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Central
Bible
College
BI-402—Pastoral
Epistles
Professor: David
Arnett
Office
Phone: 833-2551 (Ex.
1150)
Cell Phone: 224-5325
(emergencies)
Office: Welch
134
Web Site www.DavidArnett.com
E-mail: DArnett@cbcag.edu
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COURSE
SYLLABUS &
Mission
Statement
Central Bible College is an Assemblies of God
institution of higher learning having a Bible-centered curriculum
designed to educate and train ministers, missionaries, and Christian
workers to serve the Lord Jesus Christ in and through the local
church.
Course
Description
The instructions Paul gave to
ministers concerning governing the church are explored. Prerequisite: BI-102. This course is designed to
assist the student in an analytical and expository study of First
Timothy, Second Timothy, and Titus. Its purpose is to encourage
careful scrutiny of these letters both as to structure and
content. A special
feature of the course is that it gives opportunity for those
enrolled to contemplate the instructions Paul gives to ministers in
his writings concerning church administration.
Course
Objectives
As a result of his experiences
in this course of study, the student should be able to:
1.
Show that he has mastered the
information related to the background and content of the Pastoral
Epistles by answering the questions on the study guide and
memorizing certain key verses.
2.
Demonstrate an ability to do
independent research by completing the memorization, reading, and
listening assignments.
3.
Manifest skills in applying
the principles of the Pastoral Epistles to modern church life
through participation in Christian service.
4.
Project attitudes necessary
for successful functioning as a pastor or church
leader.
Course
Textbooks
&
Lea, Thomas D. and Hayne P.
Griffin, Jr. 1992. The New American Commentary: An
Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture NIV Text —
1, 2 Timothy, Titus.
vol. 34.
Nashville, Tenn.: Broadman
Press.
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The
Holy Bible (NIV will be used for
memorization).
Course
Methodology
1.
Library, Internet, and
personal research in the Pastoral Epistles.
2.
Reading of the textbooks and
various handouts.
3.
Listening to an audiocassette,
CD, or digital presentation of the Pastoral
Epistles.
4.
Scripture
memorization.
5.
The
completion of a study guide.
6.
Two
examinations (over class notes, handouts, textbook reading, and
Scripture memorization).
Course
Requirements
The requirements for
BI-402 are as follows:
Unit 1 — Jan. 12 – March 03 – 1
Timothy
Unit One
Assignments:
1.
Review
the PowerPoint presentations over 1
Timothy.
2.
Read 1
Timothy four times as specified below.
3.
Listen
to the reading First Timothy as specified
below.
4.
Read
pages 19-178 of The New American Commentary: An
Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture NIV Text —
1, 2 Timothy, Titus.
5.
Read
the article “Paul, Women Teachers, and the Mother Goddess at
Ephesus” (found online at www.DavidArnett.com).
6.
Read
the article “Saved Through Childbearing” (found online at www.DavidArnett.com).
7.
Complete
Exam #1 (35%) on or before Friday, March 03— It will cover the study
guide questions over the introductory material and 1 Timothy, pages
19-178 in the textbook and the memorization of the following verses
in the New International Version. There will be questions
inquiring whether the textbook reading has been done or not. Memorization will be tested
by means of a matching section (study accordingly). The memorization will take
some doing. It is
recommended that the student write the verses on 3 x 5 cards and
drill them whenever there is a spare minute.
Verses for Memorization
(New
International Version)
1
Timothy 1:17
Now to the King eternal,
immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and
ever.
Amen.
1
Timothy 2:3-6
This is good, and pleases God
our Savior, who wants
all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one
mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom
for all men --the testimony given in its proper
time.
1
Timothy 6:6-8
But godliness with contentment
is great gain. For we
brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of
it. But if we have food
and clothing, we will be content with that.
1
Timothy 6:14-16
to keep this command without
spot or blame until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which
God will bring about in his own time -God, the blessed and only
Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone is immortal
and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can
see. To him be honor
and might forever.
Amen.
8.
Study
Guide #1 (10%) should
be completed on or before Friday, March 03 — Using the Bible, the textbook
(pages 19-178), books, journals, and/or the Internet, complete the
study guide over 1 Timothy
(see below). The study guide should
include both the question and a careful, complete answer. It is recommended that the
student take the electronic copy of this syllabus, create space
under each question, and then fill in his or her answer. Since the "questions" are
being repeated, the answers do not have to be complete
sentences. A word or
phrase may be sufficient.
The student must complete the study guide without assistance
from any other parties.
A printed copy
of the document should be submitted to the professor via e-mail on
or before due date.
1.
State when and by whom the
term “Pastoral Epistles” was first used to refer to the Books of 1
Timothy, 2 Timothy and Titus (Griffin & Lea,
20).
2.
List 4 people and one document
that early in church history attributed the Pastoral Epistles to
Paul. Note: Three
others made allusions that stemmed from the Pastorals (Griffin &
Lea, 20).
3.
Account for the omission of
the Pastorals from the Canon of Marcion (Griffin & Lea,
20-21).
4.
State when the attacks against
Pauline authorship of the Pastoral Epistles first appeared. Explain why it took so
long. Think about this: What developments in the
academic and scientific communities may have prompted this attack
(Griffin & Lea, 21).
5.
State H.J. Holtzmann’s 5
objections to Paul’s authorship of the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
22).
6.
Give the 2 basic viewpoints
regarding the authorship of the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
22-23).
7.
Define amanuensis (Griffin
& Lea, 23).
8.
Define hapax legomena (Griffin
& Lea, 24).
9.
Give 3 possible causes for the
change in Pauline style in the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
26-27).
10.
List the 4 features of the
heresy addressed in the Pastorals, as pointed out by Guthrie
(Griffin & Lea, 28-29).
11.
Briefly summarize the argument
against Pauline authorship on the basis of ecclesiastical structure
(Griffin & Lea, 30-32).
12.
State the traditional answer
to the difficulty posed by the journeys of Paul as mentioned in the
Pastorals (Griffin & Lea, 33).
13.
Give a possible reconstruction
of Paul’s travels as presented in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin
& Lea, 34-35).
14.
State what it is about the
theology in the Pastoral Epistles that prompts some to reject
Pauline authorship (Griffin & Lea, 35).
15.
Account for some of the
changes in theological emphasis between Paul’s earlier writings and
the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea, 37).
16.
Explain why it is unlikely the
church would have knowingly accepted a pseudonymous writing into the
New Testament canon (Griffin & Lea, 38).
17.
List at least 6 ways Paul is
identified or described in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea,
39).
18.
Name 2 Pauline traits that
link the Pastorals with other Pauline material (Griffin & Lea,
40).
19.
State Lea and
Griffin’s conclusion concerning the
authorship of the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea,
40).
20.
Give a possible chronology for
the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea, 41).
21.
State two purposes for the
writing of 1 Timothy (Griffin & Lea, 42).
22.
Give the occasion for the
writing of 1 Timothy (Griffin & Lea, 42).
23.
Contrast the problems in
Ephesus at the time of the writing of
the Pastorals with those Paul earlier encountered in
Galatia and
Corinth (Griffin & Lea,
43).
24.
Describe the false teachers
(and their teaching) in Ephesus at the time of the writing of
1 Timothy (Griffin & Lea, 43).
25.
State the purpose and occasion
for the writing of Titus (Griffin & Lea,
44).
26.
State the occasion and purpose
for the writing of 2 Timothy (Griffin & Lea,
44-45).
27.
Describe how the majesty of
God is presented in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea,
45).
28.
Identify the description of
God that is unique to the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
46).
29.
State the unique emphasis of
the Spirit’s work that is presented in the Pastoral Epistles
(Griffin & Lea, 46).
30.
Name Paul’s concern that
appears in all three Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
46).
31.
List 3 unique ways Paul
described the gospel in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea,
47).
32.
State in what way Paul wanted
Timothy and Titus to use the truth of the gospel (Griffin & Lea,
47).
33.
Describe how Paul viewed the
gospel (Griffin & Lea, 47).
34.
List 4 things Paul indicated
the practice of holiness would affect (Griffin & Lea,
48).
35.
Name 3 groups Paul singled out
to receive an appeal for holiness (Griffin & Lea,
48).
36.
State 2 eschatological
features that critics say prove the theology of the Pastorals is
different from Paul’s norm (Griffin & Lea,
48).
37.
Describe the church as it is
pictured in the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
49).
38.
Contrast the Pastorals with a
church manual (Griffin & Lea, 50).
39.
Explain how Paul used the
terms”elder” and “overseer” in the Pastorals (Griffin & Lea,
50).
40.
State Paul’s aim in church
organization as depicted in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin &
Lea, 51).
41.
Identify the title that is
applied to both God and Jesus in the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin
& Lea, 51).
42.
Describe the proper response
to the false teachers’ attempt to add religious works as a
requirement for salvation (Griffin & Lea,
51).
43.
List at least 14 facts about
Timothy (Griffin & Lea, 51-52).
44.
List at least 11 facts about
Titus (Griffin & Lea, 52).
45.
Summarize the significance of
the Pastoral Epistles (Griffin & Lea,
53-54).
46.
List the three tasks Paul gave
to Timothy in 1 Timothy (Griffin & Lea,
54).
47.
Give five emphases or
practices that Paul suggested for Timothy as he sought to carry out
the 3 tasks (Griffin & Lea, 54).
48.
List 4 qualities needed for
ministry as given by Paul in 2 Timothy (Griffin & Lea,
55).
49.
List 4 metaphors Paul used to
show effectiveness in ministry (Griffin & Lea,
55).
50.
Explain how Paul advised Titus
to deal with divisive persons (Griffin & Lea,
56).
51.
State the purpose for which
Paul urged Timothy to stay in Ephesus (1:3, 4 & Griffin &
Lea, 65-68).
52.
Identify the “goal”
(literally, “end”) of the “command” or “charge” Timothy was to give
and state its three sources (1:5-7 & Griffin & Lea,
68-70).
53.
Name for whom the “law” was
given. List at least 14
categories of people (1:8-11 & Griffin & Lea,
70-72).
54.
List three things of which
Paul was guilty (1:12, 13a & Griffin & Lea,
72-74).
55.
Give the reasons Paul was
shown mercy (1:13b-16 & Griffin & Lea,
74-77).
56.
List five ways Paul describes
God in his doxology (1:17 & Griffin & Lea,
77-80).
57.
Name three things Timothy had
to do to fulfill his ministry in accordance with certain prophecies
that had been made about him (1:18, 19 & Griffin & Lea,
80-81).
58.
Identify that of which
Hymenaeus and Alexander were guilty and state how Paul dealt with
them (1:20 & Griffin & Lea,
81-83).
59.
Describe four types of prayer
Paul urged to be made for all kinds of people (2:1 & Griffin
& Lea, 86-87).
60.
Give the reasons Paul urged
that prayers be offered for kings and all those in authority (2:2-4
& Griffin & Lea, 87-90).
61.
Offer a reason why Paul
mentions the humanity of Christ in reference to his mediatorial role
(2:5-6 & Griffin & Lea, 90-92).
62.
Identify three roles to which
Paul was appointed (2:7 & Griffin & Lea,
92-93).
63.
State where and how men are to
pray (2:8 & Griffin & Lea, 93-94).
64.
Describe how godly, worshipful
women are to adorn themselves (2:9, 10 & Griffin & Lea,
95-97).
65.
Consult three different
commentaries or journals then briefly explain what Paul means when
he says, “A woman should learn in quietness and full submission”
(2:11 & Griffin & Lea,
97-98).
66.
Consult three different
commentaries or journals then briefly explain what Paul means when
he says, “I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over
a man; she must be silent.
For Adam was formed first, then Eve. And Adam was not the one
deceived; it was the woman who was deceived and became a sinner”
(2:12 & Griffin & Lea,
98-100).
67.
Name the two examples from
Genesis that Paul uses to support his statements in verses 11 &
12 (2:13-14 & Griffin & Lea,
100-101).
68.
Consult three different
commentaries then briefly explain what Paul means when he says, “But
women will be saved through childbearing—if they continue in faith,
love and holiness with propriety” (2:15 & Griffin & Lea,
102-103).
69.
Consult three different
translations other than the KJV or NIV and make a three-column
chart, which lists the 17 qualifications for overseers (3:1-7 &
Griffin & Lea, 107-114).
70.
Consult three different
translations other than the KJV or NIV and make a three-column chart
that lists the 9 qualifications for deacons (3:8-10 & 12-13
& Griffin & Lea, 115-119).
71.
Consult three different
translations other than the KJV or NIV and make a three-column chart
that lists the 4 distinct or additional qualifications for the
deaconesses or wives of deacons (3:11 & Griffin & Lea,
119-121).
72.
Define the mystery of
godliness (3:14-16 & Griffin & Lea,
121-127).
73.
Describe what the Holy Spirit
says some people will be like in the “later times” (4:1-3 &
Griffin & Lea, 127-130).
74.
Describe how we are to eat our
food (4:4, 5 & Griffin & Lea,
130-132).
75.
Describe the life of the good
minister of Christ Jesus (4:6-8 & Griffin & Lea,
133-135).
76.
Explain what Paul means when
he says, “the living God, who is the Savior of all men, and
especially of those who believe” (4:9, 10 & Griffin & Lea,
135-137).
77.
List five areas in which
Timothy was to set an example (4:11, 12 & Griffin & Lea,
137-138).
78.
Give the four tasks to which
Timothy was to devote himself (4:13, 14 & Griffin & Lea,
138-140).
79.
State the result when a
minister perseveres and is diligent in life and doctrine
(4:15, 16 & Griffin & Lea,
140-141)
80.
Briefly describe how Timothy
was to relate to each of the following groups: older men, younger
men, older women, and younger women (5:1, 2 & Griffin & Lea,
144-146).
81.
Identify who, according to
Paul, has the first responsibility in caring for widows and state
how Paul describes those who do not do so (5:3, 4, 7, 8, 16 &
Griffin & Lea, 147-148 & 1153).
82.
Describe the widows who
qualify to receive church assistance (5:3, 5, 9, 10 & Griffin
& Lea, 146-147, 149-150).
83.
Describe the widows who do not qualify to
receive church assistance (5:4, 11a, 16 & Griffin & Lea,
146, 151, 153).
84.
Give reasons why Paul says
that younger widows should not be placed on
church assistance (5:11-15 & Griffin & Lea,
151-153).
85.
Explain what Paul means when
he says, “The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are
worthy of double honor” (5:17, 18 & Griffin & Lea,
154-156).
86.
Identify the special
protections and provisions Paul gives regarding the “discipline” of
ministers. WHY? (5:19, 20 & Griffin & Lea,
156-157).
87.
Name the attitude Timothy must
avoid as he deals with elders “under charges” (5:21 & Griffin & Lea,
157).
88.
Give the steps Timothy can
take to head off potential disciplinary situations. Why is this important? (5:22, 24, 25 &
157-162).
89.
Explain what Paul means by the
instruction “Stop drinking only water, and use a little wine because
of your stomach and your frequent illnesses” (5:23 & Griffin & Lea,
158).
90.
Summarize the special teaching
Paul gives for slaves and state its purpose (6:1, 2 & Griffin
& Lea, 163-166).
91.
List the six ways Paul
describes false teachers (6:3-5 & Griffin & Lea,
166-167).
92.
Describe the proper attitude
Christians should have toward material things (6:6-8 & Griffin
& Lea, 167-169).
93.
List at least six dangers that
attend the desire to get rich and the love of money (6:9, 10 &
Griffin & Lea, 169-170).
94.
List seven things Timothy is
to command those who are rich (6:17-19 & Griffin & Lea,
175-176).
95.
Identify that from which
Timothy is charged to flee and what is he to pursue
(6:11, 12 & Griffin & Lea,
171-173).
96.
Name the one upon whom Paul
called to witness the charge he was giving to Timothy
(6:13, 14 & Griffin & Lea,
173).
97.
Give six ways Paul describes
God (note: “blessed” and “only” modify “Ruler”) (6:14-17 & Griffin & Lea,
174-176).
98.
What does Paul solemnly charge
Timothy to guard (6:20-21 & Griffin & Lea,
176-178)?
Unit 2 — March 13 – April 28 –
Titus & 2 Timothy
1.
Review
the PowerPoint presentations over
Titus.
2.
Read
Titus four times as specified below.
3.
Listen
to the reading Titus as specified
below.
4.
Review
the PowerPoint presentations over 2
Timothy.
5.
Read 2
Timothy four times as specified below.
6.
Listen
to the reading 2 Timothy as specified
below.
7.
Read
pages 179-333 of The New American Commentary: An
Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture NIV Text —
1, 2 Timothy, Titus.
8.
Reading & Listening (10%)
— Reading of
the Pastoral Epistles in each of the following translations or
paraphrases. This means
reading through the books four times. On or before Friday, April
14, the student should
submit a
signed
statement certifying that the
assignment has been completed.
See the form below.
[ ] King James Version (may be
combined with the listening assignment)
[ ] New International Version
(may be combined with the listening
assignment)
[ ] The New Century Version
or New Living Translation or ????
[ ] The American Standard
Version or New Revised Standard or Wuest
or Phillips or ????
9.
Listen to an audio recording
of the Pastoral Epistles (either KJV or NIV). If the student does not have
access to such a recording, he should visit the library or go to http://www.audio-bible.com/bible/bible.html. The student may follow along
in his Bible and thereby fulfill one of the requirements of
assignment #8. On or
before Friday, April
14, the student should
submit a
signed
statement certifying that the
assignment has been completed.
See the form below.
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Certification
of Reading Assignment
(To be submitted to the Professor
on or before Friday, April
14)
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I read
the Pastoral Epistles in the King James
Version.
Date
___________________________________________
Signed
_________________________________________
¨
I read the
Pastoral Epistles in the New International
Version.
Date
___________________________________________
Signed
_________________________________________
¨
I read the
Pastoral Epistles in the (check one)
[ ] The New Century
Version
[ ] The New Living Translation
[ ] Other
___________________________________________
Date
___________________________________________
Signed
_________________________________________
¨
I read
the Pastoral Epistles in the (check
one)
[ ] The American Standard
Version
[ ] New Revised Standard
[ ] Phillips’
Version
[ ] Other
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