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Course MeetsThurs. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Handouts will be available (per notification) online.
at the powerCAMPUS Self-Service site
FIRST & SECOND
TIMOTHY, & TITUS:
PAUL’S “PASTORAL EPISTLES”
RTS/OrlandoFALL 2014
COURSE NUMBER: 2NT718/01SYLLABUS V. 1.0
Paul Speaks to an Emerging Generation of Christian Leaders
“Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness”
Reggie M. Kidd • Professor of New Testament
[email protected] • reggiekidd.com
h)407.539.1670 • m) 407.415.4317
Office hours by appointment.
In the Pastoral Epistles — the last of his writings — Paul explains his main theological values in such a way as to equip two of his chief proteges, Timothy and Titus, to carry on his ministry on the continent of Europe.
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KNOWING — “… able to give instruction in sound doctrine…” (Titus 1:9). How do these epistles help us — or make it more challenging — to understand Paul’s and the early churches theology?
DOING — “… that you might put what remains into order…” (Titus 1:5). What are the resources these letters bring to our pastoral
settings? What are the challenges of applying the Pastoral Epistles in your world?
BEING — “… train yourself for godliness …” (1Tim 4:7). How do these epistles address “me”? How do they convict? challenge? delight? warn? steer? promise? reshape … me?
COURSE GOALS
REQUIRED RESOURCESGordon Fee. 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus. Understanding the Bible Commentary Series, no. 13. Baker Books, 1989 (ISBN 9780801046230)
Reggie M. Kidd. “Titus as Apologia: Grace for Liars, Beasts, and Bellies,” Horizons in Biblical Theology 21.2, Dec. 1999, pp. 185-209. Download from self-service.
Ben Witherington III. Letters and Homilies for Hellenized Christians, Vol. 1, A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary on Titus, 1-2 Timothy and 1-3 John. IVP Academic, 2006. (ISBN 9780830829316)
Frances Young. The Theology of the Pastoral Epistles. New Testament Theology. Cambridge, 1994. (ISBN 9780521379311)
RECOMMENDED RESOURCES (SOME STRONGLY)Martin Dibelius & Hans Conzelmann. The Pastoral Epistles. Hermeneia. Fortress, 1972. (ISBN 9780800660024)
Luke Timothy Johnson. Letters to Paul’s Delegates: 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus. The New Testament in Context. Trinity Press, Int’l., 1996. (ISBN 9781563381447)
Reggie M. Kidd. “1-2 Timothy and Titus,” in The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary. Baker, 2012, pp. 1454-1482. (ISBN 9780801013089)
Reggie M. Kidd. Wealth and Beneficence in the Pastoral Epistles: A “Bourgeois” Form of Early Christianity? Atlanta: Scholars Press, 1990. (ISBN 9781555404468)
George W. Knight III. Commentary on the Pastoral Epistles. NIGTC. Eerdmans, 1992, 2013. (ISBN 9780802871411)
William Mounce. Pastoral Epistles. Word Biblical Commentary Series, No. 46. Thomas Nelson, 2000. (ISBN 9780849902451)
Bruce W. Winter. Roman Wives, Roman Widows: The Appearance of New Women and the Pauline Communities. Eerdmans, 2003. (ISBN 9780802849717)
Philip H. Towner. The Letters to Timothy and Titus. NICNT. Eerdmans, 2006. (ISBN 9780802825131)
“PASTORAL EPISTLES”
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ASSIGNMENTS
Complete Required Course Readings (10 points) Send your instructor an email of the percentage you have completed by the end of the exam period.
Keep a journal of your reflections on the biblical texts, the secondary readings, and the class sessions — write in it twice per week. Due with your final exam — either hard copy or electronic (40 points)
Take Home, Open Book Final Exam on Class Sessions and Required Readings (40 points). The exam will have three questions: see above, under “Course Goals.” You may write for no longer than one hour per question. Yes, it’s that simple.
Final Exam Terminus = 4:00 p.m., Tues., Dec. 16
“PASTORAL EPISTLES”
“… able to give instruction in sound doctrine…”
“… that you might put what remains into order…”
“… train yourself for godliness …”
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SCHEDULEDATE TOPIC READING • DUE DATES
Wk 1Aug. 28
Introductory Questions After class: Introductory sections of Fee & Witherington
Wk 2Sept. 4
The Situation in EphesusThe Situation in Crete
Before class: Young, chs. 1-3
Wk 3Sept. 11
1 Timothy 1:1-2:7 Before class: Fee & Witherington, per each week’s verses (through rest of course)
Wk 4Sept. 18
1 Timothy 2:8-3:7 Before class: Young, ch. 4
Wk 5Sept. 25
1 Timothy 3:8-5:2
Wk 6Oct. 2
1 Timothy 5:3-6:10 Before class: Young, ch. 5
Wk 7Oct. 9
1 Timothy 6:11 - 2 Timothy 1:7
Wk 8Oct. 23
2 Timothy 1:8-2:21 Before class: Young, chs. 6-7
Wk 9Nov. 30
2 Timothy 2:22-4:5
Wk 10Nov. 6
2 Timothy 4:6 - Titus 1:9
Wk 11Nov. 13
Titus 1:10-2:15
Wk 12Dec. 4
Titus 3:1-15
Dec. 164:00 p.m.
1) Email re: readings2) Journal3) Final Exam
“PASTORAL EPISTLES”
Course Objectives Related to MDiv* Student Learning Outcomes
Course: Pastoral Epistles Professor: Reggie Kidd Campus: Orlando Date: Spring 2014
MDiv* Student Learning Outcomes In order to measure the success of the MDiv curriculum, RTS has defined the following as the intended outcomes of the student learning process. Each course contributes to these overall outcomes. This rubric shows the
contribution of this course to the MDiv outcomes. *As the MDiv is the core degree at RTS, the MDiv rubric will be used in this syllabus.
Rubric ! Strong ! Moderate ! Minimal ! None
Mini-‐Justification
Articulation (oral & written)
Broadly understands and articulates knowledge, both oral and written, of essential biblical, theological, historical, and cultural/global information, including details, concepts, and frameworks.
Strong Understanding Paul’s theology is critical to a Reformed theological education.
Scripture
Significant knowledge of the original meaning of Scripture. Also, the concepts for and skill to research further into the original meaning of Scripture and to apply Scripture to a variety of modern circumstances. (Includes appropriate use of original languages and hermeneutics; and integrates theological, historical, and cultural/global perspectives.)
Strong In the text as much as possible — challenging those w/ Greek to use it.
Reformed Theology
Significant knowledge of Reformed theology and practice, with emphasis on the Westminster Standards.
Strong Paul has largely shaped Reformed thinking — frequent class reflections on interplay between Paul and the tradition.
Sanctification
Demonstrates a love for the Triune God that aids the student’s sanctification.
Strong Lectures and readings often point in this direction.
Desire for Worldview
Burning desire to conform all of life to the Word of God.
Strong Paul is about conforming life to the Word.
Winsomely Reformed
Embraces a winsomely Reformed ethos. (Includes an appropriate ecumenical spirit with other Christians, especially Evangelicals; a concern to present the Gospel in a God-‐honoring manner to non-‐Christians; and a truth-‐in-‐love attitude in disagreements.)
Strong Paul is examplar.
Preach
Ability to preach and teach the meaning of Scripture to both heart and mind with clarity and enthusiasm.
Moderate Paul is examplar.
Worship
Knowledgeable of historic and modern Christian-‐worship forms; and ability to construct and skill to lead a worship service.
Minimal Some attention to Paul’s instruction on worship.
Shepherd
Ability to shepherd the local congregation: aiding in spiritual maturity; promoting use of gifts and callings; and encouraging a concern for non-‐Christians, both in America and worldwide.
Moderate Paul is exemplar.
Church/World
Ability to interact within a denominational context, within the broader worldwide church, and with significant public issues.
Strong Paul is exemplar