Birmingham Theological Seminary
Birmingham

Seminary Administrative Office located at:

Briarwood Presbyterian Church – Room A203
2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL 35243-2923
Telephone: (205) 776-5650 • Fax: (205) 824-8407
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BIRMINGHAM - Briarwood Presbyterian Church
All classes will meet at Briarwood Presbyterian Church

Course	Professor	Day/Time	Location
PT5531 Christian Worker’s Personal Life & Spiritual Formation Required Texts Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, by Whitney True Spirituality, by Schaeffer Recommended Texts The Effective Pastor, by Anderson The Empowered Leader, by Miller The Crucifixion of Ministry, by Purves The Pastor as Spiritual Guide, by Rice	Dr. Richard Trucks	MON 6:00-8:00AM	W202
PT5710 Discipleship The Disciple-making Pastor, by Hull The Master Plan of Evangelism, by Coleman Making Kingdom Disciples, by Dunahoo The Discipline of Grace, by Bridges Growing in Your Faith, by Bridges How People Change - by Tripp & Lane Multiplying Disciples, by Moore The Student is to read 5 of these 7 books with critical interaction – if a book has already been read for another course, select another.	Dr. Harry Reeder	MON 6:00-8:00AM	W203
OT1512 Beginning Hebrew II (1) Introducing Biblical Hebrew, by Ross Biblical Hebrew - Step by Step, Vol. 1, by Mansoor How Biblical Languages Work, by Silzer & Finley	Mr. Bruce Horsley	MON 5:30-7:30PM	W202
PT5710 Discipleship Required Texts The Discipline of Grace, by Bridges The Master Plan of Evangelism, by Coleman Making Kingdom Disciples, by Dunahoo The Disciple Making Pastor, by Hull Recommended Texts Growing Your Faith, by Bridges The Training of the Twelve, by Bruce The Lost Art of Disciple Making, by Eims Disciples Are Made Not Born, by Hendrichsen Living by the Book, by Hendricks The Disciple Making Church, by Hull A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian	Dr. Dave Matthews	MON 5:30-7:30PM	W203
BC7505 Advanced Biblical Counseling (1) Required Texts Essentials of Abnormal Psychology (5th Ed.), by Durand The Christian's Guide to Psychological Terms, by Asher The Christian Counselor's Manual, by Adams Darkness is My Only Companion, by Green-McCreight Recommended Texts Leaving Yesterday Behind, by Hines Seeing With New Eyes, by Powlison Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister DSM-IV-TR In Action, by Dziegielewski	Dr. Faye White	MON 5:30-7:30PM	A209
PT5531 Christian Worker’s Personal Life & Spiritual Formation Required Texts Christian Living in the Home, by Adams Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, by Whitney The Christian Life Profile Assessment Tool Workbook, by Frazee The Discipline of Grace, by Bridges Absolute Surrender, by Murray The Practice of the Presence of God, by Lawrence Pray With Your Eyes Open, by Pratt Recommended Texts A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister How to Read a Book, by Adler Logos Bible Software StyleEase for Chicago and Turabian	Rev. Thad James, Jr.	MON 7:30-9:30PM	W202
PT5641 Curriculum Review & Development Required Texts Philosophy of Christian School Education, by Kienel Teaching for Spiritual Growth, by Downs Recommended Texts A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister How to Read a Book, by Adler Logos Bible Software StyleEase for Chicago and Turabian The Lost Art of Disciple Making, by Eims Disciples are Made, Not Born, by Hendrichsen	Dr. Dave Matthews	MON 7:30-9:30PM	W203
BC7632 Advanced Marriage & Family Couns.(1) Required Texts Systems Theory and Family Therapy, by Becvar God Breathes on Blended Families, by Becnel The Christian Family, by Christenson Getting Marriage Right, by Gushee God, Marriage, and Family, by Kostenberger Recommended Texts Marriage and Family in the Biblical World, by Campbell Seven Reasons Why God Created Marriage, by Ford	Mr. Alonza Jones	MON 7:30-9:30PM	A209
HT4721 Ref. & Modern Church History Required Texts The Story of Christianity, Vol. 2, by Gonzalez Here I Stand, by Bainton Recommended Texts A History of Christianity, Vol. 2, by LaTourette History of the Christian Church, Vol. 7 & 8, by Schaff	Rev. George Shamblin	TUE 6:00-8:00AM	W203
OT1023 Old Testament III* Required Text The Old Testament Speaks, by Schultz Recommended Texts God's Plan Unfolded, by Scott An Introduction to the Old Testament, by Young An Introduction to the Old Testament, by Dillard A Short Introduction to the Pentateuch, by Aalders The Theology of the Older Covenant, by Payne Biblical Theology, by Vos Hard Sayings of the Bible, by Kaiser Classical Evangelical Essays in Old Testament Interpretation, by Kaiser The Typology of Scripture, by Fairbairn	Dr. Frank Barker	TUE 4:00-6:00PM	W204
BC7735 Group Dynamics (1) The Big Book on Small Groups, by Arnold Groups, by Corey Small Group Leader's Handbook, by Long One People, by Stott Body Life, by Stedman Growth Groups, by Marshall	Dr. Luis Orteza	TUE 5:30-7:30PM	W202
AP8525 Apologetics & the Bible Inerrancy, by Geisler From God to Us, by Geisler The Battle Belongs to the Lord, by Oliphint Scripture and the Authority of God, by Wright	Mr. Brandon Robbins	TUE 5:30-7:30PM	W203
PT5723 Advanced Expository Preaching (1) Required Texts Preaching Christ From the Old Testament, by Greidanus Making a Difference in Preaching, by Robinson Doctrine that Dances, by Smith Recommended Texts A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Logos Bible Software	Rev. Michael Reese	TUE 5:30-7:30PM	A209
BC7624 Readings in Biblical Counseling (1) Required Texts Depression, by Welch How People Change, by Lane The How and Why of Love, by Hill Deceptive Diagnosis, by Tyler Psychology as Religion, by Vitz Recommended Texts How to Read a Book, by Adler A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian	Dr. Luis Orteza	TUE 7:30-9:30PM	W202
AP8791 Special Topic (Doctrine of Heaven and Hell) Required Texts Surprised by Hope, by Wright Unseen Realities, by Sproul Love Wins, by Bell Recommended Texts Is Hell For Real or Does Everyone Go To Heaven?, by Morgan Heaven is For Real, by Burpo	Mr. Brandon Robbins	TUE 7:30-9:30PM	W203
ST3550 Bible Interpretation Required Texts Understanding and Applying the Bible, by McQuilken Knowing Scripture, by Sproul Greek-Hebrew Study Bible, by Zodhiates Logos Bible Software Grasping God's Word, by Duvall Recommended Texts How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth, by Fee Getting the Message, by Doriani The New How to Study Your Bible, by Arthur A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister How to Read a Book, by Adler StyleEase for Chicago and Turabian	Rev. Thad James, Jr.	TUE 7:30-9:30PM	A209
OT1512 Beginning Hebrew II (1) Required Texts Basics of Biblical Hebrew, by Practico Basics of Biblical Hebrew Workbook, by Practico Basics of Biblical Hebrew Vocabulary Audio, by Practico Recommended Texts Biblical Hebrew Laminated Sheet, by Practico Basics of Biblical Hebrew Vocabulary Cards, by Van Pelt	Mr. Bill Stroup	WED 6:00-8:00AM	W203
NT2022 New Testament I* {TUITION-FREE COURSE} (3) Required Texts An Introduction to the New Testament, by Carson Exploring the New Testament, by Wenham King's Cross, by Keller Recommended Texts The Training of the Twelve, by Bruce The Testimony of the Evangelists, by Greenleaf A Harmony of the Four Gospels, by Daniel Acts, by Larkin The Message of Acts, by Stott	Mr. Brandon Robbins	WED 6:30-8:30PM	M202
OT1022 Old Testament II* Required Text The Old Testament Speaks, by Schultz Recommended Texts God's Plan Unfolded, by Scott An Introduction to the Old Testament, by Young An Introduction to the Old Testament, by Dillard A Short Introduction to the Pentateuch, by Aalders The Theology of the Older Covenant, by Payne Biblical Theology, by Vos Hard Sayings of the Bible, by Kaiser Classical Evangelical Essays in Old Testament Interpretation, by Kaiser The Typology of Scripture, by Fairbairn	Dr. Frank Barker	WED 5:30-7:30PM	W203
BC7755 Counseling in the Local Church II (1) Required Texts Curing the Heart, by Eyrich Study Guide for Curing the Heart (in class) Critical Stages of Biblical Counseling, by Adams Three to Get Ready, by Eyrich The Art of Aging, by Eyrich Recommended Texts Homework Assignments for Biblical Counselors, Vol. 1 (CD available in class) A Homework Manual for Biblical Counselors Vol. 1, by Mack A Homework Manual for Biblical Counselors Vol. 2, by Mack	Dr. Howard Eyrich	WED 6:30-8:30PM	A209
PT5637 Personal Evangelism (2) Required Texts Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, by Packer The Master Plan of Evangelism, by Coleman Read one of the following: How to Give Away Your Faith, by Little Out of the Salt Shaker, by Pippert Evangelism as a Lifestyle, by Peterson Lifestyle Evangelism, by Aldrich The Soul Winner, by Spurgeon Taking Men Alive, by Trumbull	Dr. Frank Barker	WED 6:30-9:00PM	S105
HT4742 Baptist Church History Required Texts The Baptists, Vol. 1: Beginnings in Britain, by Nettles The Baptists, Vol. 2: Beginnings in America, by Nettles The Baptists, Vol. 3: The Modern Era, by Nettles Baptist Confessions of Faith, by Lumpkin More Than Just a Name, by Norman Recommended Texts Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 1859-2009, by Wills Democratic Religion, by Wills Abstract of Systematic Theology, by Boyce Manual of Theology, by Dagg Manual of Church Order, by Dagg Baptists and the Bible, by Bush & Nettles James Petigru Boyce, by Nettles Faithful Witness, by George Baptist Theologians, by George Polity, by Dever The Baptist Reformation, by Sutton A Hill on Which to Die, by Pressler	Dr. Jeff Robinson	THU 6:00-8:00AM	W203
ST3528 Systematic Theology III (Christology)* Required Texts Systematic Theology, by Berkhof Introduction to Systematic Theology, by Berkhof Systematic Theology, by Grudem Recommended Texts The Person and Work of Christ, by Warfield The Jesus You Can't Ignore, by MacArthur A New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith, by Reymond	Rev. Robert Alexander	THU 9:00-11:00AM	W203
NT2023 New Testament II (Romans–Rev.)* An Introduction to the New Testament, by Carson Exploring the New Testament, by Wenham	Rev. Morris Johnson	THU 5:30-7:30PM	W202
MS6631 Biblical Theology of Missions A Biblical Theology of Missions, by Peters Salvation to the Ends of the Earth, by Kostenberger Let the Nations Be Glad, by Piper	Rev. Larry Cockrell	THU 5:30-7:30PM	W203
HT4721 Ref. & Modern Church History Here I Stand, A life of Martin Luther, by Bainton Theology of the Reformers, by George The Story of Christianity, Vol. 2, by Gonzalez A Century of Protestant Theology, by Heron	Rev. Jim Maples	THU 5:30-7:30PM	A209
MS6710 Development of the Local Church Missions Program Key to the Missionary Problem, by Murray Missions on the Move in the Local Church, by Wardell Let's Quit Kidding Ourselves About Missions, by Weber The World At Your Doorstep, by Lau How to Grow an Effective Missions Program, by Pemberton What in the World is God Doing?, by Olson	Dr. Tom Cheely	THU 5:30-7:30PM	W204
AP8532 Contemporary Cults Required Texts The Kingdom of the Cults, by Martin The Challenge of Cults and New Religions, by Rhodes Recommended Texts The Baker Pocket Guide to New Religions, by Scotland A Ready Defense, by McDowell	Rev. Clete Hux	THU 7:30-9:30PM	W202
ST3531 Systematic Theology VI (Eschatology)* Systematic Theology, by Berkhof The Meaning of the Millennium, by Clouse The Bible and the Future, by Hoekema	Mr. Jay Haley	THU 7:30-9:30PM	W203
ST3527 Systematic Theology II (Doctrine of Man)* Systematic Theology, by Berkhof Institutes of the Christian Religion, by Calvin The Christian View of Man, by Machen The Westminster Confession of Faith	Rev. Jim Maples	THU 7:30-9:30PM	A209
NT2023 New Testament II (Romans-Rev)* Required Texts Exploring the New Testament, Vol. 2, by Marshall Talk Thru the Bible, by Wilkinson Recommended Text Life of the Apostle Paul, by Jones	Rev. Mike Jones	FRI 6:00-8:00AM	W203
DM9101/PT5800 Church Revitalization (4) Required Texts From Embers to a Flame, by Reeder The Leadership Dynamic, by Reeder Outgrowing the Ingrown Church, by Miller City on a Hill, by Ryken The Pastor Evangelist, by Greenway Surprising Insights from the Unchurched, by Rainer Spriritual Disciplines for the Christian Church, by Whitney Dynamics of Spiritual Life, by Lovelace Disciplines of Grace, by Bridges Nine Marks of a Healthy Church, by Dever Recommended Texts Master Plan of Evangelism, by Coleman The Living Church Revitalized, by McNair A Royal "Waste" of Time, by Dawn The Art of the Leader, by Cohen Brothers, We Are Not Professionals, by Piper Growing Your Faith, by Bridges Holiness by Grace, by Chappel Master's Plan for the Church, by MacArthur Preaching and Preachers, by Lloyd-Jones Purpose in Preaching, by Adams Redemption, Accomplished and Applied, by Murray Revival, by Lloyd-Jones Spiritual Leadership, by Sanders Supremacy of God in Preaching, by Piper The Spirit of Revival, by Parrish	Dr. Harry Reeder	JAN. 19-22	F Hall
DM1112 Biblical Counseling & Human Physiology (5) Anatomy and Physiology for Dummies, by Rae Will Medicine Stop the Pain?, by Fitzpatrick Blame it on the Brain?, by Welch A Stubborn Darkness, by Welch	Dr. Howard Eyrich	FRI 9:00-4:30PM	W203
DM9120 Research & Design (5) Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister Practical Research: Planning and Design, by Leedy The Craft of Research, by Booth A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Writing Theology Well, by Yaghjian Logos Bible Software StyleEase for Chicago and Turabian Purdue Online Writing Lab	Rev. Thad James, Jr.	FRI 9:00-4:30PM	W203
DM9441 Biblical Counseling Independent Study Required Texts The Reformed Faith, by Shaw Faith Alone, by Sproul The Epistle to the Romans, by Murray The Justification of God, by Piper Institutes of the Christian Religion, by Calvin (online) Disciplines of Grace, by Bridges Justification, by Turretin Building Your Theology, by ThirdMil Logos Bible Software Recommended Texts A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, by Turabian Quality Research Papers, by Vyhmeister How to Read a Book, by Adler Doctrine of Justification, by Pink Doctrine of Sanctification, by Pink Commentary on Romans, by Calvin Romans, by Schreiner StyleEase for Chicago and Turabian	Dr. Howard Eyrich	TBA
Logos Bible Software Training Seminar (6)	Rev. Thad James, Jr.	Feb. 11 8:30-12:30PM

1. These courses have pre-requisites. See BTS Catalog or contact the BTS office for details.
2. PT5637 Personal Evangelism – Seminary students must register with the Seminary office and the E.E. office (Leigh Ann Reese 776-5301) to receive credit. The one day Share Your Faith Workshop (mandatory) will be on January 16th and the evening training will begin on January 25th.
3. NT2022, taught by Brandon Robbins, is being offered tuition-free for new and inactive students. Inactive students are those who have not taken a BTS course in more than 2 years. To register for this course, new and inactive students will need to submit an application for admission and a registration form. Contact the seminary office for more information.
4. Students must register with the Seminary office and Pre-register with Embers to a Flame. Contact Meg Hawley (Embers to a Flame) at 776-5399 for pre-registration (Jan 5th deadline) and the conference schedule. DMin students meet with Dr. Reeder on Jan. 19th from 2:00-3:00 (A105) and for lunch on Friday Jan.20th from 11:45-12:45 (G101).
5. DM9120 will meet on February 24th, March 23rd, and April 20th. DM1112 TBA
6. Students must register with the Seminary office by January 30th. The cost of this seminar will be $100. Please see the Newsletter for more information.

*Old Testament I-III, New Testament I-II, and Systematic Theology I-VI do not need to be taken in any particular order.

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