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Are you curious about the Bible? Is any of it even relevant for today? The Bible Basics course provides you with an overview of the Bible and will demonstrate how the Old and New Testament books fit together. You will discover spiritual insights that will speak to your heart today and understand why the Bible has become an enduring and influential book. Get started today—just six 10-minute lessons.
Objectives
- Recall key elements of the story told in the Old Testament and see how the Old Testament books fit into the categories of history, poetry, or prophecy.
- Identify important characters and events in Genesis and explain how God’s chosen people entered the Promised Land.
- Trace the history of Kings from Saul to Jeroboam and Rehoboam and understand key events in the return of Judah from exile.
- Explain why the New Testament has been both loved and hated and understand the influence of the culture on the writers of the New Testament.
- Give a brief overview of the life of Christ as explained in the Gospels.
- Explain the major themes of the book of Acts.
- Explain major issues addressed by the New Testament Epistles (letters).
- Understand key ideas in the book of Revelation.
I like the reading guides that went along with the videos since I learn by writing 🙂
Amanda, United States (US)I enjoyed this course. It worked my brain!
Lacey, United States (US)Thank you
Ryan, United States (US)Great course. This course helped me understand the writing on the Old Testament vs. the New Testament.
Manuel, United States (US)Despite being a committed Jesus follower for just shy of decade, Bible Basics offered clarity and further strengthened the foundation of that which I believe.
Ryan, United States (US)I thoroughly enjoyed, and was challenged by this course! Wonderful content and construction!
Antonio, United States (US)It is a very overview Bible basic course. It addressed some of the doubts on the accuracy of the Bible but for a basic course and time constraint this is good enough
Jason, Australiaprecise and to the point-written with clarity
Tracy, United States (US)The segment on the Book of Revelation was disappointing. Only one view (the “futurist” view) was presented. This was irresponsible for a “Bible Basics” course. However, the rest of the content of this course was a blessing. Thanks!
Jason, United States (US)This course has taught me many things from a better perspective of that I only read in the Bible. Thank you.
Robert, United States (US)I really do appreciate a class like Bible Basics even though I have been in church my whole life. I am encouraged that God’s word is his word. This class walks us through this and I am thankful for it.
Willie, United States (US)I enjoyed this basic course. Really excited to get into the next group of sessions.
Kathy, United States (US)As with other courses I have looked at from ODBU they are professionally written and set out. This enables a good study and helps with learning the subject. Thank you and God Bless.
Mark, United Kingdom (UK)Well presented, informative introductory course. Thank you.
Colin, United Kingdom (UK)Eccellente
Giovanni, ItalyLoved the course.
Mark, United States (US)I learned many more things that I previously thought I knew about the New Testament and Revelations and was glad to renew the things I knew and learn what I did not know.
Lavonda, United States (US)Fun and educated
Josepha, IndonesiaThis is a very helpful basic course
Will, United States (US)Learned a lot from this class
Stefanie, United States (US)Course was well prepared and were full of good teachings.
Jorge, United States (US)Very good content and well put together.
Michelle, South AfricaThe Listening Guides in this series were more subjective to my opinion and feelings than to the facts of the course.
Kathleen, United States (US)I really enjoyed this course! It was very informative and inspired me to consider the Bible from perspectives I hadn’t considered before.
Mary, United States (US)I want the questions to use a bit more critical thinking that may pertain to the reader’s life and apply them that way. I loved this course!
Raeann, United States (US)I’m new to the ODBU courses but not to ODB. Your dedication to the Word has inspired me to continue seeking God and to grow in his Word. This course and the previous course have provided me spiritual insight and motivation to continue with the courses. Thank you ODB!
Stanley, United States (US)Provided me with a greater understanding of the Bible, it’ history, and helped me with my walk with God
Claudette, CanadaThank you!
Chintya, IndonesiaExcellent. Thank you!
Jason, United States (US)I found the structure of the cause made it easy to retain the information being taught. I have traumatic brain injury that impacts my memory and cognition and find doing these courses a really helpful way to do Bible study.
Penny, United Kingdom (UK)Loved it and learned so much!
Jennifer, United States (US)This course provided me with the inspiration I was looking for to dig deeper into knowing the Bible. I thought the lectures were interesting and thought provoking. I also liked how I could study on my schedule.
Linda, United States (US)This course was a very good review of Bible Basics. Thank you for providing this course!
Christi, United States (US)It was really good and it increased my knowledge and love for God.
Shemuwel, United States (US)It is an interesting course that makes you think & read.
Michael, United States (US)Wonderful overview!
Amanda, United States (US)The course was very helpful and it allowed me to really appreciate the Bible and its message.
Rhenald, PhilippinesI was able to grasp the big picture of the whole Bible.
Kochi, JapanVery nice to learn for beginners.
Kochi, JapanI enjoyed this.
Caleb, United States (US)Loved it! Very informative.
Nicholas, United States (US)Very good!
Chris, United States (US)The course has achieved its purpose of reinforcing in me that the Bible is from God and can be trusted.
Renato, CanadaLoved it!
Margaux, United States (US)Great introduction to the Bible and spiritual foundation!
Rhonda, United States (US)I’m glad this is available
Ursula, United States (US)I am excited to complete the next course and look forward to my certificates. This is an awesome way to study God’s Word! Although I study the Bible there are details that I have missed until starting this course.
Susan, United States (US)It was refreshing and informative, most of all it inspires me to share the gospel to others.
Myrna, CanadaOverall this course helped me with some areas that I was not clear on in scripture. I feel like I have a much better handle on the entirety of scripture.
Nathan, United States (US)I learned so much from this course that I hadn’t really thought about before. Thank you!
Crystal, United States (US)