Trace the theme of grace across both Testaments, examining Old Testament vocabulary of divine mercy and New Testament christological concentration of grace in Christ.
An exegetical study of Philippians examining the Christ Hymn, kenosis, Pauline joy in suffering, and implications for Christian humility and spiritual formation.
Examine the cosmic Christology of Colossians, the Colossian Hymn, Christ's supremacy over all creation and powers, and implications for Christian theology and practice.
A critical review of Ephesians' ecclesiology examining the body of Christ metaphor, the church's cosmic vocation, and implications for unity, ministry, and mission.
An exegetical study of the Thessalonian correspondence examining Pauline eschatology, the parousia, the man of lawlessness, and pastoral implications for Christian hope.
Examine the Pastoral Epistles' teaching on church leadership qualifications, governance, sound doctrine, and the ongoing debates about women in ministry and church polity.
A critical review of Paul's Corinthian correspondence examining church conflict, the theology of the cross, apostolic authority, and implications for contemporary pastoral ministry.
An exegetical study of the Book of Ruth examining the go'el (kinsman-redeemer), hesed, divine providence, and the book's typological significance for Christian theology.
Examine how the New Testament writers quoted, alluded to, and interpreted the Old Testament, exploring hermeneutical methods, christological reading, and the question of contextual awareness.
Trace the theme of mission across the biblical canon from Abraham's call through the Great Commission, examining the missio Dei and its implications for the contemporary church.