Courses Offered Online
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Want to know when the course you're interested will be available? PBC is rolling out at least five new courses every semester. Review the COURSE SCHEDULE. Courses are usually offered once a year in either the Fall or Spring Semesters. Once a class has been offered online it will continue to be offered in the same semester every year after.
FALL SEMESTER COURSES
Basic Doctrine (Th103)
Ken Malmin – 5 credits
It is virtually impossible to experience a meaningful and thriving Christian life without understanding at least some of the fundamental beliefs of the faith. This course will help the believer better understand not only the what the Christian faith believes, but why. As a result, your knowledge of God and His ways will be significantly enlarged.
Basic Doctrine is a challenging five-credit course that will require a combined ten to fifteen hours of online instruction and independent study and assignment work each week. While unquestionably demanding, the rewards that you will enjoy as a result of taking this course will last a lifetime. Over the years, Basic Doctrine has proven to be one of PBC’s most popular classes and the one student’s most frequently say impacted their life more than any other course.
This five-credit class provides a concise and systematic understanding of the importance of those beliefs. This class addresses many of the most essential truths including: who can know God, how was the Bible written, what is the purpose of man, why did God create angels and demons, who is Jesus, what was the purpose of His death, burial and resurrection, why was the
virgin birth necessary and what does the Bible say about heaven and hell.
Basic Doctrine Course Outline
- Lectures 1-3 Intro to Doctrine
- Lectures 4-5 Doctrine of Revelation
- Lectures 6-8 Doctrine of Inspiration
- Lectures 9-14 Doctrine of God
- Lectures 15-16 Doctrine of Holy Spirit
- Lectures 17-19 Doctrine of Angels
- Lectures 20-27 Doctrine of Satan
- Lectures 28-30 Doctrine of Man
- Lectures 31-34 Doctrine of Sin
- Lectures 35-40 Doctrine of Christ
- Lectures 41-42 Necessity & Nature of the Atonement
- Lectures 43-48 Work of the Atonement
- Lectures 49-51 Provision of the Atonement
- Lectures 52-58 Application of the Atonement
- Lectures 59-64 Benefits of the Atonement
- Lectures 65-66 Doctrine of Eternal States
Passions & Values - Part I (Pt101)
by Frank Damazio (with
Travis Arnold) – 1 credit
Passions & Values is a unique inspirational class experience that is the result of a series of intimate lectures that Pastor Frank Damazio, Senior Pastor of City Bible Church and President of Portland Bible College, presents on a weekly basis to the church staff and entire PBC student body.
These lectures were intended as a means for Pastor Damazio to impart the underlying passions and values that should be guiding each of our individual and ministry lives. This course will help any student identify the core passions and values that motivate their lives and gain a deeper and broader understanding of them.
Part I Course Outline
- Lecture 1 Purpose of Passion and Values
- Lecture 2 Power of Passions
- Lecture 3 Spiritual Life Passion
- Lecture 4-6 Power of Values
- Lecture 7 Word of God Value
- Lecture 8 Enduring Relationship Value
- Lecture 9-11 Passion for God's Presence
- Lecture 12-14 Passion for the Mantle
Presented in a series of four, one-credit courses, this is the first set of Passions and Values that will inspire and challenge any Christian who is serious about their faith and living an impacting Christian life.
Old Testament Survey (Bi103)
Lanny Hubbard– 2 credits
More than sixty percent of the Bible is contained in the Old Testament. Yet the material in it seems so different from the life we live today that it’s sometimes difficult to see the merit of studying it. This two-credit course will bring these ancient texts to life by exploring each of the 39 Old Testament books in light of their historical context, the circumstances surrounding their writing, their author, data and the primary messages contained within them. The truth is, without a basic knowledge and understanding of the events, people, laws and religious practices in the Old Testament, it is impossible to fully understand and appreciate many of the
concepts, principles and doctrines expressed in the New Testament.
Old Testament Survey Course Outline
- Lectures 1-6 Pentateuch
- Lectures 7-14 History Books
- Lectures 15-18 Poetry Books
- Lectures 19-22 Major Prophets
- Lectures 23-27 Minor Prophets
This course is valuable for both new and mature believers, including Christian leaders. It has application for doctrine, counseling, better understanding of the New Testament or for personal
devotions.
Download the Course Syllabus for OT Survey (Note: This may not be the most current version; PBC reserves the right to change this at any time)
Intro to Counseling (Psy201)
Mark Daniels – 2 credits
Most every person from time to time looks to their pastor or another trusted Christian leader for some manner of counseling. Most mature Christians, especially those in some position of leadership, understand the principles of successful Christian living and decision making, but they don’t always have the confidence or fundamental training to impart those principles to others in ways that they can practically apply.
Introduction to Counseling helps bridge this gap through an approach that focuses more on relationship rather than the more common formal interviews process. In this class, students will gain the understanding that Counseling is primarily about helping people apply the truth of scripture and the healing power of the cross to their lives.
The course will explain what counseling is, what the Bible says about counseling, how that compares to secular counseling, and equip you to perform Common Care counseling. Much of the course will challenge your notion of what counseling really means and who can provide it. It's created in a way that any Christian can grow in their ability to help others in their walk with Christ.
Intro to Counseling Course Outline
- Lectures 1-3 Ministry Philosophy
- Lectures 4-6 Biblical Basis for Counseling
- Lectures 7-8 Secular Counseling
- Lectures 9-15 Common Care Counseling
- Lectures 16 Importance of Prayer
Leading People (Pa313)
Ken Malmin – 2 credits
Ken Malmin, brings to this course more than 35 years of leadership experience, including serving as Dean of Portland Bible College. Operating from the understanding that great leaders don’t happen by accident, Ken presents essential leadership principles that have helped shape his life in ways that can be practically applied. This course draws its inspiration from the biblical philosophy of leadership and learning from the life stories of great leaders in the Bible. This course will help students answers the primary question every leader must address, like how do I determine my leadership calling, how important is preparation to effective leadership, since the essence of leadership is influence, how do I gain influence in people’s lives and how do I become the kind of leader Jesus is?
Leading People Course Outline
- Lectures 1-4 Biblical Leadership
- Lectures 5-7 The Call of a Leader
- Lectures 8-10 The Preparation of a Leader
- Lectures 11 The Heart of a Leader
- Lectures 12-21 The Influence of a Leader
- Lectures 22-27 Avoiding Pitfalls
- Lectures 28 Conclusion
The principles of how Jesus leads found in this course are applicable to anyone aspiring to Leadership. Whether you are leading a whole church, a department in the church or a small group Leading People will increase your effectiveness. This class is equally beneficial for those who desiring to lead in a market place setting, in business or in public life.
Vision Leadership Course
by Frank Damazio - 2 credits
Perhaps more than any other topic, Frank Damazio is regarded for his knowledge, teaching and example as a Christian leader. In this course, he summarizes his more than 30 years as a proven Christian leader and imparts many of the principles and insights that have helped lead to his success. Thanks to Frank Damazio’s transparent communication style, class participants not only benefit from the outstanding course material, but also gain added insight as they receive glimpses into the heart of the Christendom’s excellent leaders.
The course material focuses on a leader’s need to understand, develop, maintain and impart vision. This course also includes a series of personal thoughts on Vision Leadership from leaders around the world. World renowned leaders like Dr. Paul Yonggi Cho of South Korea and Pastor Brian Houston from Hillsong Church in Australia, specifically address students in Pastor Frank's Damazio's
Vision Leadership Topics
- The Biblical Source of Vision
- The Scope of Vision
- The Ingredients that Shape Vision
- Developing Personal Vision
- Developing Church Vision
- Making Great Churches
- The Core Values of Vision
- Discerning Vision Destroyers
- The Power of Vision Momentum
Principles imparted in Vision Leadership is critical knowledge, whether you aspire to lead a family, ministry, missions work, the marketplace, in government or pastoring a local church.
Other Courses Available
- Bible Research - Lanny Hubbard/Travis Arnold
- Life of Christ - Glenda Malmin
- Worship in the Bible - Lanny Hubbard/Jeremy Keopke
- Personal Evangelism - Marc Estes
- Romans - Lanny Hubbard
SPRING SEMESTER COURSES
Building Leaders & Teams (Pa 416)
Ken Malmin – 2 credits
There is no shortage of worthwhile leadership material for the aspiring leader to glean from. But the best leaders are those who can identify and cultivate the leadership potential in others and from this foundation, build effective, functioning teams. That is what makes this course so unique. It acknowledges the fact that the most effective churches, ministries and businesses are built not solely on the strength of one great leader, but the contribution of a team of leaders who themselves lead teams. Building Leaders and Teams focuses on the dynamics of raising up quality leaders. The course discusses in practical detail the art of choosing leaders, strategies for leadership development and offers a variety of effective methods for training and equipping leaders. The course then progresses to the vital topic of team leadership and the dynamics that make a team effective. Students will learn proven techniques required to form teams and raise up team leaders.
Building Leaders & Teams Topics
- Strategies in Building Leaders
- Families of Leaders
- Building Character in Leaders
- Philosophy of Team Ministry
- Team Dynamics
- Mentorship Relationships
- Developing Support Ministries
This course is equally beneficial for those who desire to lead in ministry, business or public life. Whether you lead a single team or multiple teams, Building Leaders and Teams will not only provide you with the scriptural context of team leadership and mentorship, but will inspire you to lead through teams.
Covenants (Th204)
Lanny Hubbard - 3 credits
For many students of the Bible, it is not until they gain an solid understanding of the nine covenants that God made with man that they really comprehend the scope of the scriptures. PBC’s Covenants class offers a meaningful examination of each covenant in their historical sequence. The covenants offer the primary framework and expression of the relationship between God and mankind throughout the Bible. They determined much of what was considered moral, ethical and religious at different times in history. Viewed together, they are the main overarching structural component of the Bible.
It is the key elements of these covenants that provide the framework for understanding God’s actions, especially in the area of redemption. While each covenant is distinct, they are interrelated like the links of a chain that offer God’s progressive revelation through the entire Bible. Many essential biblical themes come to light only through the understanding of their relationship to these covenants.
Covenants Course Outline
- Lectures 1-7 Introduction
- Lectures 8-10 Edenic
- Lectures 11-12 Adamic
- Lectures 13-14 Noahic
- Lectures 15-18 Abrahamic
- Lectures 19-24 Mosaic
- Lectures 25 Palestinian
- Lectures 26-29 Davidic
- Lectures 30-34 New
- Lectures 35 Everlasting
The covenants are considered by many to be the main interpretive key to unlocking the Bible. This course is considered foundational for anyone whose ministry requires a command of the Bible.
New Testament Survey (Bi104)
Lanny Hubbard - 2 credits
The New Testament introduces an exciting new dynamic into the scripture – the work of Jesus Christ on the cross and the work of the Holy Spirit. This course will help establish for the student seamless connection and continuity between the Old Testament and the New Testament. Equally important this class will provide the student with the historical and cultural backdrop that influenced the writing of each of the New Testament’s 27 books. By grasping the original intent of each book, the audience it was written to, and the unique challenges and events being addressed by the author, the believer can better comprehend and apply the timeless truths the text contains.
The course begins with an overview of the history, political structure, sociological groups, religion, and philosophical mindset of the first century world. The course then proceeds to examine each of the 27 books that comprise the New Testament. This examination will include each book’s historical context, the circumstances surrounding their writing, their author, the date and the main messages being presented.
New Testament Survey Course Outline
- Lectures 1-6 New Testament Culture
- Lectures 7-11 Historical Books
- Lectures 12-21 Pauline Epistles
- Lectures 22-27 Other Epistles
This course is designed to provide much more than an academic overview of the New Testament writings, it is intended to offer the student the tools, perspective and insight which will give the scripture a more transforming power in their individual lives.
Old Testament History (Bi212)
Ken Malmin - 5 Credits
Old Testament History has the reputation among PBC students as one of the best courses offered at the college. Under the instruction of Ken Malmin, the historical journey of the nation Israel and the key characters of that era, literally come to life and provide a deeper understanding into the character of God and principles for successful Christian living.
This course will unravel many mysteries of the Old Testament and open your eyes to the life principles these Old Testament stories reveal. Students will gain insight in interpreting Bible stories, understanding God’s purposes and making current day application of God’s unchanging principles into their daily lives.
The book of Joshua retells the inspiring and incredible winning streak that Israel experienced under Joshua’s leadership. It is an excellent study on how to fulfill our individual destinies and how to move into the purposes and promises of God for our lives. The book of Judges examines the rollercoaster capacity within people to serve God during one season and abandon Him during others. The book of Ruth is about how even in the midst of overwhelming challenges and poor choices, God still demonstrates His great grace. It’s also the book that helps us understand the concept of redemption better than any other in scripture.
Then the class focus on the life and ministry of Samuel, an amazing man who led Israel through a season of significant change and a man for whom no fault is recorded in the Bible narrative. Next is the story of the rise and fall of King Saul. Saul’s life provides insightful lessons into leadership, both positive and negative, that are remarkably relevant for leaders today.
Students will then be led on a meaningful journey through the life of David. David’s courage, leadership, frailty, humility and heart for God always has a shaping impact on course participants.The course concludes with a study of King Solomon and his reign at the height of Israel’s history. This study of people and events more than 3,000 years ago provides many amazing parallels for our lives today.
Old Testament History II Outline
- Lectures 1-6 God’s Purposes in History
- Lectures 7-19 Life of Joshua
- Lectures 20-34 Lives of the 13 Judges
- Lectures 35-36 Life of Ruth
- Lectures1-4 Life of Samuel
- Lectures 5-7 Life of Saul
- Lectures 8-14 Life of Young David
- Lectures 15-24 Life of King David
Ken Malmin has a remarkable gift of drawing the timeless truths contained and demonstrated in the lives of these ancient historical people and making them applicable to life in the 21st Century. This course is foundational for anyone pursuing or active in ministry.
Personal Bible Study (Pt104)
Lanny Hubbard &
Travis Arnold - 2 credits
Personal Bible study is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to uncover biblical truths on their own. Students will learn about the inspiration, origin and translations of scripture. Furthermore, Personal Bible Study will familiarize students with the basic resources and tools useful for conducting informative studies in the Bible while also providing detailed instruction for specific study techniques and procedures. Upon completion students will have developed the basic skills needed to read and understand the Word of God including grasping the original intent of a passage, how to discover and understand the original Hebrew, Aramaic or Greek words used, find key passages, utilize Bible study aids and conduct studies on Bible places, characters and passages.
What is Logos Bible Software? Logos Bible Software is a computer program that Portland Bible College uses for this course. Logos puts a large electronic library of resources at the fingertips of the student. Logos offers a large array of Bible dictionaries, lexicons, handbooks, commentaries in an incredibly searchable format. It’s like having Google for every bible research book. Portland Bible College Students receive a huge discount when purchasing Logs Bible Software.
Personal Bible Study Course Topics
- The Interpretive Journey
- History of the Bible
- Bible Dictionary
- Four Foundational Gaps
- Analysis of the Text
- Searching in Logos
- Original Languages
- Topical Studies
- Place Studies
- Passage Studies
Passions & Values - Part 2 (Pt201)
by Frank Damazio (with
Travis Arnold) – 1 credit
Passions & Values is a unique inspirational class experience that is the result of a series of intimate lectures that Pastor Frank Damazio, Senior Pastor of City Bible Church and President of Portland Bible College, presents on a weekly basis to the church staff and entire PBC student body.
These lectures were intended as a means for Pastor Damazio to impart the underlying passions and values that should be guiding each of our individual and ministry lives. This course will help any student identify the core passions and values that motivate their lives and gain a deeper and broader understanding of them.
Part 2 Course Outline
- Lecture 1 Purpose of Passion and Values
- Lecture 2-3 Passion for Supernatural
- Lecture 4-5 Value of Anointing
- Lecture 6 Passion for God's Voice
- Lecture 7 Passion for Fasting
- Lecture 8-9 Value of Persistent Praying
- Lecture 10 Passion for Whole-Hearted Worshipper
- Lecture 11 Passion for God's Presence
- Lecture 12 Faith Value
- Lecture 13 Fear of the Lord Value
- Lecture 14 Waiting on the Lord Value
Presented in a series of four, one-credit courses, this second set of Passions and Values will inspire and challenge any Christian to passionately pursue and add the devotional disciplines into their personal life.
Other Courses Available
- Personal Discipline - Ken Malmin & Carlos Marin
- Doctrine of the Church - Mark Daniels
- Decision Making - Ken Malmin
- Counseling Techniques - Glenda Malmin