Reformed Baptist Seminary
1709 Arial Street
Easley, SC 29640

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Marrow of Theology

Master/Diploma of Theological Studies (M.T.S./D.T.S.)

The Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.) or Diploma of Theological Studies (D.T.S.) serves as a terminal program for laymen, non-vocational elders, or for pastors who want to expand their education. It may also function as the first stage of the Bachelor of Divinity (B.Div.) or Master of Divinity (M.Div.) programs for men who aspire to vocational ministry. Note that the M.T.S. requires a previously earned baccalaureate degree. After completing the M.T.S. or D.T.S. program, the student may request to have his credits applied to the divinity program should he and his pastor(s) determine he has the qualifications to pursue an extended theological education.

M.T.S./D.T.S. with emphasis in Exegetical Theology
ET 501 Elementary Greek I 2 hours
ET 502 Elementary Greek II 2 hours
ET 511 Old Testament Introduction 2 hours
ET 512 New Testament Introduction 2 hours
ET 612 Hermeneutics 2 hours
ET 701 Old Testament Theology 4 hours
ET 801 New Testament Theology 2 hours
Electives from ET, HT, ST, or PT 16 hours*
Total  32 hours

M.T.S./D.T.S. with emphasis in Historical Theology
HT 501 Symbolics 3 hours
HT 511 Early Church 2 hours
HT 512 Medieval Church 2 hours
HT 521 Reformation Church 3 hours
HT 522 Modern Church 3 hours
Electives from ET, HT, ST, or PT 19 hours*
Total  32 hours

M.T.S./D.T.S. with emphasis in Systematic Theology
ST 501 Apologetics 2 hours
ET 502 The Word 2 hours
ST 601 God & Decree 3 hours
ST 602 Man & Sin 3 hours
ST 701 Christ 3 hours
ST 711 Christian Life 3 hours
ST 801 Church 3 hours
ST 811 Last Things 2 hours
Electives from ET, HT, ST, or PT 11 hours*
Total  32 hours

M.T.S./D.T.S. with emphasis in Practical Theology
PT 501 Call & Cultivation 2 hours
PT 601 Sermon Preparation 2 hours
PT 602 Sermon Delivery 2 hours
PT 701 Church Order 2 hours
PT 702 Biblical Counseling 2 hours
PT 801 Evangelism & Missions 2 hours
PT 802 Pastoral Epistles 2 hours
Electives from ET, HT, ST, or PT 18 hours*
Total  32 hours

* Indicates the minimum credit-hours required.

Certificate of Theological Studies (C.T.S.)

For the Certificate of Theological Studies (C.T.S.), the basic substance of a traditional theological curriculum is condensed into twelve units, each unit consisting of 12 to 18 lectures that can be offered on the foreign mission-field within the space of one week. Although each topic is condensed, it is presented at a seminary level and directed to men who are currently engaged in or preparing for the ministry. Those who complete the twelve-unit curriculum, which is designed to be offered over a three-year period, will receive a Certificate of Theological Studies (C.T.S.) from RBS.

UNIT ONE: THE WORD OF GOD
A systematic study of general and special revelation. Includes a treatment of the canon and the major attributes of Scripture such as necessity, authority, sufficiency, and reliability.

UNIT TWO: EXEGESIS & EXPOSITION
An introduction to the basic principles of biblical interpretation and sermon preparation. Includes a survey of the history of interpretation, an examination of the NT’s use of the OT, common hermeneutical fallacies, and homiletical guidelines for sermon preparation.

UNIT THREE: GOD & DECREE
A systematic study of the existence, attributes, tri-unity, and decree of God. Includes a consideration of both the knowability and also incomprehensibility of God.

UNIT FOUR: MAN & SIN
A systematic study of creation and providence; the origin, identity, and constitution of man; the fall; the nature and consequences of sin; common grace.

UNIT FIVE: CHRIST & COVENANTS
A systematic study of the person and offices of Jesus the Messiah, as well as the covenantal framework in which He accomplished redemption for His people. Special attention is given to the deity of Christ and covenant theology.

UNIT SIX: SALVATION I
A systematic study of the atonement of Christ, effectual calling, and conversion. Special attention is given to the nature and extent of the atonement, the nature of faith, and the necessity of repentance.

UNIT SEVEN: SALVATION II
A systematic study of the doctrine of justification by faith alone, adoption, and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Includes a critique of the Roman Catholic doctrine of justification.

UNIT EIGHT: SALVATION III
A systematic study of the doctrine of sanctification, good works, perseverance, and assurance. Stresses the necessity of holiness and good works, the certainty of the believer's perseverance, and the nature of gospel assurance.

UNIT NINE: CHURCH
A comprehensive overview of the nature, identity, origin, institution, authority, government, mission, ordinances, and destiny of the Christian church.

UNIT TEN: PASTORAL OFFICE & WORK
A systematic and practical study of the office and work of a Christian pastor. Includes a consideration of the call to the ministry, the nature of the pastoral office, and the primary elements of pastoral ministry.

UNIT ELEVEN: ETHICS
Includes a survey and evaluation of ethical systems, as well as an analysis of several key ethical issues in our day, including a defense of the Decalogue as an abiding standard of ethics, the doctrine of the Lord’s Day, and the role of women in the church.

UNIT TWELVE: LAST THINGS
A systematic study of the doctrine of last things, including a survey of the historical development of eschatology in the church. The topics of the intermediate state, the Second Coming of Christ, the millennium, the resurrection and the eternal state are addressed.