Diploma in Biblical Studies (DBS)
This two-year program is open to those who have successfully completed high school/Tawjihi (or equivalent).
- Purpose
The purpose of this program is to provide an introductory level program that better equips the student to understand and live out the Christian faith in the midst of a non-Christian world. Due to the design of this program, students who sense God leading them toward more in-depth training or full-time ministry are able to transfer everything they have studied into the JETS' B.Th. program (with this fulfilling most of the first two years’ requirements).
- Goals
1. Educational Goals
• To discover how God has gifted, designed, and called them to serve Him.
• To understand and practice the disciplines of the Christian life, including that of sharing one's faith with others in the Arab world.
2. Spiritual Goals
• To possess a general understanding of both Old and New Testaments, along with a more detailed knowledge of various Bible Books.
• To evidence a familiarity with the historical development of basic doctrines of the Christian faith.
3. Ministry Goals
- To gain valuable ministry experience that is built on an understanding of his or her spiritual gifts and calling.
- To demonstrate an ability to accurately study the Scriptures with a heart and ability to apply what they learn for life-change, as well as effectively teach it to others.
- To show a commitment to use what they have learned about themselves, the Bible, theology, and ministry skills to be actively involved in the local church that they are a part of.
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Course List
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FM
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Field Ministry (4 hours) – one every semester.
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CS 101
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Computer Skills (2 hours ).
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RS 101
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Research Methods (2 hours ).
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EN 400
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Introduction to the English Language (3 hours).
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PM 100
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Introduction to Music and Worship (2 hours).
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PM 290
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Pastoral Counseling I (3 hours).
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CE 260
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Teaching-Learning Process (3 hours) or elective.
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CE 330
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Character in Leadership & the Family (2 hours).
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PT 110
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Struggle in Spiritual Growth (3 hours).
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PT 460
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Relationships (2 hours).
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BI 101
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Bible Study Methods (3 hours).
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OT 101
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Old Testament Survey I (3 hours).
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OT 102
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Old Testament Survey II (3 hours).
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NT 101
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New Testament Survey I (3 hours).
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NT 102
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New Testament Survey II (3 hours).
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TH 101
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Survey of Doctrine I (3 hours).
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TH 102
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Survey of Doctrine II (3 hours).
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TH 103
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Christian Arab Heritage (2 hours).
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TH 205
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Ethics (2 hours).
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TH 230
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Survey of Church History (3 hours).
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TH 250
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Eastern Church History (2 hours).
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Bible Books (5 hours).
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Electives (3 hours).
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Total 64 Credit Hours
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