THEO6306Systematic TheologyThis course surveys the following Christian doctrines: revelation and the Bible, God, humankind, sin, the person of Christ, the work of Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation and the Christian life, the church, and last things.
THEO6306Systematic TheologyThis course surveys the following Christian doctrines: revelation and the Bible, God, crea- tion, and providence, humankind, sin, the person of Christ, the work of Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation and the Christian life, the church, and last thing...
THEO6307Old Testament TheologyThis course examines the major theological themes of the Old Testament based upon the biblical text and the writings of major Old Testament theologians. The course will also examine the nature, history and method of Old Testament theology.
THEO6308New Testment TheologyThis course examines the major theological themes of the New Testament based upon the biblical text and the writings of major New Testament theologians. The course will also examine the nature, history and method of New Testament theology and the in...
THEO6311Issues in Early ChristianityThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events which shaped Christianity from its beginnings to 600 AD. Special attention is given to guided research in areas of historical, theological, ethical, and philosophical significance...
THEO6312Issues in Medieval ChristianityThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events which shaped Christianity from A.D. 600 to A.D. 1500. Special attention is given to guided research in areas of historical, theological, ethical, and philosophical significance wi...
THEO6313Issues in Reformation StudiesThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events which shaped Christianity from the rise of the Renaissance to the Peace of Westphalia in A.D. 1648. Special attention is given to guided research in areas of historical, theologic...
THEO6314Issues in American ChristianityThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events which shaped Christianity in the United States from Colonial beginnings to the present day. Special attention is given to guided research in areas of historical, theological, ethi...
THEO6315Issues in Contemporary ChristianityThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events which shape contemporary Christianity, A.D. 1900 to the present day. Special attention is given to guided research in areas of historical, theological, ethical, and philosophical...
THEO6317Baptist History & PolityThis course is a one-semester survey of the nearly 400 years of Baptist History, including origins, theological distinctives, major personalities, and worship leadership, expressions, and styles. Special attention will be given to contemporary Baptis...
THEO6318Issues in Baptist StudiesThis course examines the major issues, ideas, individuals, and events in Baptist studies. Attention is given to specialized research in areas of historical, theological, ethical, and philosophical significance with respect to the development of the...
THEO6321Biblical BackgroundsThis course is designed to give students an understanding of the geography, history, and archaeology of the biblical world that will provide them with a cultural and chronological framework for further study of both the Old and New Testaments.
THEO6322Old Testament Readings: PentateuchThis course examines the Old Testament legal books - Genesis through Deuteronomy-with special emphasis upon themes and passages of great theological import. The place of the Pentateuch in the religion of Israel, the totality of Scripture and in curre...
THEO6323Old Testament Readings: ProphetsThis course examines the Old Testament prophetic and post-exilic literature with special emphasis upon themes and passages of great theological import. The place of the Old Testament prophetic and post-exilic literature in the religion of Israel, the...
THEO6324Old Testament Readings: Psalms and Wisdom LiteratureThis course examines the Old Testament Psalms and wisdom literature with special emphasis upon themes and passages of great theological import. The place of the Psalms and wisdom literature in the religion of Israel, the totality of Scripture and in...
THEO6325Old Testament Readings: Historical BooksThis course is an in-depth study of the Historical Books of the Old Testament: Joshua to Esther. The study focuses on the historical and cultural context of these books as well as their basic themes. Additionally, the study will equip students with t...
THEO6331Pastoral Theology and Ministry PracticesAssigned THEO 6361 instead
THEO6332First Century ChristianityThis course examines the emergence and development of Christianity in the first century A.D., with special attention to a literary, historical, sociological, and theological analysis of the Acts of the Apostles.
THEO6333New Testament Readings: Synoptic GospelThis course examines the gospels of Mark, Matthew, and Luke from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. It will examine the unique perspectives of each of these gospels, as well as common significant elements and themes. This exploration...
THEO6334New Testament Readings: Johannine LiteratureThis course examines the Gospel of John, the Johannine letters, and the Revelation of John from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. It will examine major Johannine themes and, in the case of Revelation, the apocalyptic movement in gen...
THEO6335New Testament Readings: Pauline EpistlesThis course examines the Pauline Epistles from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. Attention will be given to the ministry and teaching of the Apostle Paul as recorded in the Pauline Epistles, with attention given to the life setting...
THEO6336New Testament Readings: General EpistlesThis course examines the General Epistles from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. Attention will be given to the theological message of each epistle in light of its historical circumstances. This exploration will involve examination...
THEO6337Advanced Research in Biblical andTheological StudiesThis course introduces the student to advanced biblical and theological research. Exegetical, survey, descriptive, historical, and theological methods will be examined. The form and structure of literature reviews, book reviews, and research papers/t...
THEO6350Christian EthicsThis course examines the process of Christian decision-making on moral and ethical issues in contemporary life, finding its foundations from the perspective of Scripture and Christian tradition. This examination will include insights from history, ph...
THEO6355Philosophy of ReligionThis course is a philosophical examination of fundamental religious beliefs and concepts with primary focus on the claims and warrants of Christian theism. Special attention will be given to classical and contemporary perspectives on the relationship...
THEO6360Biblical PreachingThis course is an introducation to the nature, theology, and process of preaching and teaching Christian Scriptures, with an emphasis on the application of Scriptures to the modern audience. Students will study the exegetical, hermeneutical, theologi...
THEO6360ProclamationThis course is an introduction to the nature, theology, and process of preaching and teaching Christian Scriptures, with an emphasis on the application of Scriptures to the modern audience. Students will study the exegetical, hermeneutical, theologic...
THEO6361Pastoral Theology and Ministry PracticesThis course will examine from Scripture and pastoral training materials the office, functions, and ministry practices of the pastor of a New Testament church. A pastor-theologian model will be explored, with exemplars from church history appealed to...
THEO6390Independent Study in TheologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
THEO6391Independent Study in TheologyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
THEO6392Advanced Research/Theological StudiesThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEO6393Christian Ministry PracticumThis course is designed to give each student one semester of supervised practicum experience related to the student's vocational goal. Students will be paired with a full-time proven ministry practitioner for guidance and for on-the-job ministry expe...
THEO6394Christian ApologeticsThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEO6395The Ministry ToolboxNo Description Set
THEO6396Pastoral TheologyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEO6397EphesiansThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEO6398Old Testament Readings: Historical BooksThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
THEOELECTheological Studies ElectiveA generic course used for the External Transcript Equivalency Process. If the course does not have an equivalency but will meet subject area the ELEC is used along with the appropriate department to state the course is accepted with in the subject...