SA 410 - Patriarchs & Prophets I
Course Syllabus
 
Patriarchs and Prophets I & II examine the beginnings of prophecy and the first prophets, their successes and failures, and the constantly developing understanding of the gift and the office as outlined in Biblical history. These two courses examine Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Samuel, Eli, David, the false prophet Balaam, and other early prophetic individuals, drawing basic principles from the examples outlined in Scripture, and applying them to the prophetic ministry today.
Week #
Lesson Title
Foundation Scriptures
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1
 Father Abraham Genesis 20:2-18
2
 From Thief to Prophet Genesis 27:1-31:55, 49:1-33
3
 The Dreamer Genesis 37:1-11, 40:1 - 41:52
4
 Reluctant Prophet Exodus 3:1 - 4:31
5
 Prophet to Prophet Exodus 4:10-16, 7:1-2
6
 The Ultimate False Prophet Numbers 22:1-24, 31:7-8
7
 Speak to the Rock Exodus 17:1-6, Numbers 20:1-13
8
 Unholy Fire Leviticus 10:1-11, Leviticus 16:1-34
9
 Show Me Your Glory Exodus 33:7-23
10
 The Cloud Exodus 40:34-38, Numbers 9:15-23
Course Grading will be accomplished in the following manner: A Mid-Term exam will be given on the first 5 class sessions, comprising 40% of the final grade. A Final Exam will be given on the last 5 class sessions, comprising 40% of the final grade. Attendance and participation will account for 10% of the final grade. And a special minimum three page Essay reflecting the students own observations and conclusions about the materials presented in the course, representing what they feel they have learned, will account for 10% of the final grade. Unexcused absences will represent an automatic 1% decrease in the final grade. Absences with a valid excuse approved by the instructor will not be counted against the student's final grade.