This Program is under the Faculty of Theological Studies
DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGY
Theology is the study of religion. It examines the human experience of faith, and how different people and cultures express it. Theologians examine the many different religions of the world and their impact on society. Today we are more aware than ever of the profound influence religion has on us, even if we do not follow it ourselves. Understanding this can help us understand the laws, wars, traditions and morals of our own society and that of others.
The study of theology is part philosophy, part history, part anthropology, and also something entirely its own. Theologians have the complex job of thinking about and debating the nature of God. Studying theology means taking on challenging questions about the meaning of religion. It also requires being able to compare the different religions in a knowledgeable, balanced way. We offer the following qualifications:
- Bachelor of Theology
- Bachelor of Theology (Honours),
- Master of Theology
- Doctor of Theology
Description
Theology matters. Everyone is a theologian because everyone has thoughts about God. The question is, Are you a good theologian or a bad theologian? As followers of Jesus Christ, we have the opportunity to grow in our knowledge of the truth so that we might love the Lord and others more. This class, which is part of a four part series, is designed to give an overview of the theological truths that accord with Christian orthodoxy.
Theology provides helpful tools and clear, faithful methods to allow the Bible reader to study, filter, discern, and discuss what the whole Bible teaches about various topics. Specifically, the course will discuss 5 ground rules for doing theology, offer 5 reasons to love theology, consider a precise definition of theology, discuss how some theological concepts are more critical than others, and, finally, outline a clear and faithful method for doing theology.
This course is ideal for all those who are interested in learning more about the God of the Bible and the truth which he has revealed about who he is, who we are, where we came from, and where we are going. Thank you for considering entering into this eternally significant, life altering adventure of knowing the truth and embracing the truth.
Who this course is for:
- People who want to learn about God.
- People who are interested in theology.
- People who want to grow in their understanding of Christian Theology.
- People who want to learn about Christianity.
- People who want to learn about the Bible.
- People who want to have a better grasp of biblical doctrines.
- People who want to learn about World Religions.
What you’ll learn
- You will grow in your relationship with God!
- You will grow in your understanding of the Bible!
- You will be able to better explain your faith to others!
- You will be able to better apply God’s word to your everyday life!
- You will be familiar with what the Bible teaches about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Humanity, Salvation, the Church, Church Leadership, the Baptism in the Spirit, Healing
Requirements
- A Bible.
- This course is based on the instructor’s book (also available as an eBook) ‘Firm Foundations: Knowing What You Believe’ (ISBN: 978-0993006586). You can take the course without it, but it is strongly recommended that you obtain the paperback or eBook version. It is available from Amazon and other online retailers. Amazon.com link: http://amzn.com/0993006582 Amazon.co.uk link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0993006582