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1 Name Date Course Grade Session 1: Introduction to the General Epistles and Hebrews Session 2: Hebrews 5-10: Jesus Our High Priest... 5 Session 3: Hebrews 11-13: Heroes of Faith... 8 Session 4: James: Living Faith Session 5: 1 Peter: Holy Living and the Second Coming Session 6: 2 Peter: True and False Prophecy Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam Session 8: 1 John: Walking in Fellowship Session 9: 2 and 3 John: Walking in Love and Walking in Truth Session 10: Jude: Contending for the Faith Session 11: The Revelation of Jesus Christ Session 12: The Revelation of Jesus Christ Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers Session 14: Study Guide for Final Exam Course Description This course focuses on how to apply and teach the General Epistles and the Book of Revelation in the New Testament. Topics include authorship, date, historical context, literary form, and themes. Students will create a panorama and a written summary of applications from the Epistle of James through the Book of Revelation for use in disciple making, leadership development, and church planting. Required Textbooks 1. Life Application Study Bible. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe. The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: New Testament. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, Dr. Harold L. Willmington. Willmington s Bible Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Edited by Charles Draper, Chad Brand, Archie England. Holman Reference, Additional Books for Advanced Students and Pastors 5. Neil S. Wilson and Linda K. Taylor. Tyndale Handbook of Bible Charts & Maps. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, Dr. Charles R. Swindoll and Gary Matlack. God s Masterwork, Vol. 5: 2 Thessalonians through Revelation. Dallas, TX: Word, Signs of Life New Testament. Annotated by David Jeremiah. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, To receive the MS Word version of the portfolio the professor. Equip Biblical Institute

2 Session 1: Introduction to the General Epistles and Hebrews 1-4 Name Date Points /50 Overview of Syllabus (10 minutes) Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. Writing answers to questions is an opportunity to train your mind to actively observe, analyze, interpret, and summarize key concepts before class, which will then be applied in class. Learners remember more of what they actively discuss and apply than what they passively read and hear. This is a key component of accelerated adult learning. Each student must do the assignment before class so that the entire group can benefit from observations, interpretations, and applications. Students learn better together. 1. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in Letter New Testament? (1027) 2. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of Hebrews? (2218) 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Christ Is Superior in the letter to the Hebrews? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of High Priest in the letter to the Hebrews? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sacrifice in the letter to the Hebrews? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Maturity in the letter to the Hebrews? Equip Biblical Institute

3 7. What is the importance of the megatheme of Faith in the letter to the Hebrews? 8. What is the importance of the megatheme of Endurance in the letter to the Hebrews? 9. In the Life Application Bible, what are the lessons from Christ s humanity? (2221) 10. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 1-4 did you find most insightful or helpful? ( ) 11. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, focusing on Hebrews 1-4, what background information did you find most insightful in Hebrews, Letter to the? (737) 12. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 1-2? 13. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 3-4? 14. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, focusing on Hebrews 1-4, what comments did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

4 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) Writing journal reflections is an opportunity to experience transformational life change and develop Christian character. Thinking about what you are learning and discussing how to apply it with others has a way of making learning practical and meaningful. Reflection on Christian virtues (sexual purity, integrity, honesty, self-control, charity, generosity, diligence, persistence, patience, kindness, compassion, courage, and humility) is a key component of character development. 1. What is it that you really want to learn in this course? In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals. The group activity and presentations is an opportunity to display your thinking in charts, graphs, illustrations, and drawings. Displaying your thinking brings ideas to life and engages the whole group in the creative thinking process. Students learn better together. Over 80% of adults are visual and relational learners. This is a key component to creativity, collaboration, cooperation, and team leadership as well as in teaching the Bible. Equip Biblical Institute

5 Session 2: Hebrews 5-10: Jesus Our High Priest Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Review Hebrews, Letter to the in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, focusing on Hebrews 5-10, what background information did you find most insightful in Hebrews, Letter to the? (737) 2. In the Life Application Bible, what are the choices of maturity? (2225) 3. What are the choices of immaturity? (2225) 4. What do we learn about Abraham in the New Testament? (2227) 5. What do we learn about The Old and New Covenants? (2231) 6. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 5-6 did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

6 7. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 7-8 did you find most insightful or helpful? 8. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 9-10 did you find most insightful or helpful? 9. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 5-6? 10. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 7-8? 11. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 9-10? 12. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, focusing on Hebrews 5-10, what comments did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

7 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in Hebrews Equip Biblical Institute

8 Session 3: Hebrews 11-13: Heroes of Faith Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Review Hebrews, Letter to the in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, focusing on Hebrews 11-13, what background information did you find most insightful in Hebrews, Letter to the? (737) 2. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 11:1-23 did you find most insightful or helpful? 3. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 11:24-40 did you find most insightful or helpful? 4. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 12:1-13 did you find most insightful or helpful? 5. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 12:14-28 did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

9 6. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Hebrews 13 did you find most insightful or helpful? 7. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 11? 8. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 12? 9. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful in Hebrews 13? 10. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, focusing on Hebrews 11-13, what comments did you find most insightful or helpful? 11. ADVANCED: How would you summarize the letter to the Hebrews in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

10 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in Hebrews. Equip Biblical Institute

11 Session 4: James: Living Faith Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read James, Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of James? (2113) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Living Faith in the letter of James? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Trials in the letter of James? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Law of Love in the letter of James? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Wise Speech in the letter of James? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Wealth in the letter of James? 7. Why is it wrong to show favoritism to the wealthy? (2247) Equip Biblical Institute

12 8. What are the comparisons between speech motivated by God and His wisdom versus speech motivated by Satan? (2251) 9. What are the lessons we can learn from faith that works? (2253) 10. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in James 1 about genuine religion did you find most insightful or helpful? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in James 2 about genuine faith did you find most insightful or helpful? 12. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in James 3-5 about genuine wisdom did you find most insightful or helpful? 13. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on the letter of James? 14. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in James, Letter of? Equip Biblical Institute

13 15. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on the letter of James? 16. ADVANCED: How would you summarize the letter of James in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

14 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in James. Equip Biblical Institute

15 Session 5: 1 Peter: Holy Living and the Second Coming Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Peter, First Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of 1 Peter? (2255) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Salvation in 1 Peter? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Persecution in 1 Peter? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of God s Family in 1 Peter? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Family Life in 1 Peter? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Judgment in 1 Peter? 7. What is biblical submission? (2261) Equip Biblical Institute

16 8. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 Peter 1 did you find most insightful or helpful? 9. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 Peter 2 did you find most insightful or helpful? 10. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 Peter 3 did you find most insightful or helpful? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 Peter 4 did you find most insightful or helpful? 12. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 Peter 5 did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

17 13. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on 1 Peter? 14. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in Peter, First Letter to? 15. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on 1 Peter? 16. ADVANCED: How would you summarize 1 Peter in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

18 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in 1 Peter. Equip Biblical Institute

19 Session 6: 2 Peter: True and False Prophecy Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Peter, Second Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of 2 Peter? (2267) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Diligence in 2 Peter? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of False Teachers in 2 Peter? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Christ s Return in 2 Peter? 5. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 2 Peter 1 about guidance for growing Christians did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

20 6. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 2 Peter 2 about danger to growing Christians did you find most insightful or helpful? 7. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 2 Peter 3 about hope for growing Christians did you find most insightful or helpful? 8. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on 2 Peter? 9. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in Peter, Second Letter to? Equip Biblical Institute

21 10. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on 2 Peter? 11. ADVANCED: How would you summarize 2 Peter in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

22 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in 2 Peter. Equip Biblical Institute

23 Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam Part 1 Bible Book Summaries -- Hebrews through 2 Peter Fill in the blank -- 2 points each = 66 points Hebrews Theme: Warnings and encouragement in persecution Author: Author is unnamed Date: A.D. 64 The main purposes of Hebrews are to demonstrate that Christianity is not a mixture of Judaism and the gospel (Judaism with its ceremonial animal sacrifices could never take away sins); to warn believers against neglecting their salvation. Many warnings are given to believers not to shrink back, through unbelief or laziness, into their former beliefs and practices. Rather, through faith and confidence in the perfect sacrifice of Christ, they are admonished to go forward into Christian maturity and usefulness. Like the Children of Israel, it is possible for believers today to spend a lifetime wandering in the wilderness. They may fall into sin such an extent that it brings God s hand of chastisement upon them. Hebrews, however, contains some of the most encouraging promises in all the Word concerning the completed work of Calvary and the believer s security in Christ. Hebrews 11 lists the heroes of faith. James Theme: Genuine Christian faith in persecution Author: Apostle James Date: A.D The book of James develops the practical aspects of how a man's faith will affect his Christian living. While the apostle Paul establishes the doctrine of justification by faith alone, James emphasizes the outworking of this faith in the believer's life and in his relationship to others. "If a man is truly saved," James argues, "his faith in Christ will produce good works:' Topics discussed in this book include: testing of Christian faith; control of the tongue; brotherly love and consideration for fellow believers. 1 Peter Theme: Suffering and glory in persecution Author: Apostle Peter Date: A.D. 60 Peter wrote his first epistle to Christians who had fled into Asia Minor (Turkey) to avoid Nero s persecution. The book encourages suffering Christians to be patient in tribulation, to rejoice with joy unspeakable because of their great hope in Christ, and to live worthy of Him who is coming again. 2 Peter Theme: Faithfulness to Christ in persecution Author: Apostle Peter Date: A.D Peter was awaiting martyrdom. He warns Christian believers that false teachers and scoffers will come and seek to lead them astray, but believers must stand faithful to Christ and reject their godless errors. Because of the imminent return of Christ, Peter admonishes Christians to godly living. Equip Biblical Institute

24 Part 2 Key Applications Hebrews through 2 Peter. Completion -- 2 points each = 34 points Hebrews Written to new believers undergoing persecution. (1) No matter what happens do not give up on Jesus. (2) Follow the example of the heroes of faith who demonstrated their trust in God in the midst of opposition, persecution, suffering, temptation, and trials. (3) Life a life of obedience and complete trust in the promises of God. (4) You can have victory in your trials if you do not give up or turn you back on Christ. (5) Keep on love each other as brothers and practice hospitality. James Written to Christians who had been scattered throughout the Mediterranean world because of persecution. (1) Demonstrate genuine religion by helping at-risk children, the poor, orphans, and widows. (2) Demonstrate genuine faith by not showing favoritism and by taming your tongue watch every word you say. (3) Demonstrate genuine wisdom by purity, submission, mercy, humility, and patience in suffering. 1 Peter -- Written to Christians who were experiencing persecution for their faith. (1) Christians should expect persecution, but we do not have to be terrified by it. (2) Those who suffer for being Christians become partners with Christ in His suffering. (3) The fact that we will live eternally with Christ should give us the confidence, patience, and hope to stand firm even when we are persecuted. (4) All family members are to treat others with respect, consideration, love, compassion, and humility. (5) Christ is both our hope in the midst of suffering and our example of how to endure suffering faithfully. 2 Peter Written to Christians who were experiencing both persecution (from without) and false teaching (from within). (1) If our faith is real, it will be evident in our faithful behavior and Christian growth. (2) Christians need discernment to be able to resist false teachers who promote arrogance and sexual sin. (3) God will rescue us from their lies if we stay true to the Bible. (4) Avoid those who mix the truth with apathy, immorality, lawlessness, and heresy. Equip Biblical Institute

25 Session 8: 1 John: Walking in Fellowship Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read John, First Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of 1 John? (2274) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin in 1 John? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Love in 1 John? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Family of God in 1 John? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Truth and Error in 1 John? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Assurance in 1 John? Equip Biblical Institute

26 7. How did John counter two major false teachings in his letter? (2275) 8. What are the contrasts John makes in his book? (2277) 9. Describe the heresies in John s day. (2281) 10. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 John 1 about God is light did you find most insightful or helpful? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 John 2 about God is light did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

27 12. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 John 3 about God is love did you find most insightful or helpful? 13. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 John 4 about God is love did you find most insightful or helpful? 14. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 1 John 5 about God is life did you find most insightful or helpful? 15. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on the first letter of John? Equip Biblical Institute

28 16. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in John, First Letter of? 17. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on the first letter of John? 18. ADVANCED: How would you summarize the first letter of John in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

29 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in 1 John. Equip Biblical Institute

30 Session 9: 2 and 3 John: Walking in Love and Walking in Truth Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read John, Second Letter to and John, Third Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of 2 John? (2285) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Truth in 2 John? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Love in 2 John? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of False Leaders in 2 John? 5. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 2 John about false teachers did you find most insightful or helpful? Equip Biblical Institute

31 6. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on 2 John? 7. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in John, Second Letter of? 8. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of 3 John? (2288) 9. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hospitality in 3 John? 10. What is the importance of the megatheme of Pride in 3 John? 11. What is the importance of the megatheme of Faithfulness in 3 John? 12. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in 3 John about hospitality did you find most insightful? Equip Biblical Institute

32 13. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on 3 John? 14. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in John, Third Letter to? 15. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on 2 John? 16. ADVANCED: How would you summarize 2 John in 100 words? 17. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on 3 John? 18. ADVANCED: How would you summarize 3 John in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

33 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in 2 John and 3 John. Equip Biblical Institute

34 Session 10: Jude: Contending for the Faith Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Jude, Letter to in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of Jude? (2291) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of False Teachers in Jude? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Apostasy in Jude? 4. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Jude 1-16 about false teachers did you find most insightful? 5. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Jude about fighting for truth did you find most insightful? Equip Biblical Institute

35 6. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on Jude? 7. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find most insightful in Jude, Letter to? 8. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on Jude? 9. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Jude in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

36 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in Jude. Equip Biblical Institute

37 Session 11: The Revelation of Jesus Christ 1-3 Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Revelation, Book of in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint of Revelation? (2296) 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God s Sovereignty in Revelation? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Christ s Return in Revelation? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of God s Faithful People in Revelation? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Judgment in Revelation? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope in Revelation? Equip Biblical Institute

38 7. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 1 did you find most insightful? 8. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 2 did you find most insightful? 9. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 3 did you find most insightful? 10. In the Life Application Bible, how would you summarize A Journey through the Book of Revelation in words? 11. In Willmington s Bible Handbook, what comments did you find most insightful on Revelation 1-3? Equip Biblical Institute

39 12. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information for Revelation 1-3 did you find most insightful in Revelation, Book of? 13. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on Revelation 1-3? 14. ADVANCED: How would you summarize the letters to the Seven Churches in words? Equip Biblical Institute

40 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in Revelation 1-3. Equip Biblical Institute

41 Session 12: The Revelation of Jesus Christ 4-22 Name Date Points /50 Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Review Revelation, Book of in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 4-5 on Worshiping God in heaven did you find most insightful? 2. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 6-7 on Opening the seven seals did you find most insightful? 3. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation 8-9 on Sounding the seven trumpets did you find most insightful? 4. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation did you find most insightful? Equip Biblical Institute

42 5. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation on Observing the great conflict did you find most insightful? 6. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation on Pouring out the Seven Plagues did you find most insightful? 7. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation on Seizing the final victory did you find most insightful? 8. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation did you find most insightful? Equip Biblical Institute

43 9. In the Life Application Bible, what footnotes in Revelation on Making all things new did you find most insightful? 10. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information for Revelation 4-22 did you find most insightful in Revelation, Book of? 11. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful on Revelation 4-22? 12. ADVANCED: How would you summarize the Book of Revelation in 100 words? Equip Biblical Institute

44 Journal Reflections and Applications (40 minutes) 1. In light of the textbook readings, group discussion, and/or recommended resources, what is God teaching you? How did this session strengthen your relationship with Jesus? 2. How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry? 3. How could we as church leaders teach these lessons to current and future leaders? Group Activity and Presentations (ADVANCED - 20 minutes) In groups of three or four, apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals about one of the chapters in Revelation Equip Biblical Institute

45 Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers Student Presentations Name Date Points /100 Contribute to a group or individual presentation on Teaching one of the General Epistles (Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Jude) based on textbooks, online articles, course notes, and other sources. 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 from one another. Students benefit from group interaction as they communicate, cooperate, and collaborate. The public speaking component of this assignment along with formative feedback help students gain experience and confidence. Students learn best in professional learning communities. Student Term Papers Name Date Points /100 Submit a typed 8- to 10-page term paper or illustrated booklet titled Applications from the General Epistles based on textbooks and other sources for sharing with others. Be sure to footnote all the ideas, paraphrases, and direct quotes in your paper, whether from books or the Internet. Booklet should be 2,000-3,000 words in length. 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 and college-level writing skills. The term paper or booklet is an opportunity for students to enhance their writing skills. 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. Students benefit from the opportunity to both write and speak in formal settings. The public speaking component of this assignment along with formative feedback helps students gain experience and confidence. Group Activities Guide students in revising their term papers. Guide students in reviewing for the final exam. Equip Biblical Institute

46 Session 14: Study Guide for Final Exam Part 1 Bible Book Summaries 1 John through Revelation Fill in the blank -- 2 points each = 66 points 1 John Theme: Instructions for Christian living Author: Apostle John Date: A.D. 85 to 95 The theme of 1 John is the fellowship of God s family. The writer gives instructions in righteous living to God s children. The epistle also tells the believer who he may know he is born again, and how he may have fellowship with God and with other believers. Believers are to hate sin and love one another. False teachers are strongly rebuked, and believers are warned against them. 2 John Theme: Instructions for Christian living Author: Apostle John Date: A.D. 85 to 95 The theme of 2 John is Christ s commandment. Second John is addressed either to a local church or an individual woman. Believers are exhorted to be faithful to the truth in times of spiritual decline because many deceivers are in the world. 3 John Theme: Instructions for Christian living Author: Apostle John Date: A.D. 85 to 95 The theme of 3 John is walking in truth. Third John is a letter addressed to a man named Gaius, who is commended for his hospitality. Diotrephes, a man who wanted to dominate the church, is rebuked. Jude Theme: Warnings against godless teachers Author: Jude Date: A.D Jude warned believers about immoral men who were corrupting the teaching of God's grace. These men taught that since God no longer held the sins of believers against them, they were free to live any way they chose. Jude warned his readers to guard against being entrapped by such teachings and to rescue those who had already been influenced by evil men teaching this heresy. Revelation Theme: Triumph of God over Satan Author: Apostle John Date: A.D. 95 Through an angel, the Lord revealed to John a picture of events that would mark the end of the world as we know it and the manifestation of the Kingdom of God. God also used John's writing to speak to seven local churches in Asia, evaluating their spiritual life and witness. As the end approaches, the world will become a place of unspeakable evil and misery. God will judge all sin and make things right. Satan will meet his final doom. Revelation depicts Jesus Christ in all His power and glory. It tells how He will return to conquer evil and set up His rule. Equip Biblical Institute

47 Part 2 Key Applications 1 John through Revelation Completion -- 2 points each = 34 points 1 John Written to reassure Christians in their faith and to counter false teachings. (1) Love means putting others first and being unselfish. (2) To show love we must give sacrificially of our time and money to meet the needs of others. (3) Do not be lead astray by any teaching that denies that Jesus is God. (4) We build our confidence by trusting in the word of God and the death of Christ for our sins. 2 John Written to emphasize the basis of following Christ truth and love and to warn against false teachers. (1) We must study the Bible and correctly interpret it. (2) We obey the command of Christ to love others. (3) Helping, giving, and meeting the needs of others put love into practice. (4) We are not to encourage or support false teachers. 3 John Written to encourage extending hospitality to faithful Christian teachers and missionaries. (1) We are to be kind and hospitable. (2) Faithful Christian teachers and missionaries need our support. (3) Church leaders must shun pride and its effects on them. (4) Comment and encourage Christian workers who serve faithfully so they will not grow weary of serving. Jude Written to remind the church of the need for constant vigilance to keep strong in the faith and to oppose heresy. (1) Be on guard for false teachers and leaders who promote immorality, reject the lordship of Christ, undermine the faith of others, and lead people astray. (2) Be prepared to defend Christ truth as revealed in the Bible. (3) Truth is found in the Word of God. (4) The last days will be characterized by scoffers. Revelation Written to reveal the full identity of Christ and to give warning and hope to believers undergoing persecution (1) There is a blessing for reading and listening to the Book of Revelation. (2) Though Satan s power may temporarily increase, God is all-powerful and He is in control. (3) Assurance of the return of Christ gives suffering Christians the strength to endure. (4) You can take your place in the ranks of the faithful people of God by believing in Christ. (5) God s final judgment will put an end to evil and injustice. (6) When we have confidence in our final destination, we can follow Christ with unwavering dedication no matter what we must face. (7) The return of Christ gives us hope in persecution. Equip Biblical Institute

48 Debriefing and Testimonials 1. What learning activities did you enjoy most about this course? What assignments were most helpful? How did they help you learn? 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 His Body the Church? Group Activity Permit students to share what they have learned in this course. Transfer of Credits to Southern California Seminary To transfer credits from Equip Biblical Institute to Southern California Seminary, students must present a complete portfolio of their course work. The portfolio consists of the quizzes, journal reflections, booklets or term papers, and exams for each course. Upon successful completion of the course, students may transfer 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. Attendance Policy. Attending class on time is important to receive the most out of the course. Entering class late disrupts the learning process of all students. Students are permitted three absences for a 14- week semester course. For the semester (28 classroom hours plus 56 homework hours) courses, more than 10 minutes late is a Tardy; more than 20 minutes late is an Absence. Two tardies count as one absence. College credit cannot be transferred to Southern California Seminary when a student misses four or more class sessions. A grade of NC (No Credit) will be recorded when a student misses four sessions or does not complete coursework on time. Exceptions must be approved in writing by the class instructor, the Site Director, and the Director of Equip Biblical Institute and will involve additional assignments mandated by Equip Biblical Institute. Students who attend all 14 sessions will receive 100 points. Transformational Learning Tip: If you review this portfolio once a year (such as on New Year s Day) 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. Equip Biblical Institute