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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.

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http://www.christianbook.com/nkjv-jeremiah-study-bible-hardcover/9781936034895/pd/034895?product_redirect=1&Ntt=9781936034895%20&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCN

http://www.amazon.com/The-Jeremiah-Study-Bible-Means/dp/1936034891/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407455122&sr=8-1&keywords=9781936034895

http://www.christianbook.com/wiersbe-bible-commentary-ot/warren-wiersbe/9780781445405/pd/45406?event=CROSSBOX

http://www.amazon.com/Wiersbe-Bible-Commentary-OT-Commentaries/dp/078144540X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407455033&sr=8-1&keywords=Wiersbe+Bible+Commentary%3A+Old+Testament

http://www.christianbook.com/willmingtons-bible-handbook-harold-willmington/9780842381741/pd/81740?product_redirect=1&Ntt=9780842381741&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCG

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http://www.christianbook.com/holman-illustrated-bible-dictionary-revised-expanded/c-brand/9780805428360/pd/28364?product_redirect=1&Ntt=9780805428360&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCG

http://www.amazon.com/Holman-Illustrated-Dictionary-Charles-Draper/dp/0805428364/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407454975&sr=8-1&keywords=9780805428360

http://www.christianbook.com/willmingtons-guide-bible-30th-anniversary-edition/harold-willmington/9781414329710/pd/329710?product_redirect=1&Ntt=9781414329710&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCG

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http://www.christianbook.com/holman-book-biblical-charts-maps-reconstructions/9781558193598/pd/46911?event=ESRCG

http://4truth.net/

http://bible.org/

http://gotquestions.org/

http://www.helpmewithbiblestudy.org/index.aspx

http://jeremiahstudybible.com/

http://leestrobel.com/

http://lifeway.com/

http://ministrygrid.com/

http://www.namb.net/

http://www.nextgenleader.net/

http://sendnetwork.com/

http://www.wayofthemaster.com/

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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”?




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?




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?


http://www.jeremiahstudybible.com/



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.




Session 2: Exodus



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”?




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?




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?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Exodus”?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Tabernacles”?







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?




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.




Session 3: Leviticus and Numbers



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?




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?




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?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Leviticus”?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Numbers”?







As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character.









Session 4: Deuteronomy



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”?




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)




14 How does Deuteronomy portray God? (103-104)

15 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in Deuteronomy did you find most helpful?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Deuteronomy”?






Session 5: Joshua



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”?




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?




12 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. What key comments in Joshua did you find most helpful?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Joshua”?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Canaan”?






Session 6: Judges and Ruth



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?




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”?




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?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Judges”?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Ruth”?










Group Activity for Students – 20 minutes

Professor will coach students in writing their term papers. Professor will coach students in reviewing for the exam.





Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam


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”?




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.




Session 8: 1 and 2 Samuel



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?




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”?




16 What are the “7 Covenants God has made with His people”? (2 Samuel 9)

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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?


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”?






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.










Session 9: 1 and 2 Kings



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?




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”?




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?




21 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. What key comments in 2 Kings did you find most helpful?


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”?






Session 10: 1 and 2 Chronicles



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?




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”?




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?





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”?






Session 11: Ezra



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”?




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?


1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Ezra”?




Session 12: Nehemiah and Esther



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?




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”?




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?


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”?











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.





Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers

Student Presentations


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


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.


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.




Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam


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”?




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

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13 30

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15 32

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17 34




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.


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