Student Resource Guide

4.1. Course catalog

Heartland Bible Institute strives to present a well-balanced curriculum of subjects with the specific intention of preparing men and women to serve God in leadership roles including pastor and missionary. The courses listed give every student the essentials needed to minister

 

BC100           Personal Evangelism

This course explores evangelism. Principles of reaching people are essential for devising effective strategies in a world of changing culture. A focus on the practical experience needed in the methods of witnessing and sharing the gospel including opportunities for preparation, and exposure to people who will never come to your church.

BC110           Philosophy of Discipleship

This course focuses on the biblical philosophy of discipleship. These principles are essential for devising effective strategies in a world of changing culture. This course will help the student to understand how to use the discipleship lessons as a tool in thoroughly discipling an individual.

BC120           Biblical Counseling

This course will establish the only true and dependable counsel is that which is found in God and through His Word. Studies will equip the leader to deal with issues biblically, decisively, and with full accountability.

BS110           Manuscript Evidence

A study of the vindication of the authorized version of the English Bible against various modern translations. An evidential approach to textual criticism is presented providing a relevant defense of the King James Bible as the Word of God.

BS115           Hermeneutics or Principles of Bible Study                           

An introduction to the methods and techniques of Bible study including principles of study, types of studies, and the tools of study in order to develop in the student the ability to uncover the richness of the Word of God.

BS125           Life of Christ

A study of the earthly ministry of our Lord as revealed in a harmony of the four gospels. Special emphasis is placed on the ministry relevance of Christ's message and miracles.

BS130           Life of Paul

A study of Paul’s life investigating the model of Christian character as seen from the Christian leader who is completely serving our Lord. Special emphasis is placed on the relevance of Paul’s missionary journeys.

 

 

 

CE110           Marriage Enrichment

This course focuses on enriching (enhance, add beauty, improve, make more fertile, perfect, refine) marriages through solid teaching and instruction out of God's Word, as well as participation from each student.

CE115           Family and Youth Ministry

Meeting the needs of the whole family is emphasized in this course. Areas covered include methods and practices that communicate God’s special people group known as the family including how to connect all aspects of family including boundaries and blessings of family.

Youth ministry ranges from nursery up through the completion of high school. How the various aspects of youth ministry are handled are discussed. The unique nature of ministering to children is considered as well as planning and conducting youth conferences, camps, and year round activities.

CH100          Church History I

A study of Christianity in the course of its development from the apostles through the end of the church age. Special emphasis is given to a biblical definition of events, persons, decisions, and developments.

CH200          Israel, past, future and feasts

A study on the signal greatest evidence for the validity of the Bible. Israel is a prominent fixture in today’s current events but they do have a history that is well documented. This course will study Israel’s history and how it affects the world today.

CH300          World Religions and Cults

A study to introduce and expose learners to the major world religions, the important characters responsible for the development of religious thought, and the major doctrines of the world religions and how they differ from Christianity including an examination of modern cults and their doctrines. Practical conclusions are drawn concerning how to best reach out to these groups.

 

 

EP101           Homiletics

A course designed to give the student a philosophy of preaching. Instruction is included on sermon structure, preparation, diagrammatic analysis, sermonic research, and a limited opportunity for preaching. with a focus on principles of expository preaching

NT105          The Gospel of Matthew

A study showing Christ to be the king of the Jews, emphasizing the features of Matthew that are unique and distinctive. The first gospel is analyzed from the viewpoint of its doctrinal, devotional, and prophetic elements.

NT115          The Gospel of John

A verse-by-verse study. The richness of this gospel provides broad doctrinal and inspirational backdrop.

NT120          Acts of the Apostles

An analytical study of the book of Acts that examines the foundations and early development of Christianity. Particular attention is given to the transition from Israel to the Church and Paul's role in the dispensation of grace.

NT125          Romans

A systematic study of the Book of Romans as a starting point for all Christian doctrine. Special emphasis is placed on laying a solid foundation for Christian life and ministry.

NT135          I Corinthians

A strategic church epistle studied in order to understand Paul's description of ministry in an urban setting.

NT140          Church and Pastoral Epistles

A verse-by-verse examination of some Paul’s epistles to the churches in order to discover true doctrine for the New Testament believer. An exposition of I and 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon as God's handbook for pastors. The content and themes are developed with an emphasis on the responsibilities of pastoral leaders in the church.

NT145          Hebrews

To increase the student’s comprehension of the Bachelors content of the book of Hebrews and James in order to see the relationship that exists in the ideas, concepts and theology of the book as it relates to the other New Testament books.

 

 

NT155          The Book of Revelation

A study of Revelation to enable students to recognize and interpret themes in the book and provide an opportunity to evaluate book and to encourage them to apply the knowledge they gain from their study to their lives and ministries.

 

OT110          Genesis

A systematic study of the progression of events in this foundational book of the Bible showing it as the book of beginnings. Emphasis is placed on the content and its relevance to today as well as its significance to science, history, and theology.

OT115          Genesis II

A continuation of the systematic study of the progression of events in this foundational book of the Bible showing it as the book of beginnings. Emphasis is placed on the content and its relevance to today as well as its significance to science, history, and theology.

OT130          Survey of the Book of Isaiah

To increase the student’s comprehension of the content of the book Isaiah through a study of major doctrines found in the book with an examination of relationships that exist in the ideas, concepts and theology of the book.

OT140          Daniel

An exposition of the book of Daniel looking at the relationships that exists in the ideas, concepts and theology of the book as it relates to the other New Testament books.

 

OT150          Job

An exposition of the book of Job in order to see the relationship that exists in the ideas, concepts and theology of the book as it relates to the other New Testament books.

OT160          Minor Prophets

A study (mostly verse-by-verse) of the Minor Prophets. This course covers practical and doctrinal aspects of the books of Hosea through Malachi.