Division I ~ Basic Bible Courses
(General Requirement Courses)
101 Survey of the Bible Part 1 Old Testament (Fall) Part 2 New Testament (Spring)
The aim of this course is to examine individual books of the Bible, to understand the message of each, and then to consider how each make a distinctive contribution to the overall message of the Old and New Testament.
Textbook: Outline of the Bible Book by Book
Instructor: Dr. B.W. McClendon
102 Christian Doctrine Part 1 (Fall) Part 2 (Spring)
This course focuses on the major doctrines of the Christian faith, including the authority of the Bible, the Trinity, the centrality of Christ, the plan of salvation, the church, and God's purpose for the future. Special emphasis is given to the unique beliefs of Baptists.
Textbook: Foundations of the Faith, the Doctrine Baptists Believe
Instructor: Rev. Franklin F. Taylor
103 Evangelism Part 1 (Fall) Part 2 (Spring)
This course focuses on how to share your faith in a non offensive way by using an outline strategy to communicate biblical truth and modeling practical methods for the serious soul-winner. Textbook: A Journey in Faith
Instructor: Rev. James Bradley
104 Layperson Preparation Part 1 (Fall) Part 2 (Spring)
Building on the mandate of the Great Commission, the author uses the "1-5-4 Principle" to facilitate learning of the kingdom process for church growth. He also introduces "M.A.P."—Model and Process—a visual model and diagnostic tool that can help your church more effectively reach people for Christ, mature them as disciples, and involve them in ministry and service. These ministries include: missionary work, hospitals and home visitations, one on one counseling, and grief support ministry.
Textbook: Kingdom Principles for Church Growth
Instructor: Sis. Brenda Herndon
Division II ~ Practical Living Courses
201 Ministers’ Wives
Ministers have the opportunity to attend seminary for help in their role as preachers and pastors. Many books have been written for the same purpose. However, not much has been written to help the minister’s wife understand her role and calling. This course is designed to help Christian women fulfill their own special responsibilities and to bring insight to the life of a preacher’s wife. Textbook: Her Husband’s Crown
Instructor: Sis. Debra Awkard
203 Marriage Enrichment (Healthy Relationships)
In this course, you will discover God's purpose for marriage, how to develop godly character, how to communicate effectively, and much more. With biblical examples, study questions, and Scripture meditations perfect for individuals or couples, you will be challenged to examine areas in your life that may need change so that your marriage can thrive.
Textbook: Marriage 101: Building a Life Together by Faith
Instructors: Rev. Johnny & Sis. Letha Lewis
Facilitators: Deacon Porter & Algie Williams
204 Singles Living In A Couples World
Being single can feel like a fun adventure, or it can feel like an impossible aloneness. What is God's word, God's heart for your life in singleness? These studies explore that question-whether you are happy in singleness or find it trying. You will be encouraged to listen deeply to God, identify the gifts your life offers you, and grow into a sense of belonging. Being single in not just marking time; God is calling you today. This course features questions for group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection as well as a "Now or Later" section in each session. Textbook: Singleness: A Life Grounded in Love Instructor: TBA
205 Unique Woman
This course is for women who want to understand their uniqueness, to see themselves as God does (wonderfully made) and to improve on what some may already know. The course attempts to provide an experience together in which women grow and bring them to a closer and more intimate relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Textbook: Unique Woman: Insight & Wisdom to Maximize Your Life
Instructor: Sis. Didra Risher
206 Single Women
Learn how women influenced their families, changed their communities, affected the course of history and developed a deepest trust relationship with God.
Textbook: Women Who Believed God Instructor: Sis. Voleta Denmon
207 Every Young Woman Battle (Ages 16-19)
This course will hopefully be an aid to help young women with the greatest pressure that they will ever face—fighting a battle for purity. This course will also help them with either achieving or reclaiming sexual integrity and the workbook has 8 practical lessons to help guard their body, mind, and heart. Textbook: Every Young Woman Battle
Instructor: Sis. Kristina McClendon-Franklin
Assistant Instructor: Sis. Tennille Terry-Thomas
208-The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens (Ages 12-15) FREE-No Charge
Being a teenager is both wonderful and challenging. In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey applies the timeless principles of the 7 Habits to teens and the tough issues and life- changing decisions friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, get along with their parents and much more. Textbook: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Instructor: Sis. Bernetta McClendon
209 Parenting: From Conception to Adolescent
This course provides an insightful, encouraging guide for parents who could use a little support while raising children in a culture that tears kids down. Hope and advice abound for surviving the battle of wills, handling the perils of adolescence, discipline and power games, escaping burnout, releasing grown children and much more.
Textbook: Parenting Isn’t For Cowards Instructor: Sis. Shirley Brown
210/211 Using the Computer for Bible Study Technology for the Soul
This course will expose the pastor/preacher and lay teacher and committed Bible student to the practical helps available through the use of the computer and available programs.
Learn how to use bible study tools to research biblical word meanings, etc.
Textbook: Using Theology for Technology Software: Wordsearch Bible Study
Instructor: Rev. Billy McClendon, Jr.
212 An Effective Prayer to Change Your Life
During this course, you will learn how to prepare yourself for effective participation in the highest calling Christ has given the church- to advance God’s Kingdom through prayer. You will learn: Why Prayer is Important to God, How Prayer puts God to Work, The Necessity for Praying People and more. Textbook: The Classic Collection on Prayer
Instructors: Rev. Willie & Sis. Gail Jones Sis. Eartha Colson
Division III ~ Theology/Mission Courses
301 Pastoral Preparation
Pastoral Preparation is designed to help men prepare for the role of pastor according to the biblical mandate in 1st Timothy 3:17. Textbook: Seven Ministers of the World
Instructor: Dr. B.W. McClendon
302 Associate/Membership Ministers
This course will seek to inspire, and train ministers to be servants in ministry submitted to, and supportive of their pastor. It will seek to motivate students to discover their God-given gifts for service. Textbook: Effective Ministry as an Associate Pastor
Instructor: Rev. Robert Clemons
303 Homiletics (Spring)
In this course, you will find a step-by-step guide to preparing and presenting a biblical message---from studying a passage with skill and integrity to delivering a sermon with persuasion, accuracy, passion, and relevance. Textbook: Fundamentals of Preaching
Instructor: Rev. Nathan Roberson
304 How the Bible Came to Be
This course confirms that the Bible is the sacred, inspired Word of God. Exciting evidence uncovers the facts of some history’s most fascinating discoveries, including the Dead Sea Scrolls. This journey is for all who want to know the story behind the most widely read book of all time. This study will assure that we stand on the authentic, inerrant “God-breathed” (biblia) Word of God. Textbook: How We Got the Bible
Instructor: Sis. Cheryl Gipson
305 How to Be an Effective Christian Teacher
This course shows how Jesus taught and how He can influence the way we teach. You will benefit from this personal informative look at the pedagogy of Jesus.
Textbook: Jesus the Teacher-Examining His Expertise in Education
Instructor: Sis. Arnetta White
306 Deacons in Black Baptist Church
A delineation of the qualities sought, the qualifications and duties of, and the biblical basis for deacons in the church. Special emphasis will be placed on their roles in support of pastoral ministries. Textbook: Deacons in the Black Baptist Church
Instructors: Deacon Samuel Matthews Deacon Lee Dent
307 Deacon Wives
This course covers the origin of the deaconess, requisites and qualifications, organization, ordinances, worship, watchcare the unchurched, training, relationships, finances, and the role of the deaconess. Textbooks: Functioning As A Deaconess
The Deaconess: Walking in the Newness of Life Instructor: TBA
