DESCRIPTION:

This course will introduce the content, structure, and interrelationship of the four Gospels. In addition to considering and employing methods important to the study of the Gospels, we will explore the theological and literary purposes of each Gospel and their historical value as sources for the life of Jesus of Nazareth.

Central to our understanding of Jesus, the Gospels are important documents for all believers. Those who complete this course should gain a more comprehensive understanding of the life of Jesus, his teachings and miracles, and the kingdom of God, all of which will enhance the student's theological world and ministry.

The course, which consists of lectures and discussion, will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions.

Aland, Kurt. Synopsis of the Four Gospels. Greek-English, 7th ed. United Bible Societies, 1984. OR the same synopsis in English only.

Bockmuehl, M. This Jesus: Martyr, Lord, Messiah. InterVarsity, 1996.

Brown, R. E. An Introduction to the New Testament. Doubleday, 1997.

Stanton, G. N. The Gospels and Jesus. Oxford University Press, 1989.

Barton, S. C. The Spirituality of the Gospels. SPCK, 1992.

Green, J. B., S. McKnight, and I. H. Marshall, eds. Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels. InterVarsity, 1992.

Ladd, G. E. A Theology of the New Testament. Rev. ed. Eerdmans, 1993.

1. An exegetical/theological paper (3000 words) on a given pericope from the Gospels.

2. An exam on the content of the Gospels.

3. A final examination covering lectures and reading.

None.

Meets M. Div. core requirement in New Testament 1 (NT1).

Yes.