NT 121 · B.Th. English syllabus

Life Of Christ

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New Testament · NT 121

Life Of Christ

B.Th. English · Source syllabus with original formative learning enrichment

Course description

This course focuses on comprehensive study of the earthly life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. The purpose of this course is to survey the earthly life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the four canonical gospels. This will be accomplished by focusing the student's attention primarily on the narrative flow of the events so as to ascertain the basic pattern of development in Jesus' actions and teachings. Particular emphasis will be placed on incidents rather than the long discourses. This course examines the earthly life of our Lord, using a harmony of the Gospels as a basis for study. Evaluates historical, chronological, political, and geographic factors, but devotes primary attention to the theological issues relating to each event and discourse in the Gospels.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the central events and key theological issues in the life of Christ and the history and theology of the early church.

Outline the current critical thought about Jesus and the Gospels.

Stress the humanity of the Lord while also affirming His full deity. To explore how these two vital truths are complementary and not contradictory in achieving a better understanding His words and works.

Express an appreciation of the historical and cultural background of Jesus' earthly life so one can place Him within the context of His own day. The Jewish world in which He lived will be particularly emphasized.

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UNIT I: Political and Socio-Religious Background & Birth and Early Years of JesusUNIT II: Life of JesusUNIT III: Teaching and Ministry of Jesus

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Choose an encounter in a Gospel. What changes when you attend to the people, place and narrative context rather than extracting only a moral lesson?

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Design a Gospel journey board

Arrange selected events from Jesus' early years, ministry and passion. Compare Gospel accounts and label differences or unresolved chronological questions instead of inventing certainty.

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What is the principal source collection for Life of Christ?

The four canonical GospelsOnly later church historiesOnly the prison letters

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NT 121 Life Of Christ

Amazing Grace Biblical Seminary — B.Th. English

AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (PO), Aluva (via), Ernakulam (District), Kerala, India- Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926, 8281663926. NT 121: LIFE OF CHRIST COURSE DESCRIPTION This course focuses on comprehensive study of the earthly life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. The purpose of this course is to survey the earthly life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the four canonical gospels. This will be accomplished by focusing the student's attention primarily on the narrative flow of the events so as to ascertain the basic pattern of development in Jesus' actions and teachings. Particular emphasis will be placed on incidents rather than the long discourses. This course examines the earthly life of our Lord, using a harmony of the Gospels as a basis for study. Evaluates historical, chronological, political, and geographic factors, but devotes primary attention to the theological issues relating to each event and discourse in the Gospels. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, you should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the central events and key theological issues in the life of Christ and the history and theology of the early church. Outline the current critical thought about Jesus and the Gospels. Stress the humanity of the Lord while also affirming His full deity. To explore how these two vital truths are complementary and not contradictory in achieving a better understanding His words and works. Express an appreciation of the historical and cultural background of Jesus' earthly life so one can place Him within the context of His own day. The Jewish world in which He lived will be particularly emphasized. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION Class Participation 5% Reading Report 20% Main Term Paper/Assignment 15% Final Examination 60% COURSE OUTLINE UNIT I: Political and Socio-Religious Background & Birth and Early Years of Jesus 1. Political, Moral and Religious Background. 2. Two Genealogies 3. Birth of Jesus 4. Thirty Years of Preparation UNIT II: Life of Jesus 1. John the Baptist's Ministry 2. Baptism of Jesus 3. Temptation of Jesus 4. Call of Twelve Disciples 5. Galilean Ministry UNIT III: Teaching and Ministry of Jesus 1. Kingdom of God 2. Miracles 3. Parables 4. Son of Man 5. Son of God 6. Transfiguration 7. Passion Week - Arrest and Trial 8. Resurrection and Ascension - Evidences, Significance and Challenges BIBLIOGRAPHY Geis, Robert. Life of Christ. Lanham, Maryland: University Press of America, 2013. Moore, Mark E. The Chronological Life of Christ. Single Volume Edition. USA: College Press Publishing Co, 2007. Ogden, Greg. Discipleship Essentials: A Guide to Building Your Life in Christ. Revised and Expanded. Downers Grove: Illinois: IVP, 2018. Pinero, Antonio. The Hidden Life of Jesus. Translated by Thomas W. Hudgins. Eugene, Oregon: Cascade Books, 2016. Sproul. R.C. The Work of Christ: What the Events of Jesus' Life Mean for You. USA: David C Cook, 2012. Torrance, Thomas F and Robert T. Walker. Incarnation: The Person and Life of Christ. Downers Grove: Illinois: IVP, 2008.

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