The course will start with a general introduction to the New Testament after which we will study various types of literature that we find there. The format for the sessions will be a mixture of lecture, discussion and exercises. In order to gain the most from the course, some work during the week will be needed.
The aim of the course is not simply to impart knowledge, but to encourage all of us to a deeper understanding of God’s Word so that we may be transformed in our everyday lives to be more like Jesus.
While not essential, you will gain more from the course if you read the core book and perhaps one or two of the other recommendations.
The course programme Week 1: What is the New Testament? Week 2: Seeing Things One Way - Matthew, Mark and Luke Week 3: That You May Believe - John Week 4: The Spreading Flame - Acts Week 5: Living the Faith - Paul's Letters to Churches Week 6: Living the Faith - Paul's Letters to Individuals Week 7: Living the Faith - Other Letters Week 8: The Returning King - Revelation | Core Book The following book will be very useful: Introducing the New Testament; J. Drane. Lion 2000 Other Books New Testament Introduction: D. Guthrie. Tyndale Press The New Testament: Its Background, Growth and Content; B. Metzger. Abingdon Press Making Sense of the New Testament; C. L. Blomberg. IVP The Message of the New Testament; F. F. Bruce. Paternoster Press New Testament Theology: D. Guthrie, IVP |
