BIB 455 - The Book of Acts (3 credits)
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The Book of Acts (3 credits)
Instructor: Dr. Craig Keener
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Overview:This course explores Acts, the Bible book that describes the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the launching of the early church, and the international spread of the gospel. Students will engage with historical background, archeological findings, literary analysis, and major theological themes. Such in-depth study enables better understanding and involvement with the Spirit's work in our own time and place.
World-renowned scholar Craig Keener offers the fruit of his vast research on Acts. His many books include Acts: An Exegetical Commentary (4,640 pages), the most thorough study of Acts ever written. This course is offered in partnership with Biblical eLearning.
Course Outcomes:
- Study the historical and literary features of the Book of Acts.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the story of the Book of Acts.
- Become familiar with some major characters in the Book of Acts.
- Learn about some findings of archeology connected with the Book of Acts.
- See how the work of the Holy Spirit in Acts continues in our time.
Required Assignments:
- Read the chapters of Acts assigned for each unit, either online or in your own Bible.
- View all online lectures and read all articles on each topic. Active engagement with course materials prior to attempting the quiz is required for each unit. If a resource is provided in multiple formats, simply choose whichever format best supports your learning. CLI’s system tracks your viewing history to determine meaningful engagement. Make sure you are logged into your student account when viewing or downloading the materials.
- Take the online quiz for each unit. You will have 75 minutes to answer 20 multiple-choice questions for each quiz. Each quiz covers the readings and video lectures for that unit. Once a quiz has started, you must finish it, and you cannot retake it.
4. At the end of the course, you will be invited to complete a brief Course Feedback Survey. Your feedback helps CLI evaluate the course and identify opportunities for improvement.Quizzes must be completed independently. The use of AI tools, search engines, other websites, or assistance from other individuals is prohibited.
Quizzes are open-note. You may reference your own notes or any of the provided CLI course materials during the quiz. However, you should plan to study materials prior to attempting the quiz.
Quiz Tip: First answer the questions you know. Then use your own notes or the provided CLI course materials to help answer any questions you are unsure about.
Course Forum
Each course forum is located near the beginning of the course, immediately before the first course-content section. The forum allows students to post course-related questions and comments for other currently enrolled students to view and discuss. You can also search previous posts to see whether your question or topic has already been addressed.
The forum is intended primarily for peer discussion and may not receive an immediate response. Questions or concerns requiring timely assistance should be directed to the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net.
Grading Scale
A 93-100% A- 90-92% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82% C+ 77-79% C 73-76% C- 70-72% D+ 67-69% D 63-66% D- 60-62% F 0-59%
Students' final grade is based on the average of all required quizzes and assignments. Each graded activity is weighted equally unless otherwise stated. The single lowest quiz score will be excluded from the overall grade.
Your average for the course must be at least 60%. Otherwise, you will fail the class and will receive no credit.
Deadline
You have 180 days to finish the course. If you have not received a final grade for the course before your enrollment ends, you will be automatically unenrolled, you will receive an “Administrative Withdrawal” for the course on your transcript, and all coursework will be removed. You will have to start over and take the class again to receive credit.
To avoid potential administrative delays or additional fees, please complete all assignments at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
If you believe you qualify for a two-week extension, as outlined in our Catalog policies, please contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net as soon as possible, ideally at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
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Unit 1: Luke's Authorship of Acts
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Unit 2: Miracles and Evangelism
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Unit 3: The Spirit Comes in Power (Acts 1-4)
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Unit 4: Witness and Persecution (Acts 5-7)
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Unit 5: Reaching Samaria and Ethiopia (Acts 8)
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Unit 6: Saul's Conversion (Acts 9)
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Unit 7: Vision for the Nations (Acts 10-13)
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ينبغي للطلبةالتأشير بأنه منجز
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Unit 8: Missions and the Jerusalem Council (Acts 14-16)
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Unit 9: Mission in Europe (Acts 16-17)
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Unit 10: Turning the World Upside Down (Acts 18-20)
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Unit 11: Arrested in Jerusalem (Acts 21-22)
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Unit 12: Prisoner's Journey to Rome (Acts 23-28)
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