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Overview of the New Testament

Overview of the New Testament. The OT covers the origins of faith including creation (Genesis), covenants with various patriarchs (Abraham), the Exodus from Egypt, and ends with the Exile and prophecies of a covenant to be fulfilled (the Messiah). . REVIEW.

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Overview of the New Testament

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  1. Overview of the New Testament

  2. The OT covers the origins of faith including creation (Genesis), covenants with various patriarchs (Abraham), the Exodus from Egypt, and ends with the Exile and prophecies of a covenant to be fulfilled (the Messiah). REVIEW

  3. The New Testament can be broken into 4 key parts: • The Gospels • The Acts of the Apostles • Letters • Revelation

  4. Heart of the Scriptures  source for learning the life/lessons of Jesus • Inspired by God, but written by men i. The Gospels

  5. Mt, Mk, and Lk known as the synoptic Gospels means that they have similar visions • Lk and Mt used many of the verses that appeared in Mk • Mt and Lk share material that doesn’t appear in Mk • Q document: hypothetical source believed to be made up of the sayings of Jesus

  6. Jn uses symbolism and strong imagery to emphasize the divinity of Jesus

  7. Written A.D. 80-100 • Focuses on the growth of the Church guidance of the Holy Spirit • Is the 2nd part of Lk Gospel and covers Christian expansion in the Roman world II. Acts of the Apostles

  8. Includes the activities of the early Church such as the preaching of Peter/the Apostles, the growth of the 1st Christian community, the missionary journeys of Paul, and the Council of Jerusalem

  9. Includes 21 letters or Epistles • Generally took the form of letter writing and addressed to a Christian community or individuals • Letter structure • Opening: a greeting (identifying the sender and recipient) then a prayer • Body: usually an account of Jesus’ life, teachings on how to grow, and advice/encouragement to the community • Conclusion: a personal remark/farewell III. Letters

  10. Can be divided into 3 groups: • The letters of Paul: from Romans to Philemon • Letter to the Hebrews • Catholic Epistles (the last 7 letters) • Called Catholic or “universal” because they’re addressed to the general public, not a specific community

  11. Written A.D. 95-96 • The final book, the Revelation to John • Uses poetic imagery and challenges the reader to fully understand the truth of Jesus IV. Revelation

  12. Written in styles of apocalyptic literature • A popular style in both Christian and Jewish communities • Apocalyptic means “revealed” or “unveiled” • Secrets of heaven/the future are revealed by an angel or the Risen Christ • Much of the imagery comes from the OT (Ezekiel, Zechariah, and Daniel)

  13. Rich with symbolism of numbers, colours, and images which were used to hide messages from the Romans (who were persecuting Christians) • Writings were meant to comfort/give hope to the people • Encouraged Christians to remain faithful to the mission

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