FOUNDATIONS // 2 credit hours // Foundations 1 is a required introductory course that teaches core biblical doctrines and a philosophy of discipleship foundational to ministry.

FOUNDATIONS // 2 credit hours // This semester of Foundations will cover the Character & Spiritual Qualities of a Man or Woman of God and the Seven Stages of Spiritual Growth. This course is an introductory course for all LFBI students.

BIBLE ESSENTIALS // 2 credit hours // In this class, students will explore the foundational book of Romans, with careful attention paid to church doctrine, along with history and personal life application. In addition, you’ll see how many Old Testament practices picture new testament doctrine.

BIBLE ESSENTIALS // 2 credit hours // An introduction to the fundamental concepts of correct Bible study, focusing on established and time-honored rules of Bible study, the proper use of basic Bible study tools, and an understanding of the theme of the Bible.

BIBLE ESSENTIALS // 2 credit hours // Introduction to Old Testament 2 is an overview of Psalms through Malachi. Topics include historical context, life application, pictures, types, prophecies, key features, and dispensational truth.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 2 credit hours // This class will provide a 16-week substantive overview of the book of Hebrews which sets out to demonstrate the theological, spiritual, and devotional supremacy of Christ and the New Covenant over all other men, gods, philosophical systems, religions, or earthly constructs.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 2 credit hours // This class is an intensive study of the epistles of Paul the apostle to pastors. This course is an exposition of 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy and Titus as God’s handbook for pastors. The content and themes therein are developed exegetically and expositorily with an emphasis on the responsibilities of pastoral leaders in the church.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 1 credit hour // This is a study highlighting the primacy of effective prayer and worship in the private life of the pastor, which directly impacts the spiritual vitality of the entire church.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 1 credit hour // This course focuses on servant leadership in the church through the lens of Mark 8-11, where we see that we serve God and should lead others to do the same.

ELECTIVE // 1 credit hour // This course deals with important moments and people that helped shape the theology and tradition of Baptists. This course explores Baptistic distinctives throughout church history and what can be learned from the moments, men, methods, and means within the Baptistic heritage.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 0 credit hours // This course provides students with a feedback and reporting mechanism that should include some, if not all, of the following elements: a summary of their mission trip, evangelical components and opportunities, local church support and edification, and training and teaching opportunities.

LEADERSHIP PREP // 2 credit hours // The objective of this required course is for the student to develop and execute a ministry task, project, or program that will serve their local church.