Systematic Theology
- Arts
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 91 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces the basic doctrines of Christian theology, focusing on God, creation, and humanity. It explores the Trinity, examining God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The course delves into various views of creation, biblical teachings, and the spirit world. It also highlights the uniqueness of humankind, the fall, sin, redemption, and the relevance of systematic theology for Christian faith, life, and ministry. The Bible serves as the major source, integrating science, philosophy, and history.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS840, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS840 · UNIT 2 GOD THE FATHER CONTENTS
Since theology is an interpretative analysis of the revelation of God, the doctrine of God is the first major doctrine usually discussed in systematic theology. The three aspects of the doctrine of God the Father that will be examined in this unit are various beliefs about God, the proofs of God’s existence and the attributes of God.
What you should be able to do
- Define and describe the scope of systematic theology.
- Explain the Christian doctrine of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
- Describe the person and work of Jesus Christ, including the virgin birth and the atonement.
- Analyze ideas about creation and evolution.
- Discuss the theology of humankind, including the nature, fall/sin, and redemption.
- Relate and evaluate the relevance of systematic theology to Christian living.
What it prepares you for
- Pastor
- Theologian
- Religious Educator
- Missionary
- Chaplain
- Religious Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Missionary Work
- Pastoral Ministry
- Theological Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Meaning and Scope of Systematic Theology
Understanding the nuances of different theological approaches requires careful analysis and comparison.
- Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 1: Various Views of Creation
Reconciling scientific theories with biblical accounts demands critical thinking and nuanced interpretation.
- Module 3: Humankind
Unit 2: The Image of God in Humankind
Grasping the concept of the image of God and its implications for human life requires deep reflection and theological understanding.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Meaning and Scope of Systematic Theology · 2 hours
Define theology from etymology.. Discuss the three levels of theology.. Mention various approaches to theology..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction
Unit 2: God the Father · 2 hours
State and discuss various beliefs about God.. Explain the traditional philosophical and theological proofs about the existence of God.. Enumerate the perfections, incommunicable and communicable attributes of God..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction
Unit 3: God the Son · 2 hours
Explain the divinity and humanity of Jesus Christ.. List some early christological views/debates.. Discuss the significance of the virgin birth of Jesus Christ..
- Week 4Module 1: Introduction
Unit 4: God the Holy Spirit · 2 hours
Describe the person of the Holy Spirit.. Discuss the general activities of the Holy Spirit.. Explain the work of the Holy Spirit in Christian life, namely, regeneration, sanctification, gifts, fruits and baptism/fullness..
- Week 5Module 1: Introduction
Unit 5: The Triune God · 2 hours
Highlight the nature of revelation.. Describe the characteristics of the Bible.. Define Trinity and state the Biblical evidences..
- Week 6Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 1: Various Views of Creation · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of the word theory with regard to the origin of life.. Mention the four categories of theory of origin of life.. Define and discuss the theory of organic evolution..
- Week 7Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 2: Biblical Teaching on Creation · 2 hours
State the features of the biblical teaching on creation.. Discuss the concept of ex nihilo in the Christian doctrine of creation.. Identify the scientific issues involved in the creation doctrine..
- Week 8Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 3: The Spirit World · 2 hours
Discuss the existence, groups and nature of angels.. Highlight some of the activities of angels.. Explain if the Biblical doctrine of angels is compatible with African and Euro-American worldviews..
- Week 9Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 4: Providence I · 2 hours
Define the Christian doctrine of providence.. State the three aspects of the doctrine of providence.. Explain preservation as an aspect of providence..
- Week 10Module 2: Creation and Providence
Unit 5: Providence II · 2 hours
State the meaning, types and causes of evil.. Discuss the biblical teaching of victory over evil.. Explain the meaning and purpose of miracles..
- Week 11Module 3: Humankind
Unit 1: The Nature of Humankind · 2 hours
List the various approaches to the study of humankind.. Highlight the focuses of the study of humankind in philosophy, bible and theology.. Explain the constituent nature of human beings as soul, spirit, flesh, heart and body..
- Week 12Module 3: Humankind
Unit 2: The Image of God in Humankind · 2 hours
State the three general/classificatory views of the image of God in human beings.. List the various explanation of the image of God in humankind.. Discuss the implications of the creation of humankind in the image of God..
- Week 13Module 3: Humankind
Unit 3: Communal Human Life in Africa · 2 hours
Explain the importance of community in human life.. List social and cultural values in traditional African life.. Discuss African values of relationship and hospitality..
Unit 4: Alienation and Redemption of Humankind · 2 hours
State the major views on the biblical account of the fall of humankind.. Evaluate the biblical story of the fall of humankind from the viewpoint of African worldview.. Describe the problem of sin confronting humanity..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key concepts and arguments.
- Develop flashcards for theological terms and definitions from Units 1-5.
- Compare and contrast different views on creation and evolution from Module 2, Units 1-2.
- Practice essay questions on the nature of sin and redemption, referencing biblical passages from Module 3.
- Form a study group to discuss challenging concepts and share insights on the course material.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS840 about?
This course introduces the basic doctrines of Christian theology, focusing on God, creation, and humanity. It explores the Trinity, examining God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The course delves into various views of creation, biblical teachings, and the spirit world. It also highlights the uniqueness of humankind, the fall, sin, redemption, and the relevance of systematic theology for Christian faith, life, and ministry. The Bible serves as the major source, integrating science, philosophy, and history.
How many units does CRS840 have?
CRS840, Systematic Theology, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 91 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS840?
CRS840 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Arts.
Is CRS840 hard?
CRS840 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS840 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is CRS840 assessed?
CRS840 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with CRS840?
Pastor, Theologian, Religious Educator, Missionary and Chaplain.