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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

Institute of Leadership and Ministry, Inc. | Evaluated Learning Experience

BIB-013 Old Testament V – Minor Prophets / Profetas Menores

Length: 

50 hours (5 weeks).

Location: 
Various; distance learning format.
Dates: 

September 2021 - Present. 

Instructional delivery format: 
Online/distance learning
Learner Outcomes: 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: Gain knowledge of the ministry and message of the twelve minor prophets and their influence on the message of fivefold Pentecostalism; Understand the relationship between the major and minor prophets, emphasizing their similarities and differences in light of the biblical canon; Obtain an introspective vision of the spirituality of the prophet and how it contrasts with the spiritual condition of the people of Israel during the time of his ministry; Develop the technique of submitting their written work academically; Understand the importance of developing relevant leadership even in difficult circumstances; Identify the nations and people that interacted with 6th, 7th, and 8th century Israel, and their influence on the political, social and religious life of the Jewish people.

Instruction: 

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics taught in this course include focusing on the prophetic writings of the Old Testament by the twelve Minor Prophets: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. The study of these prophecies is from the punishment of Israel, because of his sin, but with a promise of restoration. It will continue with the approaching of the messianic prophecies. Also taking into account the fulfillment of prophecies as in the case of those deported to exile in Assyria and Babylon. Likewise, repentance and conversion of Israel to the end of time.

Credit recommendation: 

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Bible Studies, or Ministry (9/21).  

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