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Introduction To Christian Theology

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Introduction To Christian Theology

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Course description

This course introduces students to the fundamental questions, sources, and content of the Christian theological tradition, and its significance for Christian faith and life in the world today. This course is an introduction to the methods of systematic theology and the major topics within biblical revelation. Special attention is given to the rationale for these Christian doctrines, their systematic interconnections as well as their development within the history of Christian thought, and their contemporary challenges.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

Summarize the essential teaching of Scripture in each area of theology.

Display an appreciation for the place and value of systematic theology.

Express confidence in the sufficiency of the Bible to deal with relevant issues in each area.

Systematize biblical teaching on a subject.

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UNIT I: Introduction to Christian TheologyUNIT II: Survey of Theological Topics

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Which theological assumption most shapes your ministry decisions? Identify the biblical sources and reasoning you would need to examine it responsibly.

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Create a connected theology map

Connect Scripture, God, Christ, Spirit, creation, humanity, salvation and church. Explain selected links with textual evidence and a question that deserves further study.

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Relating theological topics and their biblical sourcesTreating every doctrine as unrelatedAvoiding questions about method

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TH 140 Introduction To Christian Theology

Amazing Grace Biblical Seminary — B.Th. English

AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (PO), Aluva (via), Ernakulam (District), Kerala, India- Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926, 8281663926. TH 140: INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTION This course introduces students to the fundamental questions, sources, and content of the Christian theological tradition, and its significance for Christian faith and life in the world today. This course is an introduction to the methods of systematic theology and the major topics within biblical revelation. Special attention is given to the rationale for these Christian doctrines, their systematic interconnections as well as their development within the history of Christian thought, and their contemporary challenges. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, you should be able to: Summarize the essential teaching of Scripture in each area of theology. Display an appreciation for the place and value of systematic theology. Express confidence in the sufficiency of the Bible to deal with relevant issues in each area. Systematize biblical teaching on a subject. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION Class Participation 5% Reading Report 20% Main Term Paper/Assignment 15% Final Examination 60% COURSE OUTLINE UNIT I: Introduction to Christian Theology Definition of Theology Formative Factors of Theology Necessity of Theology Divisions in Theology History of Christian Theology UNIT II: Survey of Theological Topics Revelation and Bible God Christ Holy Spirit Trinity Creation Human: Image of God Sin and Salvation Church and Sacraments Heaven and Hell BIBLIOGRAPHY Erickson, Millard J. Christian Theology. 3rd Edition. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, 2013. Holsteen, Nathan D and Michael J. Svigel, ed. Exploring Christian Theology. Vol 1-3. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Bethany Publishing House, 2014. Macquarrie, John. Principles of Christian Theology. Revised Edition. London: SCM, 2003. McGrath, Alister E, ed. The Christian Theology Reader. UK: Wiley Blackwell, 2017. McGrath, Alister E. Christian Theology: An Introduction. 6th Edition. UK: Wiley Blackwell, 2017. Placher, William C, ed. Essentials of Christian Theology. Louisville: Westminister Knox Press, 2003. Rae, Murray. Christian Theology: The Basics. London: Routledge, 2015. Thorsen, Donald A. D. An Exploration of Christian Theology. Second Edition. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, 2020. Towey, Anthony. An Introduction to Christian Theology: Biblical, Classical, Contemporary. London: Bloomsbury, 2013.

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