Explanation of Church Leadership Certificate Course Descriptions 

Courses are identified to help in determining the content of a course. Each course is identified by four letters. These letters are abbreviations for the following:  

Course Descriptions 

Apologetics - THUS1154 
The study consists of topical lectures and discussions on the reliability and accuracy of various aspects of the Christian faith, and a review of a classic work in apologetics. 

Baptist Doctrine - THUS1110 
This course is designed to provide a survey of Christian doctrines with an emphasis upon Baptist distinctives. The study consists of an examination of revelation, God, man, the person and work of Christ, the church, the Christian life, and the Christian hope. 

Basic Christian Doctrine and Worldview - LCMW1107 
In this course, students will survey basic Christian doctrines, biblical womanhood, and evangelistic worldview, while looking closely at the evangelical doctrines outlined in the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. 

Bethel Bible Survey – BIUS1270 
This course is designed for students to survey the Old and New Testaments for a breadth of understanding and application. The course will focus on designated Bible books each term. This course can be taken multiple times for credit. 

Biblical Theology of Womanhood - LCMW 1111 
In this course, students will gain an amplified and comprehensive knowledge of biblical 
womanhood from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical principles found in Scripture will be 
applied to life relationships in the home, church, and world. 

Christian Ministry and Missions - LCMW 1112 
In this course, students are introduced to the biblical and theological foundations of 
Christian Missions, with a specific focus on the Great Commission. Students will be 
encouraged to be involved in Christian ministries and missions both locally, nationally, 
and internationally. 

Church History - THUS1153 
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic events in the history of the Christian Church.   

Essentials for Ministry Wives - LCMW1101 
In this course, students will cover foundational topics to prepare and equip for ministry. Special attention will be given to calling, spiritual giftings, spiritual disciplines, soul care, and the legacy of a godly wife. It is the first Course in the certificate and is highly recommended for all student spouses, whether or not they complete the remaining courses in the certificate program. 

Evangelism - PMUS1110 
This course is designed to provide a study of the biblical basis of evangelism, church programs for evangelism, and personal witnessing. 

Evangelism and Disciple-making for Ministry Wives - LCMW1108 
In this course, students will learn basic evangelism and disciple-making strategies, including relational evangelism, mission planning, and the involvement of a ministry wife in church, community, and mercy ministries. 

Foundational Principles for Interpersonal Relationships - LCMW1106 
In this course, students will explore foundational principles in various interpersonal relationships. Topics covered in the class will include making and keeping friends in ministry, establishing the need for personal discipleship, learning skills to fight loneliness/isolation, as well as handling church conflict and overall involvement in SBC polity. 

Healthy Habits for Ministry Families & Marriages - LCMW1102 
In this course, students will learn biblical principles for healthy marriages and families, such as the importance of communication, the value of budgeting and stewardship of your resources, the necessity of balancing expectations of time, and the need to find rest while expressing godly hospitality in your homes, churches and communities. 

Hermeneutics - BIUS1160 
The purpose of this course is to enable the student to develop a sound method for biblical interpretation. The student will be introduced to the basic principles, steps, and major resources available or practicing biblical exegesis.  

How to Study and Teach the Bible - LCMW1103 
In this course, students will learn basic methods for studying Scripture as well as practical approaches for teaching the Bible. They will also understand the importance of effective communication through both observation and application. 

Introduction to New Testament Study - BIUS1150 
This course is designed to provide a survey of the New Testament. The study consists of a brief overview of each book, including pertinent geographical and historical information. 

Introduction to New Testament Study: The Early Church - BIUS1153 
This course is designed to provide a survey of the early church.  

Introduction to New Testament Study: The Life and Letters of Paul - BIUS1152 
This course is designed to provide a survey of the life and letters of Paul.  

Introduction to New Testament Study: The Life of Christ - BIUS1151 
This course is designed to provide a survey of the life of Christ.  

Introduction to Old Testament Study - BIUS1110 
This course is designed to provide a survey of the Old Testament. The study consists of a brief overview of each book, including pertinent geographical and historical information. 

Introduction to Old Testament Study: The Historical Books - BIUS1111 
This course is designed to provide a survey of Genesis through 2 Chronicles. The study consists of a brief overview of each book, including pertinent geographical and historical information.  

Introduction to Old Testament Study: The Prophets - BIUS1113 
This course is designed to provide a survey of Isaiah through Malachi. The study consists of a brief overview of each book, including pertinent geographical and historical information.  

Introduction to Old Testament Study: The Writings - BIUS1112 
This course is designed to provide a survey of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Ruth, and Esther. The study consists of a brief overview of each book, including pertinent geographical and historical information.  

Introduction to Preaching - PMUS1112 
This course is designed to provide a study of the role of preaching and the preacher, the purposes and planning of sermons, and how to organize and deliver a sermon. 

Introduction to Soul Care - LCMW1105 
In this course, ministry wives will gain a basic overview and foundation for Christian counseling. Special emphasis will be placed on how ministry wives can counsel women, including such topics as fear, conflict, family/marriage, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. 

Missions - PMUS1117 
This course is designed to introduce students to biblical and theological foundations of Christian missions and provide historical overview. 

New Testament Survey - LCMW 1110 
In this course, students will survey the books of the New Testament, including their 
author, genre, main theme, geographical information, historical context, and pertinent 
theological content. 

New Testament Bible Course - BIUS1180 
This course is designed to acquaint the student with pertinent background information and a verse-by-verse interpretation of selected books. 

Old Testament Bible Course - BIUS1140 
This course is designed to acquaint the student with pertinent background information and a verse-by-verse interpretation of selected books. 

Old Testament Survey - LCMW 1109 
In this course, students will survey the books of the Old Testament, including their 
author, genre, main theme, geographical information, historical context, and pertinent 
theological content. 

Understanding the Grand Narrative of Scripture - LCMW1104 
In this broad survey of the Old and New Testaments, students will be introduced to the content and context of the Bible. Biblical theology themes as well as the grand storyline of Scripture will be discussed as well.