ST 5102 THEOLOGY II: CHRIST, MAN, SIN, and SALVATION

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1 ST 5102 THEOLOGY II: CHRIST, MAN, SIN, and SALVATION Fri. 6-9pm & Sat. 9am-2pm on Aug , Oct. 9-10, Nov. 6-7, & Dec. 4-5, 2015 David S. Dockery, Ph.D. President of Trinity International University Taylor Worley, Ph.D. Associate Vice President for Spiritual Life and University Ministries (847) Course Description: This course covers the study of the person and work of Christ. It treats the nature of man both as a creature and as a sinner, including original sin, imputation of sin, and the nature and consequences of individual acts of sin. Discussion focuses on both the atoning work of Christ and on the application of the work of Christ by the Holy Spirit that runs from election through conversion and justification all the way to glorification. Course Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, the student will have completed assignments that measure the ability to: 1. Apply key texts from Scripture, identify the arguments of important theologians, define key theological terms, and make substantive theological distinctions on the doctrines under discussion. 2. Demonstrate some key skills for reading and interpreting theological texts, both ancient and in the student s writing and participation in class discussions. 3. Articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ with more theological depth and clarity in writing and speaking. 4. Embody more fully the role of theological reflection in the ministry of the Church and the Christian life as the student finds avenues of application for course material with present needs in the church. 5. Engage doctrinal differences among church traditions with charity and conviction in writing and class discussions and begin to model the timeless maxim: In the essentials, unity; in the nonessentials, liberty; in all things, love. Required Texts: - Athanasius, On the Incarnation of the Word of God, St. Vladimir s Seminary Press, ISBN or Graham Cole, The God Who Became Human, InterVarsity Press, ISBN Graham Cole, God the Peacemaker, InterVarsity Press, ISBN

2 - Martin Luther, On Christian Liberty, Fortress Press, ISBN Cornelius Plantinga, Jr., Not the Way It s Supposed to Be, Eerdmans Press, ISBN Various course readings provided by the Instructors Suggested Texts: - Anthony Hoekema, Created in God s Image, Eerdmans Press, ISBN - Justo L. González. Essential Theological Terms, WJK Press, ISBN Gregg Allison, Historical Theology, Zondervan, ISBN A.J. Conyers, A Basic Christian Theology, Broadman & Holman, ISBN Timothy C. Tennent, Theology in the Context of World Christianity, ISBN Ben Quash and Michael Ward, eds. Heresies and How to Avoid Them: Why It Matters What Christians Believe, ISBN Course Assignments: 1. Class Attendance and Participation (10% of Overall Grade): Each student is expected to engage with course materials and contribute as fully as possible to class discussions, which means that students should be prepared to engage critically with the topics and reading for the each session. 2. Session Activities (25% of Overall Grade): Student will participate in various activities during our session to engage with the material covered. These will include but are not limited to quizzes over the reading, in class assignments, class debates, presentations, and peer-led discussions. 3. Reflection Papers (20% of Overall Grade): Students will complete three short essays (1,000 word minimum) on topics specific to the particular developments in theology covered in the course discussions. Specific prompts and guidelines for each short essay will be circulated to students in a timely manner via Moodle. All essays will be submitted via Moodle on or before the stipulated due date. Late papers will not be accepted without approval by the instructor prior to the submission deadline. 4. Ministry Integration Project (25% of Overall Grade): Each student will develop an original teaching plan of 5-7 sessions for their local church context that incorporates the specific topics covered in the course into the teaching ministry of the church. Students are required to account for at least 10 hours of research, preparation, and/or delivery of these sessions in the church. More details on this project will be provided and proposal forms will be distributed too. Students will provide a copy of their project for each member of the course and make a short presentation at the last class meeting. 5. Take Home Final Exam (20% of Overall Grade): Students will take a comprehensive final exam that measures their retention of important theological developments, concepts, terms and the implications thereof. Course Evaluation: A (95-100%); A- (90-94%); B+ (88-89%); B (82-87%); B- (80-81%); C+ (78-79%); C (72-76%); C- (70-71%); D+ (68-69%); D (62-67%); D- (60-61%); F (0-59%). Course Policies: - Cell Phones/Laptops/Audio-Visual Recording Cell phones must be silenced and put away for class. The use of laptop computers will only be permitted in class during approved times. No audio or visual recording of classroom activity is permitted without prior approval from the instructor. - Continuity of Instruction Plan In the event of a crisis that prevents this course from meeting in person, students will receive instructions via for continuing the course through online means. - Cheating and Plagiarism These infractions will be taken quite seriously and are open to the full penalty of the university s policies. Endeavour always to work in accordance with the Academic Integrity statement and policies in the TEDS Academic Catalog and Academic Handbook.

3 ST 5102 FALL 2015 Course Calendar: (Subject to revision under the instructor s discretion) Session 1: Doctrine of Humanity & Doctrine of Sin Session Preparation: Selections from Augustine s Confessions, PDF via Moodle August 28th: Course Introduction August 29th: Doctrine of Humanity & Doctrine of Sin Reflection Paper #1 Plantinga s Not How It s Supposed to Be due September 26 th Session 2: Doctrine of the Person of Christ: Incarnation Session Preparation: Introduction from Rusch s The Trinitarian Controversy & Introduction from Norris The Christological Controversy, PDFs via Moodle October 9 th : The Divinity of Christ: Biblical and Theological Foundations October 10 th : Christological Heresies and the Early Church Reflection Paper #2 on Cole s The God Who Became Man due October 31 st Session 3: Doctrine of the Work of Christ: Atonement Session Preparation: Atonement Overview Video November 6 th : The Life and Ministry of the Messiah November 7 th : Theories of the Atonement Reflection Paper #3 on Cole s God the Peacemaker due November 28 th Session 4: Doctrine of Salvation Session Preparation: Athanasius, On the Incarnation (Chs. I-V) & Luther, On Christian Liberty December 4 th : Soteriology Part 1 Justification December 5 th : Soteriology Part 2 Sanctification & Soteriology Part 3 Glorification Ministry Integration Project due on December 12 th Take Home Final Exam due on December 12 th

4 ST 5102 FALL 2015: GUIDELINES FOR MINISTRY INTEGRATION PROJECT Assignment Description: Each student will develop an original teaching plan of 5-7 sessions for their local church context that incorporates the specific topics covered in the course into the teaching ministry of the church. Students are required to account for at least 10 hours of research, preparation, and/or delivery of these sessions in the church. Students will provide a copy of their project for each member of the course and make a short presentation at the last class meeting. Assignment Objective: One of the stated purposes of this course is to integrate the learning in the classroom with the practical context(s) of Christian ministry (e.g. sermons, bible studies, discipleship lessons, etc.). For a theology class, one way to make this connection is to plan a way to disciple, teach, or preach intentionally on a theological topic covered in the course. The goal of this project is to make doctrine more accessible to a broader audience in the church and cultivate theological knowledge and skills into the life of the church. Project Instructions: Select one of the sub-topics within the larger categories of Christ, Humanity, Sin, and Salvation. Study your topic thoroughly by engaging additional sources beyond those required for the course (e.g. Consider the Suggested Texts ). Identify teaching needs and opportunities in the church and organize the project to meet those. Then construct a proposal that outlines your teaching plan and its purposes. Keep a time log of the work you do outside of class on this project. See attached log below. Once you have received approval on your proposal, prepare detailed notes for each session of the teaching plan. If you are planning a preaching series, then you should have complete preaching notes/manuscript for each sermon, including main points, sub-points, illustrations, applications, and so on. If you plan a teaching series, then develop a complete lesson plan for each session. Creativity is encouraged for delivering these sessions. The course instructor will be available to offer suggestions and workshop different ideas. See also the grading rubric below. Proposals for the Ministry Integration Project are due on October 9 th Final Ministry Integration Projects are due on December 12 th

5 ST 5102 FALL 2015: GRADING RUBRIC FOR MINISTRY INTEGRATION PROJECT D Unsatisfactory C Satisfactory B Good A Excellent BIBLE TRADITION REASON EXPERIENCE Includes little to no grounding in the Bible Makes little to no history of Christian teaching on the subject Involves little to no assumed modes of reflection Incorporates little to no provision for the practical needs of the church today Includes some engagement with the Bible Makes some history of Christian teaching on the subject Involves some assumed modes of reflection Incorporates some provision for the practical needs of the church today Includes engagement with the Bible (both OT & NT) Makes history of Christian teaching on the subject and prioritizes the major figures in the development of each doctrine Involves assumed modes of reflection (with reference to particular thinkers or movements of thought) Incorporates provision for the practical needs of the church today and engages the specific needs of the context well Includes engagement with the Bible (both OT & NT) and benefits from the insights of biblical theology as well. Makes history of Christian teaching on the subject and demonstrates a critical appreciation of the most helpful figures to consider Involves assumed modes of reflection (with reference to particular thinkers or movements of thought) and offers a winsome and thoughtful case for the faith Incorporates provision for the practical needs of the church today and engages the specific needs of the context well (with an exceptionally engaging delivery format or style)

6 ST 5102 FALL 2015: TIME LOG FOR MINISTRY INTEGRATION PROJECT DATE START END DESCRIPTION SIGNATURE 8/1 4:30pm 6pm Interview with senior pastor about questions church members have regarding the Incarnation of Christ. X Total of Hours Submitted for the Project: