Fall 2024 course taught by Peter Wise
The first of two core courses which together survey the entire New Testament, devoting special attention to the major lessons of each book. Also examines the historical, cultural, and geographical setting for the New Testament and for each book. Emphasizes both the understanding of the text and the applications to Christian living, and evaluates the major problems associated with each book. The first course covers the Gospels, Acts, and General Epistles.
Fall 2024 course taught by Dr. Stan Lightfoot
An expositional analysis of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus, with emphasis on the practical application of the instruction of these epistles for contemporary Christian living and pastoral responsibilities. Including investigation of passages pertaining to church matters, e.g., eldership, women’s role in Christian service, discipline, marriage and divorce among leaders, principles of godliness and leadership, and other crucial areas.
Fall 2024 course taught by Dr. Tim Dane
An expositional/exegetical examination of these post-exilic books. Careful attention is given to introductory, exegetical, and theological issues.
Fall 2024 course taught by Dr. Tim Dane
A study of Prolegomena, dealing with the essence and source of systematic theology, and reasons for its study; of Bibliology, emphasizing inspiration and inerrancy; and of Theology Proper, including revelation, Trinitarianism, and God's relation to the universe.
These courses are designed to make Greek a useful tool for interpreting the New Testament. The first semester builds Greek vocabulary, increases confidence in translation, highlights the significance of important grammatical features and syntactical structures, and introduces the practice of exegetical procedures. The exegetical method employed is both synthetic and analytical, with primary applicability to the didactic and epistolary literature of the New Testament. The second semester provides extensive opportunity for the application of exegetical methodologies in careful study of several epistles from the following list: 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, James, and 1 Peter. Prerequisite: NTL 501-601.
Careful exegetical and theological procedures are employed in examining the text of this important New Testament letter for the purpose of exposing its meaning and significance for the Apostle Paul's day, for the present, and for the future.
Winter 2022 Course Taught by Dr. Tim Dane
A study of the book of origins. This course includes an examination Genesis based on its commonly recognized topical divisions: (1) creation, the fall, the flood, the spread of the nations, and (2) the history of God's chosen nation Israel. The study includes exposure to Old Testament chronology, international relations, great national leaders, and the place of the prophets, beginning with the call of Abraham and ending with the Persian period.