The Bible and Apologetics Double Major includes all of the normal courses in Bible & Theology and General Education. The double major includes 24 hours in Christian Apologetics, eight 3-hour courses with an emphasis on reading and writing. In theory, the student can take one Apologetics course in each of his/her eight terms at JBC.

The courses include a serious examination of how Christian apologists respond to historical and archaeological studies, modern science, secular trends in Western culture, and non-Christian religions.

Apologetics I: Survey of apologetic approaches and writers from the Early Church, Middle Ages, Reformation Era, and Modern Period. Independent study with Dr. Mattingly.

Apologetics II: Study of Colin Brown's volumes on Christianity and Western culture, with an emphasis on philosophical issues. Independent study with Dr. Mattingly or another professor.

Apologetics III: Examination of the issues that relate to the Bible's origin, transmission, and its trustworthiness. Independent study with Dr. Mattingly or another professor.

Apologetics IV: Existing course on Dynamic Religious Movements, which is taught by Dr. Mattingly. Prerequisite to World Religions II (Judaism & Islam). Currently taught by Dr. Mattingly.

Apologetics V: Existing course in Science & the Bible or Archaeology & the Bible. Prerequisite to Science & the Bible II or Archaeology & the Bible II. Currently taught by Dr. Mattingly.

Apologetics VI: Advanced course in Science, Archaeology, or World Religions. Independent study with Dr. Mattingly.

Apologetics VII: In-depth study of selected works by a modern Christian apologist. Independent study with Dr. Mattingly or another professor.

Apologetics VIII: Study of campus ministry or youth ministry – and issues related to Christian Apologetics. A supervised internship will also fulfill this requirement. Taught by a campus minister, another professor, or Dr. Mattingly.