The goal of this course is to assist the student ingaining an understanding of the New Testament scripture texts. And we aim to accomplish this by equipping the student with the cultural, literary, and historical understanding necessary for a critical reading of the New Testament. The course will introduce participants to the New Testament through a close reading of various New Testament books from the Gospel through the book of Acts and from the book of Romans through Revelation.
Competencies:
- Develop an understanding of the different types of literature in the New Testament.
- Demonstrate how to read the different types of literature in the New Testament.
- Gain knowledge of the general divisions and content of the New Testament.
- Understand the New Testament literature in its historical and cultural context.
- Demonstrate written communication skills.