New Testament Literature
- Credits: 2
- Course Code: BIST 104
A survey of the content, themes, literary genre, and historical context of the books of the New Testament.
$250
No Monthly
membership
Week 1
- Week One Preview and Objectives
- Introductory Discussion
- Development of the Bible, Why Study the New Testament?
- Jewish History, The Middle East in the Days of Jesus
- Bible Reading
Week 2
- Week Two Preview and Objectives
- The Gospel and the Four Gospels, Matthew
- The Gospels of Mark and Luke
- Discussion Forum
- Bible Reading
- Internet Activity
Week 3
- Week Three Preview and Objectives
- The Gospel of John; Man from Galilee
- Lord, Teach Us; Modern Approaches and Studies
- Discussion Board
- Bible Reading
Week 4
- Week Four Preview
- Discussion Board: Kingdom Living
- Internet Activity
- Reflection Paper 1
- Exam 1
Week 5
- Week Five Preview and Objectives
- All Things to All People
- Bible Reading
- Discussion Forum
Courses consist of 12 units over a 16-week period. The above is only a sample.
There are no prerequisites for New Testament Literature.
Bible
The student may choose the version he/she prefers. Quizzes and tests are based upon the KJV wording.
Encountering the New Testament (3rd edition)
Elwell, Walter and Robert Yarbrough | ISBN 9780801039645
Encountering the New Testament blends scholarship and readability on a college freshman level.
The sidebars, study and review questions, and accompanying textbook website, make it a valuable and comprehensive survey tool.
The Holy Bible (based on the KJV wording) will be used for quizzes and tests.
35% — Reading, Video Viewing, and Study Guides
10% — Quizzes
25% — Exams
20% — Class Participation (PowerPoint/Lecture Viewing, Internet Activities, Discussion Boards)
10% — Reflections
Dr. Stephen Smith
Associate Professor
- BA in Ministerial Education, God’s Bible School & College
- MDiv in Biblical and Theological Studies, Wesley Biblical Seminary
- PhD in Theological Studies (New Testament Exegesis and Theology), Trinity Evangelical Divinity School