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New Testament Overivew

This outline provides a survey of the New Testament, covering all its books and major themes while addressing historical context, literary features, and theological concepts; while reviewing these elements, self-reflection is applied to personally connect to the biblical narraratives for your discovery of a purpose-driven life


Module 1: Introduction to the New Testament

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the historical and cultural context of the New Testament

  2. Identify the various genres of literature found in the New Testament

  3. Recognize the major theological themes present in the New Testament

  4. Gain an overview of how the New Testament came to be in its current form


Module 2: The Synoptic Gospels


Learning Objectives:

  1. Compare and contrast the content and structure of Matthew, Mark, and Luke

  2. Analyze the unique characteristics and themes of each Synoptic Gospel

  3. Understand the concept of the "Synoptic Problem" and proposed solutions

  4. Explore the portrayal of Jesus in the Synoptic Gospels


Module 3: The Gospel of John


Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify the distinctive features of John's Gospel compared to the Synoptics

  2. Analyze key theological concepts in John (e.g., Logos, signs, "I Am" statements)

  3. Understand the purpose and audience of John's Gospel

  4. Explore the portrayal of Jesus' divinity and humanity in John


Module 4: The Book of Acts


Learning Objectives:

  1. Trace the spread of early Christianity as depicted in Acts

  2. Analyze key speeches and their theological significance

  3. Understand the role of the Holy Spirit in the early church

  4. Identify major themes and literary features in Acts


Module 5: Paul's Early Letters


Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the historical context of Paul's early ministry and letters

  2. Analyze the structure and main arguments of 1 and 2 Thessalonians

  3. Identify key theological concepts in Galatians

  4. Explore Paul's teaching on justification by faith


Module 6: Paul's Major Letters


Learning Objectives:

  1. Analyze the structure and main arguments of Romans

  2. Identify key theological concepts in 1 and 2 Corinthians

  3. Understand Paul's teachings on church unity and spiritual gifts

  4. Explore Paul's Christology as presented in these letters


Module 7: Paul's Prison Letters


Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the context of Paul's imprisonment and its impact on his writing

  2. Analyze the Christological hymn in Philippians

  3. Explore Paul's teachings on the church in Ephesians and Colossians

  4. Identify key themes in Philemon and their implications for Christian ethics


Module 8: Pastoral Epistles and Hebrews


Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the debate surrounding the authorship of the Pastoral Epistles

  2. Analyze the structure and main arguments of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus

  3. Identify key themes in Hebrews, including Christ's superiority

  4. Explore the use of Old Testament in Hebrews


Module 9: General Epistles Letters


Learning Objectives:

  1. Analyze the structure and main arguments of James

  2. Understand the theological emphases in 1 Peter

  3. Explore the themes of suffering and hope in 1 Peter

  4. Identify key ethical teachings in James and 1 Peter


Module 10: General Epistles II


Learning Objectives:

  1. Analyze the structure and main arguments of 2 Peter and Jude

  2. Understand the concept of false teaching as addressed in these letters

  3. Explore the use of apocalyptic imagery in 2 Peter and Jude

  4. Identify key themes in 1, 2, and 3 John


Module 11: The Book of Revelation


Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the genre of apocalyptic literature

  2. Analyze the structure and symbolism in Revelation

  3. Explore different interpretive approaches to Revelation

  4. Identify key theological themes in Revelation


Module 12: New Testament Theology and Canon


Learning Objectives:

  1. Synthesize major theological themes across the New Testament

  2. Understand the process of New Testament canon formation

  3. Explore the unity and diversity within New Testament writings

  4. Analyze the relevance of New Testament teachings for contemporary Christian life

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