RIVERVIEW BAPTIST
SCHOOL OF THE BIBLE
HANDBOOK
219 Big Stony
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Riverview Baptist
School of the Bible exists to provide curriculum, environment, and learning
experience at the postsecondary level. This is accomplished through the
development of Bible knowledge, ministry skills, and the preparation of
individuals spiritually, practically, and academically for professional and lay
ministry at home and abroad. This purpose is achieved through the RBSB method
of on-campus classroom instruction. This methodology provides virtually
instantaneous educational opportunities for those desiring it.
OBJECTIVES:
In
order to fulfill the purposes of
1. SPIRITUAL OBJECTIVES
Students
of RBSB have the opportunity to develop spiritually as they are challenged
through the Mentoring process. The
course work which is designed to train them in spiritual areas, including
studies on spiritual life, gifts, and character, and to provide opportunity to
develop submission to God’s Word.
a.
b.
2. PRACTICAL OBJECTIVES:
Students
of RBSB have the opportunity to develop in areas of practical ministry by
involvement in church ministry while students of RBSB. These areas of Practical Ministry are
especially important in the opportunities to:
a. Develop
habits of prayer, Bible study, witnessing, and worship
b. Develop
scriptural relationships with God, self, spouse, family, church, work, and the
community
3. ACADEMIC OBJECTIVES
RBSB
students have the opportunity to develop in academics through the course
assignments. These assignments include researching tasks, reading, internet
searches, the writing of Term Papers and development of Projects (for some
courses). The RBSB faculty provides one on one guidance and critique in order
to provide the following opportunities:
a. To
learn and think critically from a Biblical perspective and maintain
intellectual and spiritual integrity in all areas of study and research
b.
To be
equipped with both a knowledge of Biblical content and the skills to expound
upon that knowledge by properly interpreting and applying Scripture according
to the sound hermeneutical principles
c.
To be
provided with the intellectual tools necessary to integrate all fields of study
with Biblical truth, realizing that God is the ultimate and ONLY source of all
truth
d.
To be
able to meet contemporary challenges to historic, Biblical Christianity with a
working knowledge of Christian theology and apologetics
These
objectives are designed to train people for ministry as God calls. They further
provide a foundation for service for pastors, preachers, evangelists, teachers,
missionaries, counselors, and lay workers.
RBSB
staff and faculty are experienced in ministry and educational endeavors. They
each have degrees which have prepared them to labor in this field of Christian
education.
The philosophy of education at Riverview Baptist School of the Bible is based upon the premise that God is the source of all truth, that the Holy Spirit is the leader and guide of all truth; that man, as created in the image of God, may gain knowledge and understanding of spiritual and physical realities through the pursuit of truth, Further, God has revealed Himself in general revelation through the physical, created world, and in special revelation through the Person of Jesus Christ, the Living Word of God, and the Written Word of God, the Bible.
DOCTRINAL STATEMENT
All members of the faculty and administration, as well as
the curricular and other programs of
1. THE BIBLE
The divine plenary inspiration of the canonical books of the
Old and New Testaments as originally given are infallible, authoritative,
relevant, and free from error in all matters with which the scriptures deal.
2. SPECIAL
CREATION
Through divine command, God brought the world and the universe with all its systems and kinds of living organisms into existence.
3. HISTORICITY
The historical and biblical record includes creation of
spirit beings and man, Adam and Eve’s literal fall, the resultant sin and curse
entering the world, and the diverse nations evolving from language difficulties
at the
4. THE TRINITY
The trinity is the triune Godhead existing as One, yet in
three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit and the Son share
the same nature with the Father, who is eternal, transcendent, and sovereign,
yet personal, immanent, loving, and faithful.
5. THE
FATHER
God the
Father, the first person of the Holy Trinity, is eternal, Creator of all
things, unchangeable in all His attributes and sovereign Lord of the
universe. He is worthy of praise,
adoration, and obedience.
6. THE SON
Jesus Christ is fully God and was fully man, becoming one
sinless, perfect, divine-human person through incarnation, miraculous
conception, and virgin birth.
7. THE HOLY
SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Godhead
who convicts, regenerates, baptizes, indwells, seals, guides and empowers every
believer at the point of salvation. The
Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts and fills those persons who yield to Him and
enables them to bear much fruit. Sign
gifts were temporary and given to the early church for use until completion of
the canon.
8. REDEMPTION
The
substitutionary, literal, physical death of Jesus Christ on the cross for the
sins of the world brought hope to the believer by His burial, resurrection and
ascension into heaven. As He lives, so
shall we also live.
9. SALVATION
Salvation from sin comes from God by grace and is received
by personal faith in the reconciling death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
10. SATAN
Satan, called the devil or Lucifer, is a malignant being who
is a deceiver, liar, tempter, and destroyer.
Eternal punishment and torment will be not only for him, but also for
all persons who reject Jesus Christ as Savior.
11. LAST THINGS
The imminent rapture of the church is when Christians meet Christ in the air. The personal, bodily return of the Lord Jesus Christ to the earth to judge, to purge sin and to establish His kingdom will conjugate all His purposes in the works of creation, redemption, rewards, and punishments.
12. THE CHURCH
The Church is a fellowship of believers both local and
universal. It is united by the Holy
Spirit into one redeemed Body of Christ and identified as the possession of
Christ. As the Bride of Christ, the
Church is to build the local church by strengthening the saints and winning the
lost through evangelism.
For more detailed doctrinal
statement, contact the Academic Dean.
RBSB
expects all students, administrators, faculty, and staff to read, STUDY, and
understand the following Code of Conduct.
Each of these is based on Scripture.
RBSB
believes that in this time of changing and controversial worldly philosophies,
there is a huge imperative to encourage all of its constituents to walk in an
ethical and moral lifestyle which is consistent with the Written Word, the
Bible. Toward this end RBSB has
established this Code of Conduct. It is
not comprehensive. Rather, it is
indicative of the lifestyle and conduct we expect of all persons associated
with RBSB, inclusive of Board Members, Faculty, Staff, Students, and others who
participate in the RBSB programs.
Neither
situational ethics nor self-gratification should EVER determine the actions,
words, philosophy, or lifestyle of any individual. We believe the righteous standards of the
Bible are the only basis for a successful and worthy life while on this planet
in this existence. Following are the
guidelines we have determined for those associated with the school.
1. To set the Lord as the PREEMINENT
person in our lives
2. To set prayer, meditation, and Bible
study as a mandatory portion of our existence
3. To analyze the motives for a given
action to determine if they are selfish, sinful or out of harmony with the
principles of God’s Word
4. To determine that the methods of a
person are honest, ethical, honorable, and fair
5. To ensure that results are uplifting,
wholesome, and good
The
totality of the RBSB “Essence” embodied in this Code of Conduct are found in
the words of Jesus, where He says, ”Love the Lord your God with all your heart
... and love your neighbor as yourself.” This type of lifestyle creates a
strengthened character, confidence borne of the Lord and not of ones own self,
a more moral society, and help to build and strengthen the
Violations
of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action. All forms of hazing, disorderly conduct,
cheating, stealing, lying, the homosexual and lesbian lifestyles, etc, are
unacceptable. Each and all are
considered violations of the Code. Those
who are named for infractions will first appear before the Vice President for
Administration. If disciplinary action
is warranted, the violator will then appear before the Disciplinary
Committee. Remedial action may include
counseling sessions, service work, loss of privilege, disciplinary action, or
even probation or dismissal from the school.
The
Board of Directors and the Administration reserve the right to amend or add to
any new regulations such as is necessary to safeguard the mission and purpose
of this institution.
QUALITY OF
WORK IN A COURSE IS INDICATED AS FOLLOWS:
"A" indicates the highest grade of
work and is reserved for outstanding achievement (93%-100%).
"B"
indicates superior work done in a sustained and intelligent manner (85%-92%).
"C"
is given for work which meets the minimum required standards for the class
(77%-84%).
“D"
indicates work which is deficient in one or more significant aspects, and is
the lowest
passing grade (70%-76%).
"F"
indicates failure (70% or less).
Grade points are assigned as
follows:
Grade Grade Points
A 93-100%
4
B 85-92% 3
C 84-77% 2
D 70-76% 1
F 69%
or less 0
W Withdraw
Grade point averages are determined by
dividing quality points by credit hours.
Graduation
honors are awarded to any student who completes any Academic Degree
requirements with the following Grade Point Averages:
3.3 Cum
Laude
3.6
Magna
Cum Laude
3.85
Suma Cum Laude
August 26th
Registration -
Classes will
meet on Thursday Nights for two sessions:
1st
Session Gospel of John
2nd Session The Christian Life
Teacher
Dr. Jim Parker
TEXTBOOKS:
Required textbooks are available through the school. However, students may purchase their own
texts from their local Christian bookseller or online publishers. With the
accessibility of the INTERNET, students may purchase texts from several
Christian booksellers via the Internet. RBSB recommends that you contact one of
the following book publishers. Each has
a tremendous “library” of both new and used books.
Baker Books
at www.bakerbooks.com
Kregel Publishers at www.kregel.com
Zondervan Publishers at www.zondervan.com
Amazon Books at www.amazon.com
Reedman Publishers at www.eerdman.com
Barnes and Noble Booksellers at www.barnesandnoble.com
Bohleys Books at www.bohleysbooks.com
Scripture Truth Book Co. at www.scripturetruth.com
LIBRARIES:
For additional information, please check with your
professor.
TERM PAPER GUIDELINES
The writing of a Term Paper for
Depending upon which level of study
in which you are involved, your Term Paper must be 10 double spaced pages in
length. It must also have a Title Page, Table of Contents, use either Endnotes
or Footnotes, and have a Bibliography. The number of outside sources in your
Bibliography depends upon your level of study.
The RBSB Research Manual is the KEY
to composing your Term Paper. You received the Manual when you enrolled with
RBSB. Information not found here will be
found in the RBSB Research Manual.
LENGTH
Undergraduate students must normally prepare papers of not
less than ten pages.
The
minimum number of written pages does not include the Title Page, Dedication
Page (if used), Table of Contents, Endnotes, or Bibliography. In addition, if
you quote scripture and write them out, they also do not count toward the
number of pages written/required.
MARGINS
Margins of 1” on top, bottom, and sides are required.
FONT
The
preferred font is Times Roman 12 point. You may also use Arial 12 point. Under
no circumstances may larger fonts be used EXCEPT in headers, section breaks,
etc.
BIBLIOGRAPHICAL SOURCES (Please
see examples at the end of the Guide.)
Undergraduate students must cite at
least five outside sources.
LAYOUT AND DESIGN OF YOUR TERM
PAPER
1.
Title Page
2.
Dedication
Page (if used)
3.
Table of
Contents
4.
Body of Work
5.
Conclusion
6.
Appendices (if
any are used)
7.
Endnotes (if
used)
8.
Bibliography
SAMPLE TITLE PAGE
(Scroll down 10 spaces from the top of the page)
THIS IS A SAMPLE TITLE PAGE
5 spaces
A Term Paper
(2 spaces)
Presented to
(2 spaces)
The Name of Your Professor
(2 spaces)
(2 spaces)
(3 spaces)
In Partial Fulfillment
(2 spaces)
Of The Requirements For
(2 spaces)
Course Title and Number (USE CAPITAL LETTERS HERE)
(3 spaces)
By
(2 spaces)
John Q. Student
(2 spaces)
Date on which the work was submitted to the Professor
(SEE NEXT PAGE FOR SAMPLE)
JESUS, THE ROOT OF ALL BELIEF
(ALWAYS
CAPITALIZE THE TITLE OF YOUR TERM PAPER)
A Term Paper
Presented To
[RBSB Professor]
In Partial Fulfillment
Of The Requirements For
TH 111 SURVEY OF BIBLE DOCTRINE
(CAPITALIZE
THE COURSE FOR WHICH
THE TERM PAPER
WAS PREPARED)
By
John Q. Student
One of the reasons why it was important to document the
sources of your notes for your research paper is that many if not most of them
are going to reappear in your finished product.
First of all, it is necessary to determine what information you need to
document. Facts that are generally known
do not need to be documented, such as the dates of the Second World War, the
distances between the earth, moon, and sun, and the birthplace of a
president. "Facts that are
generally known" does not mean that you should be expected to know all of
them without looking them up. They are
merely widely available in general reference sources.
What you do need to document is material that reflects
opinions and theories rather than commonly accepted facts. Information that
appears to be factual should be documented if it rests on opinion, like fossil
dating or satellite flight photographs.
Any statistics or information from behavioral scientists should be
documented. The methods that they use to
collect their data have not always been valid, and their interpretations have
often been used to justify racism and sexism.
Facts that are probably true but that may be known only to a
small number of scholars or investigators should be documented. Especially if they represent findings from
experiments that involved only a small sampling of subjects, they may or may
not be true.
There are several standard formats for preparing research
papers and bibliographies. The three
most widely used formats are the American Psychological Association (APA), the
Modern Language Association (MLA), and the