1. MAJOR THEMES IN THE OLD TESTAMENT History of God’s actions in the world in preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ and description of the history of the people of Israel.

2. CREATION I. Creation God is Originator of all that is in the world. Transcendent – above all things Humanity is the height of God’s creation – made in the likeness & image of God, stewards of God’s creation. Sin –in the world, disrupts relationship between God and humanity.

4. THEMES II Abraham Calling and Covenant (Genesis 12:1-4) His descendants will become a great nation. III. Exodus – from Egypt to the Giving of the Law (Ten Commandments) Ten Plagues Passover Liberation from Egypt

6. OT THEMES IV. Entry into Promised Land Becoming a new people – God’s and living by His standard and purposes. V.Establishment of the Monarchy – First three kings – Saul, David, Solomon. VI.VI. The Priesthood – Day of Atonement. VII.Prophecy – foretelling & forth telling VIII.Exile – Babylon. Due to sin of people IX.IX. Restoration – Return & New Temple