{"id":309,"date":"2024-10-07T14:17:58","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T14:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/?p=309"},"modified":"2026-02-19T04:27:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T04:27:06","slug":"new-testament-epistle-4-units","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/new-testament-epistle-4-units\/","title":{"rendered":"New Testament Epistles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"custom-course-outline\">\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n    <title>New Testament Epistles &#8211; Course Content<\/title>\n    <style>\n        body {\n            font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n            margin: 20px;\n            background-color: #f9f9f9;\n            color: #333;\n        }\n        h2 {\n            color: #16a085;\n            margin-top: 40px;\n        }\n        h3 {\n            color: #2980b9;\n        }\n        .content {\n            margin: 20px auto;\n            max-width: 800px;\n            padding: 20px;\n            background-color: #ffffff;\n            border: 1px solid #ddd;\n            border-radius: 8px;\n            box-shadow: 0px 0px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\n        }\n        p {\n            line-height: 1.6;\n        }\n        ul {\n            margin: 15px 0;\n            padding-left: 20px;\n        }\n        ol {\n            margin: 15px 0;\n            padding-left: 20px;\n        }\n        a {\n            color: #2980b9;\n            text-decoration: none;\n        }\n        a:hover {\n            text-decoration: underline;\n        }\n    <\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n<div class=\"content\">\n    <section>\n        <h2>Course Overview<\/h2>\n        <p>The course is divided into four units:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li>Unit 1: Paul\u2019s epistles to churches during and after his imprisonment<\/li>\n            <li>Unit 2: Paul\u2019s epistles to churches during his missionary journeys<\/li>\n            <li>Unit 3: Epistles written by others to a community of Christians<\/li>\n            <li>Unit 4: Epistles written to a certain individual (by Paul and John)<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <p>Each unit has course materials for you to study and a term paper for the assessment. There are four topics to choose from for the term paper. Ensure that you thoroughly study the materials and follow the assessment instructions for each unit.<\/p>\n        \n        <h3>Term Paper Submission Guidelines<\/h3>\n        <p>All term papers should be between 1,000 to 1,200 words. You are expected to submit your term paper as a Word document (.doc or .docx).<\/p>\n        \n        <h3>Assessment Guidelines<\/h3>\n        <p>While preparing the term paper, ensure that you adhere to the following guidelines:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li>Use Times New Roman font, size 12 with double spacing throughout.<\/li>\n            <li>Write in clear and scholarly language, and support your arguments with references from the course materials and other academic sources.<\/li>\n            <li>Ensure proper formatting, including title page, introduction, main content, and conclusion.<\/li>\n            <li>Use at least two additional scholarly sources beyond the Bible and provided study guides.<\/li>\n            <li>Reference all sources using an appropriate academic citation style (e.g., APA, MLA).<\/li>\n            <li>Submit your completed paper in .docx or .doc format through your submission portal.<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section>\n        <h2>Unit 1: Paul\u2019s Epistles to Churches During and After His Imprisonment<\/h2>\n        <h3>Course Materials<\/h3>\n        <p>The following study guides and materials will be used in this unit:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/thirdmill.org\/magazine\/article.asp\/link\/lou_berkhof%5Elou_berkhof.INT_018.html\/at\/Introduction%20to%20the%20New%20Testament\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Introduction to New Testament Epistles<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblestudytools.com\/bible-study\/topical-studies\/what-is-the-meaning-and-purpose-of-the-epistles-in-the-bible.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meaning and Purpose of the NT Epistles<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ep_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ephesians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/colo_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colossians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/phil_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philippians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <h3>Term Paper<\/h3>\n        <p>Choose ONLY ONE (1) out of the following topics:<\/p>\n        <ol>\n            <li>Discuss the distinct and overlapping themes of spiritual maturity and growth in Ephesians, Colossians, and Philippians, and how they inform the lives of believers.<\/li>\n            <li>Explain Paul\u2019s concepts of unity and diversity within the church as expressed in Ephesians, Colossians, and Philippians.<\/li>\n            <li>Discuss the Role of Women in the Early Church: A Case Study in Ephesians and Colossians.<\/li>\n            <li>What is Paul\u2019s Concept of Christian Fellowship? A Case Study Across Ephesians, Colossians, and Philippians.<\/li>\n        <\/ol>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section>\n        <h2>Unit 2: Paul\u2019s Epistles to Churches During His Missionary Journeys<\/h2>\n        <h3>Course Materials<\/h3>\n        <p>The following study guides and materials will be used in this unit:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/1th_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">First Thessalonians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/2th_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Second Thessalonians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ga_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galatians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/1co_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">First Corinthians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/2co_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Second Corinthians Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ro_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Romans Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <h3>Term Paper<\/h3>\n        <p>Choose ONLY ONE (1) out of the following topics:<\/p>\n        <ol>\n            <li>Examine Paul\u2019s instructions on Christian Conduct and Church Discipline across Thessalonians, Galatians, Corinthians, and Romans.<\/li>\n            <li>What is Paul\u2019s approach to addressing moral conflict and moral issues across Thessalonians, Galatians, Corinthians, and Romans?<\/li>\n            <li>Conduct an analysis of the Galatians\u2019 struggle with legalism vs. the Corinthians\u2019 struggle with lasciviousness.<\/li>\n            <li>Evaluate Paul\u2019s concept of \u201cfreedom in Christ\u201d across Thessalonians, Galatians, Corinthians, and Romans, and how he balances freedom with responsibility.<\/li>\n        <\/ol>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section>\n        <h2>Unit 3: Epistles Written by Others to a Community of Christians<\/h2>\n        <h3>Course Materials<\/h3>\n        <p>The following study guides and materials will be used in this unit:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/he_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hebrews Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ja2_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">James Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/1pe_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">First Peter Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/2pe_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Second Peter Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/1jn_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">First John Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ju_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jude Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <h3>Term Paper<\/h3>\n        <p>Choose ONLY ONE (1) out of the following topics:<\/p>\n        <ol>\n            <li>Present a cohesive understanding of Christian response to trials from Hebrews, James, and the Petrine letters (First and Second Peter).<\/li>\n            <li>Examine the Concept of Love in First John and Its Contrast with the warnings on addressing the issue of false teaching in James, First John, and Jude.<\/li>\n            <li>Conduct a comprehensive analysis of James vs. the Pauline perspective in Hebrews on the role of faith and works in Christianity.<\/li>\n            <li>Discuss the subject of death, judgement, and the final destiny of the soul and of humankind as found in Hebrews, First Peter, and Jude.<\/li>\n        <\/ol>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section>\n        <h2>Unit 4: Epistles Written to a Certain Individual (Pauline and Johannine)<\/h2>\n        <h3>Course Materials<\/h3>\n        <p>The following study guides and materials will be used in this unit:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/1ti_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">First Timothy Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/2ti_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Second Timothy Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/ti_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Titus Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/phile_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philemon Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/2jn_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Second John Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/executableoutlines.com\/pdf\/3jn_sg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Third John Study Guide<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <h3>Term Paper<\/h3>\n        <p>Choose ONLY ONE (1) out of the following topics:<\/p>\n        <ol>\n            <li>Discuss the roles and responsibilities of church leaders in the Pastoral Epistles (First Timothy, Second Timothy, and Titus) and how they compare to the personal appeal found in Philemon.<\/li>\n            <li>Draw insights from Philemon, Second John, Third John, and the Pastoral Epistles on the role of personal relationships.<\/li>\n            <li>Examine the emphasis on sound doctrine and ethical living in Timothy and Titus in relation to the emphasis on love and personal integrity in letters to regular believers in Philemon, Second John, and Third John.<\/li>\n            <li>Discuss the Concept of Church Authority in the Pastoral Epistles and Its Implications for Contemporary Church 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