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New, current, and former students may enroll.
Offer electives any time of year.
Specialized courses beyond the 3-year curriculum, taught by expert instructors.
Six elective credit hours added to the full 3-year core curriculum earn the Advanced Diploma in Biblical Studies. Electives on their own do not award a separate diploma or certificate.
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Founder & President
Scientific & Biblical Creationism · The Doctrine of Bible Prophecy · The Doctrine of Angels
Vice-President · Electives Director
Biblical Worldview I, II & III · Defending Christianity I & II
Biblical Archaeology
Biblical Archaeology I & II
Creation Science
Scientific Creationism II
Resurrection Studies
The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus
Biblical Leadership
Biblical Leadership
Dr. John Yates
Answers questions about the Creation/Evolution debate — dinosaurs, the Flood, the age of the Earth, the fossil record, the gap theory, and the origin of man. Equips Christians to defend their faith against evolutionary challenges.
16 sessions · 36 min eachDr. David DeWitt
Overview of origins controversy with scientific evidence and Scripture. Covers genetics, radiometric dating, the fossil record, and the information problem for evolution from a consistent Biblical perspective.
Scientific & Biblical Creationism recommended · 12 sessionsDr. John Yates
Covers the Rapture, Tribulation, Antichrist, Second Coming, Millennial Reign, and Armageddon. Examines Pre, Mid, and Post-Tribulational Rapture views and Millennial positions.
12 sessions · 50 min eachDr. John Yates
A study of the nature, origin, ministry, appearance, and rank of angels — archangels, seraphim, cherubim, and fallen angels. Includes a study of Satan's fallen angels and the secrets of victory in spiritual warfare.
8 sessions · 36 min eachLarry Fincher
A 5-session Biblical and practical course covering the purpose, qualifications, influence, and dangers of leadership — at church, at home, and at work. Includes how to develop as a leader and pass leadership on to others.
5 sessionsDr. Will Honeycutt
A foundational study of the nature and necessity of a Biblical worldview. Builds a solid apologetic for the trustworthiness of Scripture as the basis for existence, purpose, and morality.
9 sessions · 55 min eachDr. Will Honeycutt
Builds on Worldview I to address ethical theory on human dignity, abortion, euthanasia, sexuality, marriage, and family from a consistent Biblical perspective. Adult-level content intended for mature audiences.
Biblical Worldview I recommended · 20 sessions · 40 min eachDr. Will Honeycutt
Critiques the false idea that "Christianity is just a myth," analyzes Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam, and provides resources for sharing the Gospel with adherents of these major world religions.
Biblical Worldview I & II recommended · 16 sessions · 40 min eachDr. Gary R. Habermas
Philosophical and historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. Provides resources for defending the central claim of Christianity and equips students with answers to common challenges raised by skeptics.
12 sessions · 55 min eachDr. David Graves
An introduction to archaeology and its importance for Biblical research. Covers significant Old Testament discoveries including evidence for the Exodus, Mesopotamian flood accounts, and the Dead Sea Scrolls.
12 sessions · 50 min eachDr. David Graves
Archaeology of the New Testament period — examining evidence that confirms and illuminates the Gospels and Epistles. Covers the world of Jesus, sites in Galilee and Judea, Jerusalem in the first century, and the cities of Paul's journeys.
Biblical Archaeology I recommendedDr. Will Honeycutt
Apologetics course addressing accusations against Christianity for its involvement in the Crusades, Inquisition, witch hunts, slavery, and more, as well as featuring its many contributions to western civilization.
Dr. Will Honeycutt
Focuses on contemporary attacks that Christianity is anti-science, homo & trans-phobic, anti-woman, intolerant of other faiths and more. Emphasizes winning back those who are leaving our churches because of these challenges.
Defending Christianity I recommended
Credit is earned only when the test is taken — no credit for auditing. Elective credits count before, during, or after taking the core curriculum.
| Course | Per Student | Add'l Family Member |
|---|---|---|
| The Doctrine of Angels | $40 | $30 |
| Scientific & Biblical Creationism | $60 | $40 |
| Scientific Creationism II | $75 | $50 |
| The Doctrine of Bible Prophecy | $50 | $35 |
| Biblical Leadership | $40 | $30 |
| Biblical Worldview I | $50 | $40 |
| Biblical Worldview II | $60 | $60 |
| Biblical Worldview III | $60 | $60 |
| The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus | $60 | $60 |
| Biblical Archaeology I | $60 | $60 |
In-person, group-study rate. The 50% family discount on the 3-year core program does not apply to electives. The per-additional-immediate-family-member rate is shown above — discounted on the electives where the instructor offers a family rate, and equal to the per-student rate on the others.
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Questions? Reach the Elective Department at electives@fbiclass.com.