Course of Study: Courses

This online course is an introduction to the role of the United Methodist pastor in biblical interpretation. Attention is given to the formation and function of the canon and to the development of a methodology of interpretation consistent with the nature of scripture. The importance of the Bible as a witness to the life and faith of ancient Israel and earliest Christianity is illustrated from a survey of representative biblical materials (focus on Genesis, Hosea, Amos, Mark, and Philippians).

Enrollment is restricted to students in the Pastors Course of Study correspondence program. For more information, contact Lynn Daye at the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Registration fee and enrollment key required.

This course interprets the developing institutions and traditions of Israel and examines the varying ways in which the Hebrew people understood critical events of their history as acts of God. Attention is given to the earliest covenants, the Exodus, the rise of the monarchy, and other events up to the eighth-century prophets.

Enrollment is restricted to students of the Pastors Course of Study correspondence program. For more information, contact Lynn Daye at the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Registration fee and enrollment key required.

This course presents a panoramic view of the content, main characteristics, and message of the books of the New Testament in light of their historical, political, socioeconomic, cultural, and relgious environment, as well as their importace as literary expressions of the faith and history of the early church. The practice of exegesis is again emphasized, with special focus on Luke, Acts, Romans, 1 Corinthians, and Galatians.

Enrollment is restricted to students of the Pastors Course of Study correspondence program. For more information, contact Lynn Daye at the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Registration fee and enrollment key required.

This course continues to examine the Word of God as it was expressed through some of Israel's prophets, selected psalms, and passages from the Book of Job. Students will focus on the biblical message as a whole by integrating this year's study with previous study of the Bible, develop greater familiarity with a number of the great passages in the designated books, continue exegetical practice, and explore assigned passages as relevant for preaching, mission, and ministry by today's pastor and congregation.

Enrollment is restricted to students of the Pastors Course of Study correspondence program. For more information, contact Lynn Daye at the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Registration fee and enrollment key required.

This course continues the third year New Testament course, but focuses on the exegesis of assigned texts. It emphasizes the integration of previous learning in exegesis and biblical studies with contextualization in the practice of ministry. Special emphasis includes the books of Matthew, John, James, and Revelation.

Enrollment is restricted to students of the Pastors Course of Study correspondence program. For more information, contact Lynn Daye at the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Registration fee and enrollment key required.