An initial overview of the New Testament
Exploration of selected genres and/or theological themes found in the New Testament through representative texts which will include selections from a Synoptic Gospel and a non-synoptic text.
Study of these texts against their broader historical, literary, theological and cultural backgrounds. Introduction of various tools, methods and approaches used in modern biblical scholarship to interpret these texts with evaluation of the underlying concepts and principles.
Exploration of what might constitute appropriate interpretations and applications of these texts in the life, mission and ministry of the contemporary church.