OBST 660 - Psalms

OBST 660 Discussion Board Forums (2)

There will be 2 Discussion Board Forums throughout the course. The purpose of Discussion Board Forums is to generate interaction between students in regard to relevant current course topics. The student is required to post 1 thread of at least 700 words. The student must also post replies of at least 225 words each to 2 classmates’ threads. (A, B, C, D, F)

OBST 660 Poetic Analysis Paper

The student will complete a poetic analysis of Psalms 102, 51, and 49 and answer the specific questions contained in the assignment instructions concerning figures of speech and other literary features in these psalms. (B, F)

OBST 660 Belcher Book Review

The student will read the Belcher text in its entirety and then write a 1,200–1,500-word review/reflection on the text. This assignment will enable the student to understand how the Psalms point to Christ and His person and work. (C, D, & F)

OBST 660 Devotional Reflections on the Psalms Paper

The student will write 5 (250-word minimum for each) devotional reflections on 5 different psalms designated for this assignment. These reflections must focus on the theological and applicational principles derived from the message of each psalm. (C, D)

OBST 660 Psalms Exposition Paper

The student will write a 9–10-page (double-spaced, not including title page, and bibliography) paper that provides a detailed analysis of a selected psalm based upon the psalms listed within the course. The paper must include footnotes and conform to current Turabian format. The student must use at least 7–8 academic sources for this paper and include a bibliography (not part of the page count). This paper is a research paper and not a Bible study or sermon based on the passage. This assignment will enable the student to apply what he/she has learned regarding literary analysis, interpretation, and personal application of the Psalms. (B, C, D, & F)

OBST 660 Essay Exams (2)

The student will complete 2 essay exams (Midterm and Final) providing essays on selected psalms and/or issues related to the study of the Psalms. These exams are open-book, but the student is to do his/her own original work on these exams. (A, B, C, D, E, F)