Introduction
to Biblical History
From Abraham to the Church
John Daniel Holloway, III
(804) 908-4535
Course description: This
course is designed to be an overview of the history of the people of God, from
Abraham’s call to the church’s mission. We will go through the biblical
narratives of Israel’s pre-slavery period, their slavery and exodus, their
acquisition of the promised land, the development of the monarchy, the
separation into two kingdoms, the exile, the return from exile, and then
through the second temple period into the time of Jesus, and finally to the
church. The objective is for the students to learn the major events of the
biblical history, grasping the overarching narrative therein. I aim at being informative in providing a solid understanding of the history of God and his
people as revealed in Holy Scripture.
John Daniel’s qualifications: I
have a B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies from Regent University. I am
currently enrolled part-time at Regent’s School of Divinity, working towards my
M.A. and am looking forward to doctoral work. I have done a significant amount
of study in and out of the classroom, including presenting papers at various
conferences. Finally, I have a passion for teaching and a passion for
the Bible.
Contact me for Location and Time info
Books required: A Bible, preferably
NASB, ESV, NRSV, or NIV. No other text is required. However, research papers
will have to include outside sources (which can be provided by the teacher if
need be).
Cost of class: $100 per
semester. That being said, if you are interested in the class but do not have
the funds, please contact me directly as a scholarship might be available. You may also audit certain lectures free of charge.
Course level: I am
developing the class to be geared towards Junior-Senior high school students. Adults are also encouraged to sign up. I am open to accepting younger students as their proficiency allows.
Just contact me and we may be able to work something out.
Assignments: There will be
two research papers per semester, 3-6 pages each (all of which will be
submitted via email). There may be quizzes now and then, but they would be
on the lighter side as their purpose would only be to make sure everyone is
getting the key points. The course will include a mid-term and a final exam,
but, again, only for the purpose of making sure everyone has the key points of
the class, and so they too won’t be all that elaborate. I aim for this class to
be a lighter load than other classes. I want it to be an enjoyable experience
in which the students can learn and cherish the stories of the Bible.
If you want to sign up or if you have questions, just email me.
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