Syllabus

Life of Paul
Two Credit Hours Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Starting January 11, 2012 Taught by W. Alan Shelby B.A. Calvary Bible College M.A. Luther Rice Seminary ashelby@vistgraceway.org 1. Course Mission and Description MISSION: This class is a biblically-grounded, analytical study of Paul the apostle aiming to aid the student in interacting with the historical life of Paul. Living like a Christian means coming to grips with Paul. No figure apart from Jesus himself is more important to Christianity. CATALOG DESCRIPTION: We examine Paul as a portrait of the model Christian minister. Particular attention is given to his missionary journeys. 2. Required Textbooks The Holy Bible, Authorized Version Life of Paul Course Outlines (SSM), 2012. These are handed out as the course progresses. y Sanders, J. Oswald. Dynamic Spiritual Leadership: Leading Like Paul. Discovery House Publishers, 1999 Recommended Reading y Boyd, Robert. Paul the Apostle: His Life & Times. Iowa Falls, IA: World Bibles, 1994 y y 3. Requirements: Course Action and Evaluation A. ASSIMILATION: Compile an accurate and complete notebook of all lecture material given in class B. INTEGRATION: Participate in class discussions. Be encouraged to ask pertinent questions. Read the relevant chapters in Acts and the course textbook by Sanders and submit a book review of Dynamic Spiritual Leadership by the last week of class that interacts with the arguments and information presented by the author and by your teacher. C. EXAMINATION: Submit a review of the text by Stedman as prescribed, by the last week of class, and prepare for and take a final exam at the end of the semester

4. Objectives: Course Outcomes and Student Opportunities A. GENERAL COMPETENCIES 1. The student will understand the GOAL of Pauls life: to glorify God. A goal is a desired result or purpose. 1 Cor 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. 2. The student will understand the SOURCE of Pauls life: crucifixion with Christ. Source is the origin, the first form from which all other varieties are made. Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. 3. The student will be enabled to interpret the various texts and theological concepts found in the life of Paul. B. COGNITIVE COMPETENCIES 1. The student will appreciate the PHILOSOPHY of Pauls life: centered in Christ. A philosophy is a basic theory concerning the source and nature of knowledge on a particular subject. A philosophy of life is a system of ideas that explain reality. Phil 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 2. The student will assimilate the ATTITUDE of Pauls life: one of rejoicing. An attitude is a state of mind or feeling. Phil 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. 3. The student will be awakened to and experience the primary purpose of the Christian life: to know, love and glorify God through Jesus Christ above all else. C. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES 1. The student will deepen his walk with the Lord in light of the principles taught in Pauls life, by becoming more Christlike in character and personal sanctification 2. The student will acquire Pauls STYLE of life: addicted to ministry. A style is a customary way or manner of living. 1 Cor 9:19 For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more. D. ACADEMIC OBJECTIVES To present an examination of the life of Paul that is: 1. Theological: Presenting key elements of Biblical doctrines accurately 2. Dispensational: Approaching the study from a position of "rightly dividing" the character and nature of Pauls epistles 3. Prophetical: Studying key prophetic passages about the end-times as revealed by Paul 4. Practical: Emphasizing application of Pauline principles in missions, evangelism, and practical Christian living 5. Personal: Recognizing the inspirational character of Pauls life, which can instruct the Christian in his or her identity in Christ and walk in the Holy Spirit

5. Grading
A B C D 92-100% 83-91% 74-82% 65-73% Excellent. Mastery of course material. Good. Reasonable understanding of course material. Satisfactory. Basic comprehension of course material. Poor. Minimal knowledge of course material.

Consult the online student handbook for detailed grading scale and grading criteria. Assignment grades are formulated as a percentage of total possible points. In this course, the following formula is used for final grades:

Final Exam = 100 points Quizzes = 50 points Book Review = 32 points APPA* Points (10 per week) = 120 points TOTAL = 302 points * Attendance, preparation, participation, attention (online students: timeliness to deadlines) 278 302 Points = A 251 277 Points = B 223 250 Points = C 196 222 Points = D 000 195 Points = F

6. Course Schedule and Outline 2012

Synopsis: This course brings the biblical data on Pauls life together in a unique and captivating way to help you understand how the Christian life works. With your teachers guidance you will learn to view Paul as a surprisingly relevant reference for Christlike living and expression of God's love. The class masterfully integrates, cross-references and connects Pauls life to your life, so you can understand and use the wisdom of the Bible to grow your Christian walk. WEEK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DATE SUBJECT Jan 11 Amazing Apostle, Enlightening Epistles Jan 18 How to Be a Barney Jan 25 A Word Awaiting Your World Feb 1 Piecing Together Gods Plan Feb 8 What to Do in Discipleship Feb 15 A Biblical Philosophy of Ministry Feb 22 Reaching Postmodern People Feb 29 Doing Your Discipleship Duty Mar 7 How the Snake Hinders the Spirit *Mar 14 SPRING BREAK No Class 10 Mar 21 Pauls Pattern of Leadership 11 Mar 28 Do I Have a Witness? 12 Apr 4 Becoming a Modern-Day Hero * Complete assigned reading PRIOR to class ACTS 9 10 11 13-14 14-15 16 17 18 19 20 21-23 24-28 SANDERS* 9-45 46-80 81-93 94-100 101-111 112-130 131-157 158-186 187-202 203-209 210-223 DUE Quiz 1 Quiz 2 Quiz 3 Quiz 4 Quiz 5 Quiz 6 Quiz 7 Quiz 8 Quiz 9 Quiz 10 Final Exam

7. Assignments (302 points)

A. Quizzes and Tests (150 points) y An online test will be given as a final exam. Failure to take a test in the allotted time will result in a ten point per day penalty. B. APPA (Attendance, Preparation, Participation, Attention - 120 points) y Roll will be taken and there are no excused absences. Each student receives 120 attendance points for the semester. Each classed missed results in the loss of ten points. y Absences from class do not excuse the student from submitting any required assignments on time, since all course work is listed in this syllabus under the course schedule.

y Weekly Preparation: Each students careful reading of the assigned biblical chapters and analysis of the textbooks comments each week will be crucial for successful class sessions. A close, thorough, and insightful reading of every corresponding chapter in Acts is expected. Students are encouraged to bring ONE OBSERVATION/QUESTION PER CHAPTER each week for the sake of discussion as time allows. C. Book Review (32 points) Form and Content: Your review should begin with a two-paragraph summary of the book's contents. This summary should be followed by a two-to-three-paragraph discussion of how the book relates to information presented in our course lectures. Finally, you should include a one-to-twoparagraph evaluation of the authors presentation compared to the biblical data on the Pauline Epistles. Put your name on your submission and turn it in on the due date or before. NOTE: y This report must reference at least one book or article on the Pauline Epistles other than the textbook, and must include at least two footnotes or citations per page y The paper must be at least one full to two typewritten pages in length, double-spaced y Use a standard font (like Times New Roman) set to 12 point type y Citations may be given as footnotes or endnotes y A 10-point penalty is applied for each day the paper is late D. Academic Integrity Students are expected to submit their own original work. This includes properly citing direct and indirect quotations, as well as ideas gleaned from other sources.

Success in this Course

Success in the course is as simple as ABC. Important ingredients include: A. Take careful notes If you do not take sufficient notes you will not do well. One way to increase the effectiveness of your note-taking is comparing your notes with others to see if you have selected the same points highlighted by your colleagues. Also, compare your notes to the available outlines to see that your organization of the material makes sense. B. Discuss Bible principles presented in the class Consider developing community by initiating a study group. Locate one or two people in the class and develop a regular habit of informal discussions of issues brought up in this course. Use these discussions to answer each others questions and review quizzes in preparation for exams. C. Keep up with assignments and study for tests The reading demands of the class are easy, but failing to keep current can lead to problems because some of the lecture material and exam expectations presuppose your knowledge of background materials. Do the advance reading in the textbook.

Attendance Policy
Students should not miss the first session of any class because it is crucial to receiving the requirements and noting the foundational elements for each subject area. Attendance at all class sessions is expected. The student is also expected to show common courtesy to the professor and fellow students by being punctual and coming prepared for input (i.e., having done assigned reading). Inclement Weather In the event inclement weather necessitates the cancellation of classes, a message will be available on the weather line (816) 358-0988 x7669 (SNOW). In case of bad weather, use your best judgment about traveling. You can also check the web site at http://student.shepherdschool.org/.

8. Course Overview
This course focuses on many questions concerning Pauls missionary journeys and the writing of his epistles. We will explore his religious background as a Pharisaic Jew and his dramatic conversion to Christ. We will watch the persecutor turn persecuted, and then learn key leadership lessons from his work as a missionary and church launcher. I. PREPARATION AD 1-35 Acts 22:3; Phil 3:5 II. CONVERSION AD 35 Acts 9:1-18; Gal 1:11-16 III. RE-EDUCATION AD 36-38 Gal 1:17-18,21; Acts 9:19,22-23,36; 2 Cor 11:32-33 IV. INITIATION AD 41-44 Acts 9:29-30; 11:25-30; 2 Cor 11:24-26; Gal 1:21-24 V. EXPEDITION AD 45-60 Acts 13:1-21:16 ; Gal 2:1-5,10; 1 Cor 2:1-5; 1 Thes 1:5-6; 2:1-8 VI. DECLARATION AD 60-62 Acts 21:17-24:23 VII. EXHIBITION AD 62-67 Acts 25:1-28; Rom 15:20, 24; Phm 22; 1 Tim 1:3; Titus 1:5; Phil 1:25-26; 2:24; 2 Tim 1:8,12,16; 2:9-12; 3:1,12-13; 4:6-18,20

9. Selected Bibliography
1. Pauline Studies *Boyd, Robert. Paul the Apostle: His Life & Times. Iowa Falls, IA: World Bibles, 1994. Bruce, F.F. Paul: Apostle of the Heart Set Free. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Wm B. Eerdmans, 1977. Butler, John G. Paul: The Missionary Apostle. Clinton, IA: LBC Publications, 1995. Getz, Gene. Paul, Men Of Character Series. Broadman & Holman, 2000. Mauck, John W. Paul on Trial: The Book of Acts as a Defense of Christianity. Thomas Nelson, 2001. *Meyer, F.B. (Lance Wubbels, ed.). The Life of Paul: A Servant of Jesus Christ. Ywam Publishing, 1996. *Moore, Beth. To Live Is Christ: Embracing the Passion of Paul. Nashville: Broadman & Holman, 2001. *Sanders, Oswald. Dynamic Spiritual Leadership: Leading Like Paul. Barbour, 1999. 2. History/Geography/Manners/Customs Conybeare, W.J. and J.S. Howson. The Life and Epistles of Saint Paul. Hartford: S.S. Scranton, 1897. Ramsay, Sir William M. (edited by Mark Wilson). St. Paul the Traveler and Roman Citizen. Kregel, 2001. 3. Pauls Epistles Aageson, James W. Paul, The Pastoral Epistles, and the Early Church. Hendrickson Publishers, 2008. Barton, John and Muddiman, John, editors. The Pauline Epistles. Oxford University Press. Childs, Brevard S. The Church's Guide for Reading Paul: The Canonical Shaping of the Pauline Corpus. Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2008. Coneybeare, W.J, and Howson, J.S. The Life & Epistles of St. Paul. AMG Publishers, 2010 (reprint). Illustrated Bible Summary Series: The Life & Letters of Paul. B & H Publishing Group, 2008. Miller, Kathy Collard. Paul and the Prison Epistles: The Smart Guide to the Bible Series. Thomas Nelson, 2008. Phillips, Thomas E. Paul, His Letters, and Acts. Baker Academic, 2009. *Polhill, John B. Paul and His Letters. B & H Publishing Group, 1999. Schreiner, Thomas R. Interpreting the Pauline Epistles. Baker, 1990. *Stedman, Ray C. Adventuring through Paul's Epistles. Discovery House Publishers, 2009.

4. Scholars Conversed With Barclay, William. The Mind of Saint Paul. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1975. Johnson, Luke Timothy. The Apostle Paul. Chantilly, VA: The Teaching Company, 2001. Lovering, Eugene Jr. Theology & Ethics in Paul and His Interpreters. Nashville: Abingdon Press, 1996. Meeks, Wayne A., ed. The First Urban Christians: The Social World of the Apostle Paul. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1983. Sanders, E. P. (Ed Parish). Paul and Palestinian Judaism: A Comparison of Patterns of Religion. Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1977 Stendahl, Krister. Paul Among Jews and Gentiles, and Other Essays. Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1978. Stuhlmacher, Peter. Revisiting Paul's Doctrine of Justification: A Challenge to the New Perspective. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2001. Vickers, Brian. Jesus Blood and Righteousness: Pauls Theology of Imputation. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2006. Waters, Guy Prentiss. Justification and the New Perspectives on Paul: A Review and Response. Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing , 2004, Westerholm, Stephen. Perspectives Old and New on Paul: The Lutheran Paul and His Critics. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2003. Wright, N. T. (Nicolas Tom) The Climax of the Covenant. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 1992. _____________. The New Testament and the People of God. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 1996. _____________. Paul: In Fresh Perspective. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2006. _____________. What Saint Paul Really Said: Was Paul of Tarsus the Real Founder of Christianity? Grand Rapids, Mich.: Wm. B. Eerdmans, 1997. *Recommended See also relevant commentaries by John Phillips and Harry A. Ironside, and Bible surveys by J. Sidlow Baxter, W. Graham Scroggie, Harold Wilmington, and Robert Boyd.

10. Webliography
Bible Online Atlas http://www.biblemap.org/ Bible History http://www.bible-history.com/ Bible Study Resources www.bible.org Bible Study Tools/Charts http://www.blueletterbible.org/study/ Bible Chronology Timeline http://www.blueletterbible.org/study/parallel/timeline/index.html Scholarly articles NT http://www.ntgateway.com Scholarly articles OT http://www.otgateway.com/ Check the web site for this class for other online resources Adobe Reader is available free of charge for the purpose of viewing and printing PDF documents at http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/

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