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THE PENTATEUCH FULFILLED IN THE NEW TESTAMENT
Genesis > Jesus the promised seed.
Exodus > Jesus the Redeemer and Passover Lamb
Leviticus > Jesus the perfect sacrifice and High Priest
Numbers > Jesus the faithful leader and source of healing
Deuteronomy > Jesus the new Moses and fulfiller of the Law.
Genesis
Genesis is the first book of the Bible, detailing the creation of the world, the early stories of humanity, and the patriarchs like Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. It sets the stage for the rest of the biblical narrative.
Genesis > Fulfilled in Christ the Promised Seed
Creation & New Creation: Genesis begins with creation; the NT presents Jesus as the agent of new creation. (John 1:1-3; 2 Corinthians 5:17)
Promise to Abraham: The promise that “all nations will be blessed” through Abraham is fulfilled in Christ. (Galatians 3:16)
Typology: Adam > Christ as the “last Adam” who reverses the fall. (Romans 5:12-21)
Exodus
Exodus tells the story of the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt, led by Moses. It includes the plagues, the parting of the Red Sea, and the giving of the Ten Commandments.
Exodus > Fulfilled in Christ the Redeemer
Deliverance: Israel’s deliverance from Egypt foreshadows Jesus’ deliverance from sin. (Luke 9:31)
Passover: Jesus becomes the true Passover Lamb (1 Corinthians 5:7)
Covenant: The Sinai covenant anticipates the new covenant Jesus inaugurates. (Luke 22:30)
Leviticus
Leviticus focuses on the laws and rituals of the Israelites. It includes detailed instructions on offerings, sacrifices, and ceremonial cleanliness, as well as ethical and moral guidelines.
Leviticus: > Fulfilled in Christ the Perfect High Priest and Sacrifice
Sacrificial System: All offerings point to Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice (Hebrews 9-10)
Holiness Code: God’s call to holiness is fulfilled and empowered through Christ. (1 Peter 1:15-16)
Priesthood: Jesus is the eternal High Priest. (Hebrews 4:14-16)
Numbers
The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Bible. It details the experiences of the Israelites as they wander in the desert for 40 years. This book includes various censuses of the Israelite tribes, hence its name. It chronicles their journey from Mount Sinai to the plains of Moah. Along the way, it recounts stories of rebellion.
Numbers > Fulfilled in Christ the Faithful Leader
Wilderness Testing: Israel’s failures in the wilderness contrast with Jesus’ victory in His wilderness temptation. (Matthew 4:1-11).
Bronze Serpent: Jesus identifies Himself as the true healing lifted us for salvation. (John 3:14-15).
God’s Presence: The NT presents Christ as the One who guides His people through their earthly pilgrimage.
Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is a series of speeches by Moses before his death, recounting the laws given to the Israelites. It emphasizes the importance of obedience to God’s laws and the consequences of disobedience.
Deuteronomy > Fulfilled in Christ the New Moses
The Prophet Like Moses: Jesus is explicitly identified as the promised prophet. (Deuteronomy 18:15 > Acts 3:22).
Law on the Heart > The NT shows the law fulfilled and internalized through the Spirit. (Romans 8:3-4).
Covenant Renewal: Jesus’ teaching (especially in Matthew) mirrors Deuteronomy’s covenant-renewal structure.
Joshua
Joshua narrates the conquest of Canaan by the Israelites under Joshua’s leadership after Moses’ death. It includes battles, the divisions of the land among the tribes and reminders to stay faithful to God.
Bible Prophecy
Bible Prophecy covers predictions and visions found throughout the Bible. These prophecies often relate to future events, the end of times, and the coming of the Messiah. Studying Bible Prophecy involves understanding the context, symbolism, and interpretations of these prophetic texts, and how they relate to both historical events and future expectations.
Teachers Training
This is a 26-week certification program designed to equip lay leaders for various roles in the church, such as Sunday school teachers, small group facilitators, and elders. The program provides a comprehensive Bible review overview through 26 lessons, helping students gain well-rounded Bible knowledge and prepare for Christian service.
English Composition
The English Composition Course is offered to first year students, helping them to develop strong foundational skills. It focuses on parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, and paragraph construction. Students will learn to write clearly and coherently with proper grammar and punctuation that will complement their study of the scripture at HBS.
Public Speaking
Offered to fourth-year students, this course aims to improve public speaking communication skills in preparation for their senior speeches.