Welcome to Module 4: Historical Books, Part 1 - Hills and Valleys Along the Way. In this module, we will delve into the first set of Old Testament historical books, including Joshua through 2 Samuel. We will explore the basic storyline of each book, including the major events, people, and geographical locations that shape their narratives. Additionally, we will examine the main ideas, literary structures, and key passages of these books, uncovering their significance within the broader biblical narrative. This exploration will also include providing sound arguments for the historical reliability of Joshua's Conquest. Finally, we will identify the various ways in which the first set of Old Testament historical books point forward to Jesus Christ. By the end of this module, you will have a deeper understanding of the historical books of the Old Testament, and be able to articulate their significance within the larger biblical story.

Module Outcomes

Upon completion of the module, you will be able to:

• State the basic storyline of Joshua through 2 Samuel, including the major events, people, and geographical locations in each book.
• Describe the main idea, literary structure, and key passages of the first set of OT historical books.
• Provide sound arguments for the historical reliability of Joshua's Conquest.
• Identify the various ways in which the first set of OT historical books point forward to Jesus Christ.