I thought Nicolletes prsentation on the composition of the pentateuch was very interesting. Like most of the bible the authors are always questionable, but I find it a little difficult to realate it to or current reading since most of the focus of her presentation seemed to be on the Old Testament. On the other hand Andrews presentation of the physical setting of the bible I found helpful while reading the Acts this weekend along with our brefi disscussion of the Roman Empire. These ‘contexts’ aided me in visually seeing where Paul traveled. What also seemed to be more relevant was the use of prayers, such as when Stephen is stoned to death
(7:59 ) And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.
(7:60) And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.

-Nick P