Apologetics

The study of the tenants of the defense and proofs of the Christian faith from a practical perspective. Other areas examined are the authority of the Scriptures, existence of God, miracles, the incarnation, and the various philosophy and methodology in the Scriptures.

Degree Information

Guarded Heart’s four year degree program is designed for Christian adults of any age and background who desire to serve in the local church at any level. All graduates of each degree program will:

• Know the Bible thoroughly.
• Interpret the Bible with sound exegesis.
• Understand the major doctrines of the Bible.
• Evangelize and disciple others at home and around the world.
• Counsel themselves and others from the Bible alone.
• Teach and preach for life-change.
• Think critically, according to a Biblical world view.
• Read, write, speak, and research with basic, college-level competencies.
• Recognize God’s unfolding plan of redemption in Church and world history.

Days & Times Of Classes

Classes for this program are offered during the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms for both Undergraduate and Graduate students.

Classes typically meet weekly through each term on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm and 8:10 pm to 9:40 pm. 

Please refer to the Academic Calendar for exceptions related to the observance of holidays.

Academic Requirements

All degrees are earned through students meeting the expected course requirements.  The trimester hours required to earn our degrees may be earned through a combination of studies offered at GHBC and the credit we allow for our religious training and religious life work experience.

the Holy Bible on a pedistal at church

Academic Calendar

  • Enrollment/Registration: June 2nd-June 27th
  • Term: July 17th-August 7th
  • Classes Begin: July 17th
  • School Office Closings (Holiday Observation): July 4th
  • Enrollment/Registration: July 21st-August 11th
  • Late Registration: August 11th-August 15th
  • Term: August 19th-November 21st
  • Classes Begin: August 19th & August 21st
  • Last Day to Add/Drop a Class: September 5th
  • Last Day to Withdraw with “VWD”: September 12th
  • School Office Closings (Holiday Observation): September 1st & November 27th-28th
  • Enrollment/Registration: November 3rd-November 28th
  • Late Registration: December 8th-December 12th
  • Term: December 2nd-March 19th, 2026
  • Classes Begin: December 2nd & December 4th
  • Last Day to Add/Drop a Class: December 19th
  • Last Day to Withdraw with “VWD”: December 26th
  • School Office Closings (Holiday Observation): December 22, 2025-January 2, 2026
  • Enrollment/Registration: March 2nd-March 20th
  • Late Registration: March 23rd-March 27th
  • Term: March 31st-July 2nd
  • Classes Begin: March 31st & April 2nd
  • Last Day to Add/Drop a Class: April 10th
  • Last Day to Withdraw with “VWD”: April 17th
  • School Office Closings (Holiday Observation): May 25th & July 3rd
  • Enrollment/Registration: June 15th-July 3rd
  • Term: July 16th-August 6th
  • Classes Begin: July 16th
  • School Office Closings (Holiday Observation): July 3rd