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| Scriptural Studies Course Descriptions |
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Introduction To Bible Study This is a basic course for anyone desiring to study the Bible, or to lead Bible study groups. Topics will include the text and Canon of Holy Scripture, the meaning of inspiration, the authority of Scripture, and the methods of biblical interpretation. |
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The Torah: The Five Books Of Moses The Torah is the Hebrew term used for the Five Books of Moses or the Pentateuch. This course proceeds from the assumption that one must understand the content of the Torah in order to comprehend the ministry of Jesus Christ. |
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Wisdom Literature The purpose of this course is to gain insight into the spirituality and social customs of Israel in the inter-testamental period. |
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Historical Books Of The Old Testament A study of the History of Israel from the time of Joshua to the Babylonian captivity. Discussion will focus on the character of God as revealed through his relationship with Israel. |
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The Prophets I and II One of Israel’s greatest contributions to the development of faith is the prophetic ministry. This two-part course will examine the ministry and teachings of selected Old Testament Prophets. |
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Isaiah Isaiah of Jerusalem is perhaps the best known of the prophets of the Old Testament. His teachings, and those of his tradition, have had a profound impact upon Christianity. The call and ministry of Isaiah, his concepts of the nature of God, God's plan for history, and teachings regarding the Messianic hope will be studied in depth. |
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Matthew, Mark And Luke This course will uncover the basic themes of the Synoptic Gospels with special emphasis on contemporary biblical scholarship. An effort will be made to gain a familiarity with each gospel's portrait of Jesus, the intent of the Gospel writer, and an in-depth understanding of the nature of these Gospels. |
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The Acts of the Apostles After the death and Resurrection of Jesus, the Spirit-filled community of faith grew and spread throughout the Roman Empire. This course will explore the events, challenges and triumphs of this inspiring time in the life of the church, as they are recorded by the author of Acts. |
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John, the Apostle and Writer This course looks at the Letters of John and his Gospel in depth beginning with an overview and looking briefly at the three letters. The remainder of the day will focus on John's Gospel especially the Prologue, Lenten A readings of the Samaritan Woman, man born blind, Lazarus, the Last Supper conversations, Passion Narrative and Resurrection passages. Each student will prepare for this class by reading the three letters and all of John's Gospel during the week prior to the class. In regard to the Gospel I recommend reading four or five chapters each day. |
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Paul: His Life and Letters Most of us know of the great apostle, but how much do we really know about the man and his writings? This two-Saturday course looks first at Paul's career and controversies, and then focuses on the style and content of his epistles. By the end of the course, participants will be able to distinguish the major themes of each letter and better understand their messages for us today. |
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General Letters to the Early Christians This course will provide an historical overview of the letters of James, I and II Peter, Jude, Hebrews, and I, II, III John. |
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An Overview of the Book of Revelation This course will provide the student with an opportunity to develop an understanding of the book as a whole, without becoming lost in endless speculation concerning the details. We will be introduced to the major schools of thought and interpretations of this exciting, controversial and often-neglected book. |