History/Geography Courses -Distance/Correspondence Courses ordered from this page are non-resident, non-online courses completed solely via correspondence. Each course shipment includes 12 lecture DVD's, lecture notes, course instructions, and a research log. Go to the Online Campus if you wish to study online, or contact us to attend resident classes.

HG123 Bible and the West Bank - 3 credits Explores the history of the current Arab-Israeli conflict and the biblical perspectives concerning this small but significant and hotly-contested strip of land along the Jordan River east of Jerusalem. Instructor: Moseley

HG133 Canon of Scripture - 3 credits An historical examination of how the present-day Bible was compiled, and the people and events connected with this centuries-long process. Instructor: Moseley

HG153 Geography - 3 credits A study of the geology, geography, history and biblical significance of the terrain of the Holy Land. Instructor: Moseley

HG163 His-Story of the Church I - 3 credits Traces the origins and development of the Christian Church, from the time of Jesus through the Reformation. Instructor: Moseley

HG173 His-Story of the Church II - 3 credits Continuation of Part I, with study of Roman traditions and the major Gnostic groups. Instructor: Moseley

HG203 His-Story of the Church III - 3 credits Continuation of Part II, with focus on the individuals who were most responsible for leadership and formation of church theology after it left its Jewish roots. Instructor: Moseley

HG213 History of Jerusalem - 3 credits From the earliest known records to the modern state of Israel, an overview of history-shaping events involving one of the oldest and most important cities in the world. Instructor: Moseley

HG303 The Sabbath/Sunday Controversy - 3 credits Designed to answer questions that have been plaguing Christians since before the Middle Ages such as: Is “Sabbath” the same as “Sunday?” Can we keep “Sabbath” on whatever day we want, as long as we take a “day of rest?” When and why did worship on Sunday begin? This course re-examines several of the New Testament texts commonly used by most Christians today to negate the necessity for keeping the Sabbath. Instructor: Moseley

HG193 Tour of Twelve Cities - 3 credits An illustrated guide to the historical, cultural, archaeological and scriptural significance of such cities as Tiberius, Pella, Hebron and Gamla. Instructor: Moseley

HG233 World History - 3 credits A review of whom many scholars consider to be the most significant individuals in the history of the ancient world, from the first pharaoh to Thomas Aquinas. Instructor: Moseley HG553 Josephus I - 3 credits A study of the life and times of this eminent Jewish historian and his contribution to our understanding of the first-century Church, as well as the Mediterranean world at large. Instructor: Moseley HG743 Josephus II - 3 credits A research course designed as an investigation of Josephus’ historical accounts of people, institution and events that illuminate scripture. Instructor: Moseley