EBI Church Planting Training Centers 102c Teaching the Old …€¦ · Read Isaiah 1-39 in the Life...

EBI Church Planting Training Centers 102c Teaching the Old Testament 3 Portfolio

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Name Date Course Grade

Session 1: Introduction to the Prophetical Books of the Old Testament and Isaiah 1-39 ..... 2 Session 2: Isaiah 40-66.......................................................................................................... 6 Session 3: Jeremiah and Lamentations ................................................................................. 9 Session 4: Ezekiel ................................................................................................................ 13 Session 5: Daniel ................................................................................................................. 16 Session 6: Hosea and Joel .................................................................................................. 19 Session 7: Study Guide for the Midterm Exam .................................................................... 23 Session 8: Amos and Obadiah ............................................................................................ 24 Session 9: Jonah and Micah ................................................................................................ 28 Session 10: Nahum and Habakkuk ...................................................................................... 32 Session 11: Zephaniah and Haggai ..................................................................................... 36 Session 12: Zechariah and Malachi ..................................................................................... 40 Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers ......................................................... 44 Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam ....................................................................... 45

Required Textbooks

1. Life Application Bible. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2009. http://www.bestwebbuys.com/9781414324579

2. Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe. The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: Old Testament. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2007.

http://www.bestwebbuys.com/9780781445405

3. Dr. Harold L. Willmington. Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 1997. http://www.bestwebbuys.com/9780842381741

4. Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Edited by Charles Draper, Chad Brand, Archie England. Holman Reference, 2003. http://www.bestwebbuys.com/9780805428360

Recommended Resources

5. Dr. Charles R. Swindoll. God’s Masterwork, Vol. 1: Genesis through Chronicles. Dallas, TX: Word, 1996. 9780849987380

6. Dr. Ed Hindson. Courageous Faith: Life Lessons from Old Testament Heroes. Chattanooga, TN: AMG Publishers, 2003. 9780899571324

7. Holman Book of Biblical Charts, Maps, and Reconstructions. Edited by Marsha A. Ellis Smith. Nashville, TN: Holman Reference, 1993. 9781558193598

Books may be ordered from Holman, through a local bookstore or on the Internet. These books will be used in every course. To receive the MS Word version of the portfolio, email the professor.







Session 1: Introduction to the Prophetical Books of the Old Testament and Isaiah 1-39 Name Date Points /50

Overview of Syllabus (10 minutes) Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Isaiah 1-39 in the Life Application Bible, Bible Commentary, and Bible Dictionary. 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 Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Isaiah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Holiness and sin in the book of Isaiah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Isaiah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Salvation in the book of Isaiah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Messiah in the book of Isaiah? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope in the book of Isaiah?



7. In the Life Application Bible, what lessons can we learn from “Names for Messiah”? (Isaiah 9) 8. What lessons can we learn about Christ in Isaiah? (Isaiah 7, 11, 49, 53) 9. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what comments on Isaiah 1-39 did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 10. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what background information did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Isaiah, Book of”? 11. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what comments did you find most insightful or helpful in “Isaiah 1-39”?



12. ADVANCED: In The Life Application Bible, what footnotes did you find most insightful or helpful in “Isaiah 1-39”? 13. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Isaiah 1-39 in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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.



Session 2: Isaiah 40-66

Name Date Points /50

Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Read Isaiah 40-66 in the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary and the Life Application Bible. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. 1. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, how would you summarize the definition of “Servant of the Lord”? 2. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, how would you summarize the definition of “Gods, Pagan”? 3. In the Life Application Bible, how is the Messiah described in Isaiah 53-54? 4. In the Life Application Bible, what lessons can we learn about “The Spirit in Isaiah”? (Isaiah 63)



5. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 6. ADVANCED: In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find most insightful or helpful? 7. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find most insightful or helpful? 8. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Isaiah 40-66 in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Isaiah.



Session 3: Jeremiah and Lamentations Name Date Points /50

Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) 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 or outline of Jeremiah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin in the book of Jeremiah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Jeremiah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of God is Lord of all in the book Jeremiah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of New hearts in the book of Jeremiah? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Faithful service in the book of Jeremiah? 7. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the life of Jeremiah? (Jeremiah 2)



8. What lessons can we apply from “God’s Object Lessons in Jeremiah”? (Jeremiah 18) 9. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Jeremiah did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 10. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Jeremiah, Book of”? 11. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Jeremiah”? 12. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Jeremiah in 50-100 words? 13. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Lamentations? 14. What is the importance of the megatheme of Destruction of Jerusalem in the book of Lamentations?



15. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s mercy in the book of Lamentations? 16. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin’s consequences in the book of Lamentations? 17. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope for tomorrow in the book of Lamentations? 18. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Lamentations, Book of”? 19. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Lamentations”? 20. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Lamentations in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Jeremiah or Lamentations.



Session 4: Ezekiel Name Date Points /50

Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) 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 or outline of Ezekiel? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s holiness in the book of Ezekiel? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin is rebellion in the book of Ezekiel? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Restoration in the book of Ezekiel? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Leaders in the book of Ezekiel? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Worship in the book of Ezekiel?



7. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the life of Ezekiel? (Ezekiel 3) 8. What lessons can we apply from “Bad Shepherds versus Good Shepherds”? (Ezekiel 34) 9. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Ezekiel did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 10. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Ezekiel, Book of”? 11. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Ezekiel”? 12. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Ezekiel in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Ezekiel.



Session 5: Daniel


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) 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 or outline of Daniel? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God is in control in the book of Daniel? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Purpose in life in the book of Daniel? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Perseverance in the book of Daniel? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Messiah in the book of Daniel? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s faithfulness in the book of Daniel?



7. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the life of Daniel? (Daniel 2) 8. What life lessons can we apply from the lives of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? (Daniel 3) 9. What life lessons can we apply from the life of Nebuchadnezzar? (Daniel 4) 10. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Daniel did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 11. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Daniel, Book of”? 12. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Daniel”? 13. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Daniel in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Daniel.



Session 6: Hosea and Joel


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) 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 or outline of Hosea? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of The nation’s sins in the book of Hosea? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s judgment in the book of Hosea? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s unchanging love in the book of Hosea? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Restoration in the book of Hosea? 6. What life lessons can we apply from “Obedience versus Sacrifices? (Hosea 7) 7. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Hosea did you find to be most insightful or helpful?



8. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Hosea, Book of”? 9. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Hosea”? 10. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Hosea in 50-100 words? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Joel? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Joel? 13. What is the importance of the megatheme of Forgiveness in the book of Joel? 14. What is the importance of the megatheme of Promise of the Holy Spirit in the book of Joel? 15. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Joel did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 16. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Joel, Book of”?



17. ADVANCED: in The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Joel”? 18. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Joel in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Hosea or Joel.



Session 7: Study Guide for the Midterm Exam Memorize the megathemes of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel for the midterm exam before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 100 points. 1. What is the importance of the megatheme of Holiness and sin in the book of Isaiah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Isaiah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Salvation in the book of Isaiah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Messiah in the book of Isaiah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope in the book of Isaiah? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin in the book of Jeremiah? 7. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Jeremiah? 8. What is the importance of the megatheme of God is Lord of all in the book Jeremiah? 9. What is the importance of the megatheme of New hearts in the book of Jeremiah? 10. What is the importance of the megatheme of Faithful service in the book of Jeremiah? 11. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s holiness in the book of Ezekiel? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Sin is rebellion in the book of Ezekiel? 13. What is the importance of the megatheme of Restoration in the book of Ezekiel? 14. What is the importance of the megatheme of Leaders in the book of Ezekiel? 15. What is the importance of the megatheme of Worship in the book of Ezekiel? 16. What is the importance of the megatheme of God is in control in the book of Daniel? 17. What is the importance of the megatheme of Purpose in Life in the book of Daniel? 18. What is the importance of the megatheme of Perseverance in the book of Daniel? 19. What is the importance of the megatheme of Messiah in the book of Daniel? 20. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s faithfulness in the book of Daniel? 21. What is the importance of the megatheme of The nation’s sins in the book of Hosea? 22. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s judgment in the book of Hosea? 23. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s unchanging love in the book of Hosea? 24. What is the importance of the megatheme of Restoration in the book of Hosea? 25. What is the importance of the megatheme of Punishment in the book of Joel? 26. What is the importance of the megatheme of Forgiveness in the book of Joel?



Session 8: Amos and Obadiah


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) 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 or outline of Amos? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Everyone answers to God in the book of Amos? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Complacency in the book of Amos? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Oppressing the poor in the book of Amos? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of Superficial religion in the book of Amos? 6. In the Life Application Bible, what lessons can we apply from the times and message of Amos?



7. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Amos did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 8. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Amos, Book of”? 9. ADVANCED: in The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Amos”? 10. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Amos in 50-100 words? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Obadiah? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Justice in the book of Obadiah?



13. What is the importance of the megatheme of Pride and arrogance in the book of Obadiah? 14. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Obadiah did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 15. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Obadiah, Book of”? 16. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Obadiah”? 17. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Obadiah in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Amos or Obadiah.



Session 9: Jonah and Micah


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. Review “Introduction to the Prophets” (pages 353-354). 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Jonah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s sovereignty in the book of Jonah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s message to all the world in the book of Jonah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Repentance in the book of Jonah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s compassion in the book of Jonah? 6. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Jonah did you find to be most insightful or helpful?



7. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Jonah, Book of”? 8. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Jonah”? 9. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Jonah in 50-100 words? 10. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Micah? 11. What is the importance of the megatheme of Perverting faith in the book of Micah? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Oppression in the book of Micah?



13. What is the importance of the megatheme of The Messiah--King of Peace in the book of Micah? 14. What is the importance of the megatheme of Pleasing God in the book of Micah? 15. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Micah did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 16. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Micah, Book of”? 17. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Micah”? 18. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Micah in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Jonah or Micah.



Session 10: Nahum and Habakkuk


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. Review “Introduction to the Prophets” (pages 353-354). 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Nahum? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God judges arrogance in the book of Nahum? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of God rules over all the earth in the book of Nahum? 4. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Nahum? 5. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Nahum did you find to be most insightful or helpful?



6. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Nahum, Book of”? 7. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Nahum”? 8. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Nahum in 50-100 words? 9. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Habakkuk? 10. What is the importance of the megatheme of Struggle and doubt in the book of Habakkuk? 11. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s sovereignty and justice in the book of Habakkuk? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope in the book of Habakkuk?



13. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the time and message of Habakkuk? 14. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Habakkuk did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 15. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Habakkuk, Book of”? 16. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Habakkuk”? 17. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Habakkuk in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Nahum or Habakkuk.



Session 11: Zephaniah and Haggai


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. Review “Introduction to the Prophets” (pages 353-354). 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Zephaniah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Day of judgment in the book of Zephaniah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Indifference to God in the book of Zephaniah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Day of cheer in the book of Zephaniah? 5. What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Zephaniah?



6. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Zephaniah did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 7. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Zephaniah, Book of”? 8. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Zephaniah”? 9. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Zephaniah in 50-100 words? 10. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Haggai?



11. What is the importance of the megatheme of Right priorities in the book of Haggai? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s encouragement in the book of Haggai? 13. In the Life Application Bible, what life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Haggai? 14. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Haggai did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 15. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Haggai, Book of”? 16. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Haggai”? 17. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Haggai in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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 Zephaniah or Haggai.



Session 12: Zechariah and Malachi


Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions (60 minutes) Answer the questions before class. Answers should be about 50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points. Review “Introduction to the Prophets” (pages 353-354). 1. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Zechariah? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s jealousy in the book of Zechariah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of Rebuild the temple in the book of Zechariah? 4. What is the importance of the megatheme of The King is coming in the book of Zechariah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s protection in the book of Zechariah? 6. What life lessons can we apply from the visions of Zechariah?



7. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Zechariah did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 8. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Zechariah, Book of”? 9. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Zechariah”? 10. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Zechariah in 50-100 words? 11. In the Life Application Bible, what is the Blueprint or outline of Malachi? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s love in the book of Malachi? 13. What is the importance of the megatheme of The sin of the priests in the book of Malachi?



14. What is the importance of the megatheme of The sin of the people in the book of Malachi? 15. What is the importance of the megatheme of The Lord’s coming in the book of Malachi? 16. What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Malachi? 17. In Willmington’s Bible Handbook, what notes on Malachi did you find to be most insightful or helpful? 18. In the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, what did you find to be most insightful or helpful in “Malachi, Book of”? 19. ADVANCED: In The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, what did you find most insightful or helpful in “Malachi”? 20. ADVANCED: How would you summarize Malachi in 50-100 words?



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 God and others? 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) Apply what you are learning by creating illustrations, charts, drama, role-play, and/or visuals. Guide students in preparing for student presentations. Guide students in writing the term paper.



Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers


Contribute to a group or individual presentation on Teaching a Prophetical Book of the Old Testament (such as Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, etc.) 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 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. Name Date Points /100

Type an 8-to-10 page term paper or illustrated booklet titled Applications from the Prophetical Books of the Old Testament based on the textbooks, online articles, course notes, and other sources to be distributed in your church. 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 single-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. The term paper 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 Student presentations on a prophetical book of the Old Testament. Guide students in revising their term papers. Guide students in reviewing for the final exam.



Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam

The final exam is a review of the midterm exam plus the purposes of the prophetical books of the Old Testament. The final exam is an opportunity to put your thoughts together so that you can act on them and experience transformational life change. The final exam provides multiple exposures to key concepts. Writing clarifies and sharpens your thoughts. The final exam is where students collect the ideas of mentors in order to fully develop and utilize them. By reviewing the final exams on an annual basis you will be able to harvest and retrieve what you have learned when you need it. Evaluated writing is a key component of learning, communicating, and leading. Memorize the megathemes of Amos through Malachi for the final exam before class. Answers should be about 30-50 words. This assignment is worth 100 points. 1. What is the importance of the megatheme of Everyone answers to God in the book of Amos? 2. What is the importance of the megatheme of Pride and arrogance in the book of Obadiah? 3. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s sovereignty in the book of Jonah?

4. What is the importance of the megatheme of Repentance in the book of Jonah? 5. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s compassion in the book of Jonah? 6. What is the importance of the megatheme of Oppression in the book of Micah? 7. What is the importance of the megatheme of The Messiah--King of Peace in the book of Micah? 8. What is the importance of the megatheme of Pleasing God in the book of Micah? 9. What is the importance of the megatheme of God rules over all the earth in the book of Nahum? 10. What is the importance of the megatheme of Struggle and doubt in the book of Habakkuk? 11. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s sovereignty and justice in the book of Habakkuk? 12. What is the importance of the megatheme of Hope in the book of Habakkuk? 13. What is the importance of the megatheme of Day of cheer in the book of Zephaniah? 14. What is the importance of the megatheme of Right priorities in the book of Haggai? 15. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s encouragement in the book of Haggai? 16. What is the importance of the megatheme of The King is coming in the book of Zechariah? 17. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s protection in the book of Zechariah? 18. What is the importance of the megatheme of God’s love in the book of Malachi? 19. What is the importance of the megatheme of The sin of the people in the book of Malachi? 20. What is the importance of the megatheme of The Lord’s coming in the book of Malachi?



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.

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