Inductive Biblical Studies

The core elective requirement in Inductive Biblical Studies-1 for the M.Div. is met by courses in the range, IBS510-549.

NT(IBS)510 MATTHEW (3)

Bauer, Russell
A basic course in Inductive Bible Studies. The primary purpose is to enable the student to begin developing an inductive approach to Bible study, especially in the areas of observation and interpretation. Parts of the Gospel of Matthew are used to demonstrate and to practice a methodical approach that can be used in other biblical books. Some of the main themes of the Gospel are highlighted in the process.

NT(IBS)511 MARK (3)

Dongell, Thompson
As a basic course in Inductive Bible Studies, its primary purpose is to enable the student to begin developing an inductive approach to Bible study, especially in the areas of observation and interpretation. Parts of the Gospel of Mark are used to demonstrate and to practice a methodical approach that can be used in other biblical books. Some of the main themes of the Gospel are highlighted in the process.

OT(IBS)550 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of introductory Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)550 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of introductory New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

OT(IBS)599 Independent Research in Inductive Biblical Studies (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, introductory research in Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)599 INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, introductory research in New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

The core elective requirement in Inductive Biblical Studies-2 for the M.Div. is met by courses in the range, IBS610-649 (NT or OT).

OT(IBS)610 PENTATEUCH (3)

Dongell, Russell, Thompson
A study of Genesis through Deuteronomy which builds on the methodology of the first Inductive Bible Study course by further use of what has been previously learned and by emphasizing the study of books as wholes. Accordingly, there is a special focus on the initial survey of books as wholes, the interpretation of parts of books in the context of the book as a whole, and the synthesis of books. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS) 510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)611 HISTORICAL BOOKS (3)

Bauer
A series of book studies including Joshua through 2 Kings which builds on the methodology of the first Inductive Bible Study course by further use of what has been previously learned and by emphasizing the study of books as wholes. Accordingly, there is a special focus on the initial survey of books as wholes, the interpretation of parts of books in the context of the book as a whole, and the synthesis of books. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)612 PSALMS (3)

Russell, Thompson
A survey of the Psalter as a whole and a detailed, inductive study of examples of each of the major Psalm types, with special attention given to the interpretation of Hebrew poetic literature. The Old Testament community's theology and worship are studied as they are reflected in the Psalter. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)613 WISDOM LITERATURE (3)

Russell, Thompson
A series of book studies embracing Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs designed to refine method in the study of books as wholes and their significant parts in light of the whole. In the process, attention is given to the contributions of these works to significant biblical themes, such as the relationship between character and circumstance. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS) 510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)615 MINOR PROPHETS (3)

Bauer, Russell, Thompson
Book studies of the Minor Prophets which build on the methodology of the first Inductive Bible Study course by further use of what has been previously learned and by emphasizing the study of books as wholes. Accordingly, there is a special focus on the initial survey of books as wholes, the interpretation of parts of books in the context of the book as a whole, and the synthesis of books. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. It intentionally incorporates the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent or taken concurrently with this course. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)625 ISAIAH (3)

Russell, Stone
An inductive study of the book as a whole and of each of the major divisions. Careful attention is given to structure and theological content. Emphasis is placed on the hermeneutical principles and procedures related to prophetic literature. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)626 JEREMIAH (3)

Stone
An overview of the book as a whole followed by intensive analysis of selected portions. Alongside general principles bearing upon the interpretation of prophetic literature, students also consider how factors such as the divergent textual witnesses, literary types, theological emphases, and compositional processes apparent in Jeremiah affect the interpretation of the book. The theological significance of the "new covenant" and of the figure of Jeremiah for theology and preaching, particularly in the Wesleyan tradition, receives attention. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)627 EZEKIEL (3)

Thompson
A study of the book as a whole and its most significant parts, with special attention to the historical and theological context of the prophet. Emphasis is placed on hermeneutical principles bearing on the interpretation of prophetic literature as illustrated specifically by this book and its treatment within the biblical tradition. Attention is also given to the place of Ezekiel in the thought of John Wesley. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)628 DANIEL (3)

Arnold
An inductive study of the book as a whole and of each of the major divisions. Emphasis is placed on hermeneutical principles bearing on the interpretation of apocalyptic literature, as distinct from other forms of prophetic literature. Comparisons and contrasts are made with other examples of Jewish apocalyptic, tracing the development of selected themes throughout the history of apocalyptic literature, including the Book of Revelation. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Hebrew language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and OT501 or equivalent (completed or taken concurrently with this course). (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Hebrew by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)635 GOSPEL OF JOHN (3)

Dongell
A careful examination of the Gospel of John according to the inductive method of Bible study. Emphasis will be placed on the close examination of a series of key passages in light of the structure and major themes of the Gospel of John. This course intentionally incorporates the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; NT500 or 501. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)636 THE BOOK OF ACTS (3)

Bauer
A careful examination of the Book of Acts according to the inductive method of Bible study. Emphasis will be upon the structure and the major themes found in the Book of Acts, with the Gospel of Luke employed for background purposes. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and NT500 or 501 or equivalent. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)637 PAULINE EPISTLES (3)

Bauer, Dongell
A study of Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians which builds on the methodology of the first inductive Bible study course by further use of what has been previously learned and by emphasizing the study of books as wholes. Accordingly, there is a special focus on the initial survey of books as wholes, the interpretation of parts of books in the context of the book as a whole, and the synthesis of books. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and NT500 or 501 or equivalent. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)638 ROMANS (3)

Dongell
A detailed study of this epistle, with focus on the thought-development of the argument as it moves from chapters 1 to 11, with attention given to the instructions of chapters 12-16, and with an examination of the relationship between these two sections. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT (IBS) 510 or 511; and NT 500 or 501 or equivalent. (May be taken by students in the M.A. program not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)645 GENERAL EPISTLES (3)

Bauer
A study of 1 John, James, Jude, and 1 and 2 Peter which builds on the methodology of the first inductive Bible study course by further use of what has been previously learned and by emphasizing the study of books as wholes. Accordingly, there is a special focus on the initial survey of books as wholes, the interpretation of parts of books in the context of the book as a whole, and the synthesis of books. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and NT500 or 501 or equivalent. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

NT(IBS)646 Hebrews (3)

Bauer
A detailed study of the thought-development of this epistle with a focus on its structure, its teaching on the incarnation and high priesthood of Jesus, and its insights into the relation between the old and new covenants. Emphasis is placed on the methodology of studying discursive literature. In addition, attention is given to thinking, valuing, and living biblically by learning how to apply Scripture to life and ministry. This course seeks intentionally to incorporate the grammatical analysis of the Greek language into the overall inductive process. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511; and NT500 or 501 or equivalent. (May be taken by students in M.A. programs not requiring Greek by special arrangement with the professor.)

OT(IBS)650 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of intermediate Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)650 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of intermediate New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

OT(IBS)699 INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, intermediate research in Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)699 INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, intermediate research in New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

OT(IBS)750 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of advanced Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)750 TUTORIAL IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
For students with specialized interests/needs in selected areas of advanced New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. Consult syllabus for prerequisites and course requirements. See academic policy. May be repeated.

OT(IBS)799 Independent Research in Inductive Biblical Studies (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, advanced research in Old Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

NT(IBS)799 INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN INDUCTIVE BIBLICAL STUDIES (1-3)

Bauer, Dongell, Thompson
Guided, independent, advanced research in New Testament Inductive Biblical Studies. See academic policy and procedures. By contract. Credit only. May be repeated.

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