Demo Course for the Online SBS

This first module is available for you to check out what the Online SBS course look like and how it works.  This module includes some of the foundation units which explain what Inductive Bible Study is and a step by step approach using the letters of Paul to Philemon, Titus and Galatians.  When you click on the course name you should choose the ‘Log in as a Guest’ option.  Some of the study features are not available when in the Guest mode.

 

Module 1: Introduction to Inductive Bible Study Part 1

In this first module we explore the dynamic inductive approach to Bible study, and introduce the method we will be using throughout most of these Certificate courses.  After exploring what inductive Bible study is and how it works it is then applied to three of Paul’s letters, two to individuals and one, considered Paul’s first letter, to a group of churches in the Roman Province of Galatia.  2 U of N Extension Studies Credits.


Module 1, Unit 1: The Basics of Inductive Bible Study Demo

The Basics of Inductive Bible Study: 
Basics

In this unit you will learn how to distinguish between different approaches to the study of the Bible and how to read the Bible well.  You will understand what the inductive approach to Bible Study is and the three important steps, observation, interpretation and application, and how they each relate to each other.  The main tools used for inductive study will also be explained.  This unit is the foundation unit for all that follows.  Take time to learn these lessons well.

Module 1, Unit 2: Philemon Demo

Philemon

Philemon

 In this unit you will begin to study the Bible using the inductive approach.  You will begin to develop the skills of observation, interpretation and application as discussed in the previous unit (The Basics of Inductive Bible Study).  Using this short letter of Paul to Philemon, you will understand how the background and circumstances surrounding the letter open up these 25 short verses and you will be able to identify the core message of the letter.  You will then consider the dynamic implications of this message for both yourself personally and for contemporary society.

Module 1, Unit 3 Part 1: Titus Demo

TitusTitus

In this unit you will continue to develop your skills of observation, interpretation and application, as in the previous unit.  Using the letter of Paul to his co-worker Titus, you will discover the background and circumstances surrounding this letter, complete a character study of Titus, and consider the unchanging message of God’s wonderful grace, yet the responsibility of the believer to grow in Christian character.  In Part 2 you will be introduced to the benefits and be given step by step instructions of the four ways used in this SBS course to record discoveries.

Module 1, Unit 3 Part 2: Introduction to the SBS Study Method Demo

The SBS Study Method
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In this unit you will be introduced to the innovative SBS Study method, with its five readings and the four ways to record your discoveries.  This will be the main method you will use for the rest of the course.

This unit is an update replacing ‘Unit 3 Part 2: Tutus, Recording your Discoveries’.

(August 10th 2020)

Module 1, Unit 4: Galatians Demo

Galatians

GalatiansContinuing to develop your inductive study skills, you will explore what might be Paul’s first letter.  You will discover the background issues related to the writing of this letter and see how this opens up the meaning and relevance of this letter. You will be introduced to a group of teachers who we often meet in the New Testament, and see what a challenge they were to the infant church.  In the ‘religious’ environment of many church situations today, you will have the opportunity to discover the radical implications of this short letter to contemporary Christianity.