There are multiple resources available for all students which are open at all times.  Staff and students have access to all of these by self-enrollment. The Resource Category has many valuable items.  The self-enrollment resources include video tutorials on using Moodle.  Video training includes using Word, Open Office, and Google Docs.  A Sample Course is open to self-enrollment for those needing to practice uploading documents.  The Special Information and Announcements course contains the staff contact and a practice quiz.  Investigate the resources available to you.  They will be beneficial. Instructions for using Moodle are located in the Resource section at https://sffwbc.org/moodle39/mod/resource/view.php?id=372

Registration for Spring 2026 will be held Thursday, January 8, from 3:00 - 8:00 pm.


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    Old Testament Survey I is one of the required courses in the Associate of Theology Degree Program. It covers the first half of the study of the Old Testament, Genesis through Esther. In clear and concise language, What the Bible is All About, Bible Handbook gives an excellent overview and understanding of every book covered in the course.

    TEXTBOOKS: WHAT THE BIBLE IS ALL ABOUT, Bible Handbook, Author: Dr. Henrietta C. Mears  

       HOLY BIBLE, KJV.

    In addition to completing the online homework quizzes, students must write summaries of three of the books covered in the semester. Students must also learn part one of the Old Testament books (Genesis – Esther) in order, with the correct spelling.

    In a world where multiple "truths" abound, Christians need to be on their guard to avoid being deceived by other ways of looking at the world that directly oppose Christ and His Word. To be prepared, they must be well informed of these other worldviews and how they differ from Christianity.

    In this study, Dr. Eckman analyzes the main world religions, cults, and philosophical systems as worldviews. He asserts that genuine, biblical Christianity is the only worldview that answers every question relating to spirituality, morality, and the meaning of life.

    The Five Crowns Series is a study of the teachings found in the New Testament concerning this subject.  It was part of a broader study entitled The Kingdom of God Series.  The Five Crowns are a standalone study created to enrich the study of Christians' rewards at the coming of Christ.  

    Building our lives on God's promises. This book is about how to overcome difficult circumstances by keeping your focus on the hope found in the promises of Scripture.

    This course is for those doing ministry as their Independent Study.

    While teaching to the learning outcomes expected in the Common Qualifications established by the Board-Certified Chaplain Institute (BCCI), our learning outcomes also teach the five evangelical distinctives required by the National Association of Evangelicals Chaplain Commission - a Christian Board Certifying Agency.

    This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.

    Each unit consists of the unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.

    This is an introductory chaplaincy course offered through Christian Chaplains and Coaching. The instructors of this course are Board Certified chaplains. Completion of the introductory chaplaincy course can lead to ordination as a chaplain. Although many of you fill the offices of pastor, assistant pastor, deacon, evangelist, or teacher, the instructions given for chaplains will fit good primary
    ministerial education in pastoral care. Care for people is the responsibility of ministers of
    every level, from pastors to lay ministers throughout the church.

    Ordination as a chaplain will provide many opportunities for ministry in a wide range of areas, including hospitals, nursing homes, hospice centers, and others.

    The History of Bible Preservation Part 1 is an overview of How we got the Bible and the preservation of the Scriptures.

    Textbook: HOW WE GOT THE BIBLE. Author: Neil Lightfoot

    Required Writing: Psalm Manuscript

    Text Book: HOW WE GOT THE BIBLE. Author: Neil Lightfoot (3rd Edition)

    • How old are the earliest Biblical manuscripts? 
    • How has the Bible been preserved and transmitted to us? 
    • Why do we have so many different translations of the Bible? 
    • How did early Christians decide which writings to include in the Bible?

     How we got the Bible provides well researched, accessible answers to many questions like these.

    This course covers the second half of the text book.

    Required Writing: Isaiah Manuscript

    This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.

    Each unit consists of unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.

    This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.

    Each unit consists of unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.

    This course is designed to assist in and encourage the study of the Holy Scriptures. This course is not designed or intended to indoctrinate in the beliefs of any denomination or group but rather to direct the student to the Bible as their only source for doctrine.

    Each unit consists of the unit and lesson introductions, teacher outline, reading assignments and exams for each lesson. Questions in each lesson come from the information contained in the unit and lesson introductions and from the assigned reading. This course operates through the offerings of our students and supporters.

    Students receive introductory information to New Testament Greek.

    Learn the Greek Alphabet

    Learn Vowels and Diphthongs

    Learn Greek Verbs

    Learn Greek Nouns

    Resource helps for the student body and the staff. Online Bible, writing assignment helps, scanning app and other useful apps for phones and tablets as well as computers can be found here.

    The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.  

    This course is for practice only; it is to help if you have problems, particularly uploading.  There are documents to download, areas to upload documents, and sample quizzes. 

    The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.  

    This course contains videos specific to SGTS as well as general-purpose videos. 

    This course contains YouTube videos helpful in using Moodle, Grammarly as well as help for writing assignments. There are videos for using Google Docs, Open Office, and one for Word. For anyone needing help creating and formatting documents, these videos will be beneficial.

    The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.  For it show up on the dashboard self-enrollment will be necessary.

    This course will consist of devotionals written by Dr. James Maynor.  They are for encouragement and are meant to be a blessing to the readers.  

    The course is open to access by all SGTS students and staff.  

    At Southwest Georgia Theological Seminary, we are concerned about the spiritual condition of every man. Leading men, women, and children to a more meaningful and deeper relationship with Jesus Christ is the foundation of all our goals. Isaiah 53: 5 states, "He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed". Walking on a road that leads to quality spirituality for ourselves first and then for others is at the heart of all we are trying to accomplish.   Spiritual health is as real and necessary as physical health and mental health. Spiritual health involves our soul, our emotions, and our thinking. We often view our healthy spirituality on our cultural and ethnic backgrounds and our faith practices. The journey to go deeper within is what I believe is the heart of true spirituality, confession, and communion with God. Care for our spiritual health is tied to everything we are as human beings. We are connected within ourselves; all we are is bound together, including our spiritual health and well-being. God often asked questions of his people. His first question to man was, Adam, where are you? Not that God didn't know exactly where he was and why he was hiding. God wanted Adam to look within himself, to go deeper. In the Bible, God posed questions to mankind to deepen their understanding of who He is, who they were, and where they were spiritually. As Christians, we look to our faith and God's love to help ourselves and others.

    Life is often difficult and filled with pain and grief. Even ministers can find themselves in spiritual distress. As leaders, we shy away from reaching out to talk to others, afraid of being judged, betrayed, and embarrassed. However, we all need a listening ear occasionally and a compassionate heart to reach back to us in love.   With this thought in mind, we are establishing a ministry of presence at SGTS. It is called Southwest Georgia Theological Seminary Chaplaincy Center for Spiritual Care and is available with guest accessAll information will be private and confidential. Make an appointment today with one of our chaplains. Reach out and take advantage of this new opportunity. Let's see what God will do.

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Karen Carr