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Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ

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Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ

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Course description

This course is an account of the biblical witness of Jesus Christ based on the gospels. This course covers the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the four Gospels. Emphasis is on the analysis of the four Gospels in the context of the social, political, and religious conditions of the first century.

Course objectives

Describe the significance of the words and works of Jesus Christ in light of the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the Gospels. Upon completion students,

Will know Christ’s life and work as a role model for Christian ministry.

Will be able to minister among the people as Jesus did.

Will develop an attitude of servant leader as Jesus did.

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Course Requirements:

Reading Assignments – Students must read based on the syllabus and study assigned secondary sources. Class Presentations – Students will present some topics Reflection Papers – Two short papers (3-5 pages) Final Exam – A comprehensive exam covering the syllabus

COURSE ASSIGNMENT:

Relevance of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Today’s Context.

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How does attending to first-century social and religious conditions challenge a familiar interpretation of Jesus' ministry? Identify where your own application goes beyond what the chosen passage establishes.

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Develop a Gospel-based ministry seminar

Compare a selected episode across the Gospels and develop an evidence-based account of servant leadership. Include a peer-reviewed application and keep the source's Sermon on the Mount assignment distinct from this optional formative project.

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Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ

Amazing Grace Biblical Seminary — M.Div.

AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (P. O) Aluva, Ernakulam. Kerala, India. Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926. ****************************************** LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is an account of the biblical witness of Jesus Christ based on the gospels. This course covers the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the four Gospels. Emphasis is on the analysis of the four Gospels in the context of the social, political, and religious conditions of the first century. COURSE OBJECTIVES Describe the significance of the words and works of Jesus Christ in light of the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the Gospels. Upon completion students, Will know Christ’s life and work as a role model for Christian ministry. Will be able to minister among the people as Jesus did. Will develop an attitude of servant leader as Jesus did. Course Requirements: Reading Assignments – Students must read based on the syllabus and study assigned secondary sources. Class Presentations – Students will present some topics Reflection Papers – Two short papers (3-5 pages) Final Exam – A comprehensive exam covering the syllabus COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION Class Participation 5% Reading Report 20% Main Term Paper/Assignment 15% Final Examination 60% COURSE OUTLINE The importance of the study of the life of Christ The quest of the historical Jesus Sources and chronology The birth and early life of Jesus Christ Preparation for the public ministry Jesus’ public ministry The Miracles of Jesus Jesus as Teacher The Call and the Training of the Disciples Trial, Death & Resurrection COURSE ASSIGNMENT: Relevance of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Today’s Context. RECOMMENDED READINGS: Blomberg, Craig L. Jesus and the Gospels. Nashville: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1997. Evans, Craig & Porter, Stanley (Eds.). Dictionary of New Testament Backgrounds. Downer’s Grove, IL: IVP, 2000. Green, Joel B, McKnight, Scot and Marshall, I. H. Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels. Downer’s Grove: InterVarsity Press, 1992. Harrison, Everett. F. A Short Life of Christ. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1968. Thomas, Robert L. and, Stanley N Gundry. A Harmony of the Gospels. (New American Standard Version). San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 1986.Thomas & Gundry. A Harmony of the Gospels. San Francisco: Harper Collins, 1978.

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