You will be graded not only for your posting but also for your participation in this discussion. Your initial post is due by Wednesday at 11:59 P.M. (MT) of the week in which the discussion is assigne

You will be graded not only for your posting but also for your participation in this discussion. Your initial post is due by Wednesday at 11:59 P.M. (MT) of the week in which the discussion is assigned. A minimum of two (2) additional response posts are due by Sunday at 11:59 P.M. (MT). Participation is required on at least three days throughout the session. These are minimum requirements. Be sure to follow any additional guidelines posted by the instructor.Review the rubric available in Due Dates and Grades for specific grading criteria.Discussion Prompt: Background StudyAfter reading the required chapters this week in Gundry (2012), address the following: Discuss how and if your understanding of the background of the Scriptures, especially the New Testament, affects the way that you study, interpret and apply biblical teachings. Particularly focus on the canon, text, and translations and the importance of each of these to your views of the New Testament. Describe any particular resource, experience, or historical event that may have played a part in your view of the New Testament. Session 1 New Testament Introductory Reflection PaperIn your reading of Gundry in this session, the author discussed the issue of “canon.” Write a reflection paper addressing the following: Write a short summary explaining your understanding of what the word “canon” means and how it applies to the New Testament. Specifically relating to the NT, what in this section of reading helped you better understand how the Bible came into its current form? Did any of the concepts presented raise more questions in your mind? In one to two pages, respond to the questions. Make sure that you properly reference any material that you are citing. Please write your paper in appropriate APA format. These are two different questions