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BSX (Biblical Studies)

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Course Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this entry-level course; other than English proficiency.

Course Description

This course comes from a collection of sermon notes and a summary of the book "Be Bold.  Believe. The Miracle of CommunionFire" by Bob Bonnell.  It discusses various aspects of the nature of God, including His omnibenevolence, omniscience, and omnipotence. The document explores the concept of mystery in relation to God's creation and the role of prophets in revealing God's will. It talks about God’s greatest “moving miracle”, which is humanity and explains who we, as humans. Are and why we were made. It emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in God, and the significance of signs, wonders, and miracles as indicators of God's presence and power.  The document also delves into the topic of communion, highlighting its importance in the lives of Christians and its benefits, such as sanctification, healing, and reconciliation.  It emphasizes the need for self-examination and prayer in preparing for communion.  The document references John Wesley and his influence on sacramental theology and encourages a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  Overall, the document presents the idea that daily communion in one's own home is a powerful practice that brings believers closer to Jesus and aids in their sanctification process. 

Course Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this course should have the beginnings of a Systematic Theology in written form. They will understand who God really is and what He is to humanity. They will be able to articulate the difference between the Kairos and Chronos worlds and how they both affect humanity. They will be able to aticulate clearly and simply why we are here on Earth and the location of our true home with God.

Course Curriculum

1 How To Excel in My Course
2 Hours

The Apostolic Bible College and Seminary (ABCS) welcomes viewers to its theological courses, aiming to inscribe the word of God on their hearts. The Blue Letter Bible, a free online resource, is introduced for its various study tools. The concept of being 'born again' in Christianity is discussed, along with the importance of precise words in biblical interpretation. The use of Wikipedia for background information and historical context is also highlighted. This course also presents the resources: Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Etymology Dictionary, Britannica, World Atlas, and Bible Atlas (HUB), to name a few. This is course BWS010 that has been included in this introductory course.


2 How To Excel in My Course [Quiz]
44 Min


1 The Common Divine Nature of God
20 Min

This lesson focuses on the challenges Christians encounter in an increasingly hostile environment, underscoring the necessity to stay pure amidst evil. It delves into the existence of sin within the church and the significance of comprehending God's truth. The eternal aspect of God, His role as the creator and orchestrator of all things is highlighted. The discussion wraps up by scrutinizing God's creation of the heavens, earth, and mankind in His likeness.


2 CBS121_QA_01 [Quiz]
N/A


1 The CDN of God - Omni-Benevolent (All Goodness)
34 Min

The topics of God's everlasting goodness, understanding His nature, the law of opposites, and the reconciliation of justice and mercy are explored. By understanding God's nature, we can align our lives with His word. The law of opposites, which states that good and evil coexist, gives us the freedom to choose. God's plan of salvation beautifully reconciles justice and mercy.


2 CBS121_QA_02 [Quiz]
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1 The CDN of God - Omniscient (All-Knowing)
31 Min

The nature of God is explored, emphasizing His role as the creator and His omnibenevolence. The law of opposites, explaining the coexistence of good and evil, is introduced. God's omniscience, including His knowledge of our thoughts and desires, is highlighted. The importance of confession for salvation is discussed. The Trinity, with distinct roles for God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit, is also explored.


2 CBS121_QA_03 [Quiz]
45 Min


1 The CDN of God - Omnipotent (All-Powerful)
28 Min

This exploration delves into the power and nature of God, focusing on the role of the Trinity in creation and the coexistence of goodness and evil. It highlights the importance of choosing to follow God and fostering an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. The discussion also touches on the plan of salvation and the connection between faith and power.


1 An Introduction
28 Min

God safeguards us by veiling the truth in mysteries and dispatching prophets for guidance. The law of Moses demonstrated that we cannot reconcile with God through our own deeds. Prophets and seers, sent by God, reveal fragments of truth and aid in comprehending His will. God, being sovereign, governs all earthly kingdoms and determines the fate of governments. He unveils mysteries to educate us about His judgment, salvation, and the reality of His creation.


1 Hope, Belief, Trust, & Faith (Newton's Laws of Physics)
40 Min

The talk starts with the Moving Miracle and the significance of understanding the God we serve. It explores God's nature, the role of mysteries in the Bible, and the limitations of Moses' law. It examines the concept of humanity as unclean, clean, and holy, and the role of offerings and priests in reconciliation. The discussion ends with a look at hope, belief, trust, and faith in spirituality. To overcome challenges, we need to understand God's plan, and respond to the call of hope. Belief evolves into trust through reading, studying, attending church, and helping others. Trust leads to a choice, the law of free agency, where we must surrender control to God. This surrender allows us to live in faith, where external forces may act against us, but Jesus has overcome the world. God expects us to exercise our faith, leading us to a better day and freeing us from depression and expectations.


1 Signs & Wonders (Seeing What You Believe)
42 Min

God uses signs and wonders to demonstrate His faithfulness, draw people closer, and remind them of spiritual truths. These signs serve different purposes for believers and unbelievers. For believers, they confirm faith and provide protection, while for unbelievers, they act as warnings. The Bible, including the book of Revelations, is filled with such signs. The message of Jesus, further unfolded by Paul, is not limited to the Jews.


1 God's Plan (The Omnicient God)
45 Min

The narrative begins with an exploration of divine mysteries and truths, focusing on the role of signs, wonders, and miracles. It delves into the significance of Jesus as the bread of life and the connection between righteousness by faith and hope, belief, trust, and faith. The importance of communion and discerning the body of Christ is highlighted. The narrative further explores the meaning of John six, Satan's strategy to pull people away from Christ, and the unity in communion. It concludes with a discussion on salvation and the spiritual truths behind communion.


1 We ARE The Moving Miracle (The Prize of God's Creation)
41 Min

The discussion delves into understanding God's plan, the attributes of God, and the role of miracles and prophets. It introduces the concept of believers as moving miracles, emphasizing the importance of faith. The significance of being God's prize, love, unity, and the importance of communion are discussed. The need for daily communion, preparation for Satan's attacks, and personal sanctification are highlighted. The importance of understanding communion to avoid being led astray is emphasized.


1 Freedom In The Spirit (2 Cor 3:17)
31 Min

The conversation starts with the moving miracle and the role of faith in guiding others to spiritual truth. It then debunks myths about communion and sacraments, stressing that anyone can give sacraments and the importance of remembering Jesus. The existence of evil and the power of faith to overcome it are examined. The discussion then shifts to the new covenant, the fulfillment of the Old Testament in Jesus, and the role of the Holy Spirit. The significance of transformation, sanctification, and the glory of the Holy Spirit are underscored. The concept of true freedom is defined as the choice between the creator's standard and the works of the evil one. The call to action includes daily communion at home, studying, praying, church involvement, ongoing sanctification, and choosing the creator's standard over the works of the evil one.


1 All Things In Common
39 Min

The gathering starts with a prayer, followed by a recap of previous discussions on the gospel's foundations and communion's significance. The talk emphasizes the role of communion in remembering Jesus and fostering unity, love, and peace. The process of sanctification and different stages of salvation - justification, sanctification, and glorification - are explained. The importance of unity, tolerance, and compromise is underscored, with a call to avoid vilifying disagreement.


1 The Gospel Righteousness Through Faith (Romans 3:21-31)
39 Min

The sermon delves into the topic of communion fire, emphasizing the importance of understanding God's truth and the role of love and Jesus' sacrifice. It explores the concept of being a moving miracle and the role of personal stories in spreading the gospel. The unity brought by communion, the discerning power of the Holy Spirit's fire, and the impact of communion fire in a believer's life are discussed. The sermon also compares the law of Moses and righteousness by faith in Jesus, explaining how justification comes through faith.


1 The Book - Be Bold. BELIEVE! (Rev. Bob Bonnell III)
45 Min

Teachings from the book: Communion Fire: Be Bold. BELIEVE! The importance of holy communion in sanctification and remembering Jesus is discussed. The need to live in the world without being of it, replacing worldly idols with devotion to God, is emphasized. Daily communion is encouraged for spiritual growth, bringing healing, deliverance, forgiveness, and revival. Communion confirms the pardon of sins and nourishes our spirits with grace. It's a way to communicate with God and show our desire to seek and please Him. The significance of our actions reflecting our faith and transmitting our devotion to God is highlighted.


1 Scripture Chase and Exposition
10 Hours

Site the full reference of the Scripture selected (ex. John 3:16 [NASB20]). Choose 10 references. Use the standard Bible version abbreviation. Then expose the meaning of the passage by exegeting the meaning, including using Strong’s numbers and relate the meaning to the course.


2 Course Evaluation
10 Min

* Please feel free to be frank and direct. The source of this evaluation is NEVER revealed to the instructor and our ENTIRE staff is here to serve YOU so we REALLY want to know what you think so that we might IMPROVE. ** PLEASE, no lewd or personally-directed comments are deemed helpful or constructive and will taint the evaluation as “not serious”!


1. ABCS_Frm_ScriptureChase_Fillable.pdf
2. ABCS_Frm_Course Eval_Fillable.pdf
3. CBS121_Foundations of a Practical Faith_Syllabus_Cmp.pdf

Instructor

BspDr. Eric L Douglass Sr, DMin, DD, MPH, BTh, BES

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BspDr D was born in Maryland in the United States in the mid 1950's. He has been a Christian since birth, having been "born from above" during his 15th year. God called him in March 2019 in start an online, global, apostolic ministry to prepare God's people for the Matthew 24 age. He is well-accomplished and is still developing his spiritual gifts under the authority of God and delivering what he hears to those attending ABCS.

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