B. H. Carroll Theological Institute

Old Testament III

With Dr. Bill Bryan

Tuesdays
March 16 & 23 - 17:30-19:00 CET , 11:30-13:00 CDT
April 6 - May 11 - 17:30-19:00 CEST, 10:30-12:00 CDT

Take an exciting 8-week journey through the final prophetic books of the Old Testament with Professor Bill Bryan. Old Testament III examines the history, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications of Isaiah through Malachi, providing new avenues for reflection and strengthening the reader’s personal discipleship.

Special attention is given to the literature, history and culture of the Bible, the impact of biblical languages on the teaching of the prophetic books, and incorporating the lessons of the prophets in biblically-sound teaching and preaching. Learners will learn to employ sound exegesis of the books, examine the historic Christian interpretation of the texts, and discover the unity between the message of the prophets and the revelation of Jesus Christ in the New Testament.

Let us help you enhance your skills in delivering the message of the biblical prophets in your pulpit or other ministry setting.

Competencies

  • To engage reading strategies in the use of scripture which enhance personal growth, critical awareness, and lifelong learning.
  • To appropriate the historic witness of the scripture in its ancient setting by adequate study of the literature, history, and culture of the Bible.
  • To access the Hebrew and Greek texts of the Scripture using linguistic skills to prepare biblical sermons and to teach biblical content.
  • To expound the meaning of biblical texts using proper methods and principles of exegesis informed by historic Christian practice and responsive to current needs.
  • To interpret diverse portions of the biblical canon in terms of the whole of scripture, seeking unity between the two testaments, so that the Bible may function properly in theological reflection and worship by the church.
  • To construct and deliver sermons or lessons that are biblically and homiletically sound, setting a program of self-critique for improvement and interchange with those who hear.
  • To communicate biblical truth through preaching, teaching, writing, and personal witness, or through music, worship, and other appropriate modes.

Goals

  • Gain a general understanding of Old Testament historical issues.
  • Gian a general proficiency in theological interpretation of the Old Testament.
  • Develope an ability to apply the Old Testament in contemporary contexts.

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