Introduction to the New Testament: Romans to Revelation
An introduction to the epistles and Revelation.
About this Class
Using the English New Testament, this course surveys the New Testament epistles and the apocalypse. Issues of introduction and content receive emphasis as well as a continual focus on the theology of evangelism and on the contemporary relevance of the variety of issues these documents raise for contemporary life.
Lectures
Paul writes to encourage and instruct Timothy and Titus, both of whom are young pastors.
Paul writes to encourage and instruct Timothy and Titus, both of whom are young pastors.
Both 1 Timothy and 1 Corinthians contain key passages addressing the roles of men and women in the local church.
Both 1 Timothy and 1 Corinthians contain key passages addressing the roles of men and women in the local church.
The book of James emphasizes that people demonstrate that they have true faith in Christ by their good works.
The book of James emphasizes that people demonstrate that they have true faith in Christ by their good works.
Hebrews is written to Hebrew Christians to demonstrate how Christ fulfilled the Mosaic covenant.
Hebrews is written to Hebrew Christians to demonstrate how Christ fulfilled the Mosaic covenant.
1 Peter encourages followers of Christ to persevere even though they face persecution.
1 Peter encourages followers of Christ to persevere even though they face persecution.
Major themes in John's epistles are sin, the love of God, the humanity and deity of Jesus, and the importance of obedience.
Major themes in John's epistles are sin, the love of God, the humanity and deity of Jesus, and the importance of obedience.
Revelation focuses on God's plan for cosmic history and the importance of perseverance during difficult circumstances.
Revelation focuses on God's plan for cosmic history and the importance of perseverance during difficult circumstances.
Revelation focuses on God's plan for cosmic history and the importance of perseverance during difficult circumstances.
Revelation focuses on God's plan for cosmic history and the importance of perseverance during difficult circumstances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the programs intended for?
The Foundations program is intended for everyone, regardless of biblical knowledge. The Academy program is intended for those who would like more advanced studies. And the Institute program is intended for those who want to study seminary-level classes.
Do I need to take the classes in a specific order?
In the Foundations and Academy programs, we recommend taking the classes in the order presented, as each subsequent class will build on material from previous classes. In the Institute program, the first 11 classes are foundational. Beginning with Psalms, the classes are on specific books of the Bible or various topics.
Do you offer transfer credit for completing a certificate program?
At this time, we offer certificates only for the classes on the Certificates page. While we do not offer transfer credit for completing a certificate program, you will be better equipped to study the Bible and apply its teachings to your life.