Programs of Study - Genesis Bible Institute
Level 1 Courses
Program Overview
Level 1 courses form the building blocks for biblical and ministerial training. Two programs are offered: The Biblical Studies specialization prepares students to rightly handle the Word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15) so they can be grounded strongly in God’s Word. The Ministry specialization equips learners to be Christ-exalting leaders in their homes, churches, workplaces, and communities.
Some courses are offered at more than one program level and are tailored with assignments pertaining to that level of study. Students may only take the course once during their academic career at Genesis. For example, if a student enrolls in CHM 245: Biblical Church Planting at Level 1, he or she could not enroll in this course at Levels 2 or 3.
Outcomes
Students enrolled in a Level 1 program will:
- Memorize and retain fundamental Bible verses and passages of Scripture.
- Engage the whole counsel of God (Acts 20:27), gaining a fundamental understanding of how the Old Testament illuminates the New, and how the New illuminates the Old.
- Think critically about how theology and doctrinal beliefs shape all aspects of life and ministry.
- Be able to explain (a) the Old Testament‘s foretelling of Christ, (b) the New Testament’s revealing of Christ, (c) the believer’s victorious life in Christ, and (d) the church’s mission to spread the message of Christ.
- Learn the foundational ministry skills needed to be Christ-exalting leaders who are emboldened to dream God-sized dreams and make a kingdom impact with their lives.
- Be inspired to develop an unquenchable fire for Christ – the central theme of Scripture and the focal point of history – and make him appear as he truly is: glorious!
- Carefully consider their calling and ponder how God wants them to serve him and his church.
Level 1 Curriculum
| Program Core | Credits | Scripture Memory | |
| BIB 101 Fundamentals of the Faith | 2 | John 3:16
John 14:6 |
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| CHM 102 Study Skills for Success | 2 | Joshua 1:8
2 Timothy 2:15 |
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| BIB 105 Reading the Old Testament | 4 | Old Testament
Book Names |
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| BIB 106 Reading the New Testament | 4 | New Testament
Book Names |
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| THE 250 Pursuing Holiness | 4 | 1 Peter 1:14-16 | |
| THE 260 The Attributes of God | 4 | Exodus 34:6-7 | |
| BIB 269 Hebrews | 4 | Hebrews 11:1,6 | |
| THE 280 The Life of Christ | 4 | Mark 10:45 | |
| HIS 290 History of the Early Church | 4 | Acts 1:8, 4:12 | |
| THE 295 Christian Doctrine | 4 | GENESIS 1:26-27 | |
| THE 296 Introduction to Apologetics | 4 | 1 Peter 3:15-16 | |
| Program Core Credits | 40 | ||
| Elective Courses (Choose 20 Credits) | Credits | Scripture Memory | Program Specialization |
| CHL 208 Fatherhood | 4 | Ps 103:13 | BS / Min |
| BIB 210 Genesis | 4 | Gen 15:6, 50:20 | BS |
| BIB 225 Psalms | 4 | Psalm 23 | BS |
| BIB 229 Isaiah | 4 | Isaiah 9:6. 53:4-6 | BS |
| BIB 260 Romans | 4 | Rom 1:6, 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9-10 | BS |
| BIB 263 Ephesians | 4 | Eph 1:7-8. 4:29 | BS |
| CHL 267 Biblical Leadership - Pastoral Epistles | 4 | 2 Timothy 2:1-4
2 Timothy 4:2 |
BS / Min |
| CHL 220 Spiritual Leadership | 4 | 1 Peter 5:2-4 | Min |
| CHM 238 Jonah: The Reluctant Prophet | 2 | Matthew 28:19-20 | Min |
| CHM 270 James: Social Justice | 2 | James 1:2-4 | Min |
| CHM 285 Introduction to Christian Ministry | 4 | 2 Timothy 2:5
Ephesians 4:11-12 |
Min |
| CHM 245 Biblical Church Planting | 4 | Acts 2:42, 20:28 | Min |
| CHM 247 Sharing the Gospel with Other Faiths | 4 | John 3:18, Acts 4:12 | Min |
| Total Elective Credits | 20 | ||
| Total Credits | 60 |
Elective Courses
After completing the Program Core, Level 1 students complete an additional 20 credits from the Elective Courses list. Two courses (CHL 208 and CHL 267) can be selected for either program specialization.
Biblical Studies (BS)
Students earning a BS certificate must select and complete 20 credits marked BS.
Ministry (Min)
Students earning a Min certificate must select and complete 20 credits marked Min. Note: CHM 238 and CHM 270 are 2 credits each.
Level 2 Courses
Program Overview
Designed for students who have completed Level 1, the Level 2 program is designed to prepare learners for ministry positions where leadership is central to their calling. The goal of the program is to develop Bible-saturated, Christ-exalting leaders to make a kingdom impact with their lives. The Biblical Studies specialization provides biblical and theological training to help learners make sense of the issues facing the Church and world around them. The Ministry specialization helps learners gain the skills needed to serve in ministry, including preaching skills and the readiness to minister to those with addictions.
Some courses are offered at more than one program level and are tailored with assignments pertaining to that level of study. Students may only take the course once during their academic career at Genesis. For example, if students enroll in CHM 445 Biblical Church Planting at level 2, they are unable to enroll in this course at level 3.
The degree program culminates with a written covenant – a binding agreement between the student and God (signed by witnesses) regarding his or her life, family, ministry, and commitment to his or her calling.
As with all our programs, our courses point to Christ. While our classes expose students to prominent anointed theologians and ministry practitioners, such as A.W. Tozer, John Piper, and Tim Keller, we direct our students to the life-transforming message of redemption and hope in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Outcomes
Students enrolled in a Level 2 program will be able to:
- Apply biblical and theological knowledge to real-life ministry situations, formulating a biblical worldview regarding all aspects of life.
- Use their theological and ministry training to become Spirit-empowered agents of change and transformation in the home, the church, and the world.
- Develop Christian practices of prayer, worship, evangelism, and discipleship from a theological framework that, when necessary, challenges the status quo (i.e. pre-conceived ideas, current trends, man-made traditions).
- Develop sound exegetical/hermeneutical skills to ensure trustworthy Bible study.
- Present a clear defense for the hope that is in them (1Peter 3:15) so they can confidently share the gospel with their families, their cities, and the world.
- Demonstrate their passion for Christ and his people by entering a written covenant with God regarding family, life, ministry, and fulfillment of God-inspired dreams.
- Combine theological thinking with practical application through a Capstone writing project, demonstrating how they will make a kingdom impact with their lives.
- Recall and quote assigned memory verses and passages of Scripture.
Level 2 Curriculum
| Program Core | Credits | Scripture Memory | |
| BIB 309 Understanding the Bible | 4 | 2 Timothy 3:16-17 | |
| HIS 340 Church History: 70 AD to 1648 AD | 4 | John 1:1-5 | |
| HIS 341 Church History: 1648 AD to Present | 4 | 1 Peter 2:4-5 | |
| THE 370 Theology and Practice of Prayer | 4 | Matthew 6:9-13 | |
| CHM 372 Principles of Evangelism | 4 | Mark 16:15-16 | |
| CHM 375 Lifestyle of Worship | 4 | John 4:23
Romans 12:1 |
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| THE 377 Apologetics | 4 | GENESIS 1:1
2 Peter 1:16 |
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| THE 380 Spirit-Empowered Living | 4 | John 7:37-38 | |
| CHL 440 Parenting Principles | 4 | Matthew 28: 18-20 | |
| CHL 490 My Covenant | 2 | None | |
| *CHM 498 Capstone Project | 2 | None | |
| Program Core Credits | 40 | ||
| Elective Courses (choose 20 credits) | Credits | Scripture Memory | Degree Specialization |
| CHL 410 Maximize Your Leadership Potential | 4 | Philippians 2:3-4 | Min |
| MIS 410 Social Involvement and the Gospel | 4 | 1 John 3:16-18 | Min |
| CHL 430 Transformational Preaching | 4 | 2 Timothy 4:2
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BS / Min |
| CHM 432 Ministering to the Addicted & Afflicted | 4 | Romans 6:12-13 | Min |
| CHM 435 Radical Christian Ministry | 4 | John 15:2
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Min |
| CHL 442 Servant Leadership | 4 | Acts 20:24 | Min |
| CHM 445 Biblical Church Planting | 4 | Acts 2:42, 20:28 | Min |
| CHM 447 Sharing the Gospel with Other Faiths | 4 | John 3:18, Acts 4:12 | Min |
| BIB 410 Genesis | 4 | Gen 15:6, 50:20 | BS / Min |
| THE 450 The Pursuit of God | 4 | Mt 6:18-21, 19:21,
John 17:3 |
BS |
| THE 453 Jesus: A Historical & Theol. Perspective | 4 | John 20:30-31, 21:24-25 | BS |
| THE 460 Systematic Theology 1 | 2 | 2 Tim 3:16-17,
Heb 4:14-16 |
BS |
| THE 461 Systematic Theology 2 | 2 | John 1:11-12 | BS |
| THE 470 Theology of Suffering | 4 | 1 Peter 1:6-7 | BS / Min |
| Total Elective Credits | 20 | ||
| Total Credits | 60 |
Elective Courses
After completing the Program Core, students complete 20 additional credits from the Elective Courses. Three courses (BIB 410, THE 470, CHL 430) can be selected for either program specialization.
Biblical Studies (BS)
Students earning a BS certificate must complete 20 credits marked BS. Note: THE 460 / THE 461 are two credits each.
Ministry (Min)
Students earning a Min certificate must select 20 credits marked Min.
Level 3 Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes are used to measure student learning success in Level 3 courses. Each course contributes to these overall Seminary objectives:
Learning Outcomes
| Graduates of Seminary programs will be able to: | ||
| 1 | Scripture | Clearly explain the nature and function of Biblical authority, demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Old and New Testaments, including a unifying view of the 66 canonical books, and interpret Scripture in accordance with accepted exegetical and hermeneutical methods. |
| 2 | Theology | Demonstrate expertise of Protestant Christian theology and other evangelical, God-honoring theological methods and processes. |
| 3 | Sanctification | Demonstrate a growing passion for the Triune God and an unwavering commitment to spiritual transformation, maturity, and moral conduct. |
| 4 | Ministry / Leadership | Preach and teach the meaning of Scripture with clarity and zeal, shepherd and lead missional communities, equip and develop leaders, and cast a leadership vision for the ministries or organizations that graduates are called to serve. Level 3 students build a Ministry Portfolio which is a usable, functioning body of work that demonstrates students’ knowledge, skills, and abilities. |
| 5 | Scholarship | Articulate knowledge, both oral and written, of essential biblical, theological, ministerial, and leadership methods, concepts, and frameworks. |
Level 3 Program Overview
Genesis Bible Institute offers Level 3 courses in Ministry. Students can choose to specialize in Theological Studies, Leadership Studies, or Pastoral Ministries, or Biblical Counseling. The specialization will appear on their certificate.
The overarching goal of the program is to develop Christ-exalting leaders who have built an unshakable biblical and theological foundation for life and ministry. Graduates will be able to read and write the original languages of the Bible. They will accurately employ exegetical and hermeneutical skills to their study of God’s Word, applying biblical truth to meet the needs of people. As leaders who have an unquenchable fire for Christ, graduates will be equipped to lead spirit-filled ministries and fulfill God’s purpose for their lives.
Level 3 Curriculum
| Program Core | Credits | |
| CHM 500 Introduction to Advanced Studies | 1 | |
| BIB 505 The Origin of the Bible | 4 | |
| BIB 510, BIB 511 Basics of Biblical Greek 1 & 2 (or*) | 8 | |
| BIB 512, 513 Basics of Biblical Hebrew 1 & 2 | 8 | |
| BIB 524 Biblical Exegesis | 4 | |
| BIB 526 Biblical Hermeneutics | 4 | |
| CHM 540 Evangelism and Community Involvement | 4 | |
| THE 560 Spiritual Transformation | 4 | |
| THE 670 Christian Ethics | 4 | |
| THE 675 Issues in Apologetics | 4 | |
| BIB/CHM 698 Integrative Capstone Project | 3 | |
| Program Core Credits | 40 | |
| Elective Courses (choose 5 courses / 20 credits) | Credits | Program Specialization |
| CHM 572 Discipleship Ministries | 4 | LS, PM, BC |
| BIB 610 Genesis | 4 | TS |
| CHM 650 Passionate Preaching | 4 | LS, PM |
| CHL 655 Next Level Leadership | 4 | LS |
| CHL 665 Catalytic Leadership | 4 | LS |
| CHL 669 Conflict Resolution | 4 | LS, PM, BC |
| BIB 640 Galatians | 4 | TS |
| CHM 645 Biblical Church Planting | 4 | LS,PM |
| THE 660 Old Testament Theology | 4 | TS, PM |
| THE 661 New Testament Theology | 4 | TS, PM |
| THE 668 Pauline Epistles | 4 | TS |
| BCO 675 Foundations of Biblical Counseling | 4 | BC, PM |
| BCO 676 Biblical Counseling Practice and Ministry | 4 | BC |
| BCO 679 A Biblical Perspective of Depression | 4 | BC |
| THE 680 Eschatology | 4 | TS |
| Total Elective Credits | 20 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 |
* Students choose to enroll in 8 credits of either Greek or Hebrew.
Elective Courses
Students completing courses without a particular specialization can select any 5 courses (20 credits) from the Elective Courses list.
Theological Studies Specialization
Students with a specialization in Theological Studies must complete 5 courses (20 credits) marked TS.
Leadership Studies Specialization
Students completing courses in Leadership Studies must complete 5 courses (20 credits) marked LS.
Pastoral Ministries Specialization
Students completing courses in Pastoral Ministries must complete 5 courses (20 credits) marked PM.
Biblical Counseling Specialization
Students completing courses in Biblical Counseling must complete 5 courses (20 credits) marked BC.