Associate of Biblical Studies
The Associate of Biblical Studies (ABS) program is designed for those applicants who
have limited or no undergraduate college credit but have a burning desire to serve in
ministry. The Associate of Ministry program is suitable for Deacons, Elders, Sunday
school teachers, ministry leaders, and others serving in lay leadership positions in the
church in mission fields.
Admission Requirements
The applicant must present evidence of completion of a high school diploma or GED
and present evidence of dedication in some church ministry area.
Course Requirements
The Associate of Biblical Studies is a 60 credit-hour degree. A minimum of 48
credit- hours must be earned at DBC. Students entering this program enroll in the
same courses that are required for a Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree.
Associate Courses
- BTH100 Introduction to the Bible
- BTH101 Understanding the OT
- BTH102 Understanding the NT
- BTH103 Summary of Christian Doctrine
- BTH104 Praying With Power
- BTH105 Personal Evangelism Disciple
- BTH106 Christian Living
- BTH107 Foundations of Leadership
- BTH108 Starting and Leading a Small Group
- BTH109 Preparing For Christian Min.
- BTH110 Field Mission
- BTH201 Christian Education in the Church
- BTH202 Christian Ministry
- BTH203 The Gospels
- BTH204 The Pentateuch
- BTH205 Historical Books
- BTH207 Intro to Church Governance
- BTH208 Fundamentals of Biblical Exegesis
- BTH209 Introduction to Missiology
- BTH210 Field Mission