Mississippi Missionary Baptist Institute & Seminary

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1 Page1 Mississippi Missionary Baptist Institute & Seminary This catalogue is the sole property of MMBI, and can not be duplicated without the written consent of MMBI. Copyright protection 2010 Academic Catalog Producing Biblical Scholars for the Kingdom of God, for the End Times

2 Table of Contents Calendar of Events Directions to Campus About MMBI The President s Perspective Board of Trustees Affiliations Goals of the Seminary Doctrinal Statement Student Life Introduction Seminary Lifestyles Student Housing Student Services Finances General Information Policies Grants and Scholarships Admissions Introduction Application Procedure Conditions for Acceptance Denial of Admission Transferring to MMBI Academics Academic Policies Graduation MMBI Grading System Special Earned Credit Minimum GPA Requirement Academic Discipline English Requirements Non-Academic Requirements Other Academic Policies Transcripts Other Policies Core Curriculum Department of Theology Page2

3 Page3 Purpose GED Program Diploma in Biblical Studies Christian Education (C.ED, A., C.Ed. B, C.Ed.M, C.Ed.D.,) Theological Studies (Th.A. Th.B., Th.M., Th.D.) Associate of Theology Bachelor of Theology Master of Theology Doctorate of Theology Course Descriptions Personnel MMBI Calendar of Events Summer Registration April 25-May 6, 2016 Summer Classes Begins May 19, 2016 Memorial Day May 31, 2010 (No Class) Finals Exam. Week July 26 30, 2016 Final Day of Class July 31, 2016 Fall Semester Registration Begins August 6, 2016 Fall Semester Begins August 22, 2016 Mid-Terms Week October 10, 2016 Fall Break Week October 17-21, 2016 Thanksgiving Day November 25-26, 2016 Finals December 16-19, 2016 Christmas Break December 21-January 11, 2016 Spring Semester Begins; January 11, 2016 Mid Terms Week February 22-26, 2016 Spring Break Week February 28-March 4, 2016 Finals Week April, 25-29, 2016 MMBI Commencement May 6, 2016 Summer Classes Begins May 9, 2016 The President s Perspective Dr. Xavier C. Joshua Dr. Joshua is a native of Franklin Louisiana, and begins preaching at the age of 16. He married Zina C. Green on September 10, 1985 and to their union is their daughter Courtney who is a graduate of University of Louisiana with honors. Dr. Joshua is an alumnus of California Missionary Baptist Institute and Seminary. There he earned an Associate of Theology, Bachelor of Theology Degree, and a Masters of Theology Degree. He also served as the student body President. He became the first African American to earn a Doctor of Theology Degree from Gulf Coast Baptist Institute & Seminary. He was also, the first African American to serve as a Hebrew Professor in the history of the American Baptist Association of Theological Institutes & Seminaries. Dr. Joshua served at several churches as Pastor in Pomona California, Franklin, Cypremort Point La., Morgan City, La., Patterson, La., and Laurel, MS. In January 22, 2007, he was called to serve as Pastor of the First Metropolitan Baptist Church and the Chancellor of Mississippi Missionary Baptist Institute & Seminary where he currently serves. Dr. Joshua s vision for the seminary is to develop scholars of the Word of God with emphasis in Biblical Languages. Also, is to have a full campus where students would be encouraged to become members of the student body. It is with great humility that I serve as President of Mississippi Missionary Baptist Institute & Seminary. As each semester begins I consider it such a tremendous honor to equip men and women to serve the Lord. It is my conviction that each student and faculty member projects the Love of Christ at all times. We will only past this way once and it is our duty to give ourselves unselfishly to others. One of my objectives as a steward of MMBI is to produce Scholars of the Biblical Writings that will be second to none in the nation. Also, to produce elite Preachers of the Gospel. These Preachers will shape the new generations to come with a sound biblical foundation going into the century. They will be the preacher describe in Psalm 78:72, So he fed them with the integrity of his heart and guided them with the skillfulness of his hand.

4 Page4 Board of Trustees First Metropolitan Baptist Church Trustees, FIFTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH Board of Directors. Affiliations American Baptist Association School of Theology & Seminaries Goals of the Seminary The goals of the Seminary are to expand our Bible Language Department with the latest computerized technology. Also to add on more qualified Professors. It is also our goal to build a complete Campus with housing, cafeteria, gymnasium and a complete 5k-10k book library to accommodate the students. Doctrinal Statement 1. We believe that love one for another, as Jesus loves the believer, manifests our discipleship, proves our love for God and symbolizes our authority as New Testament churches. Love is therefore the great commandment of the LORD Jesus Christ, upon which all others are dependent (Matt. 22:35-40; John 13:34, 35; John 15:12; I John 4:7-21; I John 5:1-3; Rev. 2:4, 5). 2. We believe in the infallible, verbal inspiration of the whole Bible, and that the Bible is the all-sufficient rule of faith and practice (Psalm 119:160; 2. Tim. 3:16,17). 3. We believe in the personal triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in divine perfection (Matt. 28:19). 4. We believe in the Genesis account of Creation (Gen. 1; 2). 5. We believe that Satan is a fallen angel, the archenemy of God and man, the unholy god of this world, and that his destiny is the eternal lake of fire (Isa. 14:12-15; Ezek. 28:11-19; Matt. 25:41; 2 Cor. 4:4; Eph. 6:10-17; Rev. 20:10). 6. We believe in the virgin birth and sinless humanity of Jesus Christ (Matt. 1:18-20; 2 Cor. 5:21; I Peter 2:22). 7. We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ (John 10:30; John 1:1, 14; 2 Cor. 5:19). 8. We believe the Holy Spirit is the divine Administrator for Jesus Christ in His churches (Luke 24:49; John 14:16, 17; Acts 1:4, 5, 8; Acts 2:1-4). 9. We believe that the creative miraculous spiritual manifestation gifts were done away when the Bible was completed. Be believe in the Power of Prayer for all healing according to the will of God. Faith, Hope and Love are the vital abiding Spiritual Gifts (I Cor. chapters 12 14). 10. We believe that Man was created in the image of God and lived in innocence until he fell by voluntary transgression from his sinless state, the result being that all mankind are sinners (Gen. 1:26; Gen. 3:6-24; Rom. 5:12, 19).

5 Page5 11. We believe that the suffering and death of Jesus Christ was substitutionary for all mankind and is efficacious only to those who believe (Isa. 53:6; Heb. 2:9; I Peter 2:24; I Peter 3:18; 2 Peter 3:9; I John 2:2). 12. We believe in the bodily resurrection and ascension of Christ and the bodily resurrection of His saints (Matt. 28:1-7; Acts 1:9-11; I Cor. 15:42-58; I Thess. 4:13-18). 13. We believe in the pre-millennial, personal, bodily return of Christ as the crowning event of the Gentile age. This event will include the resurrection of the righteous to eternal heaven, and the Millennium will be followed by the resurrection of the unrighteous unto eternal punishment in the lake of fire and that the righteous shall enter into the heaven age (John 14:1-6; I Thess. 4:13-18; 2 Thess. 2:8; Rev. 19; Rev. 20:4-6; Rev. 20:11-15; Rev. 21:8). 14. We believe that the depraved sinner is saved wholly by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, and the requisites to regeneration are repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ (Luke 13:3-5; John 3:16-18; Acts 20:21; Rom. 6:23; Eph. 2:8, 9), and that the Holy Spirit convicts sinners, regenerates, seals, secures, and indwells every believer (John 3:6; John 16:8, 9; Rom. 8:9-11; I Cor. 6:19, 20; Eph. 4:30; Titus 3:5). 15. We believe that all who trust Jesus Christ for conversion as a process of salvation are eternally secure in Him and shall not perish (John 3:36; John 5:24; John 10:27-30; Rom. 8:35-39; Rom. 12: 1-2; Acts 2 :38; Heb. 10:39; I Peter 1:5). 16. We believe that God deals with believers as His children, that He chastises the disobedient, and that He rewards the obedient (Matt. 16:27; Matt. 25:14-23; John 1:12; Heb. 12:5-11; 2 John 8; Rev. 22:12). 17. We believe that Jesus Christ established His church during His ministry on earth and that it is always a local, visible assembly of scripturally baptized believers in covenant relationship to carry out the Commission of the Lord Jesus Christ, and each church is an independent, self-governing body, and no other ecclesiastical body may exercise authority over it. We believe that Jesus Christ gave the Great Commission to the New Testament churches only, and that He promised the perpetuity of His churches (Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 16:18; Matt. 28:19, 20; Mark 1:14-20; John 1:35-51; Eph. 3:21). 18. We believe that there are two pictorial ordinances in the Lord's churches: Baptism and the Lord's Supper. Scriptural baptism is the immersion of penitent believers in water, administered by the authority of a New Testament church in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Lord's Supper is a memorial ordinance, restricted to the members of the church observing the ordinance (Matt. 28:19, 20; Acts 8:12, 38; Rom. 6:4; I Cor. 5:11-13; I Cor. 11:1, 2, 17-20, 26). 19. We believe that there are two divinely appointed offices in a church, pastors and deacons, to be filled by

6 Page6 men whose qualifications are set forth in Titus and I Timothy. 20. We believe that all associations, fellowships, and committees are, and properly should be, servants of, and under control of the churches (Matt. 20:25-28). 21. We believe in freedom of worship without interference from the government and affirm our belief in civil obedience, unless the laws and regulations of civil government run contrary to the Holy Scriptures (Rom. 13:1-7; I Peter 2:13-15) MMBI, received an extended arm of FMBC of Fresno California and we share the same doctrinal believe, as MMBI. But were established upon the Authority of First Metropolitan Baptist Church Student Life Our students are encouraged to develop a life of prayer. Also, to live a life as the scriptures as their faith rule and practice. II Corinthians 5:17, if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature old thing are past away and all things are become new. Romans 12:1-2, I beseech you by the mercies of God that you present your bodies a living sacrifice holy, acceptable unto God which is your reasonable services and be not conformed to the world, but be transformed by the renewing of the mind. Student Housing We assist our students in locating affordable housing. In the Laurel area there are many affordable apartments and houses available. Also, there is a dorm facility located on the campus for student s accommodations. Student Services Other services are employment placement service, Onesiphus ministry which provides food pantry to each student at need. Finances General Information Our tuition is very reasonable therefore, our objective is to provide affordable, but yet quality theological education to our students. The cost of tuition each semester is $ per student and $35 per class unit. The student can take as many classes as he or she desire as long as a GPA of 3.5 is maintained. Policies At registration each student is required to pay in full his/her tuition and fees for classes anticipated taking. There is a payment plan for students not able to pay in full upon registration for those students, 1/3 of their tuition plus a $50 registration fee and cost of classes. Then at the beginning of each month each student is required to pay $100 for that month of study, and the final payment of $150 at the beginning of the month.

7 Page7 Grants and Scholarships It is the goal of MMBI to find churches within the ABA which supports our school to also to support our students by way of Grants and Scholarships. Upon availability these grants and scholarships will be awarded to our students based upon their individual merits. Admissions Introduction Admissions to MMBI are done on a first come first serve basis. Each student will meet with the Dean of the MMBI or the school registration and completes the necessary application for admittance. Application Procedure Once the application has been completed an interview will be schedule to meet with the President of the Seminary. Based upon that interview a letter will be drafted of acceptance or denial to MMBI. Conditions for Acceptance MMBI is a private institute and seminary, and is accredited by the Theological schools of ABA. Therefore we reserve the right to accept or deny applicants at our decrection. Falsifying information of any sort, during admittance process will cause applications to be denied. Transferring to MMBI Any student presenting credits from an accredited institute, college or university, shall be received as earned credits for those units which relates to the pursue studies. All credits from one of our ABA institutes are received as earned credits. Academics Academic Policies Student Classifications Students are classified as follows: Full-time: a a student enrolled in 12+ hours Part-time: a student enrolled in 11 hours or less Auditor: a student enrolled, but receiving no credit Freshman: a student who has completed less than 30 semester hours Sophomore: a student who has completed at least 30 semester hours and who has 60 credits Junior: a student who has completed at least 60 semester hours and has 120 credits. Senior: a student who has completed at least 90 semester hours and has 180 credits Denial of Admission

8 Page8 Non-degree student: a student who has been accepted under regular conditions but is not enrolled in a degree program. Graduate Level student: a student who has earned a Th.B, and have met all conditions will be invited to enter into a graduate program. Graduation Each student is required to attend the commencement excise. Graduation Honors Exceptional scholarship is recognized upon graduation according to the following scale of cumulative grade point averages: 3.8 or higher: Summa Cum Laude 3.5: Magna Cum Laude 3.2: Cum Laude MMBI Grading System Quality Points Per Hour: A 4.00 C 2.00 B 3.70 C B D B 3.00 D 1.00 B D C F 0.00 Grade Scale: A C A C B D B D B D C F 69-0 Special Earned Credit Students who have taken Advanced Placement Tests should have official test results sent to MMBI. Students who have received ratings of 3, 4, or 5 on this test are granted college credit for corresponding course(s). The AP Test in English Literature and Composition substitutes for only the firs semester of Freshman English Composition. Minimum GPA Requirement Freshman students (those who have successfully completed fewer than 30 semester hours) must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least Students who have successfully completed 30 semester hours must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. Academic Discipline Academic Warning Notice Instructors determine if a student is in academic distress in his/her course by the 7-week period and gives the student an Academic Warning notice and sends a copy to the Registrar. The student is given an opportunity to meet with the instructor to discuss the situation. English Requirements Students pursuing any degree or diploma from MMBI must demonstrate their ability to write on the

9 Page9 college level. Students transferring credit from another college may attempt to validate up to 6 credit hours of English Composition, contingent upon transcript verification and acceptable scores on the English Placement /Diagnostic Examination. Any student in a degree or diploma program must complete English Composition with a passing grade and must earn at least a C in English Composition. On the recommendation of two or more faculty members, students who exhibit unacceptable writing performance may be required to successfully complete English Review. Non-Academic Requirements Non-Academic requirements for full-time students include chapel attendance, student ministries, spiritual formation groups, and attendance at the conferences such as those listed below. Other Academic Policies Academic Load A full-time student takes a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. The normal academic load at MMBI is 15 credit hours each semester. The student is not to exceed a maximum load of 18 semester hours without the following: A cumulative GPA of 1.5 Permission of the appropriate supervisor Academic course loads must be coordinated with employment hours and are not to exceed the following guidelines: 16 credits hours maximum of 30 work hours 12 credits hours maximum of 35 work hours 10 credits hours maximum of 40 work hours Class Attendance Satisfactory completion of a course requires regular, punctual class attendance. Missing the equivalent of two weeks of class will result in the student s grade being lowered by a full letter grade. Each absence thereafter will result in lowering the course grade by another letter. Students missing classes for college-approved activities of field trips in another class will be allowed up to two additional absences before the course grade is lowered. Absences from class for any reason does not excuse the work required. Three tardies=one absence. Transcripts Obtaining Transcripts An MMBI academic transcript of credit may be obtained from the Registrar by written request. The first transcript will be issued without charge. Additional transcripts can be requested for a fee of $5.00 per transcript. Transcripts will not be issued if a student has any outstanding bills with any office of the College. Official transcripts cannot be issued on a Fax machine or by . Official transcripts are issued to third

10 Page10 parties (anyone other that the student) upon receipt of a written request signed by the student. Department of Theology Purpose The purpose of MMBI theological department is to prepare individuals to become Pastors as biblical scholars, and to equip lay members to serve effectively within the Kingdom of God Diploma in Biblical Studies Diploma in Biblical Studies will be granted to individuals who has completed one year of studies in the General Studies circumculum. Degrees Offered Christian Education (C.ED, A., C.Ed. B, C.Ed.M., C.ed.D.,) Associate of Christian Education Bachelor of Christian Education Master of Christian Education Doctorate of Christian Education Theological Studies (Th.A, Th.B., Th.M., Th.D.) Associate of Theology Bachelor of Theology Master of Theology Doctorate of Theology Course Descriptions ENGLISH DEPARTMENT ENGLISH 103 ab This course is a basic grammar course. Essential rules, definitions, and applications of grammar are taught. The student receives instruction in developing good sentence structure. Parts of speech and their uses are studied intensively. Spelling tests on various words from the Bible are given regularly. ENGLISH 423a This course is designed to help develop professional writing abilities. The student will begin preparing to write their thesis and dissertation. This course is a college level course. BIBLE LANGUAGES GREEK BL 103 a/b This course introduces the student to the alphabets and components of the Greek grammar. The student will learn basic to advanced level of verb inflections, and noun declensions. Prerequisite: English 103ab GREEK BL 203 a/b This course reviews the alphabets and components of the Greek grammar. The Student will enter into advanced study and usage of the verb, noun, adjective, and participle forms found in the Scriptures. Prerequisite: Greek 103ab GREEK BL 303 a/b This course the student will focus on the advanced study of the Greek Grammar. Also, begin to translate and read from the Greek New Testament. This student will begin to learn Modern Greek and conversational Greek. Prerequisite: Greek 203a/b GREEK BL 403 a/b This course the student will focus on translations from the Greek New Testament and the Septuagint?

11 Page11 GREEK BL 503 a/b This course the student will focus on translations of ancient writings and extra biblical writing in comparison with the Greek New Testament. Vocabulary is key and phrasing conversational Greek is key. GREEK BL 603 a/b This course the student will focus on translations of Pauline Epistles of the Greek New Testament. Vocabulary is key and phrasing conversational Greek is key. ARABIC BL 102ab This course introduces the student to the alphabet and components of the Arabic grammar. The student will learn basic to advanced level of verb inflections, and noun declensions. The student will also enter into advanced study and usage of the verbs, nouns, and adjectives forms found in the Scriptures. ARABIC BL 202ab These courses the student will focus on the advanced study of the Arabic Grammar also begin to translate and read from the Arabic New Testament. This student will begin to learn modern Arabic and conversational Arabic. Prerequisite: Arabic 103a/b ARABIC BL 303ab This course the student will focus on the advanced study of the Arabic Grammar and is a continuation in translating and reading from the Arabic New Testament. This student will continue to learn modern Arabic and conversational Arabic Prerequisite: Arabic 203a/b ARABIC BL 403ab This course the student will focus on the advanced study of Arabic translating from Arabic New Testament and the ancient writings. Prerequisite: Arabic 303a/b ARAMAIC BL 106ab This course introduces the student to the alphabet and components of the Aramaic grammar. The student will learn basic verb inflections, and noun declensions. ARAMAIC BL 206ab This course is a continuation of Aramaic BL 106ab with a special emphasis placed on translating and reading from the Aramaic New Testament writings. This student will begin to learn modern Aramaic and conversational Aramaic. Prerequisite: Aramaic 106a/b ARAMAIC BL 306ab This course is a continuation of Aramaic BL206ab. The student will focus on the advanced study of the Aramaic Grammar. Also, continue in translating and reading from the Aramaic New Testament Writings. This student will continue learning modern Aramaic and conversational Aramaic. Prerequisite: Aramaic 206a/b HEBREW BL 303ab This is the foundation for the study of the Hebrew language. This course consists of learning Basic Biblical Hebrew Grammar, and vocabulary, Basic Ancient Hebrew, Basic Modern Hebrew with emphasis on conversation skills and writing. Prerequisite: English 103a/b or equivalent HEBREW BL 403ab This is an advance continuation of the study in the previous course of BL 303. This course emphasizes an advance study of Hebrew part of speech, vocabulary and aural skills. This course offers a more intensive study on Ancient Hebrew, and Basic Modern Hebrew with emphasis on conversation skills and writing. This year the student will begin to translate from passages of the scripture. Using different tools such as Lexicons, and other external resources each student will develop skills to enhance knowledge of the Hebrew language. Prerequisite: Hebrew 303ab HEBREW BL 503 ab This course is a continuation of the study in the previous 403 course with special emphasis placed upon translation of other Books of the Old

12 Page12 Testament. Practical applications are made of the doctrines found. BL 503 Hebrew this advanced research is a requirement of those who have been elected to pursue the doctoral program. Prerequisite: Hebrew 303ab and BL 403 ab HEBREW BL 603 a/b This course is a continuation of the study in the previous 503 course with special emphasis placed upon translation and comparative studies of the original Hebrew text with Septuagint for doctrinal applications. Also, this advanced research for dissertation purposes as well as developing commentaries and other resources. Prerequisite: Hebrew BL Greek , and Hebrew BL HEBREW BL 703 a This course review of grammar principles, and is a continuation of Hebrew BL 603ab. The student continues exegetical studies of the original Hebrew & Septuagint Text. Prerequisite: Hebrew BL Greek , and Hebrew BL HEBREW BL 703b The student is introduced to more difficult passages of the Old Testament after a thorough but brief review of grammar principles, continuing exegesis cal studies of the Hebrew & Septuagint of Genesis, some prophecy of Zechariah, and some Psalms are studied. Prerequisite: Hebrew BL Greek , and Hebrew BL THEOLOGY I 303ab This course will introduce the student to a more thorough, systematic study of some of the key doctrines of the Bible. Using principles learned in Bible Analysis, Greek, Hebrew, and related studies, the student will explore the biblical teachings concerning Bibliology (Study of the Bible), Theology (Study of God), Christology (Study of Christ), and Pneumatology (Study of the Holy Spirit). These studies involve a great deal of research, and the writing of theses for each semester of study. The student must possess the capacity to translate the original Hebrew and Greek text. THEOLOGY II 403ab This course will continue the line of study began in Theology I. Subjects to be considered will include Anthropology (Study of Man), Hamartiology (Study of Sin), Soteriology (Study of Salvation), and Ecclesiology (Study of the Church). These studies involve a great deal of research, and the writing of theses for each semester of study. The student must possess the capacity to translate the original Hebrew and Greek text. Prerequisite: Systematic Theology I 303a/b THEOLOGY III 523a/b This course, for graduate students, will explore the subjects of Angiology (Study of Angels), Demonology (Study of Demons), and Eschatology (Study of Last Things). These studies involve a great deal of research, and the writing of theses for each semester of study. The student must possess the capacity to translate the original Hebrew and Greek text. PSALMS 403a In this course the student will be led into an analytical study of the Psalms. In his/her research of the 150 Psalms, the occasion for which the Psalms was written will be found and the heart throb of the Psalmist and his people will be felt. Much joy will come to those who search the depths of these writings. MINOR PROPHETS 403a A look into the shorter writings of the prophets of God will build a valuable foundation for the student to approach the workings of God in the New Testament. These prophets write to Israel and Gentile powers alike. They are minor in the language of the people today but not to God. Each student should have an outline view of the events and their order for a better understanding of the Bible. Many events are interrelated and knowledge of these will help the pupil organize the subjects for a true application of the material. NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY 203b This is identical to Old Testament Survey except that it will deal with the New Testament.

13 Page13 BIBLE CUSTOMS 303a Many of the truths of the Bible are hidden from us because of a lack of understanding of the culture and customs of the east. This course will deal with those customs that were common to the writers of the Scriptures. Some of these customs are still in use today. BIBLE GEOGRAPHY 303b Geography, by definition, is a study that involves writings about the earth. This would naturally include a study in the areas of geology, history, and archaeology. The purpose of this course is to help the student gain a better understanding of the places and events in Scripture so as to enable the stundent to more fully appreciate, understand, and interpret the Scriptures. GENERAL EPISTLES 303a This course is approached from historical background, and then becomes an outlined study that covers every verse, thought, and idea set forth by the writers. The student must possess the capacity to translate the original Greek text. PAULINE EPISTLES 303b The Pauline epistles are studied from the same approach as the general epistles. This is a strong doctrinal study of the local church truths as set forth by one of the church's greatest teachers. A better understanding of the foundation of the church will be gained by this study. The student must possess the capacity to translate the original and Greek text. MAJOR PROPHETS 403a Like the study of the Minor Prophets, this course will broaden the student's understanding of God's dealings with the people of the world. The prophets were God's messengers of that day and their messages are recorded for our study. BOOK OF DANIEL 403b God gave the world His plan for the ages. He selected a Jewish lad in captivity to be the expounder of this great truth. The truth is both practical in interpretation and application. This book is flowing with history, prophecy, and present scenes of the course of human events. PENTATEUCH 503a In this course the student will research the first five books of the Old Testament. His studies will deal with the covenant relations that God has with man, with His people, and with His special messengers. These subjects will be the topics of discussion in the classroom. REVELATION I 503a This course surveys the letters of Jesus to the seven churches of Asia. Their meanings and warnings are analyzed for a better understanding of the church age and the end times to come. REVELATION II 503b Understanding the rapture, tribulation, and the final earthly conflicts, along with the comforting study of the millennium and heaven age, makes this an exciting course indeed. BOOK OF ISAIAH 513b Much like the book of Daniel, Isaiah forecasts the future by using the past and present of his day. His ministry to the Jews was one of the most difficult in Old Testament times. His promises of the future state of Israel give them a new ray of hope. This is an especially needful study for our day. BOOK OF HEBREWS 513b To better understand the mediatory work of Jesus Christ, the student will be led through the types, object lessons, and priestly work as the Hebrew writer explains its meaning and purpose. This course will require some research and application of Old Testament types. BOOK OF JOHN 503a (three semester hours) The student will engage in the study of the life of Christ by examining the Biblical language, Jewish religious traditions, and the customs of the Hebrew people. The objective is for the student to gain a more concise understanding of who Jesus really is and why the Jews responded to Him in the manner in which they did. HISTORY BIBLE BY AGES HI 203a/b The Bible by Ages course is a study of the Bible from the viewpoint of different ages or periods of time. A study of this nature will organize the Bible material into specific times for a better understanding of the

14 Page14 movements of God upon the plan for Israel, the plan for the church, and the plan for the Gentile people. CHURCH HISTORY HI 203a Students of the Scriptures would be familiar with the historical facts that support the claims and promises of the Scriptures. The study of Church History will bring to life a wealth of information that is hidden among age-old records of antiquity. AMERICAN LITERATURE HI 533a This course is designed to equip the student in a basic knowledge of College American Literature. The student receives the knowledge of American Literature and how Christianity became the primary religion. BLACK HISTORY HI 533b This course is designed to equip the student in a basic knowledge of Black History. The student receives the knowledge of African Americans and how they have become a Christian Nation. OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY 203a Each student should have an outline view of the events and their order for a better understanding of the Bible. Many events are interrelated and knowledge of these will help the pupil organize the subjects for a true application of the material. EVANGELISM BIBLE ANALYSIS 103a/b A proper understanding of the rules for interpreting the Scriptures will guide the student into a more valuable use of his acquired knowledge of the Bible. The simple analysis method is a must for the beginner in Bible studies. This approach will open understanding of many of the difficult passages and put new meaning to many of the simple passages. EVANGELISM 103a/b The student will be inspired to put his newfound knowledge into practice in fields that are white unto harvest. Learning in the classroom the value of personal work and using it in the field is the focus of this study. The pastor who is alive and active in the field will be alive in the pulpit. Practical work is a basic part of this course. MISSIONS 103b Since mission work is the lifeline to the lost, preachers must be taught and encouraged to do mission work. Men are different but the Biblical way for missions will work for every man and in every location. This course deals with the New Testament plan of Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 20: BOOK OF ACTS 203a While studying the book of Acts, the student will find the church in action. The study will cover the church in her waiting, worshipping, witnessing, winnowing, working, wondering, winning, westward movement, and withstanding. MASTERING CONTEMPOARY PREACHING 103a This course is designed for the preacher in the first year. This is an advanced form of homiletics. The student is introduced to the mechanics of outlining a sermon. Minute details of sermon preparation are taught. The student is expected to preach when asked without previous notice. The different types of sermons are mastered. SPEECH 103b Learning to speak in public is a valuable aid to the Christian worker or preacher. This course will give the student a good understanding of the principles of public speaking and the importance of maintaining good speaking health... MINISTERIAL PRACTICALITIES 103a Every preacher should be aware of some of the everyday realities of life. Learning how to handle himself, his time, his finances, his duties, and the people he is to lead, will be of great value to his ministry. This course deals with such matters. RADIO BROADCASTING 801a This is a one-semester course designed to introduce the student to the world of radio broadcasting. The student will learn the components of producing a radio broadcasting ministry.

15 Page15 TELEVISION BROADCASTING 901a This is a one-semester course designed to introduce the student to the world of television broadcasting. The student will learn the components of producing a television broadcasting ministry. TECHNIQUES OF THESIS WRITING 203b This is a one-semester course designed to introduce the student to formal writing. Paragraphing is studied along with the correct form for writing theses which will be required of some students, depending on the field of study. PASTORAL COUNSELING 423a This class will promote confidence in counseling based upon inerrancy of Scripture, sufficiency of Christ, and guidance of God's Holy Spirit in dealing with the problems of man that are the result of sin. The student is encouraged to hunger after knowledge of God's Word to apply it to counseling, and to sharpen his abilities to deal with his "flock" more effectively in his role as pastor. Confidence in counseling will come from a purely Biblical perspective as opposed to a secular approach. FAMILY AND LIFE RELATIONSHIPS 203b This class examines interactions people have on a daily basis. The Bible reveals that the manner in which an individual handles relationships will play a big part in how others identify that person s character, and will also be a great indicator of the possible success or failure of a God-called man s ministry. YOUTH & MUSIC CHOIR/VOICE 133a/b The combination of proper breathing, posture, and singing bring about pretty music. This course is designed to help make a choir an effective evangelistic tool. ADVANCED MUSIC 233a/b This course delves into the appreciation of music. Counting, key signatures, and time signatures are studied and practiced until they become second nature to the student. CHORAL CONDUCTING 233a/b The student learns how to properly teach and lead a choir and congregation into an effective Christ-honoring music program. CHOIR/SIGHT READING 233a/b Singing newer and more difficult music is the basis for this course. The choir will be able to recognize melodies easily. The members will polish their choral abilities as well. FIELDS OF STUDY GED STUDIES This one- year program is designed to assist students in receiving their GED preparation for testing. Those who successfully complete this course of study will be awarded with a certificate of completion. YOUTH MINISTRY 233a/b Students will be introduced to the vast responsibilities of working in a youth program both as a leader and pastor. BEGINNING MUSIC 133a/b This course is designed for the student who knows nothing about music. The staff, notes, and dynamic markings are introduced and put into practice.

16 Page16 MUSIC (AYM) This two-year program is designed for a beginner or one who knows music but desires to enhance his knowledge and earn a diploma. Those who successfully complete this course of study will be awarded an Associate of Youth and Music. FIRST YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER English 103a 3 Credits Eng 103b 3Credits Bible Analysis 103a 3 Credits Bible Ans 103b 3 Credits Evangelism 103a 3 Credits Evang. 103b 3 Credits Beginning Music 133a 3 Credits Adv Music 133b 3 Credits Choir/Voice 133a 3 Credits Conducting 133b 3 Credits Chapel 1Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits SECOND YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Youth Ministry 233a 3 Credits Family/ Life Relat. 203b 3 Credits Book of Acts 203a 3Credits Speech 103b 3 Credits Counseling 423a 3 Credits Bible Geography 303a 3 Credits Bible Customs 303a 3 Credits Elective 3 Credits Sermonizing 103a 3 Credits Elective 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1Credits EVANGELISM (BCE) This three-year program is designed for non-ministerial students, Sunday school teachers, lay workers, and preachers who do not have a high school diploma or a GED. Those who successfully complete this course of study will be awarded a Bible Certificate of Evangelism. FIRST YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER English 103a 3 Credits Eng 103b 3Credits Bible Analysis 103a 3 Credits Bible Ana. 103b 3 Credits Evangelism 103a 3 Credits Evang. 103b 3 Credits OT Survey 203a 3 Credits NT Survey 203b 3 Credits Bible Customs 303a 3 Credits Bible Geo. 303b 3 Credits Chapel 1Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits SECOND YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Speech 103b 3 Credits Family &L.R 203b 3Credits Bible by Ages 203a 3 Credits Bible by Ages 103b 3 Credits Greek 203a 3 Credits Greek 203b 3 Credits Hebrew 103a 3 Credits Hebrew 103b 3 Credits Theology I 303a 3 Credits Theology I 303b 3 Credits Chapel 1Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits THIRD YEAR (JUNIOR YEAR) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Psalms 403a 3 Credits Daniel 403b 3 Credits Minor Prophets 403a 3 Credits Maj Prop. 403b 3 Credits Bible Customs 303a 3 Credits Bible Geo. 303b 3 Credits Theology II 403a 3 Credits Theology II 403b 3 Credits General Epistles 303a 3 Credits Pauline Epis303b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits

17 Page17 BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (BCEd.) The student who satisfactorily completes the following 126 hours of prescribed courses will receive a Bachelor of Christian Education Degree. Entry into the Master s and Doctorate s program must meet the same guidelines as the School of Theology. BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (BCE) FIRST YEAR (FRESHMAN YEAR) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER English 103a 3 Credits English 103b 3 Credits Bible An. 103a 3 Credits Bible Ana. 103b 3 Credits Evang.103a 3 Credits Evang. 103b 3 Credits Serm. 103a * 3 Credits Missions 103b 3 Credits Min. Pact. 103a * 3 Credits Speech 103b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits THIRD YEAR (JUNIOR YEAR) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Psalms 403a 3 Credits Daniel 403b 3 Credits Minor Prophets 403a 3 Credits Maj Prop. 403b 3 Credits Bible Customs 303a 3 Credits Bible Geo. 303b 3 Credits Theology II 403a 3 Credits Theology II 403b 3 Credits General Epistles 303a 3 Credits Pauline Epis303b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits FOURTH YEAR (SENIOR YEAR) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Hebrew 203a 3 Credits Hebrew 203b Credits Greek 303a 3 Credits Greek 303b 3 Credits Arabic 103a 3 Credits Arabic 103b 3 Credits OT Survey 203a 3 Credits NT Survey 203b 3 Credits Am. Hi 533a 3 Credits Bk history 533b 3 Credits Acts 203a 3 Credits Thesis 203b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 19 Credits 19 Credits SECOND YEAR (SPOHMORE YEAR) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Bible by Ages 203a 3 Credits Bible by Ages 203b 3 Credits Theology I 303a 3 Credits Theology I 303b 3 Credits OT Survey 203a 3 Credits NT Survey 203b 3 Credits Church History 203a 3 Credits Family &Life/Rel. 203b 3 Credits Book of Acts 203a 3 Credits *Elective 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1Credits 16 Credits 16 Credits FIFTH YEAR (GRAD-STUDENT) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Hebrew 303a 3 Credits Hebrew 303b Credits Greek 403a 3 Credits Greek 403b 3 Credits Arabic 203a 3 Credits Arabic 203b 3 Credits GRAD. APPENTICESHIP 6 Credits 25,000 Words Thesis 6Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 10 Credits 13 Credits *Student may select which BL he/she desire to take: Heb. 303, Gk 403 or Arabic 203

18 Page18 BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (ThB) The student who satisfactorily completes the 126 semester hours of prescribed work with a grade point average of 2.0 or better will be awarded the Bachelor of Theology. However, a student wishing to enter the Master program must maintain a 2.5 grade point average or better in the Bachelor program. SPOHMORE YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Hebrew 203a 3 Credits Hebrew 203b 3 Credits Greek 303a 3 Credits Greek 303b 3 Credits Arabic 103a 3 Credits Arabic 103b 3 Credits OT Survey 203a 3 Credits NT Survey 203b 3 Credits American History HI 3 Credits Black history HI 533b 3 Credits Book of Acts 203a 3 Credits Thesis Writing 203b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 19 Credits 19 Credits Fall Semester Freshman Year Spring Semester Summer Session Bible Analysis 102a 3 Credits Bible Analysis 102b 3 Credits Beginning Greek 104a 3 Credits Beginning Greek 104b 3 Credits Homiletics 106a 3 Credits Homiletics 106b 3 Credits Hermeneutics 108a 3 Credits Hermeneutics 108b 3 Credits Public Speaking 110a 3 Credits Public Speaking 110b 3 Credits Eng. Grammar 112a 3 Credits Eng.Grammar 112b 3 Credits Total Credits 18 Credits Total Credits 18 Credits Greek BL 403 a/b Hebrew BL 303 a/b Arabic BL 203 a/b Total: 6 Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits 18 Credits Summer Session Mastering Contemporary Preaching a/b Greek BL 203 a/b Hebrew BL 103 a/b Total Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits 18 Credits JUNIOR YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Greek 503a 3 Credits Greek 503b 3 Credits Hebrew 403a 3 Credits Hebrew 403b 3 Credits Arabic BL 303a 3 Credits Arabic BL 303b 3 Credits Aramaic BL 106a 3 Credits Aramaic BL 106b 3 Credits Bible Customs 303a 3 Credits Bible Geography 303b 3 Credits Theology I 303a 3 Credits Theology I 303b 3 Credits General Epistles 303a 3 Credits Pauline Epistles 303b 3 Credits Chapel 1 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 21 Credits 21 Credits

19 Page19 SENIOR YEAR FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Greek 6033a 3 Credits Greek 603b 3 Credits Hebrew 703a 3 Credits Hebrew 703b 3 Credits Arabic 403a 3Credits Arabic 403b 3 Credits Aramaic 206a 3 Credits Aramaic 206b 3 Credits Book of John 503a 3 Credits Rev. II 503b 3 Credits Pentateuch 503a 3 Credits Hebrews 513b 3 Credits Revelation I 503a 3 Credits Isaiah 513b 3 Credits 18 Credits 18 Credits MASTER OF THEOLOGY (ThM) The student who has completed the 126 prescribed semester hours of study in the Bachelor program with a 2.5 GPA or better will then be admitted to work in the Master program. Upon completion of the following prescribed courses with a 3.0 GPA average or better, the student will be awarded the Master of Theology. If the student wishes to advance into the Doctoral program, the student must maintain a 3.5 GPA or better in the Master program. DOCTORAL PROGRAMS General Information Every student who attends MMBI may not be permitted to enter the Doctoral program. This level of studies is reserved for those students who have excelled in the Bachelor and Master programs. He is required to maintain a certain grade point average, hold high Christian morals, demonstrate good leadership qualities, possess a cooperative attitude towards the school, and hold his calling in high esteem. More specific qualifications are listed below. A student will not be considered for admittance into the Doctoral program of the Mississippi Baptist Institute unless he has had pastoral experience or have at least 3 years of field experience. FIFTH YEAR (GRAD-STUDENT) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER GRAD. APPENTICESHIP 6 Credits 25,000 Words Thesis 6Credits Aramaic 306ab 6 Credits Chapel 1 Credits 19 Credits ENTRANCE PROCEDURES A. The student must be nominated by the administration and approved by First Metropolitan Baptist Church. B. A faculty survey is made of each student before he will be considered. C. Upon approval the candidate will be notified in writing. D. The student must submit his acceptance or rejection in writing within six months of the date of written notification. E. If the candidate accepts the invitation to enter the Doctoral program, he must visit the school for further instructions. F. If a student, who has been approved as a Doctoral candidate and invited to participate, declines the invitation or is unable to enter the program within the allotted time, must then wait one year to submit another request for approval by the administration and First Metropolitan Baptist Church /FABC. G. If a student, who has been approved as a Doctoral candidate must serve one year as a graduate student interim under a Professor. The graduate student must prepare class syaballus and teach the class in the presence under the supervision of the Professor. QUALIFICATIONS A. No student will be considered for the Doctoral program unless met the following qualifications. 一. Has earned a Master s Degree at MMBI with a 3.5 GPA or better; or has earned a Master from a sister school, also with a 3.5 GPA or better. 一. Has met the languages requirement that is compatible with the standards of MMBI.

20 Page20 一. Has submitted request to First Metropolitan Baptist Church /FABC has been approved. B. The student must then submit their chosen subject and thesis outline to the dean. 一. The outline must follow form and style as required by Techniques of Thesis Writing 203b taught at MMBI and consistent with college level guidelines. 一. Upon approval by the administration of the subject matter and outline, work and begin. TIME A. From the date of acceptance into the program, the student must have all required work submitted to the dean for grading within eighteen months. B. Failure to do so will terminate his acceptance. ATTENDANCE A. The student must spend one class week per month at MMBI for research, progress check, information, and updating of his work. B. The student must report to the dean upon each monthly visit. TRANSLATING A. Hebrew Fall Semester 一. The student must attend all summer classes of Biblical Languages or make arrangement with the Professor of the Language Department. 一. B. Greek Spring Semester 一. The student must attend all summer classes of Biblical Languages or make arrangement with the Professor of the Language Department. 一. After the subject has been approved the student must submit an outline in typed form for approval. When the outline has been approved the student may begin writing. 一. The student must write with an academic knowledge of the Biblical languages. 一. B. Length 50,000 words 一. C. Sources These are in addition to Scripture quotations or references. 一. D. All form and style must agree with what is taught in Techniques of Thesis Writing 203b at MMBI E. Monthly progress visits must be made to the dean. F. The student must receive a GPA of 3.5 on his thesis in order to be awarded the Doctor of Theology Degree. For Appointments To Meet With Our Dean: Contact: Admission s Office 2917 North 5th Ave. (Campus) Laurel, MS Dr. Xavier C. Joshua Th.D., THESIS A. Subject 一. The Subject must be approved by the administration before the student begins writing.