Christian Formation

These books focus on the history, law, prophecy, and poetry of ancient Israel. They were written before the time of Jesus Christ.

• Old Testament Books ( Hebrew Scriptures )

• New Testament Books

Also known as the Torah or Pentateuch (e.g., Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus ).

• Law

• Historical Books

(e.g., Joshua, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings).

• Law

• Historical Books

(e.g., Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes).

• Prophets

• Poetry and Wisdom

(e.g., Isaiah, Jeremiah) and (e.g., Hosea, Amos).

• Poetry and Wisdom

• Prophets

These books focus on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and the early Christian church. Written after the time of Christ, they are foundational to Christianity.

• Old Testament Books ( Hebrew Scriptures )

• New Testament Books

(e.g., Matthew, Mark, Luke, John).

• Gospels

• History

(e.g., Acts of the Apostles).

• History

• Gospels

Written by apostles, mainly Paul, to churches and individuals (e.g., Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Ephesians).

• Gospels

• Letters ( Epistles )

Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deutoronomy

• The First Five Books

• Minor Prophets

• Major Prophets