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Pentateuch--Exodus - Deuteronomy Syllabus Bib 2304 Spring Semester, 2010 Tom Meers - Instructor

ARLINGTON BAPTIST COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT: Arlington Baptist College endeavors to prepare men and women for Christian life and ministries, both lay and professional, through studies in Bible, general education, church vocations and practical service, integrating faith and learning in the context of a Christian world view.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This study of the Pentateuch will focus on the books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Continuing the study of the nation of Israel from the book of Genesis, we will trace their bondage and redemption, their defeats and victories, as well as the marvelous guidance of God, both physically and spiritually. We will translate ancient history and problems to current life and solutions. This course will survey the main events of this vast amount of material, endeavoring to provide the student with a general knowledge of these books.

TEXT: > //The Holy Bible (KJV)//

READING: > You will be expected to read the entire books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy during this semester. > One of the questions on your final exam will be whether you have completed the above reading. A “no” answer will result in a loss of points on your final exam.

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS: “A Day In the Life of Moses--and Me”. You will be given detailed instructions for the preparation of this assignment soon. This will be an exciting experience as you live with Moses a day in his life and then apply lessons learned to yourself. You will earn 20% of your final grade with this assignment. Scripture Memorization: You will be expected to learn the Ten commandments, word perfect, as attached at the end of this document. You will need to be able to write them from memory. See Class Schedule for date. Course Notebook: You will develop a notebook on Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. You will be given a handout most class days which when completed, will provide you with a great set of notes that you can use for many years. Along with those notes, you can collect your personal notes, exams, papers, etc. Your instructor is dedicated to seeing that you complete this course with a great and useful set of notes covering these important books of the Bible. These notebooks will be graded on the last day of classes. EXAMS: Three major exams will be given during this semester. See the approximate schedule in this syllabus. Each student should make every effort to be present for each exam. Most excuses for missing an exam will not be accepted. A makeup exam can result in a $30 fee as outlined on page 26 in the catalog. These three exams will count for a large percentage of your final grade.

ATTENDANCE: Any class you miss will leave a large gap in this wonderful, unfolding story. Perfect attendance is a desirable goal. Part of our discipline for Christian service is faithfulness. The roll will be taken in each class. Nine absences disqualify the student from receiving credit for this course.

VERY IMPORTANT:

Your faithful attendance to each class is so important that it will impact your final grade. After your third absence, your final grade will be reduced by one point for each time you are absent. **The __only__ exception will be with approval from the office or a doctor’s written certification that you are ill.** If you enter the class after the roll has been called, it is **__your__** responsibility to provide your instructor with a note with your name, the reason why you are late, and the date. Without the note, you will be counted absent.

NOTE: This class will begin promptly on time. You are tardy if you come in after the door is shut. God expects us to do things decently and in order. It will be expected of you to be in class, ready to begin at the appointed time. ON THE OTHER HAND, any student who has a perfect attendance record will have three points added to your final grade. Any absence for any reason other than approval from the office or doctors’s confirmation will not be accepted. No exceptions. GRADING: Your final grade will be compiled on the following basis: “Moses--and You” 20% Scripture Memorization 10% First Exam 20% Second Exam 20% Final Exam 20% Notebook 10%

Note: Your total grade can be raised or lowered by your attendance record.

COURSE GOALS: 1. To provide you with a solid foundation of understanding for the remainder of the Bible. 2. To thrill you with the marvelous story of redemption as it develops in the four remaining books of the Pentateuch. 3. To chart the development and early history of God’s chosen people--Israel. 4. To confront you with some of the hard and difficult problems faced by God’s people while learning the proper reaction to those problems. 5. To inspire you to love these wonderful books in such a way that you will want to continue studying in greater depth this portion of God’s Word.

INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS;

When you complete this course, you should be able: 1. To trace the history of Israel from Egypt to the Promised Land. 2. To explain the significance of the giving, as well as the meaning, of the Ten Commandments. 3. To give an overview of the Tabernacle and understand the importance of each article. 4. To explore God’s wonderful work of redemtpion for mankind through Israel. 5. To teach or preach informational and inspirational lessons or sermons from this area of God’s Word.

INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this course, the student will: 1. Be able to place in chronological order the historical events of the nation of Israel from Egypt to the Promised Land. 2. Be able to write from memory the Ten Commandments. 3. Have written an in-depth paper in regard to “A Day in the Life of Moses--and You.” 4. Be able to list and describe the significance of the tabernacle, the furniture and its placement within the tabernacle. 5. Be able to outline the significant events in the life of Moses.

INSTRUCTOR’S AVAILABILITY FOR CONFERENCE: I am interested in you as an individual. I am here to teach you, guide you and to see you grow in spiritual matters. I am available to discuss your problems with you whether academic, spiritual of personal. It is my goal to be in the classroom well before each class begins. I will also be in the classroom after the class is over. I will be happy to talk with you then or make an appointment for another time if more time is needed. My home telephone number also appears at the beginning of this document.

FROM YOUR INSTRUCTOR: This is an entire semester.
 * Do not be overwhelmed!
 * Do not be discouraged!

I am here to guide you through it step by step. No one in the world wants you to be a success more than I do. I am excited about studying these wonderful books of the Pentateuch with you.

to you is to make this a living, exciting and meaningful study. is for you to leave this class each session thrilled and blessed by the workings of God. Bro. Meers
 * MY PLEDGE
 * MY GOAL
 * **MY PRAYER** for you is that this will be the most exciting learning experience of your life--and that God’s richest blessings will be upon you as we study and stand in awe in the wonderful **PRESENCE OF GOD.**

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Haldeman, I.M. __The Tabernacle, Priesthood and Offerings.__ New York, N.Y.; Fleming H. Revell Co., 1925. A volume dedicated to exalting Christ through the study of the Tabernacle, Priesthood and Offerings.

McGee, J. Vernon. __Through the Bible Commentary Series--Exodus, Chapters 1-18.__ The first volume of a two volume series providing a verse by verse, detailed study of the Book of Exodus.

McGee, J. Vernon. __Through the Bible Commentary Series--Exodus, Chapters 19-40.__ A continuation of the study begun in the first volume.

Meyer, F.B. __Devotional Commentary on Exodus,__ Grand Rapids, Michigan: Dregel Publications, 1978 Two basic purposes are found in this book: 1. Descriptive which gives a feel of the actual story, 2. Directive which points our minds to God’s purpose, plan and person.

Pink, Arthur W. __Gleanings in Exodus.__ Chicago, Illinois: Moody Press. An exposition of the Book of Exodus focusing on the many types found in this book.

Ridout, S. __Lectures on the Tabernacle.__ New York, N.Y.: Loizeaux Brothers Publishers, 1948. Using lecture form with a devotional tone, an endeavor to set forth the typical teaching of the Tabernacle.

Strong, James. __The Tabernacle of Israel in the Desert.__ Grand Rapids, Mich.: Baker Book House, 1952. A brief manual with numerous drawings illustrating the truths of the Tabernacle.

Swindoll, Charles R. __Moses.__ Nashville, Tenn.: Word Publishing Co, 1999. A detailed study of the life of Moses and his leadership of Israel stressing practical leadership.

Wiersbe, Warren W. __Be Delivered.__ Colorado Springs, Colorado: Chariot Victor Publishing, 1998. Using the experiences of Israel, this book explores what true freedom is, what freedom costs, and how it must be used.

CLASS SCHEDULE Spring, 2010

DATE __CLASS SCHEDULE__ Jan. 12 Orientation 14 Introduction & Exodus 1 19 Exodus 2-3 21 Exodus 4-5 26 Exodus 6-7 28 Exodus 8-9 Feb. 2 Exodus 10-12 & Review for First Exam 4 Exodus 13-14 & **FIRST EXAM** 9 Exodus 15-16 16 Exodus 17 **& SCRIPTURE MEMORIZATION EXAM** 18 Exodus 18 **“MOSES--AND ME” DUE**

23 Exodus 19 25 Exodus 20 Mar. 2 Exodus 21-22 **&** Review for Second Exam 4 Exodus 23-24 & **SECOND EXAM** 9 **SPRING BREAK**

11 **SPRING BREAK**

16 Exodus 25-27 & 36-38 18 Exodus 28 &-29 23 Exodus 30-31 25 Exodus 32-33 30 Exodus 34 Apr. 1 Exodus 35-40

6 8 Leviticus 13 Leviticus 15 Numbers 20 Numbers 22 Deuteronomy 25 Deuteronomy 29 **Review for Final Exam & Course Notebook Due** May 3-7 **FINAL EXAM WEEK**
 * READ ”MOSES--AND ME”**

Special Note: The instructor reserves the right to change the above schedule as needed to best teach this course.

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS

1. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:3

2. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image….. Exodus 20:4

3. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain…. Exodus 20:7

4. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Exodus 20:8

5. Honor thy father and thy mother. Exodus 20:12

6. Thou shalt not kill. Exodus 20:13

7. Thou shalt not commit adultery. Exodus 20:14

8. Thou shalt not steal. Exodus 20:15

9. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor. Exodus 20:16

10. Thou shalt not covet…. Exodus 20:17