OT 211 Course at a Glance
Old Testament History & Theology I
Lectures By: Dr. Jonny Gibson
Effective for the Academic Year: 2024-2025
Course Description
This course is designed to lay the foundation for a redemptive-historical understanding of Scripture in which God’s revelation finds its fulfillment in Christ and his kingdom. The course is shaped by the overarching paradigm of "kingdom through covenant," giving special attention to the unfolding story of God’s kingdom in Genesis introduced in Genesis chapters 1-3.
Books to Purchase
The books listed below are required readings which students should acquire by the start of the term.Additional required readings will be listed in the course syllabus and available electronically in Canvas.
Estimated Workload
| Lectures | Readings | Assignments |
| 1.5 | 102.6 | 2.4 |
| Hours Per Week | Pages Per Week | Hours Per Week |
Course Assignments
The assignments listed below are provided for general guidance for students to reference as they plan and register. Please reach out to support@wts.edu if you have any questions.
- 4 - Live Class Meetings (40%)
- 3 - Exegesis Exercises (30%)
- 1 - Final Paper (30%)
Synchronous Meeting Times
Please note this course meets for synchronous sessions listed below. You are required to attend these sessions, but an alternate assignment may be submitted if you are unable. If you cannot attend regularly, then please reach out to support@wts.edu before registering for the course.
- The Following Meetings Times are for the Spring 2025 Term:
- Live Class Meeting 1: Monday, 2/10, 5-6:30pm ET
- Live Class Meeting 2: Monday, 2/24, 5-6:30pm ET
- Live Class Meeting 3: Monday, 3/17, 5-6:30pm ET
- Live Class Meeting 4: Monday, 4/21, 5-6:30pm ET