BibleMesh Biblical Literacy Track

Created by The Biblical Story

About this Learning Track

The BibleMesh Biblical Literacy Track will lead you through the various eras of the overarching story of Scripture so that you can see how Christ is revealed from Genesis to Revelation. This track offers a survey of both the Old Testament and the New Testament and also includes a treatment of the intertestamental period. This track is suitable for both high school and college students or for anyone who wants to know the Bible better.

A passing grade for all the courses in this track will demonstrate competence in the key events, persons, and concepts of the Bible and will qualify you for a certificate of completion

Instead of working through each Era course individually, you can enroll in the entire Biblical Story Course: Eras 1-7.

Courses

Course 1 :
Era 1: Creation

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($1.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of Creation course begins with the moment of creation, continues with the fall of mankind and entrance of sin into the world, and ends with God initiating a plan to redeem sinful man.

The narrative of Era 1 – Creation is taken from Genesis 1-11.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 2 :
Era 2: The Patriarchs

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of The Patriarchs course begins with God's calling of Abraham and extends through his son Isaac and grandson Jacob, ending with the story of Jacob's son Joseph.

The narrative of Era 2 – The Patriarchs is taken from Genesis 12-50.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 3 :
Era 3: Moses

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

In the Era of Moses course, the descendants of Jacob became enslaved to the Egyptians. Delivered by the Lord God through His servant Moses, the children of Israel returned to Canaan, though not without incident.

The narrative of Era 3 – Moses is taken from the following books of the Bible: Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 4 :
Era 4: Israel

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of Israel course provides a theological overview of the events from the conquest of Canaan under Joshua, through the fall of the divided monarchy at the hand of the eastern empires. It was in this time period that Israel became a true political force.

The narrative of Era 4 – Israel is taken from the following books of the Bible: Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 Samuel & 2 Samuel, 1 Kings & 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles & 2 Chronicles, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Hosea, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, and Habakkuk.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 5 :
Era 5: After the Exile

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of After the Exile course begins when the exiled Jews were allowed to return from foreign captivity to once again live in the Promised Land. Most Jews continued to live throughout the regions of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. In Palestine, the Jews would experience a brief period of independent rule, but for most of this period foreign empires including the Persian, Greek, and Roman Empires subjected the land of Palestine.

The narrative of Era 5 – After the Exile is taken from the following books of the Bible: Lamentations, Joel, Ezekiel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Daniel, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 6 :
Era 6: Jesus

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of Jesus course begins with the birth of Jesus Christ, Son of God. It follows His life as He grows, begins His ministry, suffers death at the hands of the Romans, rises again, and ascends to heaven to be with His Father.

The narrative of Era 6 – Jesus is taken from the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Course 7 :
Era 7: The Church

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12 Month Access - Introductory Price ($10.00 USD)

About this Course

The Era of The Church course begins when the Holy Spirit descends upon Jesus' followers, leading to the awesome preaching and mass conversions of Pentecost. It extends through the initial missionary work of the early Christians all the way to the present day, as the message about Jesus continues to spread.

The narrative of Era 7 – The Church is taken from the following books of the Bible: Acts, Romans, 1 Corinthians & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 Thessalonians & 2 Thessalonians, 1 Timothy & 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, Hebrews, James, 1 Peter & 2 Peter, 1 John & 2 John & 3 John, Jude, Revelation.

Course Overview
  • Overview teaching video anchored by Tim Keller
  • Quick-take videos by trusted pastors and theologians
  • Articles on key events, characters, background, and theology
  • Summary points (learning objectives)
  • Reflection questions throughout the lessons
  • Recommended resources for further study
  • Study session powered by Cerego
  • Multiple quizzes for assessment
Course Format

Organized in a multiple lesson format, the course guides the student through video teachings, articles, summary points, recommended resources, study sessions, and quizzing modules.

Certificate : Obtain My Certificate of Completion

About the Certificate of Completion

When you have completed this learning track on BibleMesh.com, you will need to enroll here to apply for your certificate of completion. This enrollment will be activated when you have successfully finished all the courses in this track.

Instructors

  • Dr. Timothy Keller
    Dr. Timothy Keller

    Timothy Keller is the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, the chairman of Redeemer City to City, and a New York Times bestselling author. His best known books include, The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism and The Prodigal God.

  • Dr. Philip G. Ryken
    Dr. Philip G. Ryken

    Philip is the president of Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. Before that, he served as Senior Minister of Tenth Presbyterian Church(PCA) in Philadelphia. He received his Bachelors degree from Wheaton College, his Masters of Divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Divinity from Oxford University. He has authored numerous books, including commentaries on 1 Timothy (Reformed Expository Commentary) and Exodus (Preach the Word Series).

  • Alistair Begg
    Alistair Begg

    Alistair Begg is senior pastor of Parkside Church in metropolitan Cleveland, Ohio, He has written several books and is heard on the radio program Truth For Life.

  • Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
    Dr. J. Ligon Duncan

    J. Ligon Duncan is the Chancellor/CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary and the John E. Richards Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology. He has authored of several books, including The Genesis Debate and Women’s Ministry in the Local Church.

  • Dr. Michael Haykin
    Dr. Michael Haykin

    Michael Haykin is director of the Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies as well as church history professor at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of various books, including The Armies of the Lamb and The Pure Fountain of the Word.

  • Dr. Mark Dever
    Dr. Mark Dever

    Mark Dever is pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and president of 9Marks Ministries. He has authored several books, including Promises Made: The Message of the Old Testament and Promises Kept: The Message of the New Testament.


How It Works / FAQs

What is a learning track?

A track is a group of courses that provide a guided program of study in a specific subject area.

Why should I work to complete a track?

You should work to complete a track if you desire to build greater proficiency and a more comprehensive understanding within a particular area of study. Completing a track successfully will give you a sense of satisfaction in a job well done and BibleMesh or one of our partners will acknowledge your work through a track.

Can I go at my own pace?

Although a course subscription only provides access to a given course for a set time period, you may take as long as you wish to complete a learning track.

Can I skip certain courses?

In order to complete a learning track, you must complete every course within that track. Some tracks, like the Biblical Languages tracks, also require courses to be completed in a specific sequence, though this is not true of all tracks.

Can anyone receive a certificate of completion?

Yes. Anyone who enrolls in a course on BibleMesh can work toward earning a certificate of completion.

How do I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon finishing all the courses in a track, you may apply for and receive a certificate of completion.

Is this certificate of completion recognized for credit by colleges and seminaries?

Several colleges and seminaries do accept BibleMesh Biblical Language courses as a pre-requisite or advance placement option. But, if you are interested in earning a credit-bearing certificate that provides degree pathway opportunities to partner academic institutions, you will need to enroll in the BibleMesh Institute. For more information go here.