Track One “Mastering the New Testament,” will be geared for those who want a better understanding of the New Testament. The process will begin with the Gospels and continue through the Book of Revelation. Persons finishing this track will have a knowledge of each of the authors and they will know the purpose behind what they wrote. They will know to whom the letters were being written.
This class will give the student understanding of Christ’s life and how the church began and continued after His death. It concludes with the future of what we can expect as a Christian.

Track 1 - Mastering the New Testament - Courses:

Synoptic Gospels
Synoptic means “to see together.” We call Matthew, Mark, and Luke the Synoptic Gospels because they see things together. They describe the life and teachings of Christ in the same way. In this class you will learn about each of the three writers. You will also learn of Jesus’ early years, His travels, His teachings, His expectations, His predictions and His fulfillment.

John’s Gospel
John’s Gospel centers on the person of Jesus. It deals with many of the intimate details of Jesus’ life, His teachings, and His claims that are not found in the other gospels. His closest human associate, John, known as His beloved disciple, paints a vivid description of Christ in His years of ministry.

Book of Acts
This is a study of the book of Acts. Learn how the Spirit was poured out and how the church was birthed. Learn how the scriptures were fulfilled; how the gospel would be preached in Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth. You will learn of Peter’s new found boldness and Paul’s determination.
Romans - Justified by Faith
An in depth study of Romans. It focuses on Paul’s explanation and offers insight into doctrines of sin, salvation, and sanctification. You will learn how union with Christ and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit leads to spiritual growth.

General Letters (1&2 Corinthians, 1&2 Thessalonians and Galatians)
This is a study of the first five letters that the Apostle Paul wrote. Learn the reason Paul addresses these letters, to whom they were written, and why they were written. Early in Paul’s ministry he faced difficult circumstances, which caused division in the church. Paul instructed them through his letters. We can use these letters in dealing with issues facing the church today.

Prison Letters (Colossians, Philippians, Ephesians and Philemon)
Study these four books, which Paul wrote during his first Roman imprisonment. You will understand the principles of why Paul wrote these books and to whom he is writing. Understand Paul’s reasons for writing to a slave owner. In this study, you will learn who Christ is and what He has accomplished. You will also learn who we are in Christ and our Christian responsibility.

Pastoral Letters (1&2 Timothy and Titus)
The two letters addressed to Timothy and the one to Titus are collectively called the “Pastoral Letters,” not only since they are addressed to some early Christian pastors, but because they give instructions about the qualifications and responsibilities of people who are to serve as pastors of local congregations.

Hebrews
The book of Hebrews may have been the most profound book written. It is also one of the most difficult for modern people to understand. One person said, “It is a delight for the person who enjoys puzzles.” The logic and flow of thought are unusual for most people. Despite the many areas of uncertainty, the book of Hebrews yields rich results to the person who will study it.

Minor Letters (James, Jude, 1 2 3 John, and 1&2 Peter)
These are sometimes called minor letters. Most scholars put them together for study, although they are written for different reasons. Some address the church while others are written to individuals. These seven books, although small in content, contain a vast amount of information for your daily walk with Christ.

The Book of Revelation
Sometimes this book can seem mystical in nature, because it is looking into the future of what is to come. You will look at the rapture of the church, various views of the tribulation and millennium. It also looks at the second coming of Christ, and the New Jerusalem. God shows us there is going to be an end to the world, as we know it. He also shows us of a glorious new beginning and that there is nothing the Christian should fear.

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