First Baptist is honored to announce that we have partnered with the Samford Ministry Training Institute (MTI). MTI exists to equip Christians to be leaders in their churches and communities through theological education and practical ministry training. MTI is a non-degree program of quality biblical, theological, and practical ministry courses that prepares and equips ministers and lay leaders for service in God’s Kingdom.
 
The Diploma in Biblical Studies and Advanced Diploma in Biblical Studies are offered through our extension network. The extension network offers 16 courses of standardized curriculum. When students finish eight courses, they receive the Diploma in Biblical Studies. If a student completes all 16 courses, they receive the Advanced Diploma in Biblical Studies.

 Diploma Courses

• ZMTI 101: Biblical Interpretation
• ZMTI 102: Intro to Old Testament
• ZMTI 103: Intro to New Testament
• ZMTI 104: Paul’s Letters
• ZMTI 105: The Minor Prophets
• ZMTI 106A: Biblical Foundations I
• ZMTI 106B: Biblical Foundations II
• ZMTI 113: The Person of the Holy Spirit
• ZMTI 114: Baptist Doctrines
• ZMTI 115: Spiritual Disciplines
• ZMTI 118: The Book of Revelation
• ZMTI 120: The Origins of the Bible
• ZMTI 121: The Writings of Moses
• ZMTI 122: Christian Apologetics
• ZMTI 123: Parables of Jesus
• ZMTI 124: The Life and Ministry of Jesus
• ZMTI 125: John’s Epistles
• ZMTI 126: Exploring the Psalms
• ZMTI 127: The Gospels
• ZMTI 128: The Acts of the Apostles
• ZMTI 129: Personal Evangelism
• ZMTI 130: Effective Disciple Making
• ZMTI 131: The Book of Hebrews
• ZMTI 132: Christian leadership

 
Each course is eight weeks in duration and consists of a minimum of 24 instructional hours. First Baptist will offer two eight-week courses per semester. Each class consists of three instructional hours per week. 

Fall A- New Testament Background
Mondays at 6 pm, August 19-October7

Class Description: There are 400 years between the Old and New Testaments which some call “the silent years.” In this course, students will learn of the influential events that helped to form the world of the New Testament. We know Jesus better when we know the political and historical events that shaped the world in which he lived. This course will help you understand and explain the cultural setting in the Gospels.

NOTE: This location will offer Zoom as an option for attending classes.

Instructor: Larry Gipson

Tuition is $50 per class. Students who register without using the online option will be subject to a $10 processing fee per semester.
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Fall B- The Book of Romans
Mondays at 6 p.m. October 21-December 09
First Baptist Church of Oneonta, AL

Class Description: The book of Romans contains some of the richest theological truths regarding the doctrine of salvation than any book in Scripture. It is a treasure trove of theological gems about grace, faith, righteousness, and justification. Some of the greatest theological minds in history trace their salvation back to reading Paul’s letter to the Romans. In this course, students will come to understand salvation through faith in Christ alone and the eternal truths surrounding that decision.

NOTE: This location will offer Zoom as an option for attending classes.

Instructor: Larry Gipson

Tuition is $50 per class. Students who register without using the online option will be subject to a $10 processing fee per semester.
Click the button below to register for this class.