Annual Academic Calendar

The following represents the approximate monthly calendar of events in a given year. Exact dates may be obtained by contacting the registrar’s office in Jacksonville.

Spring Term
Classes ………...........……………………early March – mid May

Summer Term
Classes ……………………….….............mid May – early August

Fall Term
Classes ………………………...........……mid October – December

External Studies – More info (this links to External Studies page)

 

Degree Program Categories

Religious Education
The Religious Education Degree Program is designed to equip and prepare lay persons as well as ministers through an increasingly detailed study of the Word of God and other Christian educational and practical skills studies for teaching or for the administration of various educational programs related to the educational ministry of the church and various kinds of church schools and seminaries.

Ministry
The Ministry Degree Program is designed to equip and train lay persons as well as ministers through an increasingly detailed study of the Scriptures and other Christian ministry and practical skills studies for vocations in various aspects of the ministry of local churches, missions, and other Christian organizations.

Theology
The Theology Degree Program is designed to equip and train lay persons and ministers through an increasingly detailed study of the Scriptures and other Christian theological studies providing those seeking special knowledge and leadership skills applicable to local church ministry and Christian outreach programs.

Biblical Studies
This special degree program is designed for pastors, evangelists, missionaries, and teachers who desire knowledge and competency in biblical theology, systematic theology, biblical text, and exegesis.

 

Degree Programs

Jacksonville Baptist Theological Seminary offers the Associate, Bachelor, Master and Doctoral levels of study in Religious Education, Ministry, and Theology. A Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biblical studies is offered.
The degree programs of Jacksonville Baptist Theological Seminary are designed solely for religious vocations. The seminary does not provide any kind of employment placement services. We neither promise nor imply guarantee of employment, placements, or salary

The following is a brief description of each field of study.

Associate Degree Programs (Religious Education, Ministry, Theology)
- High School Diploma or GED
- 15 Credits Hours from the Old Testament
- 15 Credits Hours from the New Testament
- 15 Credits Hours from Doctrinal Studies
- 15 Credits Hours from Ministry and Practical Skills studies
   Additional Requirements
   - Survey of the New Testament 229 NT
   - Survey of the Old Testament 100 OT
   - Doctrine of Man and Sin 300 DS
   - How to Study the Bible 817 MPS

Bachelor Degree Programs (Religious Education, Ministry, Theology)
- Associate Degree in a relevant field of study with at least 60 Credits Hours
- 15 Credits Hours from the Old Testament
- 15 Credits Hours from the New Testament
- 15 Credits Hours from Doctrinal Studies
- 15 Credits Hours from Ministry and Practical Skills studies
   Additional Requirements (Religious Education, Ministry)
   - The Gospel of John 203 NT
   - The Pentateuch 174 OT
   - Names of God 320 DS
   - Personal Evangelism 404 MPS
   Additional Requirements (Theology)
   - The Gospel of John 203 NT
   - The Pentateuch 174 OT
   - Names of God 320 DS
   - Systematic Theology I 301 DS
   - Homiletics I 402 MPS

Master Degree Programs (Religious Education, Ministry, Theology)
- Bachelor Degree in a relevant field of study with at least 120 Credits Hours
- 6 Credits Hours from the Old Testament
- 6 Credits Hours from the New Testament
- 6 Credits Hours from Doctrinal Studies
- 6 Credits Hours from Ministry and Practical Skills studies
- 8 Credits Hours in independent research studies inclusive of 4 research projects
- 4 Credits Hours in research and preparation of a Master Thesis in a related field
   Additional Requirements (Religious Education)
   - Prison Epistles 281 NT
   - Psalms 140 OT
   - Teaching Techniques 406 MPS
   Additional Requirements (Ministry)
   - Prison Epistles 281 NT
   - Psalms 140 OT
   - Homiletics I 402 MPS
   Additional Requirements (Theology)
   - Prison Epistles 281 NT
   - Psalms 140 OT
   - Homiletics I 402 MPS

Doctor Degree Programs (Religious Education, Ministry)
- Master Degree in a relevant field of study with at least 36 Credits Hours
- 6 Credits Hours from the Old Testament
- 6 Credits Hours from the New Testament
- 6 Credits Hours from Ministry and Practical Skills studies
- 12 Credits Hours in independent research studies inclusive of 4 research projects
- 6 Credits Hours in research and preparation of a Doctoral Dissertation
 

Doctor of Theology Program

- Doctor Degree in a relevant field with at least 36 Credits Hours
- 12 Credits Hours in independent research studies inclusive of 4 research projects
- 8 Credits Hours in research and preparation of a Doctoral Dissertation

Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies

- Doctor of Theology Degree
- 4 Credits Hours in independent research studies in various themes of the Bible
- 8 Credits Hours in research and preparation of a Doctoral Dissertation

Course Descriptions

Old Testament Courses - 3 Credit Hours

100  OT  Old Testament Survey
101  OT  Genesis
102  OT  Exodus
103  OT  Deuteronomy
106  OT  Joshua
108  OT  Ruth
116  OT  Nehemiah
120  OT  Proverbs
121  OT  Ecclesiastes
122  OT  Song of Solomon
123  OT  Isaiah
124  OT  Jeremiah
126  OT  Ezekiel
127  OT  Daniel
130  OT  Amos
139  OT  Malachai
140  OT  Psalms
144  OT  History of Israel
146  OT  Anthropology - The Egyptians
150  OT  Ezra
168  OT  History of the Bible - Persia
169  OT  Survey of the History of Israel
170  OT  Judges
173  OT  Synopsis of the Poetical Books
174  OT  The Pentateuch
176  OT  The Types in the Tabernacle
180  OT  Minor Prophets
181  OT  Haggai & Zechariah
183  OT  Anthropology - The Edomites
184  OT  Prophesies Fulfilled - Signs of the Second Coming
185  OT  The Prophesied Messiah
188  OT  Judaism
189  OT  Old Testament Types of Christ
190  OT  History of the Bible - Babylon
191  OT  Synopsis of Genesis
193  OT  Survey of Micah
195  OT  Old Testament Biographies
196  OT  Seven Feasts of Israel
198  OT  Bible Temples
199  OT  Biblical Archaeology
501  OT  Leviticus & Numbers
506  OT  I Samuel
507  OT  II Samuel
510  OT  I Kings
514  OT  Job
515  OT  Post-Exile Period
518  OT  Esther
519  OT  Pre-Exile Minor Prophets
520  OT  Archaeology of Ancient Civilizations
521  OT  Israel: The Exodus Stage

New Testament Courses - 3 Credit Hours

200  NT  Matthew
201  NT  Mark
202  NT  Luke
203  NT  John
205  NT  Acts
206  NT  Romans
207  NT  I Corinthians
208  NT  II Corinthians
209  NT  Galatians
210  NT  Ephesians
211  NT  Philippians
212  NT  Colosians
215  NT  I Timothy
216  NT  II Timothy
219  NT  Hebrews
220  NT  James
221  NT  I Peter
222  NT  II Peter
223  NT  I John
226  NT  Jude
227  NT  Revelation
229  NT  Survey of the New Testament
233  NT  Philemon
234  NT  Titus
240  NT  New Testament Miracles
260  NT  Christ in the Passover
270  NT  The Rapture
272  NT  The Synoptic Gospels
273  NT  Eight Great Miracles of John
279  NT  Survey of the Gospel of Matthew
290  NT  II and III John
291  NT  Paul in Archaeology
294  NT  New Testament Biographies
295  NT  Sermon on the Mount
297  NT  I and II Thessalonians
299  NT  New Testament Archaeology
608  NT  The Gospel Stage
609  NT  Interpreting the Parables

Doctrine Courses - 3 Credit Hours

300  DS  Doctrine of Man and Sin
301  DS  Systematic Theology I
302  DS  Systematic Theology II
303  DS  Sin: The Origin, Consequences, and Cure
304  DS  Hermeneutics
305  DS  Angelology
306  DS  Doctrine of the Resurrection
307  DS  Soteriology
308  DS  Dispensationalism
309  DS  Religion in Biblical Days
310  DS  Demonology
311  DS  Eschatology
313  DS  The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
314  DS  Ecclesiology
315  DS  Christology
316  DS  The Doctrine of God and Christ
317  DS  Bibliology/ Inspiration of the Scriptures
318  DS  Doctrine of Salvation
320  DS  Names of God
322  DS  Satanism
324  DS  Prophets & Prophecies of the Bible
325  DS  Doctrine of the Trinity
326  DS  The Nature, Degrees, and Works of God
330  DS  Stewardship
332  DS  The Intertestament Period
335  DS  Doctrine of Bibliology
337  DS  Major Biblical Doctrines
338  DS  Baptist Distinctives I
389  DS  Anthropology
393  DS  Doctrine of the Church
398  DS  Apologetics: Knowing Why I Believe What I Believe
702  DS  Foundations of Our Faith
708  DS  Complete & Consistent Victory in Christ

Ministry & Practical Skills - 3 Credit Hours

402  MPS  Homiletics I
403  MPS  Homiletics II
404  MPS  Personal Evangelism
405  MPS  Comparative Religion
406  MPS  Teaching Techniques
407  MPS  Biblical Geography of the Holy Land
408  MPS  Crisis Counseling
409  MPS  Church Ordinances
411  MPS  Dead Sea Scrolls
414  MPS  Church Administration
415  MPS  Beginning Greek
416  MPS  Funerals, Weddings, and Hospital Visitation
417  MPS  Experiencing God
419  MPS  Church History I (Acts - Luther)
421  MPS  Church History II (Luther - Global Christianity)
424  MPS  Pastoral Psychology
425  MPS  Contemporary Theology
432  MPS  The Reformation
435  MPS  Pre-Marital Counseling
436  MPS  Church in the Middle Ages
439  MPS  Basic Biblical Archaeology
440  MPS  Personal Evangelism
443  MPS  Textual Criticism
450  MPS  Evangelism: Church/Personal
454  MPS  Music in Worship
460  MPS  The Inner Testament
462  MPS  Discipleship
475  MPS  The Archaeology of Jerusalem
489  MPS  Bible Typology
490  MPS  Christian Growth
497  MPS  Strengthening Families
805  MPS  Introduction to Biblical Archaeology
806  MPS  Egyptology
809  MPS  Seven Laws of the Learner
813  MPS  Styles of Teaching
814  MPS  Basic Biblical Counseling Skills
817  MPS  Living by the Book
820  MPS  Church Staff Relations
821  MPS  Competent Marriage Counseling
831  MPS  Building Blocks of Worship
839  MPS  God's Plan of Salvation & How to Witness Effectively
843  MPS  Powerful Prayer
847  MPS  Prison Ministry
848  MPS  Dynamic Youth Ministry
849  MPS  Pastoral Conflict Management
850  MPS  Spiritual Leadership
852  MPS  Pagan Religions of Biblical Days