RELIGION 1312 - 02 & 05 NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY
Spring 2007
MWF
1:00 P.M. – 1:50 P.M. – Mabee 220
2:00 P.M. – 2:50 P.M. – Mabee 221
Instructor:
Dr. George Loutherback
Phone:
(254) 295-5518
E-Mail:
gloutherback@umhb.edu
Office: Baptist Student Ministry (BSM), Room 9
Course Description
This course is an introduction to the New Testament and to an intelligent and
appreciative understanding of Jesus Christ, the early Christian movement, and
the doctrinal concepts and ethical ideals of Christianity.
Goals
1.
To understand the New Testament in the light of its historical and cultural
context.
2.
To interpret the message of the New Testament from a Christian
perspective.
3.
To develop basic skills in the study of the Bible.
Objectives
1.
Become knowledgeable regarding the historical, political, cultural, and
theological developments in the world during the intertestamental and
New Testament period.
2.
Learn the twenty-seven books of the New Testament and be able to recall
the story, describe the major characters, state the major themes and
identify the significant features of each book.
3.
Demonstrate familiarity with basic information about each book of the New
Testament, including authorship, date, occasion, purpose, recipients, and
type of writing.
Class Expectations
1.
Cell phones must be turned off.
2.
NO text messaging during class.
3.
Attend class.
4.
Be on time. Excessive tardiness will work against you.
5.
Appropriate dress in class is expected according to the student
handbook, page 53-54.
Example: (a) No caps/hats worn during class; and (b) all clothing
worn in class must meet University standards.
Textbooks
1.
The New Testament. The NIV Study Bible is recommended. Reading
assignments from The NIV Study Bible will be designated by “B”.
2.
.Robert Thomas and Stanley Gundry. A Harmony of the Gospels. “H” will
designate assignments from the Harmony.
3.
Atlas of the Bible Lands – Revised Edition.
Course Requirements
1.
Read the entire New Testament.
2.
Read A Harmony of the Gospels, by Robert Thomas and Stanley Gundry.
3.
Take accurate notes at each class lecture.
4.
There will be four tests. Each test will be a final.
Grading
Letter grades for the course will be determined according to the following
scale, in accordance with “The Grading System,” on page 64 in the 2005-2006
Catalog of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor:
A
=
91-100
B
=
81-90
C
=
71-80
D
=
61-70
F
=
60 and Below
Attendance
Enrollment in this class presupposes your ability to attend class on a
regular basis. Attendance can affect your final grade, either positively or
negatively. If you are borderline on a grade, high attendance can help to
raise your grade. If you miss more than four (4) class sessions without an
excused absence, your final grade will be lowered one grade. When you
miss a class you are responsible for finding out what was covered and any
changes in schedule or assignments. If you miss a test, you will be allowed to
make it up “only” if you have an excused absence. The reason should be
submitted in writing and the make-up test taken promptly. The make-up test will
be different from the original test.
Class Schedule and Assignments
January
10
Course Introduction
12
Background of the Jewish Nation
15
Holiday
17
Background of the New Testament
19
February
March
April
22
24
26
29
31
2
5
7
9
12
14
16
19
21
23
26
28
2
5
7
9
12-16
19
21
23
26
28
30
2
4
6
9
11
13
16
18
20
23
25
27
Development of the New Testament
H: 29-41
H: 42-54
H: 55-70
H: 70-85
H: 85-102
H: 103-120
H: 121-134
TEST #1
H: 134-150
H: 159-167
H: 168-186
H: 187-204
H: 205-220
H: 220-233
H: 234-239
H: 240-247
TEST # 2
B: Acts 1-8
B: Acts 9-15
B: Galatians
B: I & 2 Thessalonians
Spring Break
B: I Corinthians
B: 2 Corinthians
B: Romans
B: Acts 16-20
B: Acts 21-28
Test #3
B: Philemon & Colossians
B: Ephesians & Philippians
Holiday – Good Friday
B: 1Timothy
B: II Timothy & Titus
B: Hebrews
B: I Peter
B: II Peter & Jude
B: I, 2, 3 John
B: Background of Revelation
B: Revelation 1-15
B: Revelation 16-22