Leadership textbooks
According to the seminary catalog:
Seminar in Leadership
Purpose:
• To examine biblical principles of leadership
• To evaluate one’s leadership gifts, style, and strength
• To discuss practical leadership models and methods within the local church
Topics covered include characteristics of godly leaders, how to develop a ministr y model, the impor tance of planning, practical pointers on leading a session and a congregation, a resume primer, and factors in evaluating a pastoral call. The course includes a special lecture by Dr. Diane Langberg on how to avoid experiencing a moral shipwreck in your ministry.
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Biblical Interpretation
The following books were used during the 2006-2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Biblical Interpretation :
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According to the seminary catalog:
Biblical Interpretation
Purpose:
• To gain an overall framework for interpreting/applying any passage of Scripture, a framework that is sensitive to the reader’s world, the author’s world, and the text itself
• To gain experience in seeing the Christological/Gospel-centered implications of any text as a prerequisite for meaningful personal application
• To grow in ability to rivet Scriptural truth to real-life ministry situations
• To practice biblical interpretation in the context of community
Topics covered include the problem of meaning, historical and contemporary models for the interpretation/application of Scripture, Bible translators, resources for Bible study, genre, and contemporary challenges in interpretation (including the role of the reader and the impact of culture in the process of interpretation).
Gospel Communication
The following books were used during the 2006-2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Gospel Communication taught by Timothy Witmer, Professor of Practical Theology:
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According to the seminary catalog:
Gospel Communication
Purpose:
• To introduce the student to the basic elements of good sermon construction
• To initiate practice in the skills of preparing sermons
• To expose the student to various preaching models
Topics covered include a biblical theology of preaching and gospel communication; the spiritual principles of proclaiming the gospel; the form of the message; studies in text and theme selection, exegesis, structure, and delivery.
Advanced Theological Writing
The following books were used during the 2006-2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Advanced Theological Writing:
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According to the seminary catalog:
Advanced Theological Writing
Purpose:
• To equip students to write theological papers clearly and accurately in English
Topics covered include the thesis; overall organization and paragraph structure in theological writing; styles of writing critical reviews, exegesis, and research papers; summary, paraphrase,
quotation, and documentation forms; vocabulary development; and advanced English grammar. Correction will be provided for papers, sermons, and presentations written by students for regular seminary courses while enrolled in Advanced Theological Writing.
English Bible Survey
The following books were used during the 2006-2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course English Bible Survey taught by Gerald McFarland, Lecturer in Practical Theology:
According to the seminary catalog:
English Bible Survey
Purpose:
• To provide a thorough survey of the content of the English Bible
• To equip future church leaders with skills for teaching the English Bible in the local church
• To meet the requirement of passing the English Bible examination
Topics covered include the reading of the entire English Bible, written exercises, class discussion, and laboratory experience in study methods.
Biblical Interpretation During the Second Temple Period
The following books were used during the 2006-2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Biblical Interpretation During the Second Temple Period taught by Peter Enns, Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Hermeneutics:
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According to the seminary catalog:
Biblical Interpretation During the Second Temple Period
Purpose:
• To explore the nature of biblical interpretation in Second Temple texts
Special attention is given to the hermeneutical, theological, and doctrinal implications of the Second Temple data. Student presentations and discussion are integral to the course.
Proverbs textbooks
The following books were used during the 2007 academic year at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Proverbs :
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Old Testament Poetry and Wisdom Literature
The following books were used in 2007 at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Old Testament Poetry and Wisdom taught by Peter Enns, Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Hermeneutics:
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According to the seminary catalog:
Old Testament Poetry and Wisdom
Purpose:
• To gain a strong familiarity with the nature of Hebrew poetry
• To explore the theological context of the wisdom books (Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes), Psalms, and Song of Songs
• To discuss the theology of OT wisdom vis-à-vis the gospel
Topics covered include the nature and diversity of OT wisdom books; characteristics of Hebrew poetry; exegetical studies of various psalms, Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs; and wisdom and the NT.
Old Testament Theology texts
The following books were used in 2007 at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Old Testament Theology taught by Tremper Longman, Visiting Professor of Old Testament:
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According to the seminary catalog:
Old Testament History and Theology II
Purpose:
• To explore the relationship among literature, history, and theology in the books of Deuteronomy through Ezra/Nehemiah
• To provide a knowledge of the content of this section of canon
• To give a biblical-theological framework for applying these books in life and ministry
In addition to laying out the theology and content of each of these books, we will cover such topics as the relationship of Deuteronomy to the other books. Additional topics covered include
OT historiography; OT theology; the relationship between revelation, history, and theology; and covenant.
Old Testament Introduction
The following books were used in 2007 at Westminster Theological Seminary, in the course on Old Testament Introduction taught by Peter Enns, Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Hermeneutics:
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