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TTTS 519 - New Testament Survey: Epistles / Revelation Craig L. Blomberg, Ph.D. This course surveys the New Testament epistles and the Apocalypse, dealing with both introductory issues as well as basic content of each book. The student will do an inductive study of a selected passage, according to the accompanying Inductive Bible Study syllabus. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 520 - The Sermon on the Mount John R. Stott, M.A., D.D. The course, originally presented at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, is a consecutive exposition of Jesus ʼ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7. The emphasis is upon the distinctive character that is expected of the Christian and upon the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. For the student desiring seminary credit, a programmed syllabus requires an expository and ready study with emphasis on the practical and spiritual application of the Sermon on the Mount and upon the theological issues and historical interpretations of that passage. Unit(s): 2. TTTS 521 - New Testament Survey: Gospels / Life of Christ Terry C. Hurlbert, Th.D. A chronological synthetic study of the four gospel records, emphasizing the time, place, circumstances and persons involved in the events of our Lord ʼ s ministry, with a view to a fuller understanding of the significance of His words and works. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 522 - The Parables of Jesus Craig L. Blomberg, Ph.D. Methods of interpreting Jesus ʼ parables are surveyed and then an eclectic model drawing on the best insights of each is applied to each of the major narrative parables in the gospels. Conclusions are drawn concerning the theology and significance of this portion of Jesus ʼ teaching. Unit(s): 2. TTTS 523 - The Acts of the Apostles Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D. An exegetical examination of the Acts of the Apostles with concentration on the biblical theology of the Book of Acts, the historical background of events, and the theological emphasis of the speeches. Special attention is given to the relationship between the Church and Israel in the early church era. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis. The ability to make grammatical evaluations and to do Greek word studies is recommended. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 524 - The Epistle to the Romans Harold W. Hoehner, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical-theological study of Paul ʼ s epistle to the Romans in the Greek text. It involves the treatment of selected historical, grammatical, structural, and lexical data which evaluate the meaning of this important New Testament document. Special emphasis is given to the theological themes and over-all argument of the Epistle. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis and the ability to make grammatical and textual critical evaluations and to do Greek word studies. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 527 - The Pastoral Epistles John R. Stott, M.A., D.D. An exposition of I and II Timothy and Titus. Emphasis on the authority of Paul and his message and the need to guard that message, as well as the responsibilities of the Dennis E. Johnson, Ph.D. A course designed to discover the background, context and content of the Epistle to the Hebrews. Focus on the key interpretive issues and theological contributions found in this rich, christocentric book. Strengthens students' confidence in the superiority of Jesus and the New Covenant and to equip him/her to "encourage one another daily." Unit(s): 3. TTTS 545 - Ministering to Women in the Church local church and its leaders. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 528 - The Epistle to the Hebrews Lucy Mabery-Foster, Ph.D. Study of ministry to and by women. Includes biblical foundations for women and principles for evangelizing, discipling and counseling women. Focus on the history of women ʼ s ministries in the church, the role of women ʼ s ministries in the New Testament, and the contemporary cultural context for women ʼ s ministries. Students learn how to minister to specific women ʼ s groups, such as singles, homemakers, those in the workplace and those who are hurting. Unit(s): 3.
Courses (TTTS) TTTS 501 - The Pentateuch
R. Laird Harris, Ph.D. A critical introduction to the first five books of the Bible. Examination of such subjects as the problems of Genesis 1-11, higher criticism of the Pentateuch, chronological issues, and the archaeological and cultural background of the Pentateuch. Unit(s): 2. TTTS 505 - The Book of Psalms Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An introduction to the book of Psalms with emphasis on the principles involved in the exegesis of hymnic literature as well as application of these principles to selected portions. Unit(s): 2. TTTS 506 - Understanding the Old Testament Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament especially as it relates to the universal of Old Testament theology, i.e. the rule of God or the establishment of God ʼ s kingdom upon the earth. A working knowledge of Hebrew considered to be helpful but not required for this course. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 507 - The Book of Proverbs Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical study of the Book of Proverbs in both its cultural and historical setting and its literary setting with attention to its critical and hermeneutical problems. To get the full benefit out of the course, a knowledge of Hebrew is required for seminary credit. Unit(s): 4. TTTS 508 - Old Testament Theology I: Pentateuch and Former Prophets Richard E. Averbeck, Ph.D. Introduces the content and theology of the books, identifying the foundational themes that emerge and tracing them through the rest of the Bible. Students demonstrate how the theology of the Old Testament is basic and essential for understanding Jesus Christ, the Church and Christian life. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 509 - The Christian & Old Testament Theology Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., Ph.D. A biblical and theological study of the foundational theology applied by the Old Testament for the New Testament and the Christian Church. This study identifies and inductively derives the center or focal point for the theology of both the Old and New Testaments. It also deals with the amount of continuity and discontinuity between the Old and New Testaments. Included are the topics of saving faith, the people of God, the role of the law of God, the worship of God, the doctrine of atonement, relationship between the law and wisdom theology, kingdom of God, the Messiah, the inclusion of the Gentiles, the theology of the Holy Spirit and the preparation of the new covenant. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 511 - The Book of Isaiah Allen P. Ross. Ph.D. An exegetical study of the theology and literature of Isaiah. Includes a survey of Isaiah and develops skills for exegetical exposition. Key chapters, such as the Promise of Immanuel (7), the Message of Hope (40), and the "Suffering Servant" (53) are examined. Includes a study of how the theology of the Messiah is integral to successful Christian life and ministry. Unit(s): 3. TTTS 518 - The Gospel of Luke Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D.An examination of the Gospel of Luke with concentration on its message and preparation of narrative material for preaching and teaching. Unit(s): 3.
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