|
2. DIVISION OF BIBLE AND THEOLOGY
2.3 SYSTEMATIC AND BIBLICAL THEOLOGY (THEO)
|
PLEASE NOTE:
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) have been approved as university-equivalent courses by the Under-graduate
Academic Council of Trinity Western University.
DS – indicates a potential Directed Study course.
F = Fall Semester
S = Spring Semester
Courses without a date are available every year
Q = Quorum – courses offered if enrolment quorum is reached
2008/2010 - indicates when a course is probably offered.
Courses with a date are offered on a rotation basis if enrolment quorum is reached.
|
THEO 121 Doctrinal Survey [OMEGA] - F
3 sem. hrs.
The major doctrines of the Bible are considered in as much detail as possible. A thematic emphasis includes the role of Scripture, the doctrines of God, angels, man, sin, Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and eternal life.
THEO 221 Doctrine I - F
3 sem. hrs.
An introduction to the study of systematic theology in the light of Biblical foundations, Christian history, and contemporary discussion. Includes an overview of the theological areas of prolegomena, revelation, and the doctrines of God, man, angels, and sin. This course provides foundational doctrinal teaching for Christian life and ministry application.
THEO 222 Doctrine II - S
3 sem. hrs.
This course is a continuation of doctrinal study with an emphasis on Christology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology. The course employs Biblical and Systematic theological approaches to expound key doctrines of the Christian Faith. Recommended Prerequisite: THEO 221.
* THEO 321 Biblical Theology of the Holy Spirit – F
3 sem. hrs.
This course traces the doctrine of the Holy Spirit through its major Biblical witnesses: the Spirit of God in the Old Testament and the Holy Spirit in the writings of Luke, John and Paul. This methodology leads to the discovery of the unity and diversity within these major witnesses to the soteriological, sanctifying , empowering, and service functions of the Spirit.
* THEO 323 Christology S
3 sem. hrs.
An emphasis on the Doctrine of Sin & Christ the Redeemer is made from the traditional circle of themes in Christian dogmatics. The course seeks to uncover the nature, work, and effect of sin, which is often obscured by modern secular ideologies. A Biblical, historical, and theological understanding of the doctrine of the person and work of Jesus Christ is advocated.
* THEO 421 New Testament Theology - F
3 sem. hrs.
The message and meaning of the New Testament as it is revealed through the discipline of Biblical rather than systematic theology. The history and methodology of New Testament theology are briefly reviewed. The major themes of each New Testament witness are analyzed and recognition is given to both the fundamental unity of New Testament theology and to the diversity of emphasis and expression characteristic of each witness.
* THEO 422 Old Testament Theology - S
3 sem. hrs.
The message and meaning of the Old Testament as it is revealed through the discipline of Biblical rather than systematic theology. The development and legitimacy of this discipline are examined. Key theological themes of the Old Testament are discussed in the light of the historical context in which they arose. The relationship between the theology of the Old and New Testaments is also investigated.
THEO 424 Research in Theology [DS]
3 sem. hrs.
An independent study of a modern theological problem or issue that influences theology or contemporary schools of thought. Prerequisite: This coursed is limited to students who are in their junior or senior year.
| 
