36 courses with the subject NT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
NT 501Pentecostal Explorations of the New Testament ()3
This course is the Seminary’s introductory course for New Testament study. It seeks to explore the nature and purpose of the New Testament by utilizing a distinctively Pentecostal approach to its study. The journey begins by raising the basic question, ‘What is the New Testament’ and continues by means of a brief survey of major scholarly approaches to the study of the New Testament. An articulation of a Pentecostal strategy for studying the New Testament follows, which has implications for issues of genre and methodology. With regard to genre, the documents fall into the following categories: stories of Jesus’ life story of the early church letters and sermons of the early church and vision of the early church. With regard to methodology, the books are explored in the following ways: structure, content and theological emphases, canonical context (place in Scripture), original context (Sitz-im-Leben), church context (history of effect), and Pentecostal context. The course concludes with sections devoted to the text and canon of the New Testament.
NT 502Hellenistic Background of the New Testament ()3
This course seeks to identify the Hellenistic environment against which early church history should be viewed. Special attention is given to philosophies and religions of the Graeco-Roman world. The purpose of the 148
This course studies the social, religious, and cultural milieu of Judaism in the first century. A careful examination is made of the history and character of the various sectarian movements which belonged to post- exilic Judaism and which formed a significant aspect of the context in which Christianity emerged. These include what Josephus called the "four philosophies", viz., the Pharisees, the Sadducees, the Essenes, and the Zealots. The course will also study the Samaritans, the Ebionites and Philo, a representative of Hellenistic Judaism and take a look at Apocalyptic literature. A selected topic related to New Testament studies is treated each time the following seminars are offered. Possible topics include: textual criticism, apocalyptic, archaeology, and the New Testament, etc.
NT 511Biblical Studies in the Pentecostal Tradition1
Total Credit Hours Third Year: 14 Total MTS-Biblical Studies Program Requirements: 48 Credit Hours (Part-Time Study for Candidates who come to the program with NO Biblical Language Training at Undergraduate Level)
This course is an exegetical study which seeks to understand the unique theological contribution of Matthew. Authorship, date, life setting, and structure are addressed. The content of the book is examined exegetically, with special attention given to the Sermon on the Mount. (Greek & English credit available)
This Gospel of Mark is studied in the light of recent research, the results of which are surveyed with attention to those scholars whose contributions have been the most significant. Introductory matters include: authorship, provenance, purpose, and date. Selected passages are examined in an exegetical manner. (Greek & English credit available)
This Gospel is studied under the following inquiries: authorship, date, circumstances of writing, and composition of the book. Attention is given to the theology of Luke. Specific passages are selected for exegesis. (Greek & English credit available) 149
This course begins with an investigation of the authorship, date, circumstances of writing, and composition of the Fourth Gospel. A narrative reading of the book's content is offered which gives due attention to the Gospel's structure, story line, plot development, and major characters. Passages dealing with the roles of women, healing, holiness, the Holy Spirit, and footwashing receive detailed attention. (Greek &
This course is an exegetical study of the Acts of the Apostles. After a brief look at matters of introduction, attention is concentrated on the history and theology of the early church, especially as these are relevant for the Pentecostal faith. (Greek & English credit available)
An exegetical study of Paul’s thought and doctrine as articulated in this, the greatest of his epistles. The course is designed to give a brief overview of the history of the scholarship on Romans and to discuss such inquiries as authorship, date, and circumstances of the writing of the epistle. The emphasis is on the theology of the epistle and its contemporary applications. (Greek & English credit available)
This letter is studied under the following inquiries: authorship, date, circumstances of writing, and conditions in Corinth. Emphasis is given to its theology, its Pentecostal emphases, and the relevance of its theological principles for the contemporary church, especially in reference to spiritual gifts.(Greek & English credit available)
This letter is studied under the following inquiries: authorship, date, circumstances of writing, and conditions in Corinth. Emphasis is given to its theology, its Pentecostal emphases, and the relevance of its theological principles for the contemporary church. (Greek & English credit available)
An exegetical study of the epistle in light of such inquiries as its religious and historical background, date and purpose. Special emphasis will be placed on basic theological concepts: grace, law, justification, sanctification, etc. (Greek & English credit available) 150
The course is an exegetical study of the book of Ephesians. It also covers introductory, background analysis, interpretive problems, and survey of the contents as well as key theological themes. This course also includes an examination of the theological and practical relevance of Ephesians for society and the church, and church leadership. (Greek & English credit available)
The course is an exegetical study of Paul’s letter to the Philippians. It includes introductory and background analysis, investigation of interpretive problems, and survey of the contents as well as key theological themes. This course also includes an examination of the theological and practical relevance of Philippians for Christian living and ministry. (Greek & English credit available)
The course is an exegetical study of the Pastoral Epistles — 1 and 2 Timothy, and Titus. It also covers introductory, background analysis, interpretive problems, and survey of the contents as well as key theological themes. This course also includes an examination of the theological and practical relevance of the Pastorals for society and the church, and church leadership. (Greek & English credit available)
The course is an exegetical study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. It also covers introductory, background analysis, interpretive problems, and survey of the contents as well as key theological themes. This course also includes an examination of the theological and practical relevance of 1 Thessalonians for society and the church, and church leadership. (Greek &
The course is an exegetical study of the book of 2 Thessalonians. It also covers introductory, background analysis, interpretive problems, and survey of the contents as well as key theological themes. This course also includes an examination of the theological and practical relevance of 2 Thessalonians for society and the church, and church leadership. (Greek &
This book is studied under the following inquiries: date, circumstances of writing and composition. Particular attention is given to the author’s use of the Old Testament, his hermeneutical concerns, and the following issues 151
This course studies in detail the introductory material: authorship, date, and circumstances of writing. It also is an expository study of the entire book. (Greek & English credit available)
This course examines the provenance, structure, message, theological emphases and contemporary significance of 1-3 John. Special consideration is given to the relationship of these documents to the Fourth Gospel and the Johannine community. A careful reading of the Greek text of 1-3 John constitutes a major portion of the course.
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the epistle of Jude examining its structure, content, and prominent theological emphases. Its place within the New Testament canon is explored as well as its original context including the issues of authorship, date, provenance, and destination. Jude's use of apocryphal literature is also addressed. The reception of Jude in the church is considered as well as its reception within Pentecostalism. A careful reading of the text of Jude follows, which is a major focus of the course.
This course begins with an examination of the structure, nature, provenance, and effective history of the Apocalypse. A careful reading of the text of the Apocalypse follows, which is a major focus of the course. The major theological emphases of the Apocalypse are also discussed in detail.(Greek & English credit available)
This course is designed to explore the topic of sanctification as it is dealt with in the context of the Johannine writings. John’s unique contribution to the doctrine of sanctification will be specifically investigated. This will be pursued through the avenues of effective history (of specific Johannine texts on sanctification in early North American Pentecostal periodical literature), a narrative reading/analysis of the pertinent Johannine texts and critical engagement with modern scholarship dealing with the subject of sanctification in the Johannine writings. 152
This course examines significant issues and events in the life and teaching of Jesus. The "Historical Jesus" discussion is addressed. Particular themes in the teaching of Jesus are given special consideration. Titles, creeds, and confessions of faith receive attention. (Prerequisite: A course in one of the
This course examines the footwashing account found in John 13:1-20. The study of the topic includes: literary and critical questions concerning John 13:1-20, a historical overview of footwashing in Graeco-Roman and Jewish contexts, an exegetical analysis of John 13:1-20, a survey of the practice of footwashing in the early church, and reflection upon the implications of this study for contemporary worship.
Though often observed that the Acts narrative is the defining paradigm for Pentecostal doctrine and practice, in point of fact Mark 16.9-20 functions as the ‘litmus test’ of the early Pentecostal Movement’s fulfilling of the apostolic mandates given by Jesus and carried out by the church. Despite the well-known text critical problems surrounding the passage, the place of Mark 16.9-20 was unrivaled within the early Pentecostal literature in position and significance. Drawing on methodological approaches including, textual criticism, literary analysis, canonical criticism, and Wirkungsgeschichte, this course seeks to reappropriate Mark 16.9-20 in Pentecostal theology and practice.
This course examines Paul's letter to Philemon. It is an opportunity to study in depth one of the most interesting and timely documents of the New Testament that not only is one of the shortest "books" in the New Testament, but also shares some similarities and exhibits many differences to other extant Pauline epistles. Emphasis will be placed on the literary structure and rhetorical strategy and the specific issues addressed in Philemon. Particular attention will be given to the social context of Philemon and how this affects his strategy in addressing the social and theological issues that arose in the letter.
NT 567The Return of Jesus in New Testament Thought ()1
‘Jesus is Coming King’ is an essential part of the Five-fold Gospel which forms the theological heart of Pentecostal theology. This seminar explores this theme in the New Testament. First, an examination of each of the writings in the New Testament seeks to hear the distinctive contribution of each of these biblical voices. Following this survey, these individual voices are assembled into the choir of the New Testament in order to hear the richness and texture of these writings on this topic. A final section of the seminar is devoted to reflecting upon the results of this investigation and their implications for Pentecostal theology and ministry.
This course is designed to explore the topic of women in ministry as it is dealt with in the context of John’s Gospel. This course will focus on John’s Gospel as a lens through which the reader may gain a deeper understanding of Jesus’ view of the ministry of women. John’s unique contribution to the topic of women in ministry (as opposed to the contributions of the synoptic gospels) will also be investigated. These will be pursued by means of a narrative reading/analysis of the pertinent Johannine texts which record the conversations (with Jesus)/actions of Mary the mother of Jesus, the Samaritan woman, Mary & Martha of Bethany, and Mary Magdalene. Critical engagement with modern scholarship dealing with the topic of women in ministry in the Gospel of John will also be utilized. Practical and theological implications will be discussed. 154
An introduction to Greek paleography will be given. Attention is devoted to the causes of corruption in the transmission of the text. The methodology of choosing among variant readings is examined. Primary emphasis is given to the practice of textual criticism. A selected topic related to New Testament theology is treated each time these seminars are offered:
HISTORICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (600-699) The Word has come down to the present day through the mediation of the Church, and the Church’s understanding of the Word has influenced its own history and theology in each age. As students become acquainted with the history of the Church as an institution and with the historical development of Christian doctrine, they gain insight from the past for dealing with theology in this day, and are thus able to develop a personal theological position which is both sound and biblical and which will serve to inform and to undergird their ministry.
