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New Testament Survey (C-BIB 212)


Description
An examination of the development of redemptive history throughout the New Testament in the context of its geographical and cultural background. Key themes and selected critical issues are discussed with a view to aiding students develop a biblically-informed worldview.

*Supplemental reading recommendation: Encountering the New Testament: A Historical and Theological Survey.
Walter A. Elwell and Robert W. Yarbrough, (https://amzn.to/2GyBy4G).

**Student's will not need to purchase the course textbook. All the material is available with your subscription.

Credential Level: Certified Course Instructor: Dr. Ray Miller

Content
  • Getting Started
  • A Note from the Director
  • Meet Your Instructor
  • Section 1: Overview
  • Continuity between the Old and New Testaments - Craig Keener
  • The New Testament: a Quick Overview
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature - Lecture 2 - Part 1
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature - Lecture 2- Part 2
  • The Necessity of Theological Understanding
  • Debunking Silly Statements about the Bible: An Exercise in Biblical Transmission
  • New Testament Quiz #1
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #1
  • Resources & Extras #1
  • Section 2: Historical Background
  • A Survey of the New Testament Video Lectures - Chapter 1: Robert H. Gundry
  • Dr. David deSilva, Cultural World of the New Testament, Lecture 1 - Part 1
  • Dr. David deSilva, Cultural World of the New Testament, Lecture 1 - Part 2
  • Dr. David deSilva, Cultural World of the New Testament, Lecture 1 - Part 3
  • How We Know Jesus and the Early Church Existed - Part 1
  • How We Know Jesus and the Early Church Existed - Part 2
  • (Optional) Greek to Herod Background
  • The Jewish World of Jesus: An Overview
  • New Testament Quiz #2
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #2
  • Resources & Extras #2
  • Section 3 - The Canon
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 5 - Part 1
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 5 - Part 2
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 5 - Part 3
  • Who Picked What Books Went In the Bible?
  • How We Got the New Testament Canon - David F. Watson
  • The Formation of the New Testament Canon - Dr. Craig Blomberg - part 1
  • The Formation of the New Testament Canon - Dr. Craig Blomberg - part 2
  • Responding to Bart Ehrman
  • The Bible — Can We Trust It?
  • The Uniqueness of the Bible
  • New Testament Quiz #3
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #3
  • Resources & Extras #3
  • Section 4 - Gospels
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, The Storyline of the Bible, Lecture 4 - Part 1
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, The Storyline of the Bible, Lecture 4 - Part 2
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, The Storyline of the Bible, Lecture 4 - Part 3
  • The Problem of the Historical Jesus - Answering a Skeptic's Challenge
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 6 - Part 1
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 6 - Part 2
  • Dr. Dave Mathewson, New Testament Literature, Lecture 6 - Part 3
  • Understanding Jesus' Genealogy - Craig Keener
  • Geographical Context of the Gospels: Maps and Landmarks
  • Following Jesus: Travel Maps of His Life
  • Who wrote the Gospels?
  • Who Wrote the Gospels, and How Do We Know for Sure?
  • Salvation and Suffering According to Jesus
  • Differences in the Gospels, A Closer Look | The Exchange Blog by Ed Stetzer
  • What Is the Gospel?
  • New Testament Quiz #4
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #4
  • Resources & Extras #4
  • Section 5 - Acts
  • The Book of Acts - Part 1
  • The Book of Acts - Part 2
  • The Book of Acts - Part 3
  • The Book of Acts - Part 4
  • Luke-Acts: Women, the Poor, and Social Dimensions
  • Why Study Acts - Eckhard Schnabel
  • Acts: Introduction, Outline, and Argument
  • The Teaching of The Church
  • New Testament Quiz #5
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #5
  • Resources & Extras #5
  • Section 6 - Hebrews
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 11, Hebrews 1 - Part 1
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 11, Hebrews 1 - Part 2
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 11, Hebrews 1 - Part 3
  • The Epistle To The Hebrews
  • The Letter To The Hebrews: Another View
  • New Testament Quiz #6
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #6
  • Resources & Extras #6
  • Section 7 - The Letters
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 1: Background - Part 1
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 1: Background - Part 2
  • Dr. Herb Bateman, General Letters, Lecture 1: Background - Part 3
  • Read Scripture: James
  • Read Scripture: 1 Peter
  • Read Scripture: 2 Peter
  • Read Scripture: 1-3 John
  • Read Scripture: Jude
  • The Catholic Epistles: a Quick Overview
  • Paul’s First Missionary Journey
  • Paul’s Second Missionary Journey
  • Paul’s Third Missionary Journey
  • Paul’s Journey to Rome
  • The Epistle of James
  • The Johannine Epistles
  • Paul A Very Short Introduction - Paul's Mission
  • New Testament Quiz #7
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #7
  • Resources & Extras #7
  • Section 8 - Revelation
  • Read Scripture: Revelation Ch. 1-11
  • Read Scripture: Revelation Ch. 12-22
  • A Conversation on The Book of Revelation with Dr. Craig Keener - Part 1
  • A Conversation on The Book of Revelation with Dr. Craig Keener - Part 2
  • A Conversation on The Book of Revelation with Dr. Craig Keener - Part 3
  • A Conversation on The Book of Revelation with Dr. Craig Keener - Part 4
  • The Study of The Revelation
  • Preaching from the Book of Revelation
  • Revelation & Redemption
  • New Testament Quiz #8
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #8
  • Resources & Extras #8
  • Section 9 - Pastor's Practical Tips
  • Secret Church - Survey of the New Testament - Session 1 - Part 1
  • Secret Church - Survey of the New Testament - Session 1 - Part 2
  • Secret Church - Survey of the New Testament - Session 1 - Part 3
  • True and Better
  • The New Testament Evangelist & 21st Century Church
  • Your Daughters Will Prophesy: The New Testament Case for Women in Ministry
  • Why is The New Testament Silent On Slavery - Or is It?
  • 7 Ideas for Improving Bible Engagement in Your Church
  • New Testament Quiz #9
  • New Testament Personal Reflection #9
  • A Quick Note About The Final
  • Resources & Extras #9
  • Section 10 - Student Presentation 14d
  • Final Presentation
  • Final Reflection
  • Wrapping Up
  • For Further Reading
  • End of Class Survey
  • You're one step closer!
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever