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Contents Absences Administration Audit Students Class Times College Transcripts and Credit Correspondence Courses Counseling Curriculum and Degrees Curriculum Description of Courses Entrance Requirements Faculty Goals and Principles Governing Body Grading Refunds Registration Spiritual Life Tuition We Believe Withdrawals and Course Changes 3
SONSHIP BIBLE COLLEGE Sonship Bible College was birthed out of the heart of founder and president, Dr. Jerry M. Williams. Dr. Williams is the senior pastor of Agape Word Fellowship in Raleigh, North Carolina. He has established churches, trained, and mentored both men and women in the ministry. His heart s desire is to see God s people reach their full potential in Christ. The purpose of SBC is to equip and train those interested in walking in the fullness of God s purpose. Our aim is to assist in promoting spiritual growth through the teaching of the Word of God by aiding and guiding those interested in full or part time ministry. Sonship Bible college offers a wide range of inspiring and beneficial courses to equip you in every area of your spiritual walk with God. Sonship Bible College offers a Fall, Winter, and Spring trimester consisting of eight weeks each. Sonship Bible College A college where men and women are trained and inspired to fulfill their godly purpose on the earth. Romans 8:19 Sonship Bible College degree programs of study has been declared by the appropriate state authority exempt from the requirements for licensure under provisions of North Carolina General Statues Section (G.S.) 116-15(d) for exemption from licensure with respect to religious education. Exemption from licensure is not based upon assessment of program quality under established licensing standards. 4
1. College Calendar Fall Trimester Courses begin the last week in September Winter Trimester Courses begin the first week of January Spring Trimester Course begin the last week of March Graduation First Sunday night in June Class Times SBC is a correspondence/distant education college. 5
2. Governing Body Sonship Bible College was founded by Dr. Jerry Williams and incorporated in the state of North Carolina. 3. Administration Dr. Jerry M. Williams, President/ Dean; Joyce Williams, Faculty Advisor; Cynthia Glover, Faculty Advisor; Jereel Ba, Registrar, Jenelle Brinkley, Administrator. 4. Goals and Principles From its inception, the goal of Sonship Bible College has been to make the Word of God available to as many people as possible. Therefore, SBC offers a thorough, in-depth study of the Word of God that will promote spiritual growth and the building up of the church of Jesus Christ without intimidating anyone with rigid scholastic standards. The innovation of presenting eight-hour, one credit format, is in keeping with SBC goals. The introduction of this new format within a trimester affords a study option designed to enhance the student s program. We believe we have a program that will meet your need, whether it is simply to know more about the Word of God in order to be a better prepared lay minister or to obtain a degree that will prepare you for the ministry to which God has called you in a full-time capacity. There are two different programs offered at SBC, outlined more fully in the Curriculum section of this catalog. It is to your advantage to study them carefully to determine which program best suits your needs. SBC seeks to instill in each student the importance of studying and examining the Word of God. Only by allowing the Word of God to examine our lives will we truly become the person God intends for us to be and to be prepared for the purposes of God in our lives. We are assured by the promise of God s Word that if we can instill the students a love for God s Word so that they present themselves as living sacrifices in study, in prayer, and in honesty before God, they will be transformed by the Word of God and will prove what is that good, acceptable, and perfect will of God for their lives. Sonship Bible College feels a definite call of God to provide a school conducive to the ministry of the Holy Spirit, our most important Teacher. We recognize that only the Holy Spirit can reveal to us the mind of God. We count it a privilege to be involved in the teaching of God s Word. These are the principles we live by and the goals we are aiming for. If you choose to attend SBC, our prayer is that we reach the high calling of God in Christ Jesus together. God bless you as you seek to serve Christ. 6
5. We Believe In the verbal inspection of the original scriptures and the infallibility of the Word of God In the absolute trinity of the eternal Godhead In the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ In the unconditional love of God through Christ In the reality and personality of the devil In the natural depravity of the human race In the substitutionary atonement In the propitiation for sin only by the blood of Jesus Christ In full salvation by grace through faith and not of works In divine healing through atonement In the anointing with oil and prayer for the sick In the personal baptism by immersion at the age of accountability In the one and only Church, composed of all blood-washed believers In the evangelization of the heathen and the nations of the world In obedience to those in authority over us in civil government In divorce only on New Testament scriptures In church government, loyalty, and obedience to those in authority over us in the Lord In tithing as God s financial plan In restitution for past wrongs whenever possible In continual revival of the Church from generation to generation In the biblical statement that God is love as expressed in the life and death of Jesus Christ In an open table at the Lord s supper 7
In the spiritual application of foot washing by forgiving one another s trespasses In the free moral will power of man, who can apostatize and backslide In the maintenance of good works and holy living In the victorious life over sin, self, and bad habits through Bible study and an incessant prayer life In Christian modesty in appearance and conduct In the keeping of the Lord s Day as a matter of privilege rather than law In regard to recreation, liberty of conscience and a godly example to the world In the immortality and conscious existence of the soul In the resurrection of our literal bodies, the just and the unjust In the literal heaven and life everlasting for all true believers In a final day of judgment for the incorrigible and wicked In the everlasting punishment of the impenitent In the personal, literal, bodily coming of Jesus Christ at the time appointed by the Father In a future literal thousand-year reign of Christ on earth with all of His saints In the judgment seat of Christ where the saints will be finally rewarded for their deeds of commission and omission In Christian tolerance to all denominations of the Christian faith In essentials, unity In non-essentials, liberty In all things, charity 8
6. Spiritual Life and Admission Procedures 6.1. Spiritual Life The spiritual life of the student can be enhanced greatly by taking advantage of the many ministries and outreaches available through the ministry of Agape Word Fellowship. Sonship Bible College also sponsors and supports various outreach ministries in the community. Students at SBC are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities. 6.2. Entrance Requirements The only entrance requirement at SBC is that students seeking a degree be able to read and write well enough to complete homework assignments. There cannot be a set standard in this area since it depends upon the willingness of the student to discipline himself/herself in study habits. Therefore, it remains a judgment by the Administration with the best interests of the student in mind. 6.3. Registration Registration forms for enrollment at SBC are available at the school office, or may be obtained upon request. Address your request to: Sonship Bible College, 1430 South New Hope Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27610, or call 919-231-0900. Fax: 919-231-0970. Email: sonshipbiblecollege@agapeword.net. To attend courses at SBC, you must be registered by the end of the second week of any given trimester. Registration for Sprinter Courses will be announced each trimester. 6.4. Counseling For every student, there will be adjustments to make during their Bible training on the college level. Any student who so desires a\may receive counseling from the Administration or faculty. An appointment may be made by contacting the school office. The ministry of the school is to serve you, so that you might serve Christ better. 9
7. Tuition Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration in order to be valid. Please see the registrar concerning payment. Tuition $50.00 per trimester hour. Credit hours required to graduate 108 Total cost of tuition to graduate - $5,400.00 Tuition costs do not include books or supplies. The only book required is the Bible. However, if other books become necessary for a particular class, it will be so designated on the registration form. 8. Refunds A student, who registers to attend SBC but is unable to attend courses and withdraws under the proper procedures with the registrar, will be refunded all moneys except for a $10.00 handling fee. A Student who begins courses and then withdraws under proper procedures will be refunded for all remaining courses, minus $10.00 handling fee. 9. Absences Attendance is important at SBC. Since there are only eight courses for each subject in a trimester, it is impossible to receive the full benefit unless the student is in attendance faithfully. For this reason there is only one excused absence. All work missed due to an absence must be made up within a two-week period if credit is to be received. If a student is tardy for three courses, it will be counted as one day s absence. 10. Withdrawals and Course Changes A student who drops a class during the first week of a trimester, or drops a class with passing grades after the first three weeks, and has notified both the registrar and the instructor, will receive a grade of W. If a student who is not earning passing grades withdraws after the first three weeks of class, they will be issued a grade of F. A student wishing to add a course must do so during the first two weeks of the trimester. 11. Audit Students Tuition for audit students is $25.00 per trimester hour. The only difference is that an audit student cannot turn in assignments for credit, and does not receive credit towards a degree. 10
12. College Transcripts and Credit A student who submits their college transcript to the Administration will receive credit for their prior training where is applicable to the curriculum at SBC. 13. Curriculum and Degrees Sonship Bible College offers four courses of study: Ministerial Theology, Bachelor of Theology, Associates of Theology, and Diploma of Graduation. DIPLOMA OF GRADUATION IN MINISTRY TRAINING - Sonship Bible College offers a one year Diploma of Graduation in Ministry Training (30 trimester credit hours) designed for those who may or may not be seeking to enter the ministry, but have no desire to complete the two year degree. However, they may have the Diploma of Graduation in Ministry Training conferred upon them while pursuing a two year degree program. 2-YEAR ASSOCIATE OF THEOLOGY DEGREE - Sonship Bible College offers a two year Associate of Theology Degree (54 trimester credit hours) designed for those who are seeking to enter the ministry, but have no desire to complete the four year program. However, they may have the Associate degree conferred upon them while pursuing a four year degree program. BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY - This is a four year program (108 trimester credit hours) designed for those who are seeking to enter the ministry on a full time basis. Students seeking this degree must take the required subjects in the SBC curriculum and write one thesis (50,000 words or 150 double-spaced type written pages) or take 15 additional credits. Every thesis must be approved by the administration. Each student seeking this degree will also be required to participate in one of the following outreach ministries: One year in Prison Ministry, One year in Hospital Ministry, One year in Nursing Home Ministry, or One year in Christian Education Ministry or Sunday School. 11
MINISTERIAL THEOLOGY DEGREE - This is a four year program (108 trimester credit hours) designed for those who are seeking to enter the ministry on a full time basis. Students seeking this degree must take the required subjects in the SBC curriculum and write one theme paper (15,000 words) or take 15 additional credits. Each student seeking this degree will also be required to participate in one of the outreach ministries listed above. 12
14. Curriculum The curriculum at SBC is constantly expanding to train students in a number of areas of study. Current information about the required courses for each degree may be obtained from the college Dean. During the four years of training at SBC, each student who takes the required subjects for Ministerial Theology and Bachelor of Theology will cover every book of the Bible. The following pages list the subjects taught for the Ministerial Theology and Bachelor of Theology degrees. Subjects are classified as follows: 100s, Freshman courses; 200s, Sophomore courses; 300s Junior courses; 400s, Senior courses; 500s and 600s, postgraduates courses. All of the courses listed in this catalog are not available every year. Courses marked with an asterisk have a description. BIBLE DEPARTMENT Subject Code Course Title Credits BIB 101-102-103 *Bible Doctrine I 3 BIB 104-105 Book Within a Book 2 BIB 110-111-112 Old Testament Survey 3 BIB 113 Numbers 1 BIB 115-116 Preparing for Immortality 2 BIB 120-121-122 New Testament Survey 3 BIB 123-124-125 The Cross 3 BIB 126-127 Heaven, Earth & Sea 2 BIB 130-131-132` Genesis I 3 BIB 140-141-142 *Matthew 3 BIB 143-144 Mark 2 BIB 146-147-148 Luke 3 BIB 150-151-152 *Minor Prophets 3 BIB 153-154-155 Genesis II 3 BIB 157-158-159 Ashes of the Red Heifer 3 BIB 160-161-162 *Psalms 3 BIB 164-165 Spirit of Antichrist 2 BIB 166 Antichrist 1 BIB 170-171-172 *Praise 3 BIB 173-174 Revival 2 BIB 175 Diagnosis of Praise 1 BIB 176-177-178 Genesis III 3 BIB 180-181-185 Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, 3 Song of Solomon BIB 190 James 1 13
BIB 191-192-193 *Personal Evangelism 3 BIB 195-196 *Miracles 2 BIB 197-198 Evangelism 2 BIB 201-202-203 *Bible Doctrine II 3 BIB 210-211-212 *The Gospel of John 3 BIB 220-221-222 Book of Romans 1 BIB 225 Romans One 1 BIB 225 Romans Four 1 BIB 225 Romans Five 1 BIB 225 Romans Six 1 BIB 225 Romans Seven 1 BIB 225 Romans Eight 1 BIB 225 Romans Ten 1 BIB 225 Romans Twelve 1 BIB 230-231-232 Exodus 3 BIB 233-234-235 Judges 3 BIB 240-241-252 I & II Corinthians 3 BIB 243/12 I Corinthians 12 1 BIB 243/13 I Corinthians 13 1 BIB 243/14 I Corinthians 14 1 BIB 248-249-250 Joshua 3 BIB 251-252-253 I Samuel 3 BIB 254-255-256 II Samuel 3 BIB 257-258-259 I & II Kings 3 BIB 260-261-262 I & II Chronicles 3 BIB 263-264 *Job 2 BIB 270-271 I & II Timothy 2 BIB 275 Superstition 1 BIB 280-281-282 *Ministry of the Holy Spirit 3 BIB 284-285 Fruit of the Spirit 2 BIB 286-287-288 God s Royal Priesthood 3 BIB 289 The Superior Resurrection 1 BIB 290 Titus, Philemon, Jude 1 BIB 293-294 *Faith in Operation 2 BIB 296-297-298 Life in Christ 3 BIB 299 *The Happy Ones 1 BIB 301-302-303 *Bible Doctrine III 3 BIB 304 Power of Your Faith 1 BIB 305-306-307 Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy 3 BIB 309-310-311 Isaiah 3 BIB 312-313 Ezekiel 2 BIB 314-315-316 Jeremiah-Lamentations 3 BIB 317-318-319 Ruth 3 BIB 320-321-322 Acts 3 BIB 324-325-326 Romans II 3 BIB 330 I & II Peter 1 14
BIB 332 Galatians 1 BIB 333 Ephesians 1 BIB 334 Colossians 1 BIB 335 I & II Thessalonians 1 BIB 336 I, II and III John 1 BIB 337 Daniel 1 BIB 340-341 The Tabernacle 2 BIB 345-346 Motivational Gifts 2 BIB 350 Malachi 1 BIB 352 Jonah 1 BIB 353-354-355 Leviticus I 3 BIB 356-357-358 Leviticus II 3 BIB 360-361-362 *Mt. Zion & Restoration 3 BIB 365 Growing Up 1/2 BIB 366-367-368 The Two Hands of God 3 BIB 370 Genealogy of Jesus 1 BIB 371-372-373 Under the Shadow of His Wing 3 BIB 375 Maturity 1 BIB 378 Kingdom Life 1 BIB 379 Kingdom Living 1 BIB 380 Pentateuch 1 BIB 385 Gift of Grace 1 BIB 389 Thy Kingdom Come 1 BIB 390 Kingdom of God 1 BIB 391-392-393 The Precious Blood 3 BIB 394 Clouds of Glory 1 BIB 395 Mercy 1 BIB 396-397 Covenants 2 BIB 398 Special Truths About You 1 BIB 399 RX-Living 1 BIB 401-402-403 *Bible Doctrine IV 3 BIB 405-406-407 Scripture Explanations I 3 BIB 408-409-410 Scripture Explanations II 3 BIB 411-412-413 Scripture Explanations III 3 BIB 414-415 Scripture Explanations IV 3 BIB 417-418-419 Nehemiah Ezra 3 BIB 420-421-422 Revelation 3 BIB 423-424-425 Spiritual Words 3 BIB 430 Hebrews 1 BIB 433 Revival or Ruin 1 BIB 435 Messianic Prophesies 1 BIB 440 Philippians 1 BIB 445-446-447 *Tabernacle of David 3 BIB 448 Biblical Theology 1 BIB 450-451-452 *Greek Word Study 3 BIB 460-461-462 Tabernacle of Moses I 3 15
BIB 463-464-465 Tabernacle of Moses I I 3 BIB 470-471 *The Gift of Prophecy 2 BIB 473 The Mark Beast/God 1 BIB 474 The Sealing 1 BIB 475 Development of Prayer 1/2 BIB 480 Healing of the Soul 1 BIB 481-482-483 Conversational Prayer 3 BIB 485-486-487 Lord, I Believe I 3 BIB 488-489 Anointing, the Most Holy 2 BIB 490-491 Satan Has No Power In Us 2 BIB 495 Restoration 1 BIB 501-502-503 Lord, I Believe II 3 BIB 504-505-506 Lord, I Believe III 3 BIB 507-508-509 Lord, I Believe IV 3 LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT LAN 101-102-103 *English Composition 3 LAN 105-106-107 *English Communications 3 LAN 205-206-207 *English Grammar 3 LAN 108-109-110 Spanish 3 LAN 208-209-510 Spanish 3 LAN 201-202-203 *New Testament Greek 3 LAN 301-302-303 *New Testament Greek 6 (2 hour class) LAN 401-402-403 *New Testament Greek 6 (2 hour class) LAN 501-502-503 *New Testament Greek 6 (2 hour class) LAN 505-506-507 *Advanced Greek 6 (2 hour class) LAN 211-212- 213 Hebrew 3 LAN 311-312-313 Hebrew 3 LAN 220-221-222 French 3 LAN 314 Hebrew Word Pictures 1 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CED 101-102-103 History of Christian Education 3 CED 110-111 *Christian Education of Children 2 CED 112 Teaching the Preschool Child 1 16
CED 115 *Audio/Visual 1 CED 120 *Story Telling 1 CED 130 Chalk Talk 1 CED 201-202-203 *Teacher Training 3 CED 205-206-207 Philosophy of Christian Education 3 CED 210-211 Christian Education of Youth 2 CED 215-216 Christian Education of Adults 2 CED 220 *Creative Displays 1 CED 230-231 *Puppetry 2 CED 240 Camp Counseling 1 CED 301-302-303 Creative Teaching 3 CED 310-311 Church Administration 2 CED 315-316 Leadership Training 2 CED 320-321-322 Parenthood 3 CED 330 The Christian Family 1 CED 305 7 Laws of the Learner 1 PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT PSY 101-102-103 *Christian Psychology 3 PSY 105-106-107 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSY 110-111-112 Christian Counseling 3 PSY 150 Co-Dependency 1 PSY 201-202-203 Child Psychology 3 PSY 205-206-207 Adolescent Psychology 3 PSY 220-221-222 Biblical Emotional Healing 3 PSY 275 Temperament 1 PSY 301-302-303 Adult Psychology 3 PSY 305-306-307 The Psychology of Spirit 3 Controlled Emotions PSY 330 Building Good Relationships 1 PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT PHI 201-202-203 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PHI 301-302-303 Western Culture and Philosophy 3 PHI 320-321-322 Origin of Paul s Religion 3 PHI 401-402-403 Christian Philosophy 3 HISTORY DEPARTMENT HIS 201-202-203 *Church History 3 HIS 110-111 Ancient History in Bible Light 2 17
MUSIC DEPARTMENT MUS 101 Music Fundamentals 1 MUS 105-106-107 Choir (2 hour class) 6 MUS 205-206-207 Choir (2 hour class) 6 MUS 305-306-307 Choir (2 hour class) 6 MUS 110-111-112 Voice 3 MUS 115-116-117 Music Pedagory 3 MUS 120-121-122 Sight Singing 3 MUS 130-131-132 Music Theory 3 MUS 140-141-142 History of Music 3 MUS 150-151-152 Orchestra (2 hour class) 6 MUS 160 Ensemble (String) 1 MUS 170 Ensemble (Brass) 1 PASTORAL DEPARTMENT PAS 301-302-303 *Pastoral Theology 3 PAS 305 Pastoral Ethics 1 PAS 310-311-312 *Homiletics 3 PAS 330-331 *Methodology 2 PAS 350 Christ Unlimited 1 PAS 401-402-403 *Pastoral Counseling 3 PAS 405-406 Practical Ministry 2 PAS 410-411 Advanced Homiletics 2 GENERAL EDUCATION GED 101-102 *Public Speaking 2 GED 103-104-105 Practical Training For Missionaries 3 GED 106 Soul-Winning and Follow-up Ministry 1 GED 110-111 *Comparative Religions 2 GED 120 Prison and Hospital Chaplaincy 1 GED 125 The Justice System 1 GED 140 Nutrition and Health 1 GED 201 Missionary Methods 1 GED 210-211-212 Sign Language 3 GED 213 Sign Language in Praise 1 GED 214-215-216 Advance Sign Language 3 GED 217 Hebrew Dance 1 GED 221-222 *Counseling & Communicating 2 GED 225 Managing Yourself 1 GED 230-231 Crisis Care 2 18
GED 250 Christian Responsibility in Governmemt 1 GED 301-302-303 Bible Lands 3 GED 305-306-307 *Names to Live By 3 GED 310-311 *Numbers in Scriptures 2 GED 316-317 Creative Writing 2 GED 320-321 Art 2 GED 350 *Typology in Scripture 1 GED 375-376-377 Introduction to Computers 3 19
15. *Description of Courses BIBLE DEPARTMENT BIB 101-102-103 Bible Doctrine I An introduction to foundation doctrine: The Word of God, The Godhead, Creation, Fall of Man, Benefits of God s Grace, Practical Christian Living. These courses provide beginning students with a platform in which further understanding of the Bible can be built. BIB 140-141-142 Mathew The acts and ministry of Jesus Christ is the subject of this course. Special events and happenings in Jesus ministry are covered. The Sermon on the Mount is an important part of this teaching. BIB 150-151-152 Minor Prophets This study of the minor prophets deals with the call of God upon their lives and the messages God gave them concerning His plans for and His dealing s with His people. BIB 160-161-162 Psalms In addition to being the praise book of the Bible, the Book pf Psalms also teaches relationship to God and encourages our commitment to Him. BIB 170-171-172 Praise A unique study of praise. Beginning in Genesis, you will follow the orderly development of the subject through the Scriptures. BIB 191-192-193 Personal Evangelism A study to help believers become effective soul winners. BIB 195-196 Miracles A study of the miracles of the Bible, and the principles by which we can apply them in personal experience. 2 credits BIB 201-202-203 Bible Doctrine II Trimester one: A New Testament study of the personal names of the Godhead: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Trimester two and three: The doctrines of Love and Peace. 20
BIB 210-211-212 The Gospel of John This study reveals Jesus Christ as the Word, or Logos. John s writings reveal a special relationship to Jesus. Jesus is revealed as the I AM. John does not use the word faith, but speaks totally about believing, which is the action of faith. BIB 264 Job This study of the life of Job teaches us about patience and trust in God. We will also learn about God s dealings with man, God s control over Satan s activities, and the reactions of others to God s dealings in our lives. 2 credits BIB 280-281-282 Ministry of the Holy Spirit This study of the ministry and work of the Holy Spirit includes: the baptism in the Spirit, the fruit of the Spirit, the gifts of the Spirit, and the things the Holy Spirit does for us. BIB 293-294 Faith in Operation All New Testament scriptures pertaining to faith are studied in light of the Greek New Testament. Students will learn how faith works. 2 credits BIB 299 The Happy Ones The blessed from Jesus Sermon on the Mount are discussed. This in-depth study presents a formula for happiness. 1 credit BIB 301-302-303 Bible Doctrine III Trimester one: The position of justification and how it covers all things. Also, the sanctification (dedication and consecration) of the believer. Trimester two: The believer s commitment. Trimester three: The development of prayer. All types of prayers are studied as well as the force and purpose of prayer. BIB 401-402-403 Bible Doctrine IV A complete study of the provision of healing: Where healing was established, where God placed it, how healing flows from the spirit of a believer into the soul and body, and how faith releases healing to sick and diseased areas. Also, sickness and disease is explained from a study of specific Greek words. 21
BIB 445-446-447 Tabernacle of David This study helps the student to understand the difference between the order of worship in the Tabernacle of Moses and the order of worship in the Tabernacle of David, which established a basis for our present-day New Testament form of worship. BIB 450-451-452 Greek Word Study An in-depth study of special words in the Greek New Testament, revealing how their different meanings uncover great truths hidden within these words themselves. BIB 470-471 The Gift of Prophecy This in-depth, detailed study of prophecy includes: its purpose and work in the Church today; difference between prophecy under the Old Covenant and the New; abuses and misuses; recognizing false prophecy; how to test prophecy; working with good prophecies. 2 credits LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT LAN 101-102-103 English Composition Learning to write a term paper and thesis. LAN 105-106-107 English Communications Developing the art of correct speech in both speechmaking and everyday communications. LAN 205-206-207 English Grammar Learning to use proper English through a study of the parts of speech and the development of sentence structure. LAN 201-202-203 New Testament Greek Introduction to the Greek language. Learning the Greek alphabet and the study of grammar. Students are taught the construction of grammar for the purpose of translation of the Greek New Testament. Translation begins with John 3:16. LAN 301-302-303 New Testament Greek (2 hour class) The development of exegesis and syntax. Students become acquainted with the importance of correct translation. Several texts are used along with a number of lexicons. 6 credits 22
LAN 401-402-403 New Testament Greek (2 hour class) Special word studies highlight the development of better translations. By now students are not only learning the art of translation, but they are also discovering Bible truths from these studies. 6 credits LAN 501-502-503 Greek (2 hour class) Advanced study in word definitions and correct translation. Enlargement of exegesis and syntax. Learning Greek usage. 6 credits LAN 505-506-507 Advanced Greek (2 hour class) Writing papers with an understanding of definitions and translations. 6 credits CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CED 110-111 Christian Education of Children This study deals with the character traits of children at each stage of development, and shows how we, as educators, can meet their needs and teach them Christian principles. 2 credits CED 115 Audio/Visual An overview of audio/visual equipment used Christian education, with an in-depth study of overhead projection as a useful teaching tool. 1 credit CED 120 Story-telling The history and techniques of good story-telling. Students will have in-class experience putting these techniques into practice. 1 credit CED 201-202-203 Teacher Training Introduction to teaching methods. An overview of Christian education methods for teaching each age level. CED 220 Creative Displays Learning to use advertising techniques in church bulletin boards, fliers, and other forms of displays. 1 credit 23
CED 230-231 Puppetry Introductory course of puppetry technique, including manipulation. And lip sync. All students will make simple hand puppet. 1 credit PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT PSY 101-102-103 Christian Psychology A study of temperaments, showing how our natural tendencies affect our relationship. Students will gain understanding about themselves and others, enabling them to be wiser and more effective ministers of God s love and grace. HISTORY DEPARTMENT HIS 201-202-203 Church History The progress of the Church throughout history: It s past; it s future; and the role of our forefathers in its development. PASTORAL DEPARTMENT PAS 301-302-303 Pastoral Theology The many facets of pasturing are covered: Preaching, counseling, administration, visiting, praying and peace making; responsibility as a community leader and family man; how to balance these many duties and responsibilities. PAS 310-311-312 Homiletics Construction and delivery of sermons as well as platform etiquette are among the topics covered in this course. PAS 330 Methodology Various ways of studying the Bible and interpreting passages of Scripture are taught in this course. 1 credit 24
PAS 401-402 Pastoral Counseling Counseling and comforting those in emotional distress are part of pastoral care. This course teaches scriptural principles of dealing with death and dying, marital conflicts, and other emotional hurts. 2 credits GENERAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT GED 101-102 Public Speaking An introduction to the art of public speaking. Students will prepare and deliver speeches. 2 credits GED 110-111 Comparative Religions A study of other religions in light of what the Word of God teaches about new birth. 2 credits GED 221-222 Counseling and Communicating The importance of communicating effectively and its role in producing quality relationship, ministering and counseling. 2 credits GED 305-306-307 Names to Live By The scriptural and natural application of Bible names, showing how they reflect people s lives and their responses to God and man. GED 310-311 Numbers in Scriptures The significance and meanings of numbers as used in Scriptures. Numbers do not control man, but they relate to growth and development. God controls numbers, and they reveal His workings and the completion of His plans. 2 credits GED 350 Typology in Scripture A study of the types and symbols in Scripture. It includes: clouds, trees, rainbows, flowers, and others. 1 credit 25
16. Suggested Core Course Requirements for Diploma of Graduation Bible Department (9) Bible Doctrine I BIB-101-102-103 3 Genesis I BIB 130-131-132 3 Scripture Explanations I BIB 405-406-407 3 Christian Education Department (3) Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 400 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 401 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 402 1 History Department (3) Church History HIS 201-202-203 3 Electives 15 Suggested Core Course Requirements 15 Electives 15 Total 30 26
17. Suggested Core Course Requirements for Associates of Theology Degree Bible Department (18) Bible Doctrine I BIB 101-102-103 3 Bible Doctrine II BIB 201-202-203 3 Genesis I BIB 130-131-132 3 Genesis II BIB 153-154-155 3 Scripture Explanations I BIB 405-406-407 3 Scripture Explanations II BIB 408-409-410 3 Christian Education Department (6) Church Administration CED 310-311 3 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 400 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 401 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 402 1 History Department (3) Church History HIS 201-202-203 3 Pastoral Department (3) Homiletics PAS 310-311-312 3 Electives 24 Suggested Core Course Requirements 30 Electives 24 Total 54 27
18. Suggested Core Course Requirements for Bachelor of Theology or Ministerial Theology Degree Bible Department (18) Bible Doctrine I BIB 101-102-103 3 Bible Doctrine II BIB 201-202-203 3 Genesis I BIB 130-131-132 3 Genesis II BIB 153-154-155 3 Scripture Explanations I BIB 405-406-407 3 Scripture Explanations II BIB 408-409-410 3 Christian Education Department (6) Church Administration CED 310-311 3 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 400 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 401 1 Leadership & Ministry Preparation GED 402 1 History Department (3) Church History HIS 201-202-203 3 Pastoral Department (3) Homiletics PAS 310-311-312 3 Electives 78 Suggested Core Course Requirements 30 Electives 78 Total 108 28
19. Sonship Bible College Fast Track Degree Program 54 Trimester credit hours required for Associate of Ministerial Theology degree 108 Trimester credit hours required for Bachelor of Ministerial Theology degree Up to 54 credits may be transferred from 2 or 4 year college for Bachelor of Ministerial Theology degree Up to 27 credits may be transferred from 2 or 4 year college for Associate of Ministerial Theology degree Up to 27 credits may be given for one year or more of outreach ministry or Ministry of Helps for Bachelor of Ministerial Theology degree Up to 27 credits may be given for one year or more life-experience for Bachelor of Ministerial Theology degree for: Ordained Gospel Ministry Service/Experience Work Experience in any field Community or Public Service Previous Education Workplace Training Participation in Seminars & Workshops Voluntary or Community Work Independent Study & Project 29
108 Trimester Credit Hours, plus 5,000 words/20 page thesis or 6 additional credit hours for Bachelor of Theology degree. 30
20. Honorary Ministerial Degree for Sonship Bible College Instructors Members of the Sonship Bible College faculty can accumulate credits toward completion of their college degree is they wish. SBC will award two credit hours for each trimester taught. For example: Previously Earned Length of Time Total Hours Credits on Faculty Toward Degree 100 credit hours Two years of instruction 112 hours 90 credit hours Three years of instruction 108 hours 75 credit hours Six years of instruction 111 hours 50 credit hours Ten years of instruction 110 hours 31
21. Grading There are no final exams at Sonship Bible College. Teachers may give tests during the trimester, but they will not bear any more weight on your grade than a regular homework assignment. Therefore a student s grade is determined by the following four factors: 1. Average grade for homework 2. Average grade for homework on time 3. Average grade for special assignments or tests 4. Average grade for attendance Grade Scale 94-100 = A 92-93 = A- 86-91 = B 85-84 = B- 77-83 = C 75-76 = C- 67-74 = D 65-66 = D- 32
22. Faculty Dr. Jerry Miah Williams is the senior pastor of Agape Word Fellowship in Raleigh, North Carolina. He also serves the Body of Christ as a teacher, conference speaker, and consultant to churches in the area of ministry management and leadership development. Dr. Williams educational background includes: a Bachelor Degree in Psychology, a Masters Degree in Scared Literature and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Church Administration from Trinity Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Joyce and family reside in Raleigh. For more than three decades, he has itinerated, pastored, planted churches and sent out other ministers into fruitful works. His ministry has taken him to Europe, Mexico, Panama and several countries in Africa. 33