Thank you for an interesting and fruitful 2021.? Our U3A course "What the Bible is about" covered a broad spectrum of the Bible this year, including the books of Lamentations and 1 and 2 Timothy in Term 1; Romans and Micah in Term 2; the Gospel of John Chapters 1 to 16 in Term 3; and John Chapters 17 to 21 and the book of Amos in Term 4.
Since the course began in 2017, we have completed a verse-by-verse study of 52 of the Bible's 66 books, over three-quarters of the Scriptures. "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man [and woman] of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
Most books were covered once, but the books of Ruth, Esther, and Revelation have been covered twice and a personal favorite, the book of Jude, has been covered three times - the third time by studying it with 2 Peter and the apocryphal 1 Enoch.
We have covered the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and John as well as the Book of Acts.? From the Torah, we've touched Genesis, Exodus, and Numbers to some degree.
But I'm not in a rush to complete the Bible.? To me, it's all of interest.? Left to my own devices, I'll just keep plodding along, but this course is for you, its consumers.? While many have been enrolled for years, only a few go back to the beginning.??What books would YOU like to study in 2022?? Please let me know.
In the meantime, enjoy your holiday season!? I hope to see you again next year.
Thanks,
Ray Ray Sarlin, U3A Tutor, R09
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