This is a practical course about how to study the Bible step-by- step. The course introduces you to methods and tools for serious Bible study using English Bibles.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of each book of the New Testament.
  • Use the four-step method of devotional Bible study described in the textbook.
  • Conduct an expository Bible study, applying sound principles of interpretation.
  • Discuss the main divisions, the text, and the World of the New Testament.
  • Define ‘the synoptic problem’ and describe the most popular current solution.
  • Demonstrate understanding of evangelical principles of Bible interpretation.
  • Conduct a devotional study of a Bible passage using the method presented in the “Devotional Study Workflow.”
  • Conduct an in-depth study of a Bible passage using the method presented in the “Passage Study Workflow.”