Pre-Tour Classes

 
Three Foundational Keys
to Understanding The Scriptures

Throughout the years I have had glowing comments about DTBL's system of education and preparation for touring the Bible Lands.

The DTBL! Pre-Tour Classes are a unique and powerful tool. They set the stage for your amazing journey - for the Mind, Soul, and Spirit!

Even those in the travel industry have often mentioned the "stand-alone" educational portion of DTBL! Tours - as being the "only ministry / company which substantually prepares the pilgrims to the Land!"

Yes, I do it because I wanted to give a tour - the way I wished it had been done for me way back in the 1970's.

The goal is to prepare the traveler in the small details... as well as "bridging the gap" between one's own environment any where in the world - and that of the Biblical frame-of-reference in the Land!

It is meant to answer the "WHY" of things - before getting to the Land itself.

DTBL! Travelers, and others who have taken the DTBL! Classes, have expressed gratitude for the preparation, information and application.

DTBL! Classes truly builds the framework for better comprehension of the Land (God's Visual Tool) - and the Scriptures with on-site applications!

Why are Pre-Tour Classes Important?

• Note:  Nothing is mandated - no one is tested.  DTBL! Classes and materials simply provide a foundation for an optimum learning experience in the Land.
  

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The DTBL! PRESENTATION  
(...also considered Class #1 if taking the full class course.)

We lay the foundation for our study and / or pilgrimage to the Land, with this essential visual journey through the Land.  We will begin to see the Big Picture!

It is here that we begin to more fully understand the importance of placing Scripture within the context in which it was written – for proper interpretation and application. With these images and illustrations we also discover the tremendous power of Hebrew Thinking.

The DTBL! Presentation is FREE and open to the PUBLIC.
 
This is an armchair teaching tool - not a sales pitch.

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Now that we have the Big Picture...
We are ready for... DTBL! Classes

Geography/Topography – The Foundation

• Why is it essential to understand the Geography/Topography with its Tels, Wadis, and even soil composition, for clearer interpretation and application of the Scriptures?
   
• How does this knowledge give one a solid frame-of-reference for all Jewish and Middle Eastern societies, various cultures, politics, religions, and daily life – even for today?

Culture – Jesus Was Jewish

• Why is it imperative to recognize the difference between Hebrew Thinking & Greek Thinking.
   
• What are the Jewish Feasts and why should one more fully comprehend significance?

What is COVENANT?

• What do the Ancient Jewish Betrothal and Ancient Jewish Wedding have to do with salvation? How are they illustrations for prophetic interpretations –  and even answering the “eternal security” question?
   
• Why is it vital to identify the pagan religious system and their “gods” at the time Children of Israel entered into the Promised Land – and continuing through the 1st Century (Jesus’ time)?
   
• Why is it important to clearly differentiate between the “political & religious groups” to whom Jesus (Yeshua) spoke?

History – The End Result

• Since we have Biblical history, why do we need to know the Ancient Jewish and Middle Eastern History? 
   
• What is the “Christian fear factor” for the Jewish and Arab people?

Jewish Roots – In The Christian Faith

• What do the Old Testament animal sacrifices have to do with the Christian faith? 
   
• Why did Yeshua (Jesus) have to die for sin? Was it a random act or a continuation of a previous pattern? 
   
• Do today’s events in the Middle East have any connection to the past?

Sites of Israel – Ancient Voices Remain

• Why is it wise to have a visual and feet-in-the-Land experience? Why is it important to visualize the “regions” of the Land when studying the Scriptures
   
• Why would I need to understand Jerusalem with its ancient and Quarters and Temple Mount?

The Olive Tree – God’s Metaphor

• How could an olive tree be so significant?
   

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The intensive DTBL! Classes are always FREE for:

• DTBL! Tour Participants
• DTBL! Tour Alumni

FEES for CEUs: Those enjoying this comprehensive study, - with the DTBL! Study Manual -  without tour involvement, will have a fee of $300. (ACSI - 2 CEUs are available)

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Why are the Pre-Tour Classes Important?
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