We will provide an introduction to the authors and books of the Old Testament, the types of writing contained in the Old Testament, an introduction to the geography of the Old Testament world, the Ancient Near Eastern background of the Old Testament, and how to properly read and understand the Old Testament writings including the first part of Genesis, the Law, the Prophets, and Old Testament Wisdom and Apocalyptic literature.
This module is good for anyone interested in learning how to read, understand, and teach the Old Testament to others including those who wish a deeper knowledge of the Old Testament, Bible Study leaders, small group leaders, ministers desiring a refresher, or anyone who wants more up-to-date knowledge of Old Testament studies.
Exegesis and hermeneutics of the Old Testament. Units on interpretation of: Narratives, Law, Psalms, Prophets, Wisdom Literature, and more. Learn to preach or teach confidently from the Old Testament. This course has the potential to significantly change how you read and interact with God's word.
Required:
1. Re-read Fee & Stuart, How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth, Chapters. 5, 9-12, Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2003.
2. Douglas Jacoby and Paul Copan, Origins: The Ancient Impact and Modern Implications of Genesis 1-11. Nashville: Morgan James, 2018.
3. Classes in person in Watford (or on Zoom), 9:00-4:00 on Saturday 24 June 2023
Recommended:
• D. A. Carson, Exegetical Fallacies (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1996)—only if not read for NTI.
• Gordon Fee & Douglas Stuart, How to Read the Bible Book by Book (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2002), SKIM pp. 1-268 (the half dealing with the Old Testament only).
• Philip Yancey, The Bible Jesus Read (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1999)
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