Dayspring Bible Institute
Gain Ever-Increasing Faith & Understanding
'The dawning of a new day in ministry."
~ St. Luke 1:78
Mission
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To have a Christ centered learning environment, that will enhance strength and unity among Christian leaders and churches in the metroplex.
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Vision ​
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To provide an accredited degree program to the spirit filled ministers, leaders, lay persons in the metroplex.
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To aide churches in their efforts to train and qualify men and women who have a call to minister on their lives.
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To anchor leadership in the local church through the elective courses and enhance support for the Pastor and the vision of the local church.
115 Broad Street, Cedar Hill, Texas 75104 | Phone 469 451 8205
Admission Requirements
Applicants entering a Christian degree program must have either:
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Earned a diploma from an accredited high school;
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Passed the General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) test;
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Can document an equivalent education, or;
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Attended college and have already provided proof of high school graduation.
NOTE: Students who do not have proof of high school graduation will be enrolled in a certificate program until such time as they can provide such documentation.
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High school seniors who have not yet graduated from high school may be dually enrolled at LCU while in their senior year. Credits earned will be held in reserve in a Bible institute program until the student graduates from high school. Upon presenting proof of high school graduation, the completed courses will be converted to college credit and any appropriate degrees will be issued.
Undergraduate Degrees and Programs
Diploma
Theology diploma awarded to a student who successfully completes the first-year program for academic credit (30 credits total).
Associate's Degree
Theology associate degree awarded to a student who successfully completes the second-year program for academic credit (60 credits total).
Advanced Diploma
Theology advanced diploma awarded to a student who successfully completes the third-year program for academic credit (90 credits total).
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Christian Education, Christian Counseling, Leadership & Growth, or Music Ministry awarded to a student who successfully completes the fourth-year program for academic credit (120 credits total).
Undergraduate Coursework
Undergraduate coursework is split into four programs made up of ten (10) 3-credit courses totaling 30 credits per program. At Main Campus, each of these programs is completed within a single year. Online students complete them more quickly or slowly since they are working at their own pace.
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Programs #1-3 are standard for all students. In Program #4 (senior year), students have a choice of majors.
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Important!!!
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All undergraduate students are required to complete Program #1 courses either by class instruction or by transfer from an approved institution.
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Students who do not have proof of high school graduation will receive a certificate of completion for each 30-credit program completed. Any such student who can later send proof of high school graduation or equivalency to their student advisor will be upgraded to degree-student status. A Life Christian University diploma/degree and transcript commensurate to the student's academic standing will then be awarded.
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The senior-level degree tracks listed above are those currently available through LCU Online™. The specialized degrees available through attendance at a physical campus location vary from campus to campus, depending upon the faculty available to them. Every LCU extension campus offers the Theology track, regardless of whatever other specialized degrees they are qualified to offer.
Program 1
Program #1 is foundational in nature and required for all students. It is designed to give each student a solid foundation for their own personal life and Christian walk. Program #1 addresses the four areas where Satan tries to keep a believer from being successful in life: faith, health, provision, and character. Program #1 also includes courses on the ministry of Jesus and a survey of the New Testament.
TH-101 — Principles of Faith
TH-102 — Biblical Prosperity
TH-104 — Divine Healing
TH-107 — Christ-Like Character
TH-103 — Ministry of Helps
TH-105 — Life and Teachings of Christ I
TH-106 — Life and Teachings of Christ II
TH-109 — New Testament Survey
TH-112 — Authority of the Believer
TH-117 — The Blessing of the Lord
Program 2
Program #2 is designed to give students a "jump start" into fulfilling the call of God on their lives. These courses provide training in such basics as Bible study, prayer, preaching, various giftings, and flowing with the anointing. Program #2 also includes a survey of the Old Testament as well as a course designed to help students discover their own purpose in the Kingdom of God.
TH-218 — Methods of Bible Study
TH-202 — The Anointing
TH-213 — Spiritual Gifts
TH-217 — Ministry Gifts and Church Government
TH-229 — Divine Guidance
TH-222 — Old Testament Survey I
TH-223 — Old Testament Survey II
TH-233 — Holy Spirit Empowered Prayer
TH-204 — Homiletics
BI-201 — Ephesians and Colossians
Program 3
Program #3 provides in-depth study of important books and doctrines of the Bible. Such study will help students achieve a greater degree of effectiveness in any area of church-related ministry.
MU-301 — True Worship
TH-301 — Blood Covenant
TH-303 — Personal Evangelism
TH-343 — Throne Room Realities
BI-308 — Galatians
TH-342 — Submission and Authority
BI-301 — Acts of the Apostles
BI-311 — I & II Corinthians: Part 1
BI-312 — I & II Corinthians: Part 2
TH-344 — Angelogy
Program 4
Program #4 is the year of specialization as students move into courses designed to prepare them to preach and teach the Word of God and help in areas of specialized service in the local church. Courses are grouped into "tracks" and provide a subject concentration focused on the student's major field of study. A maximum of 2 courses may be substituted in a Program #4 track as long as they have the same subject concentration.
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Theology Track
This major course of study continues to build a solid foundation in the Word of God and meets the needs of the Christian worker by equipping them for various areas of full-time Christian service. This is the default track for students who do not declare a specialized major.
TH-410 — Biblical Principles of Leadership
ED-401 — Teaching the Bible
TH-444 — Genesis: Book of Beginnings
TH-431 — Church History
TH-445 — Ministerial Ethics
BI-424 — Romans
TH-404 — Spiritual Armor and Warfare
TH-426 — The Tabernacles of God
BI-420 — Hebrews
BI-432 — Gospel of John
Pastoral Ministry Track
This major course of study helps prepare students for their callings as pastoral staff members of a local church and prepares them for graduate studies in theology and related fields.
TH-426 — The Tabernacles of God
TH-444 — Ministerial Ethics
BI-404 — The Pastoral Epistles
BI-432 — Gospel of John
CC-402 — Counseling with Scripture
ED-401 — Teaching the Bible
TH-410 — Biblical Principles of Leadership
TH-451 — Spiritual Pastoral Ministry
BI-420 — Hebrews
CC-409 — Temperament Theory
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Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling is an essential part of ministry to the Church. Salvation by faith is God's method for making us whole - and salvation works! This faith-filled program prepares lay counselors to work within their local churches.
CC-452 — Faith Therapy
CC-456 — Effective Counseling Skills
CC-453 — Transformation
CC-479 — Wonderful Counselor
CC-409 — Temperament Theory
CC-457 — Marriage Counseling
CC-469 — Counseled by God
CC-460 — Facilitating Support Groups
CC-489 — Group Dynamics
CC-406 — Family Counseling
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Christian Education Track
Our College of Christian Education equips the student for teaching in a Christian Education program for a Christian school, a local congregation, or Bible training program encompassing children, youth, and/or adults. It is also designed to prepare those interested in primary & secondary Christian school administration.
ED-402 — Introduction to Christian Education
ED-403 — Educational Psychology for the Christian Teacher
ED-414 — Spirit-Led Classroom Management
ED-405 — Educating Children & Youth from a Christian Perspective
ED-406 — Educating Adults from a Christian Perspective
ED-402 — Creationism vs. Evolution
ED-415 — Ministry of the Teacher
ED-408 — Christian Literature
ED-419 — Child & Adolescent Counseling for the Christian Teacher
ED-401 — Teaching the Bible
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Leadership & Growth Track
The College of Leadership and Growth provides innovative, interactive training that serves as the leadership development system for your entire church or organization. Receive step-by-step instruction and practical application in God’s scriptural system of mentorship, coaching, team training, and involvement which results in maximized growth.
CA-121 — The Vital Principles
CA-122 — Building a Culture of Learning
CA-123 — Team Involvement & Empowerment
CA-124 — Establishing a Culture of Innovation
CA-125 — Planning an All-Out Attack on the Future
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Music Ministry Track
Our School of Music equips students for effectively leading church praise and worship or for an evangelistic music ministry. This major course of study is designed to help students learn to minister under the anointing of the Holy Spirit while developing their musical gifts, whether vocal or instrumental.
Before entering the Music Ministry Program, students must have a basic knowledge of how to read musical notes and rhythms.
MU-413 — Biblical Music, Praise & Worship
MU-401 — Music Theory I
MU-403 — Christian Music Appreciation
MU-402 — Music Theory II
MU-406/419 — Instrument/Voice Development I
MU-404 — True Worship
MU-407/420 — Instrument/Voice Development II
MU-416 — The Practical Side of Leading Worship
MU-408 — Worship Team Development
MU-443 — Song Writing