Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Ministry

The degree, Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Ministry, notifies the world at large that, in the estimation of the administration and faculty, the graduate has successfully completed college level work in the areas of Bible and religion, general education, and ministry; and through his work has made measurable progress toward the following objectives:

1. 1. Through his personal life he demonstrates his faith in God, his commitment to Christ, and his regard for the Scriptures as embodying the message of God for the world.
2. 2. In his relation with others he shows evidence of upright character, moral integrity, and Christian love.
3. 3. In his family life he exhibits selflessness, warmth, and understanding.
4. 4. His knowledge of history and philosophy enables him to take a connected view of old and new, past and present, far and near, and to have insight into the influence of these things one to another.
5. 5. He makes effective use of the tools of learning and inquiry.
6. 6. He has a passion for souls without the Gospel and understands how to communicate the Gospel to persons of varying circumstances and social settings.

Requirements

The student must satisfy the faculty that he has moved an appropriate degree toward the objectives outlined above, and that he adheres faithfully to the essentials of Christian doctrine taught in the Bible. This is accomplished through the following:

1. 1. The student must have satisfactorily completed 156 semester hours with a cumulative grade point average of 2.25 or above (based on the American system, 4.0 being the highest possible score).
2. 2. The student must have completed one (1) year of internship, (after his/her senior year) with an approved congregation anywhere in the country. Satisfactory results acceptable by the congregation with which he worked and by the CBC administration are required.
3. 3. The student must have participated in three (3) summer field work assignments, with satisfactory results acceptable by the congregation with which he worked and by the CBC administration.
4. 4. The student must also have satisfactorily participated in at least four (4) one-week evangelistic campaigns supervised by CBC administration and/or faculty.
5. 5. Finally, the student must appear before a review board composed of members of the faculty and administration. The interview, scheduled near the end of the student’s last semester, serves as an opportunity to review the student’s record, reflect on his experiences while at college, and to discuss his plans for the future. The interviewing committee is empowered to deny a candidate the right of graduation.
6. 6. The course requirements for the B.A. in Bible and Ministry are outlined here .