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
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.
2019 Classes
Fall Term A: ZMTI 105 - MINOR PROPHETS
August 19 - October 22, 2019
Class Meets on Monday Nights, 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Larry Gipson
The Minor Prophets are not minor in their importance of their significance. These often overlooked prophetic books hold incredible relevance for our world today. Students will learn more about the authors, their prophecies, and the historicity behind their message.
Fall Term B: ZMTI 106A: BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS 1
October 21 - December 9, 2019
Class Meets on Monday Nights at 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Larry Gipson
Many Christians have not taken time to study the various doctrines of the Bible that are critical to spiritual growth. The first section of Biblical Foundations will engage participants in doctrines such as the Trinity, the Second Coming, the Afterlife, etc. An understanding of these biblical foundations will lead believers to a deeper relationship with God.
Tuition is $50 per class. Students who register without using the online option will be subject to a $10 processing fee per semester.
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
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.
2019 Classes
Fall Term A: ZMTI 105 - MINOR PROPHETS
August 19 - October 22, 2019
Class Meets on Monday Nights, 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Larry Gipson
The Minor Prophets are not minor in their importance of their significance. These often overlooked prophetic books hold incredible relevance for our world today. Students will learn more about the authors, their prophecies, and the historicity behind their message.
Fall Term B: ZMTI 106A: BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS 1
October 21 - December 9, 2019
Class Meets on Monday Nights at 6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Larry Gipson
Many Christians have not taken time to study the various doctrines of the Bible that are critical to spiritual growth. The first section of Biblical Foundations will engage participants in doctrines such as the Trinity, the Second Coming, the Afterlife, etc. An understanding of these biblical foundations will lead believers to a deeper relationship with God.
Tuition is $50 per class. Students who register without using the online option will be subject to a $10 processing fee per semester.