1. The Creation and Early Human History

• Genesis – Creation, Adam and Eve, the Fall, Cain and Abel, Noah’s Flood, the Tower of Babel, and the early spread of humanity.

2. The Patriarchal Period (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph)

• Job – Possibly set during the time of the patriarchs; a reflection on suffering and divine justice.
• Genesis – The call of Abraham, God’s covenant, Isaac’s birth, Jacob’s life, and Joseph’s journey to Egypt.

3. The Exodus (Israel’s Escape from Egypt)

• Exodus – Moses’ calling, the Ten Plagues, the Exodus, Red Sea crossing, Sinai covenant, and Ten Commandments.
• Leviticus – Laws and priestly instructions given during the wilderness journey.
• Numbers – Census, wilderness wanderings, leadership challenges, and preparation to enter Canaan.
• Deuteronomy – Moses’ farewell sermons, summary of the Law, and his death.

4. The Conquest of Canaan

• Joshua – The conquest and division of Canaan, renewal of the covenant, and Joshua’s farewell.

5. The Time of the Judges

• Judges – Cycles of sin, oppression, deliverance through judges like Deborah, Gideon, and Samson.
• Ruth – A personal story of faith and redemption during the time of the judges; ancestry of David.

6. The United Kingdom of Israel (Saul, David, Solomon)

• 1 Samuel – The rise of Saul, David’s anointing, and the transition of leadership.
• 2 Samuel – David’s reign, moral failings, repentance, and national expansion.
• 1 Chronicles – Focuses on David’s reign and temple preparations.
• 2 Chronicles – Solomon’s reign, temple construction, and the start of the divided kingdom.

7. The Divided Kingdom (Israel and Judah)

• 1 Kings – Solomon’s reign and the kingdom’s division; stories of Elijah and other kings.
• 2 Kings – History of both kingdoms; fall of Israel to Assyria and Judah to Babylon.
• 1 Chronicles – Emphasises Judah’s kings and religious reform.
• 2 Chronicles – Highlights Judah’s kings and ends with the exile to Babylon.

8. The Exile and Return to the Promised Land

• Ezra – Return from Babylon and rebuilding of the temple.
• Nehemiah – Reconstruction of Jerusalem’s walls and spiritual renewal.
• Esther – God’s providence in preserving the Jews under Persian rule.

9. Wisdom Literature and Psalms

• Job – Exploration of suffering, faith, and divine justice.
• Psalms – A collection of prayers, praises, and laments by David and others.
• Proverbs – Wisdom sayings, mostly from Solomon, on practical and moral living.
• Ecclesiastes – Reflections on life’s meaning and the futility of worldly pursuits.
• Song of Songs – A poetic expression of love, attributed to Solomon.

10. The Pre-Exilic Prophets (Before Israel’s Fall)

• Isaiah – Prophecies of judgment and hope during Assyrian threats.
• Hosea – Symbolic marriage and warnings of Israel’s unfaithfulness.
• Amos – Condemnation of social injustice and empty religion.
• Micah – Warnings to Judah and Israel; the promise of the Messiah.
• Nahum – Judgment against Nineveh and the Assyrian Empire.
• Zephaniah – The coming Day of the Lord and calls for repentance.
• Habakkuk – Dialogue with God about injustice and Babylon’s rise.
• Jeremiah – Warnings of Judah’s fall, calls for repentance.
• Lamentations – Poetic laments over Jerusalem’s destruction.

11. The Exilic Prophets (During the Babylonian Exile)

• Ezekiel – Visions of judgment and hope; dry bones and restored temple.
• Daniel – Stories from Babylonian exile and apocalyptic visions of future kingdoms.

12. The Post-Exilic Prophets (After the Exile)

• Haggai – Encouragement to rebuild the temple.
• Zechariah – Apocalyptic visions and Messianic promises.
• Malachi – Call to covenant faithfulness and prophecy of Elijah’s return.

13. The Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ (The Gospels)

• Matthew – Jesus as the Messiah; teachings and fulfilment of prophecy.
• Mark – Action-oriented gospel highlighting Jesus’ authority and miracles.
• Luke – Detailed narrative emphasising compassion, healing, and inclusion.
• John – Theological portrait of Jesus as the Son of God and Word made flesh.

14. The Early Church and the Apostles

• Acts – The birth of the Church, Pentecost, Peter and Paul’s ministries, and the spread of the Gospel.

15. The Letters of Paul (Pauline Epistles)

• Romans – Theology of salvation, grace, and Christian living.
• 1 Corinthians – Correction and encouragement for a divided church.
• 2 Corinthians – Paul’s defence of his apostleship and spiritual truths.
• Galatians – Freedom in Christ and the true gospel.
• Ephesians – Unity of believers, spiritual blessings, and the armour of God.
• Philippians – Joy in suffering and Christ as the example.
• Colossians – The supremacy of Christ over all creation.
• 1 Thessalonians – Encouragement and teaching about Christ’s return.
• 2 Thessalonians – Clarification about the Day of the Lord.
• 1 Timothy – Church leadership and sound doctrine.
• 2 Timothy – Paul’s final words urging perseverance.
• Titus – Guidance for church order and godly living.
• Philemon – Appeal for forgiveness and reconciliation.

16. The General Epistles (Letters by Other Apostles)

• Hebrews – Christ as the superior High Priest and fulfilment of the Old Covenant.
• James – Faith demonstrated by works; practical Christian ethics.
• 1 Peter – Hope and holiness amid persecution.
• 2 Peter – Encouragement to remain faithful; warning against false teachers.
• 1 John – Love, truth, and assurance of salvation.
• 2 John – Exhortation to remain in truth and love.
• 3 John – Commendation of hospitality and Christian leadership.
• Jude – Strong warning against corrupt influences in the church.

17. The Revelation of John (Future Events)

• Revelation – Visions of judgment, Christ’s final victory, the New Heaven and Earth, and eternal hope.

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