BIBLE MERIT CERTIFICATE

Bible
Merit Certificate

A student must successfully complete 12 classes (24 units) and maintain the appropriate grade average of a "C" (2.00 grade point average). Of the 12 classes (24 units), 10 of them (20 units), must be core classes. The 8 required core classes (101, 102, 201, 202, 211, 212, 314, and 502) and the remaining 2 core classes are identified in the chart below.

All students must maintain a godly standard of Christian behavior in harmony with the Word of God in order to graduate.

The Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Bible Training School has authorized the Biblical Studies Certificate to be granted to students who have met the graduation requirements in their entirety as listed above. Once a student earns this award, he or she is not eligible for the Bible Diploma. The graduation ceremony occurs at the end of the Spring semester.

101 Old Testament Survey I

An airplane view of the law and history recorded in the Old Testament. Designed to familiarize the student with the theme and content of each book.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

132 The Gospel of John

An outline and expositional study of Christ Jesus our Lord as recorded by John the Apostle. The course studies Christ as the Eternal Word of God, His saving sacrifice and His glorious resurrection.

2 UNITS | CORE

212 Doctrine II

A systematic study of the doctrine of man, sin, salvation, the Holy Spirit and angels. This course is designed to give a thorough grasp of these doctrines.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

433 The Acts of the Apostles

The analytical development of the early church by the Holy Spirit. Our early church history is reviewed in Its many dimensions to provide better direction for our ministries of the present.

2 UNITS | CORE

503 Bible Study Methods

A course designed to teach the student how to Independently study the Bible. Among the methods taught are the Inductive, synthetic, analytical, topical and historical.

2 UNITS | CORE

102 Old Testament Survey II

An airplane view from Poetry through Prophecy.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

201 New Testament Survey I

An airplane view of the four gospels, the Book of Acts and the inter-testamental period. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the theme and general content of each book.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

314 Doctrine III

A systematic study of the doctrines of the Christian Church, the Dispensations and Future Events. The pre-millennial and pre-tribulational position will be given careful attention as the true biblical teaching.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

434 The Book of the Revelation I

An analytical approach to the ministry of Christ Jesus as He intercedes for us in heaven. Also examined are the major periods of future earth history, an in-depth look at the tribulation period, the second advent of Christ Jesus and the consummation. Chapters 1 through 11.

Prerequisite: Two semesters of Doctrine I, II or Ill.

2 UNITS | CORE

517 Discipleship

This course Is designed to stimulate a student's understanding of true Christian discipleship as taught by our Lord Jesus Christ. These principles are expected to direct his life and heart towards God's glory.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

103 Personal Evangelism

This course is designed to teach the student how to reach the lost for Christ. It includes memorization of Scripture and how to counsel the unsaved.

2 UNITS | CORE

202 New Testament Survey II

An airplane view of the books from Romans to Revelation.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

333 The Epistle to the Romans

An analytical study of Christian doctrine as presented by the Apostle Paul. Emphasis is placed on applying its doctrinal content to our daily lifestyles.

2 UNITS | CORE

435 The Book of the Revelation II

A continuation covering chapters 12 through 22.

Prerequisite: #434 (RevelatIon I)

2 UNITS | CORE

105 The Bible and World Missions

A Panorama of current world missions. The course surveys both the history and practices of missions, as well as, how missionaries use the Bible In their work.

2 UNITS | CORE

211 Doctrine I

A systematic study of the doctrines of the Scriptures, God and the person and work of Jesus Christ. It is designed to provide a thorough grasp of these major doctrines In order to enhance the teaching, preaching and maturity of each student.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

431 First Corinthians

Studies (in outline form) the background and some particular matters of importance necessary for clearer understanding and application in our day.

2 UNITS | CORE

502 Hermeneutics

(Interpreting the Bible). A systematic study of how to properly interpret the Bible. This course deals with the various principles of Interpretation enabling the student to rightly divide (explain) the Word of God.

2 UNITS | CORE | REQUIRED

COURSES

TITLE	UNITS	CORE	REQUIRED	DESCRIPTION
101 Old Testament Survey I	2	Yes	Yes	An airplane view of the law and history recorded in the Old Testament. Designed to familiarize the student with the theme and content of each book.
102 Old Testament Survey II	2	Yes	Yes	An airplane view from Poetry through Prophecy.
103 Personal Evangelism	2	Yes	No	This course is designed to teach the student how to reach the lost for Christ. It includes memorization of Scripture and how to counsel the unsaved.
105 The Bible and World Missions	2	Yes	No	A Panorama of current world missions. The course surveys both the history and practices of missions, as well as, how missionaries use the Bible In their work.
132 The Gospel of John	2	Yes	No	An outline and expositional study of Christ Jesus our Lord as recorded by John the Apostle. The course studies Christ as the Eternal Word of God, His saving sacrifice and His glorious resurrection.
201 New Testament Survey I	2	Yes	Yes	An airplane view of the four gospels, the Book of Acts and the inter-testamental period. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the theme and general content of each book.
202 New Testament Survey II	2	Yes	Yes	An airplane view of the books from Romans to Revelation.
211 Doctrine I	2	Yes	Yes	A systematic study of the doctrines of the Scriptures, God and the person and work of Jesus Christ. It is designed to provide a thorough grasp of these major doctrines In order to enhance the teaching, preaching and maturity of each student.
212 Doctrine II	2	Yes	Yes	A systematic study of the doctrine of man, sin, salvation, the Holy Spirit and angels. This course is designed to give a thorough grasp of these doctrines.
314 Doctrine III	2	Yes	Yes	A systematic study of the doctrines of the Christian Church, the Dispensations and Future Events. The pre-millennial and pre-tribulational position will be given careful attention as the true biblical teaching.
333 The Epistle to the Romans	2	Yes	No	An analytical study of Christian doctrine as presented by the Apostle Paul. Emphasis is placed on applying its doctrinal content to our daily lifestyles.
431 First Corinthians	2	Yes	No	Studies (in outline form) the background and some particular matters of importance necessary for clearer understanding and application in our day.
433 The Acts of the Apostles	2	Yes	No	The analytical development of the early church by the Holy Spirit. Our early church history is reviewed in Its many dimensions to provide better direction for our ministries of the present.
434 The Book of the Revelation I	2	Yes	No	An analytical approach to the ministry of Christ Jesus as He intercedes for us in heaven. Also examined are the major periods of future earth history, an in-depth look at the tribulation period, the second advent of Christ Jesus and the consummation. Chapters 1 through 11. Prerequisite: Two semesters of Doctrine I, II or Ill.
435 The Book of the Revelation II	2	Yes	No	A continuation covering chapters 12 through 22. Prerequisite: #434 (RevelatIon I)
502 Hermeneutics	2	Yes	Yes	(Interpreting the Bible). A systematic study of how to properly interpret the Bible. This course deals with the various principles of Interpretation enabling the student to rightly divide (explain) the Word of God.
503 Bible Study Methods	2	Yes	No	A course designed to teach the student how to Independently study the Bible. Among the methods taught are the Inductive, synthetic, analytical, topical and historical.
517 Discipleship	2	Yes	No	This course Is designed to stimulate a student's understanding of true Christian discipleship as taught by our Lord Jesus Christ. These principles are expected to direct his life and heart towards God's glory.