BA in Biblical and Theological Studies

We’ve designed our BA in Biblical and Theological Studies to give you a rigorous introduction to the scholarly study of Scripture.

Training leaders to think critically, constructively, and Christianly on biblical and theological matters is crucial to the health of the local and universal Church. Because of this, we equip students with the linguistic, historical, and theological knowledge necessary to succeed in this service. Our students are not all expected to proceed to advanced studies at the graduate level, yet they will be able to succeed there if they choose to do so.

For detailed program objectives and a complete list of course requirements, click here.

Some of the courses you'll take...

OTH 433

Exegesis of Prophetic Literature

An exegetical study of one or more of the prophetic books of the Old Testament with attention to issues of genre, social and historical contexts, and contemporary significance.

NTG 432

Exegesis of the Gospels

An exegetical study of one or more of the gospels with attention to issues of genre, social and historical contexts, the literary relationships between the gospels, and contemporary significance.

TH 318

Wisdom from the Ancient Church

This course examines spiritual progress as understood by important authors and traditions in the Early Church. In particular, we will examine prominent ways of reading Scripture, of understand ng and fostering personal and moral development, and of deepening the practice of prayer in the Christian’s life.

TH 476

Contemporary Theological Issues

An introduction to key issues that are currently dominating the contemporary theological scene. Students will examine the writings of leading theologians with two aims in mind: (1) to engage these theological proposals in a constructive, critical and Biblically- reflective manner; and (2) to appreciate and address the “challenge” that these theologies bring to the contemporary evangelical church. Current topics include open theism, pluralism/inclusivism, and the possibility of truth.

Faculty

Dr. Frank E. Dicken

Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity

Dr. Fred Johnson

Professor of New Testament

Dr. Mark Mangano

Professor of Old Testament

Dr. Tyler A. Stewart

Associate Professor of New Testament

Dr. Jonathan Lyonhart

Assistant Professor of Theology and Philosophy

Student Testimonies

Hear from students who've earned a BA in Biblical Studies

“My position as pastor provides me with an excellent outlet for everything I have learned from LCU and a venue to fulfill my dream of spreading the Gospel. The Bible is the most important text in the world and it needs to be taught more than anything else."

— Joseph Mangano