The New Testament courses assist students in becoming thoroughly grounded in the New Testament. The student is trained in both English and Greek to become familiar with the biblical content and with the techniques of interpreting the biblical record. The approach is both synthetic and analytical in order to answer two primary questions: what does the Bible say and what does it mean. Students are enabled through their studies to become independent as exegetes and interpreters of God's Word. Being God's eternal truth, Scripture plays a central role in strengthening the church and the vitality of the individual Christian's life and ministry.

NT 501 – New Testament Studies I (3 hours)
The first half of a comprehensive introduction to the New Testament. Combines the two disciplines of NT introduction and NT survey. Introduces the importance of and problems involved with studying the NT in traditional and contemporary scholarship. Explores issues relevant to authorship, literary structure, purpose and content of each NT book covered. Covers Matthew through Acts.

NT 502 – New Testament Studies II (3 hours)
The continuation of NT 501. Covers Romans through Revelation.

NT 503 – Life of Christ (2 hours)
A chronological study of the life of Christ based upon the Gospels. Explores Christ's relationship to Israel and the Church. Deepens one's understanding of the deity and humanity of Christ.

NT 550 – Elementary Greek Grammar I (3 hours)
An introduction to the Greek language of the NT. Provides an overview of grammar and vocabulary, enabling the student to read the NT in its original language.

NT 551 – Elementary Greek Grammar II (3 hours)
The completion of NT 551. Expands an understanding of vocabulary and grammar, specifically with respect to the verb system. Prerequisite: NT 550

NT 552 – Intermediate Greek Grammar (2 hours)
An independent study to aid the student in making the transition from elementary Greek grammar to a deeper understanding of intermediate grammar and syntax. Inductively introduces grammar in order to allow the student to become comfortable reading significant portions of the Greek text. This course does not fulfill language requirements in the M.Div. program. Prerequisite: NT 551

NT 580 – Master of Arts Thesis I (2 hours)
The first half of the preparation and writing of an M.A. thesis in New Testament.

NT 601 – The Miracles of Jesus (2 hours)
An exposition of the miracles recorded in the Gospels. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 602 – The Parables of Jesus (2 hours)
An exposition of the parables spoken by Jesus in the Gospels. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 603 – Life and Epistles of Peter (2 hours)
A survey of the life and writings of the Apostle Peter. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 604 – Exposition of the Acts of the Apostles (2 hours)
A study of the Book of Acts through a careful analysis of the book's structure, content and place in the canon. Examines the relationship between Acts and the background of the NT epistles. Enhances an appreciation for the book’s relevance in preaching and teaching. Discusses contemporary issues arising from the book. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 605 – Exposition of Matthew (2 hours)
A study of the Gospel of Matthew. Focuses on the interpretation of the text in order to understand how Matthew presents Jesus as the Messiah. Presents pertinent historical, cultural, literary and theological issues that influence the reading of the book. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 606 – Exposition of the Pastoral Epistles (2 hours)
A study of 1, 2 Timothy and Titus. Discusses introductory issues as well as the importance of the books for the contemporary pastor and church. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 607 – Theology of Luke (2 hours)
A study of the theology developed in the Gospel of Luke. Discusses Luke’s purpose, understanding of Christ, special emphases, distinctives and contribution to the NT. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 608 – Exposition of Epistles to the Thessalonians (2 hours)
A study of 1, 2 Thessalonians. Discusses introductory issues as well as the importance of the books in avoiding doctrinal errors and The Great Apostasy. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 609 – Exposition of 1 Corinthians (2 hours)
A study of 1 Corinthians. Discusses introductory issues as well as the importance of the books in urging uniformity of belief, correcting erroneous opinions and remedying abuses. Reading is done in the English text.

NT 650 – Biblical Greek Exegesis I (3 hours)
An extension of basic Greek grammar designed to increase vocabulary, to sharpen translation skills and to develop a better understanding of Greek syntax. Prerequisite: NT 551 or equivalent.

NT 651 – Biblical Greek Exegesis II (3 hours)
The continuation of NT 651. Develops the exegetical method of reading the Greek text. Demonstrates how Greek is used in the preparation of sermons and teaching lessons. Prerequisite: NT 650

NT 680 – Master of Arts Thesis II (2 hours)
The second half of the preparation and writing of an M.A. thesis in New Testament.

NT 690 – Independent Directed Study I (2 hours)
A course of study developed between student and professor. The purpose, goals, scope and requirements are described in a syllabus created for the course.

NT 691 – Independent Directed Study II (3 hours)
A course of study developed between student and professor. The purpose, goals, scope and requirements are described in a syllabus created for the course.

NT 701 – New Testament Theology (3 hours)
A study of the methodology of studying NT theology and a general overview of the theology developed in the NT.

NT 750 – Advanced Greek Reading (2 hours)
A supervised reading and study of various New Testament texts. Expands the student's understanding of advanced Greek grammar. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 751 – Exegesis of Luke (2 hours)
A study of the Greek text of the Gospel of Luke. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 752 – Exegesis of Romans (2 hours)
A study of the Greek text of Romans. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 753 – Exegesis of the Pastoral Epistles (2 hours)
A study of the Greek text of the 1, 2 Timothy and Titus. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 754 – Exegesis of Hebrews (2 hours)
A study of the Greek text of Hebrews. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 755 – Exegesis of the Epistles of Peter (2 hours)
A study of the Greek text of the Epistles of Peter. Prerequisite: NT 651

NT 780 – Master of Divinity Thesis (2 hours)
The preparation and writing of an M.Div. thesis in New Testament.