Attention: Pastors And Christian Education Leaders

Rev. Anthony Evans And The National Black Church Initiative Move to Rebuild, Revitalize, and Reimagine Sunday School Curriculum

NBCI Sunday School Initiative will launch its 22 teacher Sunday School modules to certify with the Sunday School Teacher Certificate course in

September 2026

Our goal is to train 10,000 new Sunday School Teachers for the Sunday School Revolution

This course will certify and equip you as a teacher to teach Sunday School at any Christian Church anywhere in the country

In July 2026, after Vacation Bible School, NBCI will hold a Christian-only Public Zoom Call for pastors and teachers to explain the New and exciting Curriculum

This course is recognized by all Major Christian Demonstrations

More specifically, in Matthew 19:13-14, “Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them and pray; and the disciples rebuked them. But Jesus said, ‘Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.’” With the charge set forth in this commandment, NBCI assumes a literal response through Reimagined Sunday School as an intentional, innovative, and integrated approach to teaching, learning, and leading to foster principled living in children. Rev. Anthony Evans, President of the NBCI, responds as he smiles with joy, “This will be one of the most important movements in Christian history, which has the power to transform the Church into the power center in a world that has chosen the wrong direction. Christ wants the Church to play a central role-The key words here are ‘Sunday School.

Here is the NBCI Sunday School kickoff video Rev. Anthony Evans Moves to Rebuild, Revitalize and Reimagine Sunday School

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a_eK3qoKK4

NBCI’s mission is to provide critical wellness information to all its members, congregants, churches, and the public. The National Black Church Initiative’s methodology utilizes faith and sound health science. We also offer our member congregants and the public helpful, science-based tips on developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The recent upticks in child-led carjackings, teacher shootings, and other illegal and unethical behaviors are creating chaos within families and/or their loved ones. Some of these children are members of NBCI congregations and some of them are not. Yet, according to religious scholars, every successful society includes established religious systems and practices. NBCI uses moral and biblical authority, as articulated in Jesus’s ethics and teachings, to underscore the importance of these principles in children’s lives.

The Old Testament: The First 39 Books of the Bible

Before we get into the summaries and authorship of each book, if you’re looking for a simple list of the 39 Old Testament books in order, they are below. Scroll down further for details on authorship, date written, key verses in each book, and more!

#1 – Genesis

#2 – Exodus

#3 – Leviticus

#4 – Numbers

#5 – Deuteronomy

#6 – Joshua

#7 – Judges.

#8 – Ruth

#9 – 1 Samuel

#10 – 2 Samuel

#11 – 1 Kings

#12 – 2 Kings

#13 – 1 Chronicles

#14 – 2 Chronicles

#15 – Ezra

#16 – Nehemiah

#17 – Esther

#18 – Job

#19 – Psalms

#20 – Proverbs

#21 – Ecclesiastes

#22 – Song of Solomon

#23 – Isaiah

#24 – Jeremiah

#25 – Lamentations

#26 – Ezekiel

#27 – Daniel

#28 – Hosea

#29 – Joel

#30 – Amos

#31 – Obadiah

#32 – Jonah

#33 – Micah

#34 – Nahum

#35 – Habakkuk

#36 – Zephaniah

#37 – Haggai

#38 – Zechariah

#39 – Malachi

This is the end of the Old Testament, sometimes referred to as the Hebrew Bible. While there are 66 books in the Bible, there are 39 in the Old Testament. Now let’s cover the 27 books in the New Testament.

THE NEW TESTAMENT: The Last 27 Books of the Bible

Same as for the Old Testament, we’ve got the 27 books of the New Testament listed in order below. Please scroll down for authorship, dating, summaries of the books, and more!

#40 – Matthew

#41 – Mark

#42 – Luke

#43 – John

#44 – Acts

#45 – Romans

#46 – 1 Corinthians

#47 – 2 Corinthians

#48 – Galatians

#49 – Ephesians

#50 – Philippians

#51 – Colossians

#52 – 1 Thessalonians

#53 – 2 Thessalonians

#54 – 1 Timothy

#55 – 2 Timothy

#56 – Titus

#57 – Philemon

#58 – Hebrews

#59 – James

#60 – 1 Peter

#61 – 2 Peter

#62 – 1 John

#63 – 2 John

#64 – 3 John

#65 – Jude

#66 – Revelation

The Pentateuch: Authorship, Date Written, and Summaries

Book	Traditional Authorship	Common Scholarly View	Date Written	Key Verse
Genesis	Traditionally Moses	Multiple (unknown) authors	10th to 5th century B.C.E.	Gen 1:1 “In the beginning…”
Exodus	Traditionally Moses	Multiple (unknown) authors	600-400 B.C.E.	Ex 3:14 “I AM WHO I AM.”
Leviticus	Traditionally Moses	Multiple (unknown) authors	550-300 B.C.E.	Lev 20:26 “You shall be holy…”
Numbers	Traditionally Moses	Multiple (unknown) authors	550-300 B.C.E.	Num 6:24 “The Lord bless you…”
Deuteronomy	Traditionally Moses	Multiple (unknown) authors	c. 7th to 5th century B.C.E.	Deut 6:5 “Love the Lord…”

Summaries for the Pentateuch (Torah) – The first five books of the Bible, often referred to as “The Law”

Critical scholarship often questions the historicity of the Pentateuch, viewing figures like Moses as more mythical than historical. Our summaries focus on the narratives of these texts, presented objectively, without endorsing specific religious interpretations.

#1 – Genesis: Genesis, the first book of the Bible, narrates the creation of the world, the fall of human kind, and the early history of humanity, including the stories of Adam and Eve, Noah, and the Tower of Babel. It also details the patriarchal history of the Israelites, focusing on Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, ending with the Israelites in Egypt.

#2 – Exodus: The book of Exodus chronicles the story of Moses’ leadership in freeing the Israelites from Egyptian bondage, including the Ten Plagues and the parting of the Red Sea. The book also details the journey of the Israelites to Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments and other laws from God.

#3 – Leviticus: In this third book of the Bible, the focus shifts to the laws and religious rituals given to the Israelites. It details a wide array of laws, including those related to rituals, moral conduct, and holiness, primarily communicated through Moses. The book emphasizes the importance of holiness and the procedures for offerings and festivals.

#4 – Numbers: Numbers recounts the Israelites’ journey in the wilderness, led by Moses, from Mount Sinai to the border of Canaan. It includes a census of the people, various laws, and accounts of rebellion and faithlessness, highlighting the challenges and trials faced during their wanderings. The narrative also details God’s guidance and provision for the Israelites throughout their journey.

#5 – Deuteronomy: Deuteronomy presents itself as a collection of Moses’ discourses delivered to the Israelites on the brink of their entry into Canaan. Modern scholarship views these speeches as a retrospective compilation that emphasizes loyalty to God, centralization of worship, and social justice. This book acts as a theological bridge by underscoring the significance of obedience and communal responsibility.

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