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CRS324Arts2 Unitsintermediate

New Testament Theology

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of New Testament Theology. It explores the activities and challenges faced by the early Christian community under divine guidance. The course examines the relationship between New Testament theology and other theological disciplines, as well as its connections to the Old Testament, Jewish and Hellenistic practices, and pagan influences. Students will learn about the definition, nature, structure, development, and critical studies related to New Testament theology, enabling them to evaluate contemporary issues in light of biblical narratives.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
New TestamentTheologyKingdom of GodChristologyHoly Spirit

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Branches of Theology

2

Historical Development of New Testament Theology

3

Biblical Criticism

4

The Kingdom of God

5

Christology

6

The Holy Spirit

7

Sin and Salvation

8

Pauline Theology

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Course Overview

3h

Course Guide

3 study hours
  • Read the course guide to understand the course structure, objectives, and assessment methods.
  • Complete the course guide form and submit it to your tutorial facilitator.
Week
2

Module 1: The Discipline of Theology and New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 1: Introductory Materials to New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Define the different branches of theology and their tasks.
  • Explain the connection between New Testament and Biblical Theology.
  • Define New Testament Theology and explain its nature and structure.
  • Identify right and wrong approaches to New Testament Theology.
Week
3

Module 1: The Discipline of Theology and New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 2: Development of New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Trace the development of New Testament theology from the Middle Ages through the Reformation Era.
  • State the relationship between Biblical Criticism and New Testament Theology.
  • Identify the differences between various branches of biblical criticism.
  • List the pros and cons of each method of studying New Testament Theology.
Week
4

Module 1: The Discipline of Theology and New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 3: The Nature of New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Identify the central figure of New Testament Theology.
  • Account for how the mission of Christ has contributed to the unity of New Testament Theology.
  • Define Kerygma and show the link it provides between the Old Testament, the Gospels, and the apostles.
Week
5

Module 1: The Discipline of Theology and New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 4: Jewish Background to the New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Account for the relationship between the Old and New Testament.
  • Identify the contributions of Jewish literature to the coming of Christ.
  • List terms and concepts in the New Testament influenced by Jewish literature.
  • Familiarize yourself with the Apocrypha books.
Week
6

Module 1: The Discipline of Theology and New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 5: Hellenistic Background to New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Identify the influence of Philo on the New Testament.
  • Identify the positive and negative influences of Gnosticism.
  • List ideas and words New Testament authors took from Greek and Roman cultural and social activities.
  • List the contributions of mystery religions.
Week
7

Module 2: The Kingdom of God in New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 1: John the Baptist and the Kingdom of God

3 study hours
  • Discuss the character of John and his parents.
  • Discover the things that played the prophets role during the 400 years of silence.
  • Compare John with other Old Testament prophets.
  • Give account of the Theological meaning of John's baptism.
Week
8

Module 2: The Kingdom of God in New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 2: The Meaning and the Presence of the Kingdom of God

3 study hours
  • Define the kingdom of God.
  • List the signs of the presence of the kingdom of God.
  • Judge whether the kingdom of God is still present in our time.
  • Discuss the nature of this world.
  • Identify the relationship between the Church and the Kingdom.
Week
9

Module 2: The Kingdom of God in New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 3: Understanding the God of the Kingdom

3 study hours
  • List the parables that express God's nature of seeking.
  • State what God seeks people to do.
  • Explain the parable of the Great Banquet in relation to the inviting God.
  • Identify the gifts that accompany the great gift of the kingdom.
Week
10

Module 2: The Kingdom of God in New Testament Theology

3h

Unit 4: The Mystery and Ethics of the Kingdom of God

3 study hours
  • Explain what we mean by the Kingdom of God.
  • List the parables that exemplify the mystery of the Kingdom of God.
  • Identify the attitudes of scholars to the ethical teaching of Jesus Christ.
  • List the most prominent ethical issues discussed by Christ.
Week
11

Module 3: The Theology of God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Man and Paul

3h

Unit 1: The Doctrine of God in the New Testament

3 study hours
  • Discuss the doctrine of creation in the New Testament.
  • Explain how God takes care of creation.
  • Be familiar with the central ideas of each of the titles of God.
  • Explain what we mean by attributes of God.
Week
12

Module 3: The Theology of God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Man and Paul

3h

Unit 2: Christology of the New Testament

3 study hours
  • Discuss the messiahship of Christ.
  • Explain why Christ is called Son of David.
  • Compare the Old Testament usage of the servant of God with that of Christ.
  • List the meanings of the name 'Son of Man'.
  • Explain the various ways that the title Lord apply to Christ.
Week
13

Module 3: The Theology of God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Man and Paul

3h

Unit 3: Man and the World in New Testament Theology

3 study hours
  • Identify the different spiritual agencies that exist in this world.
  • Trace the human journey from creation to his present state and find out the root of human problems.
  • Explain man's standing with God after the fall.
  • List the different terms used in the New Testament by different authors for sin.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their feedback to identify areas of weakness.

2

Create concept maps linking key themes like Kingdom of God, Christology, and the Holy Spirit.

3

Focus on understanding the different approaches to New Testament Theology (e.g., synthetic, analytical).

4

Pay close attention to the historical and cultural contexts of the New Testament writings.

5

Practice answering essay questions on major topics such as sin, salvation, and the role of Christ.

6

Allocate specific study time to each module, prioritizing those with higher unit counts.

7

Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex concepts and share insights.

8

Create flashcards for key terms, names, and events to aid memorization.

9

Review the learning objectives at the beginning of each unit to ensure comprehensive coverage.

10

Practice time management by simulating exam conditions and timing yourself while answering questions.

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