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. 

CLASSES

​Spring A
ZMTI 123 Parables of Jesus
​Mondays at 6 pm, January 24-March 14
Instructor: Dr. Larry Gipson

Class Description: Jesus Christ was a master storyteller and often taught in parables. A parable is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning and Jesus would often use this type of communication when speaking to the crowds. This course will take careful examination on each of the parables found in the Gospels and teach students how to apply the heavenly meanings to increase their intimacy with God. NOTE: This location will offer WebEx as an option for attending classes.

​​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.
Spring B
​ZMTI 124 The Life and Ministry of Jesus
Mondays at 6 pm, March 28-May 16
Instructor: Dr. Larry Gipson
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Class Description:  Rarely do we find a comprehensive study on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Sometimes the task seems too daunting. This course is designed to give students a survey of the life of Jesus using a harmonious approach with the Gospel narratives. From his pre-incarnate ministry to his ascension this survey will examine the various highlights of his life and ministry for students to better understand our commitment to him through our Christian witness. NOTE: This location will offer Zoom as an option for attending classes.

​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.