Academic Catalog

2024 – 2025 Snowbird Institute

Fall Courses (2024):

BTI1100: Hermeneutics

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of biblical interpretation and hermeneutical procedures. 

OTS1100: Old Testament Survey

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Old Testament in three sections: (1) Law, (2) Prophets, and (3) the Writings. Students will be presented with major events and themes in the Old Testament and understand how key biblical passages from the Old Testament fit into the storyline of redemptive history.  Students will also learn the cultural and historical background, introductory issues, contents, major themes, and critical issues of each of the books covered.

COM3610: Bible Exposition 1

This course is a basic introduction to biblical exposition for vocational ministers. It emphasizes teaching and preaching Scripture based on the intended meaning of Biblical texts. It includes an introduction to the hermeneutical principles necessary for arriving at the Holy Spirit’s intended meaning of a given passage and then developing that meaning into engaging sermons and Bible lessons.

COM3620: Bible Exposition 2

This course, a continuation of COM3610, expands on the study of biblical exposition with an emphasis on sermon delivery. Students will prepare and present sermons for class member feedback. Particular attention is given to delivering Christ-centered, expository sermons.

THE3110: Theology 1

Christian Theology I is an introduction to the foundations of Christian Theology. Students will be presented with an overview of the nature of Theology and its methods and claims. Specific topics of study in this course include the doctrines of God, humanity, sin, revelation, and scripture. 

THE3120: Theology 2

Christian Theology II is a continuation of Theology I. This course surveys and defines subjects including Christology, Pneumatology, Ecclesiology, and Soteriology and the biblical, historical, systematic, and philosophical views of these doctrines. It also emphasizes the scriptural foundations for these doctrines and presents arguments in their defense while surveying and critiquing alternate views. It also provides insight into the relevance of these doctrines for the Christian life and witness.

Spring Courses (2025):

PHI4600: Apologetics

This course investigates classical and contemporary objections to the Christian faith and considers methods for defending it. It does this from both a biblical perspective and with modern cultural considerations.

HIS2110: Church History

This course provides a survey of the history of Christianity from the apostolic times to the present. Students will gain knowledge of church history from the apostolic era to the present, grow in their understanding of key theological developments and figures, explore major ecclesiastical traditions, become familiar with important theological terms, and be spiritually enriched by past Christian thought.

EVA1100: Evangelism

This course introduces the nature and practice of evangelism, emphasizing its biblical, theological, and historical roots. Special attention will be given to the rationale and context of evangelization.

NTS: Hebrews

This course is an intensive study of the letter of Hebrews, focusing on its themes and content, critical introductory questions, and interpreting the letter for life and ministry.

NTS1100: New Testament Survey

This course provides an introductory survey of the New Testament. It is designed as a comprehensive overview of the New Testament in three sections: (1) Canonical Gospels, (2) Acts and the Pauline Epistles, and (3) the General Epistles and Revelation. Students will learn the cultural and historical backgrounds, introductory issues, contents, major themes, and critical issues of each book covered.

NTS3800: Philippians

This course is an intensive study of the letter to the Philippians, focusing on its themes and content, critical introductory questions, and interpreting the letter for life and ministry.