The Life and Teachings of Jesus

This course provides a review of biblical theology on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, including relevant biblical history. Topics include reviews of the New Testament, various religious and political groups in first-century Judaism.  Activities include understanding and describing key religious historical events, as well as the implications of the ministry of Jesus and the gospel message. 

UPON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, THE STUDENT WILL BE COMPETENT IN:

• Describing key elements of the Greco-Roman backgrounds of the New Testament, including Roman presence and influence during the life of Jesus.
• Identifying various religious and political groups in first-century Judaism, including the Sadducees, Pharisees, Zealots, Herodians, Essenes, and the Sanhedrin.
• Explaining the religious and political significance of Messiah in first-century Judaism.
• Discussing the birth and childhood of Jesus and John the Baptist.
• Describing the prophetic ministry of John the Baptist and its correlation with the beginning of the public ministry of Jesus.
• Describing the calling and special training of the Twelve disciples in Galilee.
• Describing the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial of Jesus.
• Describing the resurrection, numerous appearances, and the ascension of Christ.
• Discussing the purpose and value of the signs and miracles of Jesus.
• Discussing the broad implications of the ministry of Jesus and the gospel message to the nations of the world.
• Explaining prophecy as a means of identifying Jesus as Messiah.
• Discussing the pre-existence of the son of God and the concept of Incarnation in the person of Jesus of Nazareth.
• Using Artificial Intelligence in the study of the Bible.

ACQUIRED SKILLS

• Critical Thinking
• Historical Understanding of Key Biblical Events
• Use of Artificial Intelligence in Biblical Studies and Research