West Coast School of the Prophets 2018
Classes
Class 1: The Vital Importance of Verbal Inspiration in Sound Bible Study
The class discusses the importance of verbal inspiration in Bible study, emphasizing that every word in the Bible is divinely inspired and carries significance. It covers the concept of discovering truths from scripture rather than inventing them, and how the Bible should interpret itself.
Class 2: He Unrolled the Scroll and Found the Place Where it is Written
The class discusses the inspiration of the Bible, emphasizing that prophets spoke as moved by the Holy Spirit, not by their own will. It explores the human element in the creation and transmission of scripture, including the roles of prophets and scribes, and the importance of understanding the original context and language of the text.
Class 3: Comparing Scripture with Scripture - Regular and Inverted Parallelism Part 1
The class explores the structure of Deuteronomy, focusing on how to identify meaningful sections through bookends and parallelism. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing these literary devices to better understand the principles of salvation and God's dealings with His people.
Class 4: Inverted Parallelism
The class explores inverted parallelism in biblical texts, focusing on structures like step parallelism and introverted parallelism in books such as Matthew, Hebrews, Proverbs, Leviticus, and Isaiah. It emphasizes the use of repetition and symmetry to convey deeper meanings and theological points.
Class 5: Comparing Scripture with Scripture - Regular and Inverted Parallelism Part 2
The class explores the concept of chiastic structures in the Bible, focusing on examples from Psalms, Isaiah, and Revelation. It discusses how these structures enhance understanding of biblical texts and their doctrinal implications, emphasizing the symmetry and parallelism found in various passages.
Class 6: Hearing the Voices of the Prophets
The class explores how the Bible is structured with internal parallels and cross-references between passages, emphasizing the intentional links made by God to guide readers in understanding Scripture. It focuses on the parallels between the Old and New Testaments, particularly in 1 Corinthians and Numbers, to illustrate how these connections enrich biblical interpretation.
Class 7: Hearing the Voices of the Prophets Part 2
The class explores the concept of intertextuality in Ephesians, focusing on how later texts echo and allude to earlier biblical passages. It emphasizes the importance of discerning genuine connections between scriptures and understanding the rich theological themes, such as forgiveness and redemption, through careful study.
Class 8: When NT Quotes Differ From the Hebrew Scriptures
The class explores how New Testament quotations from the Old Testament enrich understanding of the text, using Ephesians as a case study. It examines specific references and themes, emphasizing the importance of context and the deeper meanings revealed through these connections.
Class 9: Reasoning from the Scriptures
The class reflects on the principles of Bible study, emphasizing the importance of diligent, context-based study over emotional or subjective interpretation. It discusses the history of biblical hermeneutics, critiques various approaches, and underscores the centrality of the Bible as the inspired word of God.
Class 10: Exhortation - Sharing the Exhortation and Comfort of the Scriptures
The class focuses on the exhortations in 1 Timothy, emphasizing the role of Timothy as a Levite ministering to the Ecclesia in Ephesus. It highlights the importance of maintaining doctrinal purity while fostering an environment of encouragement and love, drawing parallels between Timothy's mission and the responsibilities of ecclesial leaders today.