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Course
Introduction to the Old Testament
~5 Hours
In this Introduction to the Old Testament course, you will learn about the first 39 books of the Bible and apply their key messages to contemporary Christian life.
Quonekuia A. Day
About This Course
The Old Testament comprises the first 39 books of the Bible. Studying these books and their rich history is an important part of understanding God, Christianity, and the Judeo-Christian worldview. Even so, for many Christians, approaching and engaging with the Old Testament can feel confusing and intimidating. If you’re new to exploring the Word or you’ve spent a lot of time studying it, this course will help you deepen your biblical understanding and inspire you to reflect on the truths you will encounter.
After taking Introduction to the Old Testament, you will be able to identify the major themes of the Old Testament and apply its key messages to contemporary Christian life. Follow along with expert Dr. Quonekuia Day as she helps you grow in biblical and theological understanding and formation and personal development.
We’re excited to help you start or continue your lifelong journey with the Bible.
What You Will Learn:
- Identify the major themes of the Old Testament.
- Apply key messages of the Old Testament to contemporary Christian life.
A FULLER Equip Course
- Theology & Biblical Studies
- Study the Bible
1. Getting Started
Overview & Themes of the OT, Part 1
2. The Creation and the Character of God
3. Human Rebellion & God's Judgment and Promises
4. God's Deliverance and Commandments
5. God's Law & Sacredness
Overview & Themes of the OT, Part 2
6. God’s Covenant
7. God’s Sovereignty & Faithfulness
8. God’s Sovereignty in Kingship
9. God’s Post-Exilic Restoration & Renewal
10. God’s Warnings, Judgments, and Promises Through the Prophets
Conclusion
11. Next Steps
Your Instructor
Quonekuia A. Day
Professor
Professor Quonekuia A. Day is a full-time instructor of Old Testament & Biblical Hebrew at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and an adjunct instructor at Meachum School of Haymanot. Professor Day has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Emmanuel College, a Master of Social Work from Boston University, a Master of Divinity, and a Master of Theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Her PhD is in Old Testament from North West University in Potchefstroom, South Africa. As an instructor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, she has taught courses in Old Testament (OT) Survey, Genesis, Exodus, Interpreting the OT/NT, and Hebrew language. In addition, Professor Day is a public speaker specializing in Old Testament and Sexuality. She has conducted numerous seminars and workshops on the Old Testament, sexuality, mental wellness, conflict resolution, and leadership development. She has participated in two documentaries, “Unspokenmovie.com,” streamed over 200,000 times, and the AND Campaign “How I Got Over” docuseries on YouTube. Professor Day is an ordained minister with the Church of God in Cleveland, Tennessee. She has over 30 years of ministry experience as a teacher, counselor, preacher, and outreach/formation minister. Professor Day serves as the director of Ministerial Care and Development at Deliverance Temple Worship Center, Dorchester, MA.
