SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES OF BIBLICAL STUDIES, INC.
2008- 2012
STUDENT CATALOG
www.stibs.info
Ministry preparation is lacking in theological education! Graduates leave seminary with little to no application on how to lead and manage a church, counsel a person in distress, or relate Bible doctrine to the everyday ongoing of their own lives and congregations. Most graduates (85%) feel they cannot teach a Bible study or research and write a well-crafted sermon from what hey were exposed to and learned.
Most seminary students are finding their theological instructions, books, and curriculum to be pragmatically vacuous and irrelevant to them and/or their congregation’s life; for them, seminary is not practical. At the same time they want to learn about theology, church history and doctrine, but they want it to relate to how we are to do church and live for Christ.
Accreditation
Degrees awarded Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies are legal in that they represent the completion of a prescribed course of study. The school is currently registered with the United States Department of Internal Revenue Service and the Secretary of State for the State of Indiana.
Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies is accredited through North American Association of Bible Colleges and the National Association of Private Theological Institutions and is seeking membership with the following organizations:
World Wide Accrediting Council
The Accrediting Commission For Biblical Higher Education
Our Mission
The Southern Theological Institue of Biblical Studies has as its primary vision to teach, train, and empower individuals for ministry. We desire to motivate the believer in Christ to fulfill their calling, and to become effective and confident in fulfilling the 'Great Commission' given to us by our Lord, Jesus Christ. Course Description
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAM
Biblical Studies
This course provides an orientation to historical, critical, and theological study of the Old Testament. Primary attention is given in lectures, assigned readings, and discussions to foundational texts and theological themes of the Torah or Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) and the Former Prophets (the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings). Exegetical methods and research skills based on the English text are developed in seminar sessions designed to equip the student to become a responsible and effective interpreter of scripture.
This course introduces students to the four canonical gospels, the cultural environment in which they arose, and basic methods for interpreting them in English translation. The theological message and contemporary significance of each gospel will be studied with a focus on using sound principles of interpretation in educational settings. Seminar sessions designed to enable students to develop their exegetical and teaching skills complement lectures and assigned readings in which current biblical scholarship is presented.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
BACHELOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Theology
An introductory study which develops the foundations for a biblical and theological world view. The course surveys briefly the history of Western thought. It then focuses upon the nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology and philosophy of religion, and the foundational doctrines of revelation, God, and humanity. Consistent emphasis will be given to practical application in contemporary ministry.
Christian Counseling
A study of Christian counseling, the role of the Biblical counselor, various counseling techniques, types of crises, responses to crises, and the stages to recovery. Also a study of conflict resolution, the four stages of a group, and the effective group leader.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
MASTER DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Christian Counseling
A study of the psychology of Christian counseling, including certain aspects of secular psychology such as memory, learning, cognition, etc., that are relevant to the Christian counselor. It examines the operation of a counseling center, referral procedures, and various theories of Biblical counseling.
This course covers basic counseling principles, involving human behavior and typical problems found in the church environment
Ministry
This course will take the theories of faith development and apply them to practical ministries for adults in the church. Students will learn how to plan and implement educational programs, worship services, mission projects and fellowship opportunities that will enhance the spiritual learning and growth of adults.
This course will take the theories of faith development and apply them to practical ministries for youth in the church. Students will learn how to plan and implement educational programs, worship services, mission projects and fellowship opportunities that will enhance the spiritual learning and growth of youth
Divinity
This course is designed for students who desire advanced study in the Bible and religion. These would include pulpit preachers, assistant preachers, educational directors, Bible school teachers, counselors, and those who wish to eventually teach in Christian education.
The Master of Divinity program seeks to guide students to develop the ability to understand and interpret the Christian faith in the light of its biblical, theological, and historical dimensions and to utilize insights gained from these disciplines for the effective practice of ministry in the church, the community, and the world.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
DOCTORATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor Degree Programs: $2800 entire degree program
Master Degree Programs: $3500
Doctorate Degree Programs: $4500
Mail Postal Money Order (No Personal Checks) to:
Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies
3642 North Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, Indiana 46220
Session I Session III
Introduction To New Testament Greek History of Pentecost
English I Ministerial Basics
Session II Session IV
Old Testament Survey The Godhead
New Testament Survey Bible Doctrine
2011
Session V Session VII
The Life of Christ Counseling 101
Prayer & Fasting
Session VI
Hermeneutics
Homiletics
2008- 2012
STUDENT CATALOG
www.stibs.info
Ministry preparation is lacking in theological education! Graduates leave seminary with little to no application on how to lead and manage a church, counsel a person in distress, or relate Bible doctrine to the everyday ongoing of their own lives and congregations. Most graduates (85%) feel they cannot teach a Bible study or research and write a well-crafted sermon from what hey were exposed to and learned.
Most seminary students are finding their theological instructions, books, and curriculum to be pragmatically vacuous and irrelevant to them and/or their congregation’s life; for them, seminary is not practical. At the same time they want to learn about theology, church history and doctrine, but they want it to relate to how we are to do church and live for Christ.
Accreditation
Degrees awarded Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies are legal in that they represent the completion of a prescribed course of study. The school is currently registered with the United States Department of Internal Revenue Service and the Secretary of State for the State of Indiana.
Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies is accredited through North American Association of Bible Colleges and the National Association of Private Theological Institutions and is seeking membership with the following organizations:
World Wide Accrediting Council
The Accrediting Commission For Biblical Higher Education
Our Mission
The Southern Theological Institue of Biblical Studies has as its primary vision to teach, train, and empower individuals for ministry. We desire to motivate the believer in Christ to fulfill their calling, and to become effective and confident in fulfilling the 'Great Commission' given to us by our Lord, Jesus Christ. Course Description
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAM
Biblical Studies
This course provides an orientation to historical, critical, and theological study of the Old Testament. Primary attention is given in lectures, assigned readings, and discussions to foundational texts and theological themes of the Torah or Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) and the Former Prophets (the books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings). Exegetical methods and research skills based on the English text are developed in seminar sessions designed to equip the student to become a responsible and effective interpreter of scripture.
This course introduces students to the four canonical gospels, the cultural environment in which they arose, and basic methods for interpreting them in English translation. The theological message and contemporary significance of each gospel will be studied with a focus on using sound principles of interpretation in educational settings. Seminar sessions designed to enable students to develop their exegetical and teaching skills complement lectures and assigned readings in which current biblical scholarship is presented.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
BACHELOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- Type a 20 (minimum) page Essay
- 1.5 paragraph spacing
- Title Page
- Bibliography- 5 sources
- Dissertation will be published
Theology
An introductory study which develops the foundations for a biblical and theological world view. The course surveys briefly the history of Western thought. It then focuses upon the nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology and philosophy of religion, and the foundational doctrines of revelation, God, and humanity. Consistent emphasis will be given to practical application in contemporary ministry.
Christian Counseling
A study of Christian counseling, the role of the Biblical counselor, various counseling techniques, types of crises, responses to crises, and the stages to recovery. Also a study of conflict resolution, the four stages of a group, and the effective group leader.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
MASTER DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- Type a 30 (minimum) page Dissertation
- 1.5 paragraph spacing
- Title Page
- Bibliography- 5 sources
- Dissertation will be published
Christian Counseling
A study of the psychology of Christian counseling, including certain aspects of secular psychology such as memory, learning, cognition, etc., that are relevant to the Christian counselor. It examines the operation of a counseling center, referral procedures, and various theories of Biblical counseling.
This course covers basic counseling principles, involving human behavior and typical problems found in the church environment
Ministry
This course will take the theories of faith development and apply them to practical ministries for adults in the church. Students will learn how to plan and implement educational programs, worship services, mission projects and fellowship opportunities that will enhance the spiritual learning and growth of adults.
This course will take the theories of faith development and apply them to practical ministries for youth in the church. Students will learn how to plan and implement educational programs, worship services, mission projects and fellowship opportunities that will enhance the spiritual learning and growth of youth
Divinity
This course is designed for students who desire advanced study in the Bible and religion. These would include pulpit preachers, assistant preachers, educational directors, Bible school teachers, counselors, and those who wish to eventually teach in Christian education.
The Master of Divinity program seeks to guide students to develop the ability to understand and interpret the Christian faith in the light of its biblical, theological, and historical dimensions and to utilize insights gained from these disciplines for the effective practice of ministry in the church, the community, and the world.
SOUTHERN THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
DOCTORATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- Type a 40 (minimum) page Dissertation
- 1.5 paragraph spacing
- Title Page
- Bibliography- 5 sources
- Dissertation will be published
Bachelor Degree Programs: $2800 entire degree program
Master Degree Programs: $3500
Doctorate Degree Programs: $4500
Mail Postal Money Order (No Personal Checks) to:
Southern Theological Institute of Biblical Studies
3642 North Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, Indiana 46220
Session I Session III
Introduction To New Testament Greek History of Pentecost
English I Ministerial Basics
Session II Session IV
Old Testament Survey The Godhead
New Testament Survey Bible Doctrine
2011
Session V Session VII
The Life of Christ Counseling 101
Prayer & Fasting
Session VI
Hermeneutics
Homiletics
