Fairhaven Baptist College Catalog 2017-2019

BI 522 Johannine Epistles
A study of the life and writings of the apostle John. Primary emphasis is placed upon the
epistles. Special attention is given to the apostle’s vocabulary.
One semester, three hours.
BI 524 Fundamentals of Education
A study of the issues rudimentary to Christian education. The course will include a philosophy
of each area of education and the theoretical implementation of a Christian philosophy of
education.
One semester, three hours.
BI 525 Old Testament Survey I
A survey of the books of the Old Testament giving special consideration to the major themes,
characters, and events of the Pentateuch.
Fall semester, two hours.
BI 526 Old Testament Survey II
A survey of the books of the Old Testament giving special consideration to the major themes,
characters, and events of the historical books.
Spring semester, two hours.
BI 527 Creation Science
This course provides a Biblical view of origins from the standpoint of both Scripture and
science. The failure of evolution as science is dealt with in depth, including geology and
radiometric dating. Creative design in the biological disciplines of anatomy, botany, and
zoology is also studied.
Fall semester, three hours.
BI 528 Biological Issues for the Christian
This course provides scientific background and Biblical perspective of issues of concern to
the Christian. Topics include abortion, diseases, and other issues from the field of medicine.
Environmental issues will also be discussed.
Spring semester, three hours.
BI 529 New Testament Survey I
A survey of the books of the New Testament. Special emphasis is given to the author,
background, and purpose of each book as well as the doctrinal theme. This semester
begins with Matthew and concludes with II Corinthians.
Fall semester, two hours.
BI 530 New Testament Survey II
A survey of the books of the New Testament. Special emphasis is given to the author,
background, and purpose of each book as well as the doctrinal theme. This semester
begins with Galatians and concludes with Revelation.
Spring semester, two hours.
BI 533 Bible Geography
A study of the geographical and historical background of Bible lands as related to
Scripture.
Spring semester, three hours.
BI 534 U.S. Constitution
This class looks at some of the Biblical and political theories behind the Constitution. The
entire text of the Constitution is examined and discussed.
Fall semester, three hours.
BI 535 Government
This course is designed to teach the student the basics of our government and how it runs.
Special care is taken to develop a Biblical philosophy about the operation of our government.
Also, a brief look at economics will be taken.
Spring semester, three hours.
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