NT Introduction I: Gospels and Acts
Course Features:
This course, along with NT Introduction II, deals with the main aspects of each New Testament book with the emphasis on the practical lessons each book provides. It highlights key thematic issues in each book and draws attention to critical issues which arise in the study of these books. The survey of each book and a focus on questions of authorship, date, historical background, integrity, authenticity, and canonicity will make the student acquainted with its content, structure and main themes. This course will focus on the Gospels and Acts, with reference to issues like the Synoptic Problem, authorship, and historical accuracy.
This course, along with NT Introduction II, deals with the main aspects of each New Testament book with the emphasis on the practical lessons each book provides. It highlights key thematic issues in each book and draws attention to critical issues which arise in the study of these books. The survey of each book and a focus on questions of authorship, date, historical background, integrity, authenticity, and canonicity will make the student acquainted with its content, structure and main themes. This course will focus on the Gospels and Acts, with reference to issues like the Synoptic Problem, authorship, and historical accuracy.
Meet the Professor
Dr. Gerald Bilkes
Dr. Gerald Bilkes is a professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary (PRTS) in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He earned his PhD from Princeton Theological Seminary in 2002 and has a background in studying hermeneutics, the history of interpretation, and conversion in the Bible. Bilkes has received notable fellowships, including one from the United States Information Agency at the Albright Institute in Jerusalem.
Patrick Jones - Course author
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