ACADEMICS
Thank you for taking the time to explore our programs and degrees. By choosing Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, you’ll be joining thousands of students who have studied with the college over its 40-year Biblical Academic history.
We offer courses and degrees specifically tailored to prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of ministry, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, or social work.
Listed below are the degrees
and programs we currently offer:
Click to scroll:
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES AT CBCS:
NOTE: The undergraduate academic schedules listed below are suggested examples and may be restructured by CBCS
pending evaluation of the individual student’s past achievements, interests and goals in Christian Ministry.
DIPLOMA OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
30 Credits
The Diploma in Biblical Studies is a great choice for anyone looking for a focused study of the Bible, an overview of Systematic Theology, and practical ministry training. The diploma is primarily designed for those who live in locations where the completion of General Education credits is difficult. Therefore, to receive this diploma, students are not required to complete General Education credits.
Diploma of Biblical Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
ASSOCIATE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
60 Credits
The Associate of Biblical Studies is designed to provide a general knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. This two-year degree is ideal for those serving in the local church or other ministries who want to be further equipped for their calling.
Associate of Biblical Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
WB220 – 2 Kings & 2 Chronicles
WB221 – Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther
WB222 – Job
WB223 – Psalms
WB224 – Proverbs
WB225 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon
WB226 – Isaiah & Jeremiah
WB227 – Ezekiel & Daniel
WB228 – Minor Prophets
WB229 – Haggai, Zechariah & Malachi
BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
120 Credits
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies is designed to provide a deeper knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 120-unit course of instruction designed to develop Christian character, a sound knowledge of the English Bible, and the skills appropriate for ministry in a local church, mission field, or other Christian ministry.
Bachelor of Biblical Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
WB220 – 2 Kings & 2 Chronicles
WB221 – Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther
WB222 – Job
WB223 – Psalms
WB224 – Proverbs
WB225 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon
WB226 – Isaiah & Jeremiah
WB227 – Ezekiel & Daniel
WB228 – Minor Prophets
WB229 – Haggai, Zechariah & Malachi
WB230 – Life of Christ
WB231 – Matthew
WB232 – Mark
WB233 – Luke
WB234 – John
WB235 – Acts
WB236 – Romans
WB237 – 1 Corinthians
WB238 – 2 Corinthians
WB239 – Galatians
M400 – Ministry Practicum Portfolio
Major in Biblical Counseling – pending course selection – see Christian Counseling Manual for required courses and degree title change.
GRADUATE STUDIES AT CBCS:
MASTER OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
48 Credits
The Master of Biblical Studies is designed for those seeking ministry opportunities in the local church or in other Christian ministry and is a stair-step degree for those who desire to continue their studies in the Master of Divinity degree.
Master of Biblical Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
L501 – Basic Greek I
B502 – Biblical Hermeneutics
T521 – Apologetics
T500 – The Image of God
T523 – The Inspiration & Authority of Scripture
NT821 – Creation / Evolution
PT500 – The Art of Sermon Preparation
PT563 – Homiletics
T559 – Prayer
M500 – Ministry Internship
MASTER OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
48 Credits
This is a “Honorary” degree given to ministry leaders chosen by the President of CBCS, who have been serving the local church for at least 20 years. The requirement is the submission of a ministry portfolio documenting their work and service for the Kingdom of God.
MASTER OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
48 Credits
The Master of Religious Education is a professional theological degree designed to prepare individuals for leadership roles in Christian education and discipleship ministries, focusing on equipping students for professional teaching ministry, often requiring prior experience or training in education.
Master of Religious Education Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
RE580 – Christian Education Handbook
RE581 – How to Study the Bible
RE582 – The Craft of Christian Teaching
RE583 – The Leadership Lessons of Jesus
RE584 – Christian Education, Principles & Practice
RE585 – Foundations for Purposeful Church Administration
RE586 – Teaching Tactics
RE587 – Childhood Education in the Church
RE588 – Teaching for Results
RE589 – History of Christian Education
RE590 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF PASTORAL COUNSELING
41 Credits
The Master of Pastoral Counseling is designed to equip individuals for ministry roles involving counseling and integrating biblical principles with practical counseling skills to address the spiritual, emotional, and relational needs of individuals and families.
Master of Pastoral Counseling Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
See the Christian Counseling Manual
CC450 – Basic Christian Counseling
CC451 – Creation Therapy
CC454 – Christian Psychology and Counseling
CC550 – Mastering Pastoral Counseling
CC551 – Temperament Case Studies
CC552 – Codependency
CC555 – Four Advanced Courses
CC560 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF WORSHIP THEOLOGY
48 Credits
The Master of Worship Theology is designed to prepare men and women for specialized ministry in local church worship leadership and provide students with a solid background in biblical studies combined with practical experience in the field of worship leadership.
Master of Worship Theology Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
W500 – Waiting for your Ministry
W501 – Origins of Music
W502 – Elements of Worship
W503 – Worship Evangelism
W505 – Music and Pagan Rituals
W510 – Worship Leaders Manual
W511 – Keys to Spiritual Growth
W512 – Moving from Traditional to Contemporary Worship
W513 – Dynamics of Worship
WM500 – Worship Ministry Practicum (or)
W550 – Master of Worship Ministry Thesis
MASTER OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
38 Credits
The Master of Theological Studies is designed to provide you with an in-depth study of the Old and New Testaments, systemic theology, the Christian church, and other essential topics and will help equip students for professions in the church, ministry, or nonprofit organization.
Master of Theological Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
B501 – Daniel
B502 – Biblical Hermeneutics
B530 – Revelation
B712 – Roots of the Torah
B713 – Roots of Hebrew History
B780 – Messianic Clu·istology
T510 – Mysteries of Creation
T521 – Defense of the Faith
M555 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF MESSIANIC JEWISH STUDIES
38 Credits
The Master of Messianic Jewish Studies is designed to equip students for leadership or teaching roles with an emphasis on Scripture, Messianic Judaism, and ministry, focusing on whole-person formation and spiritual development.
Master of Messianic Jewish Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
MJS 500/700 – Genesis I
MJS 501/701 – Genesis II
MJS 502/702 – Jesus In the Hebrew Scriptures
MJS 503/703 – Messianic Christology
MJS 504/704 – Life of Messiah I
MJS 505/705 – Life of Messiah II
MJS 506/706 – Coming of Messiah I
MJS 507/707 – Coming of Messiah II
MJS 508/708 – Messianic Jewish Epistles
MJS 509/709 – Jewish and Messianic Jewish History
MJS 510/710 – Rays of the Messiah
MJS 511/711 – Messianic Systematic Theology
DOCTORATE STUDIES AT CBCS:
DOCTOR OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
38 Credits
The Doctor of Theological Studies is a research-focused doctoral degree designed to prepare individuals for advanced scholarship, teaching, and leadership within theological and academic contexts.
Doctor of Theological Studies Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
NT821 – Creation vs. Evolution
ST750 – The Study of God
ST751 – Systematic Theology I
ST752 – Systematic Theology II
T701 – N.T. Canonicity
T723 – Insp. & Auth. of Scripture
THD710 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
65 Credits
The Doctor of Religious Education is an advanced academic degree designed for individuals passionate about religious education and its impact on faith communities. It generally aims to provide advanced knowledge in theology, educational theory, pedagogy, and leadership within religious contexts.
Doctor of Religious Education Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
RE710 – Understanding Teaching
RE720 – Bible Manners & Customs
RE730 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Teaching
RE740 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Adult Education
RE750 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Spiritual Formation
RE760 – Field Experience Portfolio
RE770 – Course Projects (3) – JIBS, Sunday School, Discover Your Childs Gifts
RE780 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF WORSHIP THEOLOGY
56 Credits
The Doctor of Religious Education is an advanced academic degree designed for individuals passionate about religious education and its impact on faith communities. It generally aims to provide advanced knowledge in theology, educational theory, pedagogy, and leadership within religious contexts.
Doctor of Worship Theology Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
W701 – Spiritual Survival Is About Being Prepared
W705 – Knowing Your Enemy
W706 – Power Over Demons
W707 – Angels, Demons & Spiritual Beings
W708 – Real Worship . . . Holy Ground
W709 – World Views Clash
W710 – World Views Clash – Trouble in Paradise
W720 – Jesus & The Apostolic Church Encounter Satan
W721 – Spiritual Warfare in the Epistles
W722 – Introduction to Intercessory Deliverance
W750 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF CLINICAL PASTORAL COUNSELING
65 Credits
The Doctor of Clinical Pastoral Counseling is designed to equip individuals for ministry roles involving counseling and integrating biblical principles with practical counseling skills to address the spiritual, emotional, and relational needs of individuals and families.
Doctor of Clinical Pastoral Counseling Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
See the Christian Counseling Manual
CC450 – Basic Christian Counseling
CC451 – Creation Therapy
CC454 – Christian Psychology and Counseling
CC550 – Mastering Pastoral Counseling
CC551 – Temperament Case Studies
CC552 – Codependency
CC755 – Twelve (12) Advanced Courses
CC560 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF MESSIANIC JEWISH STUDIES
60 Credits (12 Credit Dissertation)
The Doctor of Messianic Jewish Studies is designed to equip students for leadership or teaching roles with an emphasis on Scripture, Messianic Judaism, and ministry, focusing on whole-person formation and spiritual development.
Doctor of Messianic Jewish Studies
Your Subtitle Goes Here
MJS 500/700 – Genesis I
MJS 501/701 – Genesis II
MJS 502/702 – Jesus In the Hebrew Scriptures
MJS 503/703 – Messianic Christology
MJS 504/704 – Life of Messiah I
MJS 505/705 – Life of Messiah II
MJS 506/706 – Coming of Messiah I
MJS 507/707 – Coming of Messiah II
MJS 508/708 – Messianic Jewish Epistles
MJS 509/709 – Jewish and Messianic Jewish History
MJS 510/710 – Rays of the Messiah
MJS 511/711 – Messianic Systematic Theology
MJS 712 – Doctoral Dissertation
NOTE: Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501{c)(3) tax exempt religious organization and is a authorized by law to grant religious degrees in the State of Florida. Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary is a religious institution operating in the State of Florida offering only educational programs that prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of ministry, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, or social work.
ACADEMIC POLICIES:
CBCS GRADING SCALE
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary operates on the following grade scale:
NOTE: It is important to note that while a grade of “C” is passing for all undergraduate level courses (Diploma, Associates & Bachelors), a grade of at least “B” must be maintained in graduate level studies (Masters & Doctors) in order to pass.
LIBRARY RESOURCES:
Congressional Library & Archives
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends the Congregational Library & Archives, 14 Bacon Street, Boston, MA 02108 (607) 523-0470. There are over 225,000 titles available to students. When you order books from the Congregational Library, please be as specific as possible. You should mention the author, book title and/or topic. For example, instead of requesting “Pastoral Counseling”, ask for “Pastoral Counseling with the Aged”. You may keep their books for four weeks from the day you receive them. Renewals can be had by letter or phone if no other reader is waiting for the book you wish to renew.
BibleStudyTools.com
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends the BibleStudyTools.com website as a good Library Resource for Bible Studies. The site allows an individual to do an in depth Bible study using various translations, interlinear Bibles, commentaries, concordances, dictionaries, lexicons (Greek/Hebrew), sermon helps, church history and other resources.
Christianity Today
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends Christianity Today magazine as site for several major Christian resources. Christianity Today offers coverage of the Church in the world today. It informs, counsels, and challenges readers with interviews, feature articles, thoughtful essays and much more, providing commentary, interviews with leading Christian thinkers, and theological analysis on current issues, trends, people and news events that impact people of faith.
ChristianAnswers.net
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends ChristianAnswers.net as a site devoted to answering any question which the Christian may have regarding his/her faith as it relates to issues today. They cover abortion, archaeology, The Bible, creation/evolution, dinosaurs, governments, etc. This site is supported by Eden Communications (Films for Christ) and their videos can be purchased online.
World Religions Index
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends the World Religions Index. The site, World Religious Index, has five major index titled: Personal Pages, Articles, Table One – Christianity and cults compared. Table Two – Christianity and the major religions compared. Other Sites – deal with world religions and religious philosophies.
BlueLetterBible.org
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends BlueLetterBible.org. The site is great for word studies and the number of definitions is amazing. Blue Letter Bible provides powerful tools for an in-depth study of God’s Word through their free online reference library, with study tools that are grounded in the historical, conservative Christian faith.
EarlyJewishWritings.com
For early Jewish Writings studies, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends the EarlyJewishWritings.com website. Early Jewish Writings is the most complete collection of Jewish documents from antiquity with translations, introductions, and links. The site has a wealth of writings written by Jews plus the Old Testament writings.
EarlyChristianWritings.com
For early Christian Writings studies, Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary recommends the EarlyChristianWritings.com website. This site has more books than you could imagine. It seems to have all of the books in the two books titled “The Other Bible” edited by Willis Barnstone [1984] and “The Lost Books of the Bible and The Forgotten Books of Eden” originally published by Alpha House, Inc. 1926 and 1927 reissued by Word Bible Publishers.
YouVersion
YouVersion is a free Bible on your phone, tablet, and computer. YouVersion is a simple, ad-free Bible that brings God’s Word into your daily life. The Bible is also available as an app for your smart phone. When the Bible is always with you, it becomes a part of your daily life.
E-Sword.com
E-Sword.com is a free Bible software site with 75 plus public domain books which can be downloaded for free. e-Sword is a fast and effective way to study the Bible. e-Sword is feature rich and user friendly with more capabilities than you would expect in a free Bible study app. The fact that e-Sword is free is just one of the blessings and does not speak of the quality of the app.
CrossWire Bible Society
CrossWire Bible Society offers free Bible software online. CrossWire offers a huge and rapidly growing electronic library of Bibles, commentaries, devotional and general books, maps and much more, in many different languages.
WORDSearch Bible
WORDsearch allows you to quickly search for Bible verses, compare Bible translations side-by-side, have multiple books open, and sync your Bible translations with your commentaries. You won’t have to continuously flip through pages, and you’ll be able to take your library anywhere without bringing a backpack full of books. If you are just getting started, WORDsearch Basic is for you. It’s FREE and comes loaded with some basic Bible study tools. Plus, you’ll find over 200 more free books available for download.
FreeBibleCommentaries.org
FreeBibleCommentaries.org is a resource for printed material and audio material as well as online video lessons. Free Bible Commentaries is a non-profit Bible study ministry dedicated to empowering people to interpret the Bible for themselves. They provide verse-by-verse, exegetical video, audio and text commentaries are committed to the trustworthiness and authority of Scripture emphasizing the intent of the original inspired authors by means of their: 1. Historical Setting, 2. Literary Context, 3. Grammatical Features, 4. Choice of Words, 5. Genre, 6. Parallel Passages.
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ACADEMICS
Thank you for taking the time to explore our programs and degrees. By choosing Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary, you’ll be joining thousands of students who have studied with the college over its 40-year Biblical Academic history.
We offer courses and degrees specifically tailored to prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of ministry, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, or social work.
Listed below are the degrees
and programs we currently offer:
Click to scroll:
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES AT CBCS:
NOTE: The undergraduate academic schedules listed below are suggested examples and may be restructured by CBCS
pending evaluation of the individual student’s past achievements, interests and goals in Christian Ministry.
DIPLOMA OF
BIBLICAL STUDIES
30 Credits
The Diploma in Biblical Studies is a great choice for anyone looking for a focused study of the Bible, an overview of Systematic Theology, and practical ministry training. The diploma is primarily designed for those who live in locations where the completion of General Education credits is difficult. Therefore, to receive this diploma, students are not required to complete General Education credits.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
ASSOCIATE OF
BIBLICAL STUDIES
60 Credits
The Associate of Biblical Studies is designed to provide a general knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. This two-year degree is ideal for those serving in the local church or other ministries who want to be further equipped for their calling.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
WB220 – 2 Kings & 2 Chronicles
WB221 – Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther
WB222 – Job
WB223 – Psalms
WB224 – Proverbs
WB225 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon
WB226 – Isaiah & Jeremiah
WB227 – Ezekiel & Daniel
WB228 – Minor Prophets
WB229 – Haggai, Zechariah & Malachi
BACHELOR OF
BIBLICAL STUDIES
120 Credits
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies is designed to provide a deeper knowledge of the Bible and systematic theology as well as ministry skills. The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 120-unit course of instruction designed to develop Christian character, a sound knowledge of the English Bible, and the skills appropriate for ministry in a local church, mission field, or other Christian ministry.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
WB210 – Old Testament Survey
WB211 – New Testament Survey
WB212 – Genesis
WB213 – Exodus
WB214 – Leviticus
WB215 – Numbers & Deuteronomy
WB216 – Joshua
WB217 – Judges & Ruth
WB218 – 1 & 2 Samuel
WB219 – 1 Kings & 1 Chronicles
WB220 – 2 Kings & 2 Chronicles
WB221 – Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther
WB222 – Job
WB223 – Psalms
WB224 – Proverbs
WB225 – Ecclesiastes & Song of Solomon
WB226 – Isaiah & Jeremiah
WB227 – Ezekiel & Daniel
WB228 – Minor Prophets
WB229 – Haggai, Zechariah & Malachi
WB230 – Life of Christ
WB231 – Matthew
WB232 – Mark
WB233 – Luke
WB234 – John
WB235 – Acts
WB236 – Romans
WB237 – 1 Corinthians
WB238 – 2 Corinthians
WB239 – Galatians
M400 – Ministry Practicum Portfolio
Major in Biblical Counseling – pending course selection – see Christian Counseling Manual for required courses and degree title change.
GRADUATE
STUDIES AT CBCS:
MASTER OF
BIBLICAL STUDIES
48 Credits
The Master of Biblical Studies is designed for those seeking ministry opportunities in the local church or in other Christian ministry and is a stair-step degree for those who desire to continue their studies in the Master of Divinity degree.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
L501 – Basic Greek I
B502 – Biblical Hermeneutics
T521 – Apologetics
T500 – The Image of God
T523 – The Inspiration & Authority of Scripture
NT821 – Creation / Evolution
PT500 – The Art of Sermon Preparation
PT563 – Homiletics
T559 – Prayer
M500 – Ministry Internship
MASTER OF
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
48 Credits
This is a “Honorary” degree given to ministry leaders chosen by the President of CBCS, who have been serving the local church for at least 20 years. The requirement is the submission of a ministry portfolio documenting their work and service for the Kingdom of God.
MASTER OF
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
48 Credits
The Master of Religious Education is a professional theological degree designed to prepare individuals for leadership roles in Christian education and discipleship ministries, focusing on equipping students for professional teaching ministry, often requiring prior experience or training in education.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
RE580 – Christian Education Handbook
RE581 – How to Study the Bible
RE582 – The Craft of Christian Teaching
RE583 – The Leadership Lessons of Jesus
RE584 – Christian Education, Principles & Practice
RE585 – Foundations for Purposeful Church Administration
RE586 – Teaching Tactics
RE587 – Childhood Education in the Church
RE588 – Teaching for Results
RE589 – History of Christian Education
RE590 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF
PASTORAL COUNSELING
41 Credits
The Master of Pastoral Counseling is designed to equip individuals for ministry roles involving counseling and integrating biblical principles with practical counseling skills to address the spiritual, emotional, and relational needs of individuals and families.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
See the Christian Counseling Manual
CC450 – Basic Christian Counseling
CC451 – Creation Therapy
CC454 – Christian Psychology and Counseling
CC550 – Mastering Pastoral Counseling
CC551 – Temperament Case Studies
CC552 – Codependency
CC555 – Four Advanced Courses
CC560 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF
WORSHIP THEOLOGY
48 Credits
The Master of Worship Theology is designed to prepare men and women for specialized ministry in local church worship leadership and provide students with a solid background in biblical studies combined with practical experience in the field of worship leadership.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
W500 – Waiting for your Ministry
W501 – Origins of Music
W502 – Elements of Worship
W503 – Worship Evangelism
W505 – Music and Pagan Rituals
W510 – Worship Leaders Manual
W511 – Keys to Spiritual Growth
W512 – Moving from Traditional to Contemporary Worship
W513 – Dynamics of Worship
WM500 – Worship Ministry Practicum (or)
W550 – Master of Worship Ministry Thesis
MASTER OF
THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
38 Credits
The Master of Theological Studies is designed to provide you with an in-depth study of the Old and New Testaments, systemic theology, the Christian church, and other essential topics and will help equip students for professions in the church, ministry, or nonprofit organization.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
B501 – Daniel
B502 – Biblical Hermeneutics
B530 – Revelation
B712 – Roots of the Torah
B713 – Roots of Hebrew History
B780 – Messianic Clu·istology
T510 – Mysteries of Creation
T521 – Defense of the Faith
M555 – Master Thesis
MASTER OF
MESSIANIC JEWISH STUDIES
38 Credits
The Master of Messianic Jewish Studies is designed to equip students for leadership or teaching roles with an emphasis on Scripture, Messianic Judaism, and ministry, focusing on whole-person formation and spiritual development.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
MJS 500/700 – Genesis I
MJS 501/701 – Genesis II
MJS 502/702 – Jesus In the Hebrew Scriptures
MJS 503/703 – Messianic Christology
MJS 504/704 – Life of Messiah I
MJS 505/705 – Life of Messiah II
MJS 506/706 – Coming of Messiah I
MJS 507/707 – Coming of Messiah II
MJS 508/708 – Messianic Jewish Epistles
MJS 509/709 – Jewish and Messianic Jewish History
MJS 510/710 – Rays of the Messiah
MJS 511/711 – Messianic Systematic Theology
DOCTORATE STUDIES AT CBCS:
DOCTOR OF
THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
38 Credits
The Doctor of Theological Studies is a research-focused doctoral degree designed to prepare individuals for advanced scholarship, teaching, and leadership within theological and academic contexts.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
NT821 – Creation vs. Evolution
ST750 – The Study of God
ST751 – Systematic Theology I
ST752 – Systematic Theology II
T701 – N.T. Canonicity
T723 – Insp. & Auth. of Scripture
THD710 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
65 Credits
The Doctor of Religious Education is an advanced academic degree designed for individuals passionate about religious education and its impact on faith communities. It generally aims to provide advanced knowledge in theology, educational theory, pedagogy, and leadership within religious contexts.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
RE710 – Understanding Teaching
RE720 – Bible Manners & Customs
RE730 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Teaching
RE740 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Adult Education
RE750 – Christian Educator’s Handbook on Spiritual Formation
RE760 – Field Experience Portfolio
RE770 – Course Projects (3) – JIBS, Sunday School, Discover Your Childs Gifts
RE780 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF
WORSHIP THEOLOGY
56 Credits
The Doctor of Religious Education is an advanced academic degree designed for individuals passionate about religious education and its impact on faith communities. It generally aims to provide advanced knowledge in theology, educational theory, pedagogy, and leadership within religious contexts.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
W701 – Spiritual Survival Is About Being Prepared
W705 – Knowing Your Enemy
W706 – Power Over Demons
W707 – Angels, Demons & Spiritual Beings
W708 – Real Worship . . . Holy Ground
W709 – World Views Clash
W710 – World Views Clash – Trouble in Paradise
W720 – Jesus & The Apostolic Church Encounter Satan
W721 – Spiritual Warfare in the Epistles
W722 – Introduction to Intercessory Deliverance
W750 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF
CLINICAL PASTORAL
COUNSELING
65 Credits
The Doctor of Clinical Pastoral Counseling is designed to equip individuals for ministry roles involving counseling and integrating biblical principles with practical counseling skills to address the spiritual, emotional, and relational needs of individuals and families.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
See the Christian Counseling Manual
CC450 – Basic Christian Counseling
CC451 – Creation Therapy
CC454 – Christian Psychology and Counseling
CC550 – Mastering Pastoral Counseling
CC551 – Temperament Case Studies
CC552 – Codependency
CC755 – Twelve (12) Advanced Courses
CC560 – Doctoral Dissertation
DOCTOR OF
MESSIANIC JEWISH
STUDIES
60 Credits (12 Credit Dissertation)
The Doctor of Messianic Jewish Studies is designed to equip students for leadership or teaching roles with an emphasis on Scripture, Messianic Judaism, and ministry, focusing on whole-person formation and spiritual development.
Coursework
Your Subtitle Goes Here
MJS 500/700 – Genesis I
MJS 501/701 – Genesis II
MJS 502/702 – Jesus In the Hebrew Scriptures
MJS 503/703 – Messianic Christology
MJS 504/704 – Life of Messiah I
MJS 505/705 – Life of Messiah II
MJS 506/706 – Coming of Messiah I
MJS 507/707 – Coming of Messiah II
MJS 508/708 – Messianic Jewish Epistles
MJS 509/709 – Jewish and Messianic Jewish History
MJS 510/710 – Rays of the Messiah
MJS 511/711 – Messianic Systematic Theology
MJS 712 – Doctoral Dissertation
NOTE: Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501{c)(3) tax exempt religious organization and is a authorized by law to grant religious degrees in the State of Florida. Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary is a religious institution operating in the State of Florida offering only educational programs that prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of ministry, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, or social work.
ACADEMIC POLICIES:
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary operates on the following grade scale:
NOTE: It is important to note that while a grade of “C” is passing for all undergraduate level courses (Diploma, Associates & Bachelors), a grade of at least “B” must be maintained in graduate level studies (Masters & Doctors) in order to pass.
LIBRARY RESOURCES:
Congressional Library
& Archives
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends the Congregational Library & Archives, 14 Bacon Street, Boston, MA 02108 (607) 523-0470. There are over 225,000 titles available to students. When you order books from the Congregational Library, please be as specific as possible. You should mention the author, book title and/or topic. For example, instead of requesting “Pastoral Counseling”, ask for “Pastoral Counseling with the Aged”. You may keep their books for four weeks from the day you receive them. Renewals can be had by letter or phone if no other reader is waiting for the book you wish to renew.
BibleStudyTools.com
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends the BibleStudyTools.com website as a good Library Resource for Bible Studies. The site allows an individual to do an in depth Bible study using various translations, interlinear Bibles, commentaries, concordances, dictionaries, lexicons (Greek/Hebrew), sermon helps, church history and other resources.
Christianity Today
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends Christianity Today magazine as site for several major Christian resources. Christianity Today offers coverage of the Church in the world today. It informs, counsels, and challenges readers with interviews, feature articles, thoughtful essays and much more, providing commentary, interviews with leading Christian thinkers, and theological analysis on current issues, trends, people and news events that impact people of faith.
ChristianAnswers.net
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends ChristianAnswers.net as a site devoted to answering any question which the Christian may have regarding his/her faith as it relates to issues today. They cover abortion, archaeology, The Bible, creation/evolution, dinosaurs, governments, etc. This site is supported by Eden Communications (Films for Christ) and their videos can be purchased online.
World Religions Index
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends the World Religions Index. The site, World Religious Index, has five major index titled: Personal Pages, Articles, Table One – Christianity and cults compared. Table Two – Christianity and the major religions compared. Other Sites – deal with world religions and religious philosophies.
BlueLetterBible.org
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends BlueLetterBible.org. The site is great for word studies and the number of definitions is amazing. Blue Letter Bible provides powerful tools for an in-depth study of God’s Word through their free online reference library, with study tools that are grounded in the historical, conservative Christian faith.
EarlyJewish
Writings.com
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends the EarlyJewishWritings.com website. Early Jewish Writings is the most complete collection of Jewish documents from antiquity with translations, introductions, and links. The site has a wealth of writings written by Jews plus the Old Testament writings.
EarlyChristian
Writings.com
Chesapeake Bible College & Seminary
recommends the EarlyChristianWritings.com
website. This site has more books than you could imagine. It seems to have all of the books in the two books titled “The Other Bible” edited by Willis Barnstone [1984] and “The Lost Books of the Bible and The Forgotten Books of Eden” originally published by Alpha House, Inc. 1926 and 1927 reissued by Word Bible Publishers.
YouVersion
YouVersion is a free Bible on your phone, tablet, and computer. YouVersion is a simple, ad-free Bible that brings God’s Word into your daily life. The Bible is also available as an app for your smart phone. When the Bible is always with you, it becomes a part of your daily life.
E-Sword.com
E-Sword.com is a free Bible software site with 75 plus public domain books which can be downloaded for free. e-Sword is a fast and effective way to study the Bible. e-Sword is feature rich and user friendly with more capabilities than you would expect in a free Bible study app. The fact that e-Sword is free is just one of the blessings and does not speak of the quality of the app.
CrossWire Bible Society
CrossWire Bible Society offers free Bible software online. CrossWire offers a huge and rapidly growing electronic library of Bibles, commentaries, devotional and general books, maps and much more, in many different languages.
WORDSearch Bible
WORDsearch allows you to quickly search for Bible verses, compare Bible translations side-by-side, have multiple books open, and sync your Bible translations with your commentaries. You won’t have to continuously flip through pages, and you’ll be able to take your library anywhere without bringing a backpack full of books. If you are just getting started, WORDsearch Basic is for you. It’s FREE and comes loaded with some basic Bible study tools. Plus, you’ll find over 200 more free books available for download.
FreeBible
Commentaries.org
FreeBibleCommentaries.org is a resource for printed material and audio material as well as online video lessons. Free Bible Commentaries is a non-profit Bible study ministry dedicated to empowering people to interpret the Bible for themselves. They provide verse-by-verse, exegetical video, audio and text commentaries are committed to the trustworthiness and authority of Scripture emphasizing the intent of the original inspired authors by means of their: 1. Historical Setting, 2. Literary Context, 3. Grammatical Features, 4. Choice of Words, 5. Genre, 6. Parallel Passages.
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