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                  "Amherst Theological Seminary is a religious institution exempt from

                       state regulation and oversight in the Commonwealth of Virginia.”

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Amherst Theological Seminary offers a Bachelors of Sacred Theology as well as a  Bachelors of

Christian Education. A student who has been awarded an appropriate Bible Bachelors degree may

petition in writing to bypass the Bachelors Degree sequence. Course credits from other recognized

Bible programs may be accepted upon examination of the student's transcript. Upon successful

completion of all course requirements the student will be conferred a Bachelors degree. The student

may then continue to the Masters Level.

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BACHELOR OF SACRED THEOLOGY PROGRAM: (TUITION: FREE)

 

The Bachelors program is designed to give the student a comprehensive understanding of integral

books of the Bible and Biblical concepts.  Each course has been designed to be as concise and clear

as possible while communicating the message. Our courses are designed to present the material in

such a way as to economize on the time spent, yet facilitate a comprehensive understanding.

 

THE STUDENT MUST CHOOSE BETWEEN A:

   BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (TUITION: FREE)

   BACHELOR OF SACRED THEOLOGY

    

The 8 survey courses listed here require the student to answer open book, short answer questions

that are thought provoking and insightful. The questions require the student to think and reflect.

Upon submission of the students answers, the student will review their answers with the mentor. 

The student may use any valid christian resources.

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NEW TESTAMENT SURVEYS:

NT-110: MATTHEW, MARK, LUKE, JOHN

                 Download NT-110 assignment by clicking HERE

NT-120: PAUL'S EPISTLES

                 Download NT-120 assignment by clicking HERE

NT-130: HEBREWS

                 Download NT-130 assignment by clicking HERE 

NT-140: JAMES

                 Download NT-140 assignment by clicking HERE

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OLD TESTAMENT SURVEYS

OT-110: THE PENTATEUCH

                  Download OT-110 assignment by clicking HERE

OT-120: THE HISTORY BOOKS I

                  Download OT-120 assignment by clicking HERE

OT-130: THE HISTORY BOOKS II

                       Download OT-130 assignment by clicking HERE

OT-140: PSALMS & PROVERBS

                  Download OT-140 assignment by clicking HERE

 

The following courses consist submission of short essays 5 to 10 pages and a sermon outline

in which the student will research the topic using valid Christian resources. Upon submission of

of the essays, the student will review their essays with the mentor. 

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THEOLOGY

TH-100: THEOLOGY PROPER:

The study of faith: The study of God and of God's relation to the world

TH-110: PRACTICAL THEOLOGY

The study of practice and experience of faith  

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CHURCH HISTORY

HI-110 CHURCH HISTORY

A discussion of the history of Christianity

HI-120 BIBLICAL ARCHEOLOGY

Examines how archeology verifies the Bible story 

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EDUCATION:CHURCH STUDIES

THE BACHELOR OF EDUCATION MUST PICK 5 DOCTRINAL STUDIES CLASSES)

CH-100 CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES

Studies how Christian Ministries contribute to the overall spread of the Christian message    

CH-110 CHURCH PLANTING

Examines how churches are started "from scratch" and propagated

CH-120 CHURCH BUSINESS METHODS

A discussion of installing and maintaining the various business records of the church

CH-130 CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL

Studies the establishment and ongoing requirements of a christian school

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CHRISTIAN TOPICS

CT-120 EVANGELIZATION

Research & discuss the various ways to spread the great news.

CT-180 ISSUES IN MINISTRY

Research and discuss issues facing those who enter into ministry

CT-200 "THORNY" ISSUES IN CHRISTIANITY

Research and discuss various issues that face Christianity today. What

are appropriate, thoughtful, and empathetic responses to the LGBTQ?

Same-sex marriage? Abortion? Women in leadership? Politics in the pulpit?

Racism? "White sovereignty"? Sexism and patriarchy? You will pick 5

"thorny" issues facing the church and address them following the 

instructions given above.

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DISCIPLESHIP, RENEWAL & RESTORATION

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The required text for CF-105, CF-107,  and CF-109

as well as all 7 CT courses (CT-100 thru CT-190) listed below  

can be purchased by clicking HERE.

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CF-105: THE CHRISTIAN IDENTITY

     Examines what it means to be a true seeker and follower of Jesus Christ.

           What does that mean for us on a practical, day-to-day basis? 

​       - REQUIRED TEXT: "The Walk Applied: Living the New Creation Life

               as a Citizen of God's Kingdom in a Secular World", (Marica)           

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CF-107: COMMUNING W/ JESUS: CHRISTIAN PRACTICES 

     Examines various Christian practices and why they are important 

      - REQUIRED TEXT: "The Walk Applied: Living the New Creation Life

               as a Citizen of God's Kingdom in a Secular World", (Marica)         

      - REQUIRED: http://spiritualpractice.ca/what/what-2/the-common-christian-practices/

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CF-109: THE GODLY MARRIAGE 

     A discussion of authority & submission in the Godly marriage   

      - REQUIRED TEXT: "The Walk Applied: Living the New Creation Life

               as a Citizen of God's Kingdom in a Secular World", (Marica)  

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CT-100 THE SIN NATURE & THE HEART

Introduces the "Walk Applied" Christian Counseling Model 

CT-110 GODLY HEALING

Studies the "Walk Applied" Christian healing methodologies

CT-130 HEALING & RESTORATION

Research & discuss various ways of biblical healing and restoration

CT-140 SANCTIFICATION & RENEWAL

Research and discuss sanctification  

CT-150 CHRISTIAN MINDFULNESS

Research and discuss “Christian Mindfulness”

CT-160 UNDERSTANDING THE KINGDOM

Research and discuss “The Kingdom of Heaven here on earth”:

The notion that our identity is found in Jesus

CT-190 THE SPIRITUAL IDENTITY

Research and discuss the notion that our identity is found in Jesus

 

CT-210 THE BIBLE

Research and discuss the concept of Biblical Inerrancy:

The history of the development of the Bible, How it is the standard of truth,

and how it is applicable to our lives today even though it was written long ago

as well as modes of Bible study, resources, and interpretation. 

CT-220 MIRACLES & SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Research and discuss the notions of miracles and spiritual gifts. Present

arguments for both sides: Do miracles still happen? Are spiritual gifts valid?

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DOCTRINAL STUDIES

DO-110 SOTERIOLOGY – DOCTRINE OF SALVATION

A discussion of the Salvation covenant and it's implications

DO-120 HAMARTIOLOGY – DOCTRINE OF SIN

Examines the realities of sin

DO-130 BIBLIOLOGY – DOCTRINE OF THE BIBLE

Studies the Bible as God's revelation to humanity

DO-140 PNEUMATOLOGY – STUDY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

A discussion of who the Holy Spirit is and how He leads us into all truth

DO-150 CHRISTOLOGY – THE STUDY OF CHRIST

Examines the deity of Jesus

DO-160 SATANOLOGY & ANGELOGY

An introduction to the Spiritual realm

DO-170 BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

What is meant by the "Baptism of the Holy Spirit"?

DO-180 CREATION VS EVOLUTION

Examines the issues re: the ongoing debate

DO-190 REGENERATION, SANCTIFICATION & JUSTIFICATION

A look at the result of salvation. 

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BACHELORS' THESIS:

Create and deliver a sermon series consisting of at least 3 sermons

on the subject of the student's choice, with the approval of the

student's mentor and the vice chancellor

 

THE STATEMENT OF THE CALL:

Write an essay that describes what you feel your calling is

and how you think the Spirit is leading you.

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FELLOWSHIP BIBLE INSTITUTE: 

An open book final assessment.

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