3 Credit Hours

Course Description

This course is an overview of the New Testament, highlighting its organization, overall themes, historical context, and major events, as well as key words, names, and places mentioned in each book.

Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes

As a result of taking this course students should be able to:

1. Discuss the historical, cultural, and religious setting of the NT world.
2. Identify the major purpose and themes of each book of the NT.
3. Catalogue the books of the NT according to their literary styles (gospel, epistle, exhortation, apocalypse).
4. Place the major NT people, events and books in chronological order.
5. Describe Jesus’ mission and message concerning the kingdom of God.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of the New Testament Scriptures and their relevance to life and ministry.
7. Use the NT as a means to grow in worship, devotion, and Christian character.