Introduction to
Theology
Unit Content
Outcomes
- Interpret and summarise a formative understanding of traditional Christian thought on doctrines of God, creation and redemption
- Identify the sources used to inform theological thinking and apply consistent method in analysing and contrasting information
- Describe and examine alternate perspectives, and identify complementary and contradictory conclusions and arguments;
- Express how Christian doctrine and theological tradition is important for individual spirituality and to church, life and mission.
Subject Content
- Introduction to Theology
- Theological Method
- Revelation and Scripture
- Trinity
- Creation
- Humanity and Sin
- Jesus: Person (Christology)
- Jesus: His Objective Work
- Jesus: His Subjective Work
- Spirit
- Church
- Mission, Justice and Equality
- Hope
Prescribed Text
- Jones, Beth Felker. Practicing Christian Doctrine: An Introduction to Thinking and Living Theologically. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2023.
Quick Info
- Course code: THE105
- Credit points: 10
Prerequisites
Nil
Assessment Methods
- Reading Reflections (10%)
- Proposal and Annotated Bibliography (20%)
- Major Essay (40%)
- Personal Theological Reflection (30%)