NT 223 Course at a Glance

NT Interpretation: Acts & Paul

Lectures By: Dr. David Briones

4 Credits

Course Description

This course is designed to deepen one’s understanding of Acts and the letters of Paul, exegetically and in a biblical-theological manner, as well as questions of special introduction and themes in the theology of Acts and Paul. My primary task is to inform your mind and enflame your heart as we gaze on the crucified, risen, and ascended Lord Jesus Christ in Acts and Paul. To that end, class will usually begin with a Valley of Vision Prayer that aligns with the lecture. The rest of the class session will be spent thinking exegetically, theologically, and practically on several texts, topics, and debates in Acts and Paul.

Books to Purchase

The books listed below are required readings which students should acquire by the start of the term. Additional required readings will be listed in the course syllabus and available electronically in Canvas.

Digital copies of these textbooks are available through the library

Perspectives on Paul: Five Views
by McKnight and Edwards
Baker Academic, 2020
ISBN: 9781540960757
The Acts of the Risen Lord Jesus
by Alan J. Thompson
IVP Academic, 2011
ISBN: 9780830826285
By Faith, Not by Sight
by Richard B. Gaffin
P&R, 2013
ISBN: 9781596384439
Introduction to the New Testament, 2nd ed.
by Carson and Moo
Zondervan, 2005
ISBN: 9780310238591

Estimated Workload

The estimated workload is still being calculated for this course. This will be made available shortly.

Lectures Readings Assignments
2 40-80 2.6
Hours Per Week Pages Per Week Hours Per Week

Course Assignments

The assignments listed below are provided for general guidance for students to reference as they plan and register. Please reach out to support@wts.edu if you have any questions.

  • Live Class Meetings [6 - 1 hr meetings]
  • Exegetical Assignments [8 exegesis and transation exercises]
  • Midterm Exam [2 hr exam]
  • Final Exam [2 hr exam]

Live Class Meeting Schedule

The following meeting times are for the Fall 2026 term:

Week 2: Tue, 9/15, 9-10:00 AM ET

Week 4: Tue, 9/29, 9-10:00 AM ET

Week 5: Tue, 10/7, 9-10:00 AM ET

Week 7: Tue, 10/20, 9-10:00 AM ET

Week 9: Tue, 11/3, 9-10:00 AM ET

Week12: Tue, 12/1, 9-10:00 AM ET