This course is divided into four units. The first unit presents fundamental truths that must be accepted before beginning a study of the Bible. The second unit deals with general principles of interpretation that are applicable to any type of literature. Specific rules that apply to special types of literature are overviewed in the third unit. In the final unit, the student is given sample passages of Scripture to which he or she will apply the guidelines of interpretation that have been learned.
 
Required textbook for 3-credit-course: How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth (3rd ed.) by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart