Information About This Unit

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Description This unit involves a detailed study of the text and the theology of the Gospel of Luke, including the exegesis of selected chapters, building upon the foundation laid in NT301/501 and 302/502. There is an English exegesis option at both Bachelor (NT420) and Masters (NT620) levels. There is a Greek exegesis option at both Bachelor (NT430) and Masters (NT630) levels.

Teaching staff Lecturer Mr John Coulson

BSc(Hons), DipMin, BTh(Hons), MTh

Phone Ph: (07) 3870 8355

Email [email protected]

Additional Credit points 4 informati on Co/pre-requisites N/A

Teaching weeks 13

NT420 Assessment Summary Item Details/Due Date Weighting Theological essay 2,500 words 40%

Due: 1st September

Exegetical essay 3,500 words 60%

Due: 3rd November NT430

Item Details/Due Date Weighting

Theological essay 2,000 words 35%

Due: 1st September

Greek test 40 minutes 15%

Due: 27th October

Due: 3rd November

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3 NT620 Assessment Summary Item Details/Due Date Weighting (cont’d) Theological essay 3,000 words 45%

Due: 1st September

Due: 3rd November

Item Details/Due Date Weighting

Theological essay 2,500 words 35%

Due: 1st September

Greek test 40 minutes 15%

Due: 27th October

Due: 3rd November

4 LEARNING OUTCOMES AND UNIT CONTENT (ENGLISH EXEGESIS)

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit NT420 students will, for the Gospel of Luke:

Know and understand: 1. Authorship, date, occasion, setting and purpose 2. Character, style, and interrelationship with other Synoptic Gospels 3. Themes and theology 4. Contemporary issues in the study of it 5. Its English text 6. The nature and methods of New Testament exegesis

In order to determine the meaning of the English text of Luke, b e able to: 1. Use sources such as biblical and theological dictionaries, commentaries and on-line resources 2. Recognise literary form, genre, structure and rhetorical conventions 3. Compare and contrast translations 4. Evaluate matters relating to authorship, date and purpose 5. Utilise the historical, social and cultural contexts 6. Assign passages to their literary and canonical contexts 7. Establish the meaning of significant words and phrases in the contexts of Luke and other Synoptic Gospels 8. Trace inter-textual references and allusions 9. Discuss the main themes, arguments and theological teachings 10. Exegete the English text of passages from Luke

Be in a position to: 1. Exegete the English text of Luke for personal understanding and for use in ministry contexts 2. Integrate perspectives from the Synoptic Gospels into biblical interpretation and Christian thinking 3. Apply the teaching of the Synoptic Gospels to situations and issues in contemporary Christianity and society

On completion of this unit NT620 students will, in addition to the above:

Know and understand: 7. A selection of historic and contemporary interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Be able to: 11. Discuss interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Be in a position to: 4. Evaluate interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Unit Content 1. The theology and critical issues in modern study of the Gospel of Luke 2. Exegesis of the English text of Luke 14-24

5 LEARNING OUTCOMES AND UNIT CONTENT (GREEK EXEGESIS)

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit NT430 students will, for the Gospel of Luke:

Know and understand: 1. Authorship, date, occasion, setting and purpose 2. Character, style, and interrelationship with other Synoptic Gospels 3. Themes and theology 4. Contemporary issues in the study of it 5. Its Greek text 6. The nature and methods of New Testament exegesis

In order to determine the meaning of the Greek text of 1 and 2 Corinthians, b e able to: 1. Use sources such as lexicons, theological dictionaries, grammars, textual analyses, commentaries and on-line resources 2. Identify the authorship, date and purpose 3. Translate into English 4. Evaluate textual variants and issues in the history of the text 5. Recognise literary form, genre, structure and rhetorical conventions 6. Utilise the historical, social and cultural contexts 7. Assign passages to the literary and canonical contexts 8. Establish the meaning of significant words and phrases in the contexts of Luke and other Synoptic Gospels 9. Trace inter-textual references and allusions 10. Discuss the main themes, arguments and theological teachings 11. Translate and exegete the Greek text of selected passages from Luke

Be in a position to: 1. Exegete the Greek text of Luke for personal understanding and for use in ministry contexts 2. Integrate perspectives from the Synoptic Gospels into biblical interpretation and Christian thinking 3. Apply the teaching of the Synoptic Gospels to situations and issues in contemporary Christianity and society

On completion of this unit NT630 students will, in addition to the above:

Know and understand: 7. A selection of historic and contemporary interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Be able to: 12. Discuss interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Be in a position to: 4. Evaluate interpretations of the Synoptic Gospels

Unit Content 1. The theology and critical issues in modern study of the Gospel of Luke 2. Exegesis of the Greek text of Luke 19-24 3.

6 UNIT TIMETABLE

Week Date Scripture (2 hours) Theology Luke Greek Hour translation and grammar (1.30–3.00pm) 1 Jul 14 Historical background, introductory issues Introduction

2 Jul 21 Historical background, introductory God Ch. 19 issues (cont’d)

3 Jul 28 Luke 14 Jesus Ch. 19

4 Aug 4 Luke 15 The Holy Ch. 20 Spirit

5 Aug 11 Luke 16 Salvation Ch. 20

6 Aug 18 Luke 17 Israel Ch. 21

7 Aug 25 Luke 18 The Gentiles Ch. 21

8 Sep 1 Luke 19 Discipleship Ch. 22 *Theological essay due 5.00 pm

9 Sep 8 Luke 20 Opponents Ch. 22 and observers

10 Sep 15 Luke 21 Women and Ch. 23 the poor

Break for 2 weeks 11 Oct 6 Luke 22 The Law of Ch. 23 Moses

12 Oct 13 Luke 23 Ecclesiology Ch. 24 Eschatology

13 Oct 20 Luke 24 Luke in Ch. 24 Scripture

14 Oct 27 *Greek test

15 Nov 3 *Exegetical essay due 5.00 pm (Thurs) ASSESSMENT OUTLINE FOR NT420 (BACHELOR, ENGLISH)

7 See supplementary document for detailed assignment instructions.

Assessment 1 Item Theological essay: 2,500 words

Details/Due Date Choose ONE of the theological themes from the class schedule (see above) and write a biblical theology on that theme in the Gospel of Luke, that is, show how Luke develops the theme in his Gospel and uses it to accomplish his overall purpose. Also, discuss the theme’s relevance for the church in the 21st century.

Due: Thursday, 1st September, 5.00 pm

Weighting 40%

Assessment 2 Item Exegetical essay: 3,500 words

Details/Due Date Exegetical essay (following guidelines provided in class) on ONE of the following passages:

(a) Luke 14:25-35

(b) Luke 18:1-8

(c) Luke 19:1-10

(d) OR: a passage of comparable length in Luke 14-24 approved by the lecturer

Due: Thursday, 3rd November, 5.00 pm

Weighting 60%

8 ASSESSMENT OUTLINE FOR NT430 (BACHELOR, GREEK )

See supplementary document for detailed assignment instructions.

Details/Due Date Choose ONE of the theological themes from the class schedule (see above) and write a biblical theology on that theme in the Gospel of Luke, that is, show how Luke develops the theme in his Gospel and uses it to accomplish his overall purpose. Also, discuss the theme’s relevance for the church in the 21st century. Your essay should reflect work in the Greek text.

Due: Thursday, 1st September, 5.00pm

Weighting 35%

Assessment 2 Item Greek test: 40 minutes

Details/Due Date Translation, grammar and textual questions for passages in Luke 19-24. You will answer two (2) questions from a choice of five (5) questions. Answers are equally weighted.

Due: Thursday, 27th October, 1.30 pm

Weighting 15%

(a) Luke 19:1-10

(b) Luke 22:14-23

(c) Luke 23:33-47

9 Due: Thursday, 3rd November, 5.00 pm

Weighting 50%

ASSESSMENT OUTLINE FOR NT620 (MASTERS, ENGLISH)

Details/Due Date Choose ONE of the theological themes from the class schedule (see above) and write a biblical theology on that theme in the Gospel of Luke, that is, show how Luke develops the theme in his Gospel and uses it to accomplish his overall purpose. Also, discuss the theme’s relevance for the church in the 21st century.

Weighting 45%

(a) Luke 16:1-13

(b) Luke 18:18-30

(c) Luke 21:20-33

Due: Thursday, 3rd November, 5.00 pm

Weighting 55%

10 11 ASSESSMENT OUTLINE FOR NT631 (MASTERS, GREEK)

Details/Due Date Choose ONE of the theological themes from the class schedule (see above) and write a biblical theology on that theme in the Gospel of Luke, that is, show how Luke develops the theme in his Gospel and uses it to accomplish his overall purpose. Also, discuss the theme’s relevance for the church in the 21st century. Your essay should reflect work in the Greek text.

Weighting 35%

Assessment 2 Item Greek test: 40 minutes

Details/Due Date Translation, grammar and textual questions for passages in Luke 19-24. You will answer two (2) questions from a choice of five (5) questions. Answers are equally weighted.

Due: Thursday, 27th October, 1.30 pm

Weighting 15%

(a) Luke 21:20-33

(b) Luke 22:24-34

(c) Luke 24:44-53

12 Due: Thursday, 3rd November, 5.00 pm

Weighting 50%

LECTURE ATTENDANCE Please note the ACT policy (see also BST Student Handbook) on lecture attendance in the Undergraduate Handbook and the Graduate and Postgraduate Handbook. You are required to attend at least 80% of lectures. This means you can miss a maximum of two lectures. If you know that you will not be at a lecture, please phone or email the lecturer beforehand. If you miss more than two lectures, your enrolment for this unit may be ended.

HOW TO STUDY THIS UNIT You should allocate approximately 7 hours outside of class each week to this unit.

LATE SUBMISSION OF WORK Please note the ACT Late Penalties Policy (including extensions; see also BST Student Handbook). Failure to submit any individual assignment on time may result in either a late penalty or a zero mark for the assignment.

PASSING THIS UNIT To pass this unit you must complete and submit each assessment item. You must also attain an overall percentage mark of 50% or more.

PLAGIARISM Please note the ACT Academic Misconduct Policy (see also BST student handbook) on plagiarism. This is a serious issue and it is your responsibility both to understand what plagiarism includes and to avoid it completely. If you are found to have plagiarised, there will be serious consequences as specified in the BST student handbook. Penalties for plagiarism are as follows (from ACT Academic Misconduct Policy).

First offence: Students will be subject to academic counselling, with the maximum penalty being to fail the item with no marks awarded. Where deemed appropriate, the minimum penalty available will be that students may be granted an opportunity to resubmit the assessment with a maximum of 50% for the assessment.

Second offence: Fail unit, with no remedial opportunity.

Third or major offence: Exclusion from any award of the ACT, or exclusion from the award for up to two years, or other outcome appropriate to the case but with an impact less serious than exclusion. In the case of severe plagiarism and/or cheating, a student may be subject to a separate disciplinary process approved by the ACT Academic Board. Colleges are required to immediately report to the ACT Director of Academic Services all offences of wilful academic misconduct, for recording on TAMS.

13 14 READING MATERIALS

See supplementary document for a detailed bibliography of reading materials.

* Books marked with an asterisk are on the Frozen Shelf in the library.

Prescribed texts

One commentary – either:

Garland, D. E. Luke. ZECNT. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2012. OR Bock, D. L. Luke. BECNT. Grand Rapids: Baker, 1994-96 (2 volumes).

*Fee, G. D. New Testament Exegesis: A Handbook for Students and Pastors. Third edition. Louisville: Westminster John Knox, 2002.

Aland, K. and B. Aland et al, eds. The Greek New Testament, Fourth revised edition. Stuttgart: UBS, 1994. (Greek students)

Other recommended texts

*Bock, D. L. A Theology of Luke and Acts: God's Promised Program, Realized for All Nations. BTNTS, Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2012.

*Green, J. B. The Theology of the Gospel of Luke. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1995.

Green, J. B., et al. Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels. Second edition. Downers Grove: InterVarsity, 2013. (Reference section copy)

*Guthrie, G. H. and J. S. Duvall. Biblical Greek Exegesis: A Graded Approach to Learning Intermediate and Advanced Greek. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1998. (Greek students – very helpful for diagramming)

*Wallace, D. B. Greek Grammar beyond the Basics: An Exegetical Syntax of the New Testament. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996. (Greek students)

15 GRADUATE OUTCOMES

Attribute Emphases of Unit Comment

Strong Moderate Light 1) Passionate Luke wanted his audience to be assured discipleshi √ concerning the things that had been fulfilled p in Jesus Christ in order to strengthen and sustain them during difficult times. Following Jesus would cost people, perhaps even their lives. Luke’s Gospel, therefore, warns people against taking the decision to follow Jesus lightly. Would-be-disciples must count the cost, deny themselves and take up their cross daily. 2) Sound Luke is strong on the theme of fulfilment knowledge √ and highlights the continuation of God’s of Bible plan for Israel and brought to fruition for all people in Jesus Christ. 3) Humility and Luke often presents the twin themes of faithfulnes √ humility and faithfulness through various s individuals, e.g., a Roman Centurion, Mary, Zacchaeus, the persistent widow, and Jesus himself as he faithfully heads towards Jerusalem to die a humble death. Luke also, in contrast, presents people who are proud and think they are faithful, most notably the scribes and the Pharisees, and the prodigal son’s older brother. 4) Communicating Right from the outset Luke’s Gospel shows the Gospel us that the kingdom of God is the central √ message of the gospel and is available to all regardless of race or social status. Luke stresses that salvation and the forgiveness of sins graciously and lavishly comes to those who recognise they are lost and repent. 5) Commitment to In Luke God the Father reaches out to mission √ those who are lost, but he also sends his Son to preach to the lost and die for them. But it is not only Jesus who is given the task of taking the good news to others but also the disciples. This theme gathers speed in Luke’s second volume, Acts. 6) Commitment to Every NT book addresses Christians within team a church setting and therefore the √ ministry assumption is always that Christianity cannot be lived in isolation from other Christians. 7) Basic ministry In terms of ministry skills there is much we skills √ can learn from Luke’s Gospel when it comes to things like mission, prayer, God’s word, serving the poor, and holistic ministry.

8) Commitment to Like any other book of the Bible studying lifelong Luke will engender within us a desire to √ learning study more. Perhaps this is more so in Luke, since he himself went on to write a second volume, Acts. Luke, therefore, views Jesus’ ministry as merely the beginning (Acts 1:1) of more to come.

16 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

1) They will be passionate disciples of Jesus Christ. Graduates will maintain a vibrant relationship with God, be passionate about following Jesus and walk by the Spirit in every area of life. They will seek to love God above all else and others as themselves in attitudes, words and deeds. They will be imitators of Jesus, obey His Word, deny themselves, take up their cross and follow Jesus wherever He may lead (Mark 8:34).

2) They will have a sound knowledge of the Bible. Graduates will have an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of the Bible. They will be committed to the infallibility and authority of the Bible as God’s Word in everything pertaining to salvation and the Christian life (2 Tim 3:14-17). They will do their best to be good teachers of the Bible who correctly explain the word of truth (2 Tim 2:15).

3) They will have genuine humility and demonstrate faithfulness in life and ministry. Graduates will live lives of holiness, humility and faithfulness. They will be willing to acknowledge their shortcomings and mistakes, and be open to receive constructive criticism and advice. They will do nothing out of selfish ambition, but in humility will consider others better than themselves (Phil 2:3). They will be prepared to suffer for the sake of Christ, knowing that “we must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God” (Acts 14:22).

4) They will be effective communicators of the Gospel. Graduates will know the Gospel and will be eager and able to communicate the Gospel, especially in word, but also through writing and other media, in ways that are culturally sensitive and intelligible to others. They will have compassionate hearts, listening empathetically to people in their particular contexts. They will be ready to preach the Word at any time with patience and care (2 Tim 4:2), trying to persuade people to believe the Gospel and to become followers of Jesus (2 Cor 5:11).

5) They will have a great commitment to God’s mission. Graduates will be aware of the needs and opportunities of local and global mission. They will endeavour to see the coming of God’s kingdom in every sphere of life, strive for justice for the poor and work towards community transformation. They will be passionately committed to and will be active in working towards the fulfilment of the Great Commission, to make disciples of all nations (Matt 28:18-20).

6) They will be committed to team ministry and servant leadership. Graduates will be committed to the local church as the family of God and as their context for ministry and base for mission (Heb 10:24-25). They will work enthusiastically and cooperatively with others in ministry teams. They will be open to Christians across various evangelical denominations and churches (Luke 9:49-50). As leaders they will be disciple-makers, following the Lord Jesus in serving, leading by example, and training and mentoring other leaders (Mark 10:43-45).

7) They will be competent in basic ministry skills. Graduates will be competent in basic ministry skills, including preaching, teaching, leading and caring for people. They will use their gifts to implement constructive change in the church and community (1 Tim 4:6-16). They will be culturally attuned and flexible in dealing with a range of issues (1 Cor 9:19-23). They will embrace accountability and maintain professional standards in various contexts. They will be “salt and light” in the world (Matt 5:13-14) and be able to “prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up” (Eph 4:12).

8) They will be committed to lifelong learning and personal growth. Graduates will be proactive in expanding their knowledge and abilities. They will be open to new challenges, be willing to face unfamiliar problems and accept wider responsibilities. They will continue to grow in faith, knowledge and maturity, “forgetting what is behind and pressing … toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (Phil 3:13-14).