Christian Doctrines
- Arts
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 100 pages
- 10 units
This course introduces students to the major doctrines of the Christian faith. It provides a broad overview of core Christian teachings developed through ecumenical council decisions and theological reflection. The course explores the names and attributes of God, the problem of evil, the doctrine of the Trinity, and the nature of humanity and sin. Students will also examine various conceptions of salvation, atonement, and the doctrine of the Church, providing a comprehensive foundation in Christian theology.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS847, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS847 · UNIT 2 TRANSCENDENCE AND IMMANENCE OF GOD.
This unit provides the following lessons: God transcends all that is created in such a way that He directs the course of the universe. He is involved with the universe in such a way that the universe feels His presence and control. God’s transcendence and immanence both have implications on the knowledge of Him as a Covenant Lord.
What you should be able to do
- State the necessity of doctrines.
- List and discuss names and attributes of God.
- Define the transcendence and immanence of God.
- Clearly state the problem of Evil.
- Evaluate the justifications of God amidst human suffering.
- Explain the Extent of atonement.
- Show the Relationship between Ecclesiology and Eschatology.
What it prepares you for
- Theologian
- Religious Studies Teacher
- Pastor
- Missionary
- Chaplain
- Religious Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Charitable Organizations
- Social Services
- Community Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 3: Theodicy: The Problem of Evil
Theodicy requires grappling with complex philosophical arguments and reconciling divine attributes with the existence of suffering.
- Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 4: The God-head (Trinity)
The Trinity involves understanding abstract concepts and the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 1: Names and Attributes of God · 3 hours
Define Christian doctrines.. Identify and discuss at least 4 names of God.. Discuss the attributes of God..
- Week 2Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 2: Transcendence and Immanence of God · 3 hours
Define transcendence and immanence of God.. Show the relationship between God's transcendence and immanence.. Explain the implication of God's transcendence and immanence to the knowledge of God..
- Week 3Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 3: Theodicy: The Problem of Evil · 3 hours
Clearly state the problem of Evil.. Evaluate the justifications of God amidst human suffering.. Respond to the problem of Evil..
- Week 4Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 4: The God-head (Trinity) · 3 hours
Construct the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity.. Identify the Persons in the God-head.. State the unity of the God-head..
- Week 5Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 5: The Doctrine of Humanity · 3 hours
State the importance of the Doctrine of Humanity.. Identify the effects of sin.. Discuss the three major views of the Nature and Origin of Sin..
- Week 6Module 1: The Doctrine of God and Humanity
Unit 6: The Doctrine of Sin · 3 hours
Describe using biblical sources, Sin.. Discuss three views about Sin and its effect on Humanity.. Evaluate various conceptions about Sin..
- Week 7Module 2: The Doctrine of Salvation
Unit 1: Various Conceptions of Salvation · 3 hours
Identify major Conceptions of Salvation.. State the various convictions that inform divergent views of Salvation.. Evaluate the major views on salvation..
- Week 8Module 2: The Doctrine of Salvation
Unit 2: Atonement · 3 hours
State the Necessity of atonement.. Explain the Extent of atonement.. Discuss the Efficacy of atonement..
- Week 9Module 2: The Doctrine of Salvation
Unit 3: Order of Salvation · 3 hours
Explain the meaning of the Order of Salvation.. Enumerate and discuss key elements and stages in the Order of Salvation.. Relate what you have studied in this Unit to previous Units you have studied..
- Week 10Module 3: The Doctrine of the Church
Unit 1: Introduction to Ecclesiology · 3 hours
Define Ecclesiology.. Show the Relationship between Ecclesiology and Eschatology.. State some of the implications of the doctrines of Ecclesiology on the study of other doctrines.
- Week 11Module 3: The Doctrine of the Church
Unit 2: Marks of a True Church · 3 hours
Identify a True Church.. Discuss the marks of a true church.. Evaluate the marks of a true church..
- Week 12Module 3: The Doctrine of the Church
Unit 3: The Initiatory Rite of the Church · 3 hours
Successfully define Christian baptism.. Clearly state and explain modes of Christian baptism.. Meaningfully discuss the efficacy of baptism..
- Week 13Module 3: The Doctrine of the Church
Unit 4: Government of the Church · 3 hours
Identify types of Church Government.. Discuss the Government of the Church.. Analyse types of Church Government..
Unit 5: Three Views on the Millennium · 3 hours
Discuss the Premillennial view of Eschatology.. What is the major difference between Postmillennialism and Premillennialism?. Evaluate the Amillennial view of the events to accompany the Second Coming of Christ..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking key doctrines from Modules 1-3.
- Review and summarize the different views on the millennium from Unit 5.
- Practice answering essay questions on the nature of atonement and salvation.
- Focus on understanding the biblical basis for each doctrine.
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their feedback.
- Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final exam.
- Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex concepts.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS847 about?
This course introduces students to the major doctrines of the Christian faith. It provides a broad overview of core Christian teachings developed through ecumenical council decisions and theological reflection. The course explores the names and attributes of God, the problem of evil, the doctrine of the Trinity, and the nature of humanity and sin. Students will also examine various conceptions of salvation, atonement, and the doctrine of the Church, providing a comprehensive foundation in Christian theology.
How many units does CRS847 have?
CRS847, Christian Doctrines, has 10 units across 2 modules, over 100 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS847?
CRS847 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Arts.
Is CRS847 hard?
CRS847 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS847 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is CRS847 assessed?
CRS847 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CRS847?
Theologian, Religious Studies Teacher, Pastor, Missionary and Chaplain.