Instruction
Prompt 1: Read: Ernest Lucas, Interpreting Genesis in the 21st Century, Faraday Paper #11 (2007); FSB 95-96, The Old Testament And The Ancient Near Eastern Worldview, Michael S. Heiser; and Genesis, Part I Power Point with Notes, and write a 600-900 word essay answering the 3 questions below.
Write a 600-900 word essay anwering the following three questions:
In Heiser's article, "The Old Testament And The Ancient Near Eastern Worldview" he shows us that the authors of the Old Testament wrote about God and the world according to their ancient understanding of the world. Briefly summarize Old Testament cosmology and discuss in what sense this "non-scientific" language about the universe and God can still be true?
From the Genesis, Part I Power Point and Faraday Paper #11, describe three ways the Biblical account of creation differs from the viewpoint of other Ancient Near Eastern religions concerning creation.
In your opinion, what is the best way to relate the Biblical account of creation and scientific theories about the origins of the universe, the earth and its creatures?
Remember to write the essay in Word, including the three questions with your answers after each question, and then upload the assignment with a heading and proper formating. Make sure to include your name at the top of the page.
Prompt 2: After reading the Genesis, Part II Power Point with Notes, answer ONE of the following two questions with a 300 word post.
What do you find most fascinating or inspiring about God's use of Theophanies with people in the Old Testament and how do you think God reveals His presence today? Have you ever felt like God was revealing something to you? If so, how?
Why do you think God made covenants with people in the Old Testament as part of His plan? What do you find interesting in how God used the culture of those times to "cut" a covenant? Christians believe God has made a greater covenant with all people through Christ. What is your understanding of that covenant and how does it affect you?