OT 211 Course at a Glance
OT History and Theology I
Lecturing Faculty: Jonathan Gibson
Effective for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
Course Description
This course will help you understand the unfolding of God’s kingdom in the book of Genesis. In particular, it will cover the first three chapters of Genesis in detail. The approach will be redemptive-historical, in which the early revelation of God’s kingdom on earth finds its fulfillment in Christ and his kingdom. The overarching paradigm of "kingdom through covenant" will shape the approach to the course. (3 credits)
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 |
| 0.5 | 0-70 | 1.5-3.5 |
| 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.
- Live Class Meetings [4 - 1 hr mtgs]
- 3 Exegetical Exercises [5 pages each]
- 1 Final Paper [5 pages]
Synchronous Meeting Times
Please note the synchronous sessions listed below. These sessions are live class meetings where you will meet with your instructor and fellow classmates. Though attendance is highly encouraged as these sessions are integral to the course, students may submit an alternative assignment. Please note, attendance is required during the meeting times listed. If you cannot attend regularly, then please reach out to support@wts.edu before registering for the course.
- Live Class Meeting 1: 02/12/2024 (5:00-6:00pm ET)
- Live Class Meeting 2: 02/26/2024 (5:00-6:00pm ET)
- Live Class Meeting 3: 03/18/2024 (5:00-6:00pm ET)
- Live Class Meeting 4: 04/22/2024 (5:00-6:00pm ET)