Live-Online Hybrid Courses
Fall 2023
What is the next best thing to in-person, classroom learning? Live-Online Hybrid Courses from Appalachian
Bible College give you the chance to participate in college classes in real time. Watch from anywhere in the
world as the professor lectures; you can even ask questions and take part in student discussions. You will have the same
homework and exams as your classmates on campus. These accredited online courses provide dynamic distance
learning for high school students, international students, and anyone desiring to deepen their ministry skills.
Dates
Fall 2023 Course Dates: August 29 - December 15 (register by September 5)
Times listed below are Eastern.
Cost
You may be eligible for federal, state, and institutional aid. Among others, scholarships are available for
part-time students, high school (dual enrollment) students, and West Virginians.
Tuition & Fees
Financial Aid
Requirements
Technology
- Computer, Tablet, or Smart Phone with camera & mic
- High-speed Internet Connection
Attendance
- Students are encouraged to view classes live. If you cannot log in at the scheduled time, you can watch recordings on demand.
- Not available to resident students.
New Students
Courses
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BI 323 - Paul's Letters I
(3 credits)
Dr. Jonathan Rinker
Tues. & Thurs. at 11:00am - 12:15pm

This exposition aims at discerning Paul’s intended meaning in the text of his first five letters: Galatians, 1 & 2 Thessalonians, and
1 & 2 Corinthians. The course includes: 1) an introduction to significant historical background issues,
including the life of Paul, 2) a demonstration of exegetical method in these letters, and 3) a synthesis of
primary Biblical-theological themes in this Pauline section.
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BI 413 - Hebrews – Revelation
(3 credits)
Dr. Jonathan Rinker
Tues. & Thurs. at 1:15 – 2:30pm

This exposition aims at discerning the author's intended meaning in the text of these letters. The course includes: 1)
an introduction to significant historical background issues, 2) a demonstration of exegetical method in these letters,
and 3) a synthesis of primary Biblical-theological themes in this section.
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BI 415 - Job – Song of Solomon
(2 credits)
Dr. John Rinehart
Tues. & Thurs. at 8:00 – 8:50am

This exposition aims at discerning the author's intended meaning in the text of these five Old Testament poetic books. The course
includes: 1) an introduction to significant historical background issues, 2) a demonstration of exegetical method in
this OT wisdom literature, and 3) a synthesis of primary Biblical-theological themes in this section.
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LA 103A - Fundamentals of Speech A
(3 credits)
Miss Cheryl Parvin
Mon., Wed., Fri. at 8:00 - 8:50am

Provides an understanding of and practice in public speaking. Attention is given to training of the mind, body and
voice; speech organization; elements of pronunciation; principles of clear and effective delivery; platform manners
and poise; public reading of Scripture; and public prayer.
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LA 103B - Fundamentals of Speech B
(3 credits)
Miss Cheryl Parvin
Mon., Wed., Fri. at 12:40 – 1:30pm

Provides an understanding of and practice in public speaking. Attention is given to training of the mind, body and
voice; speech organization; elements of pronunciation; principles of clear and effective delivery; platform manners
and poise; public reading of Scripture; and public prayer.
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PT 409 Biblical Thinking and Worldview
(3 credits)
Mr. David Dunkerton
Mon., Wed., Fri. at 1:40 – 2:30pm

This course trains students in the primary components of the Biblical worldview, while surveying and refuting competing
worldviews. As such, this study equips Christians to think critically and theologically in order to form a Biblical
apologetic that answers significant influences in secular thinking.
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TH 205 Doctrine 1: Intro. to Theology & the Bible
(3 credits)
Dr. Jonathan Rinker
Mon., Wed., Fri. at 8:00 – 8:50am

This course briefly introduces systematic theology—its categories and method—and then considers: 1) How we got the
Bible: Bible Introduction; 2) What is the Bible: Bibliology; and 3) two theological systems: Dispensational Theology
and Covenant Theology—i.e., How we read (i.e., synthesize) the Bible by the consistent application of literal
interpretation.
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TH 307 Doctrine 3: Man, Sin, and Salvation
(3 credits)
Dr. Jonathan Rinker
Mon., Wed., Fri. at 9:00 – 9:50am

This course considers 1) mankind: his origin, nature, and purpose, 2) sin: its origin, nature, and effects, and 3)
salvation, especially personal redemption through the work of the Triune God.