Old Testament, cont'd

Read number 3 on "character" starting on page 312.  Then pick up the chapter from page 318 through the end to page 323, underlining at least 3 sentences that impact you.

Also read the Conclusion on pages 323 through 325 to complete the chapter.

Old Testament Narrative

Begin reading chapter 18, pages 304-308.  When you get to the section "Reading Narrative", read in your Bible Joshua 2 when you get to the last paragraph on page 308.  Then also read Joshua 6 and Joshua 7.  Then finish textbook pages 309-310.

Reading all of the assigned parts is required and will be a homework grade.

Give Thanks!

Give thanks with a grateful heart.  Happy Thanksgiving!

Messages to the Churches of Revelation 2-3

On page 301, follow the instructions for exercise 17-2.  This work presents particularly well when done as a typed document, but you may also do it in writing.  Just be sure it is neatly drawn and clearly written and organized.

Rest

Enjoy not having a homework assignment for Bible over the weekend.

Putting the Whole Journey Together

Now that we have walked through each of the four steps of the Interpretive Journey using Acts 15:1-21, put your findings together into a two page paper.  (It should be two pages if typed in 12 point font.  If you print and have large sized print, then I will expect more pages.  The goal is to be thorough enough to give an accurate presentation of each of the steps of interpretation.)  You do not need to be excessively detailed with the observations in Step 1, but neither should you be so limited that you miss highlighting the major features found in this passage.

Use your book to be sure you are meeting the criteria for each step.  Read samples that have been provided in the text, particularly in the chapter regarding interpreting Acts.   

Real World Scenario

Write a real world scenario within step 4 of the 16-1 exercise.  Remember to use the elements we cited and put on the board in class; you will need those to ensure that your scenario accurately parallels those elements and thus the passage, Acts 15:1-21.  Of course you may reference your text for needed helps.