Programs New Testament Courses 203 Survey of The New Testament
A study of the historical and cultural background of the New Testament and an introduction to the
books of the New Testament. A study of the beginnings of Christianity from the birth of Christ to the
end of the first century. Selected passages from the Gospels, Acts and the epistles are examined
to present Christ, His mission, His message and His Church as revealed in the New Testament. 223 New Testament Epistles I
A detailed study of Philippians I and II Thessalonians and Philemon. Emphasis is placed upon
preacher-congregation relations and upon eschatology. 223 New Testament Epistles II
An in-depth study of I and II Corinthians, showing Paul’s analysis and treatment of the varied
Church problems which developed in Corinth. 223 New Testament Epistles III
The general epistles of James, Peter, John and Jude. The historical setting and introduction to
each book with its individual features. An investigation of their commonalities of setting, thought
and life. An exposition of selected passages. 233 The Life of Christ
A study of the life of Christ as revealed in the synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark and Luke. An
emphasis on the proofs of the divinity of Christ. 243 The Acts of the Apostles
Historical background, founding and expansion of the early Church. The government, worship,
work and the destiny of the Church as presented in the text of Acts and related scriptures. 253 The Gospel of John
A Study of the Life and teachings of Christ as presented in the gospel according to John.
Comparison is made with the Synoptic Gospels in appropriate places. Particular emphasis is
given to the recurring themes of belief and unbelief. 263 Romans and Galatians
An intensive analysis of the way of salvation as revealed by Paul to the Romans and Galatians.
Emphasis on Christian doctrines, explaining justification by faith and grace in contrast to Jewish
legalism 273 The scheme of Redemption
A detailed study of the books of Ephesians and Colossians. An investigation of God’s scheme of
redemption as the ‘Mystery of the Old Testament revealed in Christ and in the Church. 283 Evangelistic Epistles
An exposition of I and II Timothy and Titus, commonly called the ‘pastoral’ epistles. Emphasis on
their practical value as introductions for gospel preachers and for the organization and work of the
church. 293 Hebrews
A study of contrasts between the old and new covenants. An emphasis on the supremacy of
Christ, the danger of apostasy, and the mighty deeds of the faithful. An examination of Old
Testament typology as fulfilled in Christ. 303 Revelation
A study of the apocalyptic sections of the Bible, with special emphasis on Revelation. Comparison
is made to prophetic passages in Isaiah, Daniel and Zechariah. Examinations of the continual
struggle between the forces of good and evil, and the ultimate triumph of Christ and the Church. |