Old Testament Survey 1 Life Applications from Genesis through Esther Name Date Course Grade Session 1: Genesis... 3 Session 2: Exodus... 7 Session 3: Leviticus and Numbers... 11 Session 4: Deuteronomy... 15 Session 5: Joshua... 19 Session 6: Judges and Ruth... 23 Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam... 27 Session 8: 1 and 2 Samuel... 29 Session 9: 1 and 2 Kings... 33 Session 10: 1 and 2 Chronicles... 38 Session 11: Ezra... 43 Session 12: Nehemiah and Esther... 46 Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers... 50 Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam... 51 Course Description This course focuses on how to apply and teach the Pentateuch and the historical books of the Old Testament, covering Genesis through Esther, including God s special dealings with Israel from the time of the patriarchs to their return after the Babylonian exile. Topics include authorship, date, historical context, literary forms, themes, and applications. Students will create visual projects and applications for making disciples. Required Textbooks 1. Jeremiah Study Bible. Annotated by Dr. David Jeremiah. Worthy Publishing, 2013. CBD 9781936034895 2. Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe. Wiersbe Bible Commentary: Old Testament. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2007. CBD 9780781445405 3. Dr. Harold L. Willmington. Willmington s Bible Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 1997. CBD 9780842381741 4. Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Edited by Charles Draper. Nashville, TN: Holman Reference, 2003. CBD 9780805428360 Additional Books for Pastors, Leaders, and Advanced Students 5. Dr. Harold L. Willmington, Willmington s Guide to the Bible. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 2011. CBD 9781414329710 6. Holman Book of Biblical Charts, Maps, and Reconstructions. Edited by Marsha A. Ellis Smith. Nashville, TN: Holman Reference, 1993. CBD Internet Resources - 4truth.net * bible.org * blueletterbible.org * gotquestions.org * helpmewithbiblestudy.org * jeremiahstudybible.com * leestrobel.com * lifeway.com * ministrygrid.com * www.namb.net * nextgenleader.net * sendnetwork.com/ * wayofthemaster.com/ Professors Click here to receive the Notes by email. The intent of this course is to equip you with the Word of God, to strengthen your character and integrity, and to develop your relational and servant-leadership skills for the glory of God. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 1 gwoods@socalsem.edu
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Session 1: The Old Testament and Genesis Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study the Old Testament and Genesis in the textbooks. Explore the resources on Genesis in the Jeremiah Study Bible and the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. The process of writing develops neural connections and strengthens the brain. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Genesis? 2 What is significant about the outline to the book Genesis? 3 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Beginnings? 4 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Disobedience? 5 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Sin s Impact? 6 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Promises? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 3 gwoods@socalsem.edu
7 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Obedience? 8 What does the book of Genesis teach about the theme of Prosperity? 9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Adam? 10 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Noah? 11 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Abraham? 12 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Jacob? 13 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Joseph? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 4 gwoods@socalsem.edu
14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Genesis did you find most helpful? 15 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Genesis did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Old Testament? (1216) 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Genesis? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 5 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes Writing journal reflections is an opportunity to experience life change and develop Christian character. Thinking about what you are learning and discussing how to apply it makes learning practical and meaningful. Reflecting on Christian virtues integrity, honesty, self-control, charity, generosity, diligence, persistence, patience, kindness, compassion, courage, and humility is a key component of character development. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Requests you need to pray? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be grateful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others concerning times of persecution, struggle, suffering, temptation, or trial? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. The group activity is an opportunity for students to display their thinking visually. Displaying thinking brings ideas to life and engages the whole learning team in the creative thinking process. Over 80% of adults are visual and relational learners. This is a key component to creativity, collaboration, cooperation, and team leadership. Students learn better together. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 6 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 2: Exodus Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Exodus in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Exodus? 2 What is significant about the outline to the book Exodus? 3 What does the book of Exodus teach about the theme of Slavery? 4 What does the book of Exodus teach about the theme of Redemption? 5 What does the book of Exodus teach about the theme of Guidance? 6 What does the book of Exodus teach about the theme of The Ten Commandments? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 7 gwoods@socalsem.edu
7 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Moses? 8 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Jethro? 9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Aaron? 10 How did Jesus expound on the Ten Commandments? 11 What lessons can we apply from the key tabernacle pieces? 12 What is the threefold division of the Law? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 8 gwoods@socalsem.edu
13 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Exodus did you find most helpful? 14 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Exodus did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Exodus? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Tabernacles? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 9 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. Be prepared to discuss these applications in class. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 10 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 3: Leviticus and Numbers Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Leviticus and Numbers in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Wworth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Leviticus? 2 What does the book of Leviticus teach about the theme of Sacrifice/Offering? 3 What does the book of Leviticus teach about the theme of Worship? 4 What does the book of Leviticus teach about the theme of Health and Sex? 5 What does the book of Leviticus teach about the theme of Holiness? 6 What lessons can we apply from the five key offerings? 7 What lessons can we apply from the Old and New Systems of Sacrifice? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 11 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 What did the seven major feasts remind the Israelites about? 9 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Leviticus did you find most helpful? 10 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Leviticus did you find most helpful? 11 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Numbers? 12 What does the book of Numbers teach about the theme of Rebellion? 13 What does the book of Numbers teach about the theme of Wandering? 14 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Caleb? 15 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Korah? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 12 gwoods@socalsem.edu
16 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Balaam? 17 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Numbers did you find most helpful? 18 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Numbers did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Leviticus? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Numbers? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 13 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 14 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 4: Deuteronomy Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Deuteronomy in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Deuteronomy? 2 What is significant about the outline to the book Deuteronomy? 3 What does the book of Deuteronomy teach about the theme of History? 4 What does the book of Deuteronomy teach about the theme of Laws? 5 What does the book of Deuteronomy teach about the theme of Love? 6 What does the book of Deuteronomy teach about the theme of Choices? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 15 gwoods@socalsem.edu
7 What does the book of Deuteronomy teach about the theme of Teaching Our Children? 8 How are we to obey God according to Deuteronomy 8:1? 9 How did Israel s worship use all of the five senses? How does today s worship use all of the five senses? 10 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What were the main points in Moses sermon ONE (Deut. 1-4)? (92-94) 11 What were the main points in Moses sermon TWO (Deut. 5-26)? (94-100) 12 What were the main points in Moses sermon THREE (Deut. 27-30)? (100-101) 13 What were the main points in Moses sermon FOUR (Deut. 31-34)? (101-102) 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 16 gwoods@socalsem.edu
14 How does Deuteronomy portray God? (103-104) 15 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Deuteronomy did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Deuteronomy? 2 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 17 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 18 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 5: Joshua Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Joshua in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Joshua? 2 What is significant about the outline to the book Joshua? 3 What does the book of Joshua teach about the theme of Success? 4 What does the book of Joshua teach about the theme of Faith? 5 What does the book of Joshua teach about the theme of Guidance? 6 What does the book of Joshua teach about the theme of Leadership? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 19 gwoods@socalsem.edu
7 What does the book of Joshua teach about the theme of Conquest? 8 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Joshua? 9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Rahab? 10 What life lessons can we apply from the Names of God? 11 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Joshua did you find most helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 20 gwoods@socalsem.edu
12 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Joshua did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Joshua? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Canaan? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 21 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 22 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 6: Judges and Ruth Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Judges and Ruth in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Judges? 2 What does the book of Judges teach about the theme of Decline/Compromise? 3 What does the book of Judges teach about the theme of Decay/Apostasy? 4 What does the book of Judges teach about the theme of Defeat/Oppression? 5 What does the book of Judges teach about the theme of Repentance? 6 What does the book of Judges teach about the theme of Deliverance/Heroes? 7 Why did Israel want to worship idols? Why do people want to reject faith? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 23 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Deborah? 9 What lessons can we apply from how God uses common people to do His work like you and me? 10 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Gideon? 11 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Delilah? 12 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Judges did you find most helpful? 13 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Ruth? 14 What does the book of Ruth teach about the theme of Faithfulness? 15 What does the book of Ruth teach about the theme of Kindness? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 24 gwoods@socalsem.edu
16 What does the book of Ruth teach about the theme of Integrity? 17 What does the book of Ruth teach about the theme of Protection? 18 What does the book of Ruth teach about the theme of Prosperity/Blessing? 19 What life lessons can we apply from the lives of Ruth and Naomi? 20 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Ruth did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Judges? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Ruth? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 25 gwoods@socalsem.edu
3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Students 20 minutes Professor will coach students in writing their term papers. Professor will coach students in reviewing for the exam. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 26 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam Name Date Points /100 The midterm exam is worth 100 points. The exam is a review of the key applications to develop long-term memory and experience transformational life change. By reviewing the study guides each year students will be able to refresh their memories and retrieve what they have learned. Applications for Leaders from the Law and Historical Books 1 What are the key applications in Genesis? 2 What are the key applications in Exodus? 3 What are the key applications in Leviticus? 4 What are the key applications in Numbers? 5 What are the key applications in Deuteronomy? 6 What are the key applications in Joshua? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 27 gwoods@socalsem.edu
7 What are the key applications in Judges 8 What are the key applications in Ruth? 9 What are the Ten Commandments in order? 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 10 What are The 34 Old Testament events? 1 18 2 19 3 20 4 21 5 22 6 23 7 24 8 25 9 26 10 27 11 28 12 29 13 30 14 31 15 32 16 33 17 34 Group Activity 60 minutes After the exam, the professor will coach students in working on term papers. Encourage students to debrief and share what they have learned in the course. Discuss how to recruit new students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Make a list of prospective students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Students are encouraged to invite their pastors, church leaders, friends, and family to the next session. Distribute promotional materials and syllabus for the next courses. Register students and order books for the next course. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 28 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 8: 1 and 2 Samuel Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study 1 and 2 Samuel in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 1 Samuel? 2 What does the book of 1 Samuel teach about the theme of God s Control? 3 What does the book of 1 Samuel teach about the theme of Leadership? 4 What does the book of 1 Samuel teach about the theme of Obedience is better than sacrifice? 5 What does the book of 1 Samuel teach about the theme of God s Faithfulness? 6 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Eli? 7 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Samuel? 8 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Saul? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 29 gwoods@socalsem.edu
9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of David? 10 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 1 Samuel did you find most helpful? 11 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 2 Samuel? 12 What does the book of 2 Samuel teach about the theme of Personal Greatness? 13 What does the book of 2 Samuel teach about the theme of Justice? 14 What does the book of 2 Samuel teach about the theme of Consequences of Sin? 15 What does the book of 2 Samuel teach about the theme of Feet of Clay? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 30 gwoods@socalsem.edu
16 What are the 7 Covenants God has made with His people? (2 Samuel 9) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Nathan? 18 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Absalom? 19 What life lessons can we apply from the highs and lows of David s life? 20 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 2 Samuel did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 1 Samuel? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 2 Samuel? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 31 gwoods@socalsem.edu
3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes Writing journal reflections is an opportunity to experience life change and develop Christian character. Thinking about what you are learning and discussing how to apply it makes learning practical and meaningful. Reflecting on Christian virtues integrity, honesty, self-control, charity, generosity, diligence, persistence, patience, kindness, compassion, courage, and humility is a key component of character development. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 32 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 9: 1 and 2 Kings Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study 1 and 2 Kings in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 1 Kings? 2 What does the book of 1 Kings teach about the theme of The King? 3 What does the book of 1 Kings teach about the theme of The Temple? 4 What does the book of 1 Kings teach about the theme of Other gods? 5 What does the book of 1 Kings teach about the theme of The Prophet s Message? 6 What does the book of 1 Kings teach about the theme of Sin and Repentance? 7 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Bathsheba? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 33 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Solomon? 9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Jeroboam? 10 What life lessons can we apply from the appeal of idols and the modern parallel of hedonism? 11 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 1 Kings did you find most helpful? 12 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 2 Kings? 13 What does the book of 2 Kings teach about the theme of Idolatry? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 34 gwoods@socalsem.edu
14 What does the book of 2 Kings teach about the theme of Evil kings? 15 What does the book of 2 Kings teach about the theme of God s patience? 16 What does the book of 2 Kings teach about the theme of Judgment? 17 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Elisha? 18 Why did people continually turn to idols instead of to God? 19 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Hezekiah? 20 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Josiah? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 35 gwoods@socalsem.edu
21 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 2 Kings did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 1 Kings? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 2 Kings? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 36 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 37 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 10: 1 and 2 Chronicles Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study 1 and 2 Chronicles in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 1 Chronicles? 2 What does the book of 1 Chronicles teach about the theme of Israel s history? 3 What does the book of 1 Chronicles teach about the theme of God s people? 4 What does the book of 1 Chronicles teach about the theme of David, the king? 5 What does the book of 1 Chronicles teach about the theme of True worship? 6 What key life lessons can we apply from the who s who in the Bible? 7 What principles to live by did King David give to his son Solomon in 1 Chronicles 28:9-10? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 38 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 1 Chronicles did you find most helpful? 9 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to 2 Chronicles? 10 What does the book of 2 Chronicles teach about the theme of the Temple? 11 What does the book of 2 Chronicles teach about the theme of Peace? 12 What does the book of 2 Chronicles teach about the theme of Prayer? 13 What does the book of 2 Chronicles teach about the theme of Reform? 14 What does the book of 2 Chronicles teach about the theme of National collapse? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 39 gwoods@socalsem.edu
15 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Rehoboam? 16 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Jehoshaphat? 17 What life lessons can we apply from the reasons and results of Bible persecutions? 18 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Josiah? 19 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Uzziah? 20 What lessons can we apply from the great revivals in the Bible? 22 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 2 Chronicles did you find most helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 40 gwoods@socalsem.edu
For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 1 Chronicles? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in 2 Chronicles? 3 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 41 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 42 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 11: Ezra Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Ezra in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Bible Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to the book of Ezra? 2 What is significant about the outline to the book Ezra? 3 What does the book of Ezra teach about the theme of The Jews return? 4 What does the book of Ezra teach about the theme of Rededication? 5 What does the book of Ezra teach about the theme of Opposition? 6 What does the book of Ezra teach about the theme of God s Word? 7 What does the book of Ezra teach about the theme of Faith and Action? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 43 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 What lessons can we apply from the prophecies fulfilled by the return of Israel from exile? 9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Zerubbabel? 10 What significant messages can we apply from the postexilic prophets? 11 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Ezra? 12 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Ezra did you find most helpful? 13 Willmington s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Ezra did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Ezra? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 44 gwoods@socalsem.edu
2 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Advanced Students 20 minutes In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 45 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 12: Nehemiah and Esther Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions 60 minutes Study Nehemiah and Esther in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to Nehemiah? 2 What does the book of Nehemiah teach about the theme of Vision? 3 What does the book of Nehemiah teach about the theme of Prayer? 4 What does the book of Nehemiah teach about the theme of Leadership? 5 What does the book of Nehemiah teach about the theme of Problems? 6 What does the book of Nehemiah teach about the theme of Repentance/Revival? 7 What key life lessons can we apply from Nehemiah? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 46 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Nehemiah did you find most helpful? 9 Study Bible and Willmington s Handbook. What are the key ideas in the introduction to Esther? 10 What does the book of Esther teach about the theme of God s sovereignty? 11 What does the book of Esther teach about the theme of Racial hatred? 12 What does the book of Esther teach about the theme of Deliverance/Purim? 13 What does the book of Esther teach about the theme of Action? 14 What does the book of Esther teach about the theme of Wisdom? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 47 gwoods@socalsem.edu
15 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Mordecai? 16 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Esther? 17 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Esther did you find most helpful? For Advanced Students 1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Nehemiah? 2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Esther? 3 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in Persia? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 48 gwoods@socalsem.edu
4 What resources in the Old Testament Notes or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful? Journal Reflections and Applications 40 minutes As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. 1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others? 2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others? 3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity for Students 20 minutes Professor will coach students in preparing for student presentations by creating illustrations, charts, or visuals. Students are encouraged to invite pastors, church leaders, friends, and family to session 13 to watch student presentations. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 49 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers Student Presentations Name Date Points /100 Contribute to a group or individual presentation on a sermon from the Pentateuch or one of the historical books of the Old Testament. This group project can be a PowerPoint presentation, dramatic skit, role-play, charts, or drawings (15-20 minutes). This will assist student-leaders in developing the creative/critical thinking and teamwork skills essential to effective teaching and servant-leadership. The presentations are an opportunity for students to learn to work together. Students benefit from group interaction as they communicate, cooperate, and collaborate. The public speaking component of this assignment along with formative feedback helps students gain experience and confidence. Students learn best in professional learning communities. Term Paper Name Date Points /150 Type a 10- to 15-page term paper or booklet titled Applications for Leaders from Old Testament Survey 1 based on the textbooks, online articles, course notes, and other sources. Be sure to footnote all the ideas, paraphrases, and direct quotes in your paper, whether from books or the Internet. Text should be double-spaced. Font should be Times New Roman 12. Begin with an introduction and conclude with an application or call for commitment. Include illustrations and charts. This will assist student-leaders in developing the creative/critical thinking and writing skills essential to effective servant-leadership. Writing is a vital skill in ministry. The term paper is an opportunity for students to enhance their writing skills. The term paper is where students collect the ideas of mentors in books to fully develop and utilize them. Students multiply their ministry as they communicate what they are learning to family, friends, and those they minister to in written form. Writing helps clarify ideas. Studies indicate that students benefit from the opportunity to both write and speak in formal settings. Evaluated writing is a key component of learning, communicating, and leading. How Term Papers Are Graded Papers of 15 pages and zero errors earn 150 points. Papers of 14 pages and with less than 2 errors earn 140 points. Papers of 13 pages and with less than 3 errors earn 130 points. Papers of 12 pages and with less than 4 errors earn 120 points. Papers of 11 pages and with less than 5 errors earn 110 points. Papers of 10 pages and with less than 6 errors earn 100 points. Papers of 9 pages and with less than 7 errors earn 90 points. Papers of 8 pages and with less than 8 errors earn 80 points. Papers with 8 errors or more earn an NC and need to be resubmitted. Group Activity for Students 20 minutes Professor will coach students in preparing for and improving student presentations. Professor will coach students in reviewing for the final exam. Professor will coach students in revising the term paper. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 50 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam Name Date Points /100 The final exam is worth 100 points. The exam is a review of the key applications to develop long-term memory and experience transformational life change. By reviewing the study guides each year students will be able to refresh their memories and retrieve what they have learned. Applications for Leaders from the Law and the Historical Books 1 What are the key applications in 1 Samuel? 2 What are the key applications in 2 Samuel? 3 What are the key applications in 1 Kings? 4 What are the key applications in 2 Kings? 5 What are the key applications in 1 Chronicles? 6 What are the key applications in 2 Chronicles? 7 What are the key applications in Ezra? 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 51 gwoods@socalsem.edu
8 What are the key applications in Nehemiah? 9 What are the key applications in Esther? 10 What are the Ten Commandments in order? 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 11 What are The 34 Old Testament events? 1 18 2 19 3 20 4 21 5 22 6 23 7 24 8 25 9 26 10 27 11 28 12 29 13 30 14 31 15 32 16 33 17 34 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 52 gwoods@socalsem.edu
Course Evaluation and Debriefing 1 What made the course awesome for you? What learning activities did you enjoy most? What assignments were most helpful? How did this course help you experience life transformation? 2 How have you applied what you learned during this course? What difference is it making? How did this course strengthen your relationship with Jesus and fellow believers? Group Activity 60 minutes Encourage students to debrief and share what they have learned in the course. Discuss how to recruit new students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Make a list of prospective students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Students are encouraged to invite their pastors, church leaders, and friends to the next course. Distribute promotional materials and syllabus for the next courses. Register students and order books for the next course. Transfer of Credits to Southern California Seminary Transfer Credits: To transfer credits from Equip Biblical Institute to Southern California Seminary, students must present a complete portfolio. The portfolio consists of the questions, journal reflections, term papers, and exams for each course. Upon successful completion of the courses, students may transfer up to 66 units into the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies degree. If the portfolio for a course is not complete, the credits may not be transferable. Transformational Learning Tip: By reviewing this portfolio once a year as part of a commitment to life change you will exponentially increase your memory and ability to apply this material to your life, family, and ministry. Based on best practices for learning and neural science key concepts are repeated in multiple courses to support the life-long learning process. 2014 Equip Biblical Institute 53 gwoods@socalsem.edu