THEOLOGY
THEO 101 Basic Doctrines (3)
An overview of Christian theology, including the purpose and value of studying the Bible thematically. The course will include an introduction to the doctrines of God, creation, revelation, humanity, sin, Jesus Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, spirit beings, the Church, future things, and the implications of revelation, inspiration, illumination and canonicity of the Bible. Students will learn key biblical texts which are foundational to each doctrine.
THEO 120/511 Theology I (3)
The nature, method and rationale of Christian theology. It includes revelation, both general and special, inspiration, canonicity, authority and illumination of the Word of God. The doctrine of God, including His existence, attributes and Trinitarian nature; and angels, both good and evil will be studied.
THEO 210/512 Theology II (3)
A course of study of man, his creation in the image of God, his nature, fall and the effect of sin upon the race, the salvation of God that includes the person and work of Christ. The application of salvation to men including election, regeneration, justification, sanctification and perseverance is also emphasized.
THEO 240 Theology of Prayer (3)
This course will examine the ways in which the act of prayer has been conceived theologically throughout Christian history. This seminar will center on reading and discussion of texts in theology and mysticism. It is open to any student who has completed at least one other course in theology.
THEO 261/561 Spiritual Formation (3)
The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined from a biblical perspective. Special attention is given to building accountable relationships with God and others, developing one’s spiritual disciplines, and pursuing a well-balanced life. This course equips the student to assimilate the truths of Scripture into his/her personal life.
THEO 281/581 Theology of Spirituality (3)
A study of theology of the Christian spiritual life includes Biblical foundations, Patristic writings, classical sources, contemporary writings, anthropological foundations, progress in the spiritual life and its various stages and mysticism. Both classical and contemporary writers are studied.
THEO 320/613 Theology III (3)
A study of the broad kingdom purpose of God and the future events relating to the destiny of individuals and history including the second coming of Christ in its phases, the millennial reign of Christ, resurrections, the judgments and eternal state. The Church, its inception, its nature both as a living organism and an organization, its ordinances, and its place and mission in God’s plan.
THEO 340/614 Contemporary Theology (3)
The study of contemporary theological positions, including a survey of the philosophical and theological thought leading up to the present scene.
THEO 395 Readings in Theology (3)
Selected readings in theology will be assigned by the instructor/professor. A minimum of 1,200 pages for three hours of undergraduate credit and 1,500 pages for three hours of graduate credit, plus a final research paper or project are required. Prior permission from the instructor/professor as well as the Academic Dean is needed for enrollment. With approval, a readings course may substitute for a required course.
THEO 514 Historical Theology (3)
A study of the history of the Church from the apostolic Fathers to the modern era with an emphasis on the development of Christian doctrine. It will highlight key thinkers in the patristic, medieval, reformation and modern era.
THEO 101 Basic Doctrines (3)
An overview of Christian theology, including the purpose and value of studying the Bible thematically. The course will include an introduction to the doctrines of God, creation, revelation, humanity, sin, Jesus Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, spirit beings, the Church, future things, and the implications of revelation, inspiration, illumination and canonicity of the Bible. Students will learn key biblical texts which are foundational to each doctrine.
THEO 120/511 Theology I (3)
The nature, method and rationale of Christian theology. It includes revelation, both general and special, inspiration, canonicity, authority and illumination of the Word of God. The doctrine of God, including His existence, attributes and Trinitarian nature; and angels, both good and evil will be studied.
THEO 210/512 Theology II (3)
A course of study of man, his creation in the image of God, his nature, fall and the effect of sin upon the race, the salvation of God that includes the person and work of Christ. The application of salvation to men including election, regeneration, justification, sanctification and perseverance is also emphasized.
THEO 240 Theology of Prayer (3)
This course will examine the ways in which the act of prayer has been conceived theologically throughout Christian history. This seminar will center on reading and discussion of texts in theology and mysticism. It is open to any student who has completed at least one other course in theology.
THEO 261/561 Spiritual Formation (3)
The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined from a biblical perspective. Special attention is given to building accountable relationships with God and others, developing one’s spiritual disciplines, and pursuing a well-balanced life. This course equips the student to assimilate the truths of Scripture into his/her personal life.
THEO 281/581 Theology of Spirituality (3)
A study of theology of the Christian spiritual life includes Biblical foundations, Patristic writings, classical sources, contemporary writings, anthropological foundations, progress in the spiritual life and its various stages and mysticism. Both classical and contemporary writers are studied.
THEO 320/613 Theology III (3)
A study of the broad kingdom purpose of God and the future events relating to the destiny of individuals and history including the second coming of Christ in its phases, the millennial reign of Christ, resurrections, the judgments and eternal state. The Church, its inception, its nature both as a living organism and an organization, its ordinances, and its place and mission in God’s plan.
THEO 340/614 Contemporary Theology (3)
The study of contemporary theological positions, including a survey of the philosophical and theological thought leading up to the present scene.
THEO 395 Readings in Theology (3)
Selected readings in theology will be assigned by the instructor/professor. A minimum of 1,200 pages for three hours of undergraduate credit and 1,500 pages for three hours of graduate credit, plus a final research paper or project are required. Prior permission from the instructor/professor as well as the Academic Dean is needed for enrollment. With approval, a readings course may substitute for a required course.
THEO 514 Historical Theology (3)
A study of the history of the Church from the apostolic Fathers to the modern era with an emphasis on the development of Christian doctrine. It will highlight key thinkers in the patristic, medieval, reformation and modern era.