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James and 1, 2, and 3 John

  1. Lesson One
    Overview of James
    18 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  2. Lesson Two
    James and Scripture
    19 Activities
  3. Lesson Three
    1 John
    21 Activities
  4. Lesson Four
    2 and 3 John
    21 Activities
  5. Lesson Five
    Proto-Gnosticism
    13 Activities
  6. Course Wrap-up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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James and 1, 2, and 3 John Proto-Gnosticism In Front | Workbook: Guiding Questions – 1, 2 and 3 John
Lesson 5, Activity 12

In Front | Workbook: Guiding Questions – 1, 2 and 3 John

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[Record your answers in the workbook provided at the beginning of this course.]

Objective: To begin to appreciate the main themes and interrelatedness of the Bible, the relevance of its ancient cultural context and the contemporary implications of each of its parts. These questions are to be answered at the completion of the lessons for each book, providing an opportunity to summarize your observations while reading and engaging the exercises and lectures.

  1. What has this book revealed about God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)? Include metaphors, characteristics and the mission of God as it unfolds. 
  1. What has this book revealed about God’s people, their relationship with God and each other and their role and mission in the world? Include metaphors, mission, ethics, worship, “living by faith,” etc.
  1. How does this New Testament book echo Old Testament Scripture? Include typology, promises, predictions and the overall history of redemption. 
  1. How does God’s revelation in this book engage (and challenge) cultural and literary forms? Take into account the genres of Scripture and comparisons with extra-biblical parallels. Consider the divine and human dimensions of God’s Word. 
  1. In what ways has God spoken to you in your journey through this book?