Understanding The Old Testament (Ot Bible Intro-Survey)

Learn How to More Accurately Read, Interpret, and Apply God's Word of Truth!

What you'll learn

Students will sharpen their grasp of the content and theology of the Old Testament

Students will better understand the foundational role of the Pentateuch in relation to the balance of Scripture (OT and NT)

Students will become sensitized to the contribution, features, themes, and significance of various books, subsections, and genres of the Old Testament

Students will gain a greater understanding of the place and significance of historical context when studying biblical literature

Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course

Description

This is the exact same Old Testament Introduction course I have taught at leading Bible colleges and seminaries including Talbot School of Theology, Multnomah School of the Bible and Biblical Seminary, and Gateway Seminary (formerly Golden Gate Seminary).Paying for this same course at Bible College / Seminary costs $2,000-3,000 so you will save at least 90% per person!This course consists of 20 videos totaling over 17 hours of instruction that you can pause, stop, and rewatch as many times as needed for forever! The course also includes an ample amount of downloadable files and links that give 'at a glance' overviews of Bible History-Timelines, Interpreting the Old Testament, Apologetics, New Testament use of the Old Testament and much more! There will also be (Optional) links and resources to more detailed dives into key topics for those wanting more In addition, the course will be synced with (Optional) readings from popular Old Testament survey texts and atlases. Specific course goals and learning outcomes:CognitiveStudents will sharpen their grasp of the content and theology of the Old TestamentStudents will better understand the foundational role of the Pentateuch in relation to the balance of Scripture (OT and NT)Students will become alert and sensitized to the particular theological message, themes, features, and significance of each Old Testament book, section, and style (that is how to read, understand, and apply a one-liner axiom in Proverbs vs. Laws in Leviticus vs. Prophetic visions)Students will gain a greater understanding of the place and significance of historical context when studying biblical literatureAffectiveStudents will grow in their realization of the spiritual power unleashed by better understanding the whole counsel of GodStudents will grow in their dependency on and appreciation of the timeless power of God’s Word and realization of the efficacy of God’s Spirit in using the Scriptures to impact livesBehavioralStudents will grow in their Christian walk and spiritual discernment as they spend extended time engaging the Bible and allowing the Bible to engage their lives more deeplyStudents will take what they have learned and use it to equip others for the work of ministry and to stimulate the Body of Christ to faith and good deeds

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction: The Playing Field of the Old Testament

Section 2: Overview of the Pentateuch (Gen-Deut) and the Former Prophets (Josh-2Kings)

Lecture 2 Overview of the "Pentateuch" and the "Former Prophets"

Section 3: Genesis

Lecture 3 Genesis

Section 4: Exodus

Lecture 4 Exodus

Section 5: Leviticus and Numbers

Lecture 5 Leviticus and Numbers

Section 6: Deuteronomy and Former Prophets (Joshua, Judges, 1-2 Samuel, 1-2 Kings) Intro

Lecture 6 Deuteronomy and the Former Prophets

Section 7: Joshua and Judges

Lecture 7 Joshua and Judges

Section 8: Ruth, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel

Lecture 8 Ruth, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel

Section 9: 1 Kings, 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles, 2 Chronicles

Lecture 9 1 Kings, 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles, 2 Chronicles

Section 10: Daniel, Esther, Ezra-Nehemiah

Lecture 10 Daniel, Esther, Ezra, Nehemiah

Section 11: Old Testament Poetry (Psalms and more)

Lecture 11 Old Testament Poetry (Psalms and More)

Section 12: Introduction to Prophetic Literature

Lecture 12 Intro to Prophetic Literature

Section 13: Isaiah

Lecture 13 Isaiah

Section 14: Jeremiah and Ezekiel

Lecture 14 Jeremiah and Ezekiel

Section 15: Introduction to the Minor Prophets; Hosea and Joel

Lecture 15 Intro to Minor Prophets; Hosea, Joel

Section 16: Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum

Lecture 16 Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum

Section 17: Habakkuk and Zephaniah

Lecture 17 Habakkuk and Zephaniah

Section 18: Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi

Lecture 18 Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi

Section 19: Intro to Wisdom Literature; Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job

Lecture 19 Intro to Wisdom Literature; Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job

Motivated learners of the Bible (Old Testament, Tanak, Torah),Homeschoolers,Sunday school teachers and small group leaders,Church leaders and volunteers in training,Those considering seminary, full-time ministry, or missions