The Systematic Theology courses explore the main features in Christian Systematic Theology such as the understanding of God, Jesus the Christ, Holy Spirit, the Church and their related articles of faith such as creation and providence, sin and salvation, Christian life and Spirit, and the community of faith and the ordinances. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with task and the necessary skills of interpretation and doing theology. In so doing, they will be able to map out their own theological path and translate their learning into ever widening theological reflection in their pastoral ministry.

Systematic Theology I

SYSTH 3442/5442

Topics covered include the terrain, task, and method of Systematic Theology, theological anthropology, reason and revelation, and Scripture and tradition. 2 hours.

Systematic Theology II

SYSTH 3452/5452

Topics covered include the understanding of God, Trinity, creation and providence, the mystery of evil, the understanding of the person and work of Jesus the Christ, sin and salvation, and Christ and pluralistic context. 2 hours. Pre-requisite: Systematic Theology I

Systematic Theology III

SYSTH 3462/5462

Topics covered include the understanding of the Holy Spirit, Spirit and the Christian life, hope and the future, the Church as the community of faith, proclamation and ordinances, Christian institution and religious pluralism. 2 hours. Pre-requisite: Systematic Theology I

Asian Theology

ASNTH 3552/5552

This course offers an overview of major trends and general aspects of Asian Theology and an in depth and interpretative study of some of the significant theologies therein. The class is structured as an examination of the literature that has been produced on Asian theological aspects by well-known Asian Theologians. The students will be exposed to evangelical and liberal strains of writing and will be called upon to develop their unique interpretation and understanding of Asian Theology. 2 hours.

The Theology of the Gospels

BIBTH 4353/6353

A careful examination of the theological emphases and the special contributions of each of the four canonical Gospels to our understanding of the life and ministry of Jesus. The course is designed to challenge the student to appreciate and integrate the theology of the Gospels into his/her life and ministry. 3 hours.

The Theology of Paul

BIBTH 4323/6323

A careful examination of the background, presuppositions, and themes of Pauline theology with some special attention to the apostle’s teachings on the kingdom of God, the person and work of Christ, the Christian life, the church, and eschatology. The course is designed to challenge the student to appreciate and integrate the theology of the Paul into his/her life and practical ministry. 3 hours.

The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit

SYSTH 4372/6372

A biblical, historical, and systematic examination of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The course is designed to help the student understand contemporary issues faced by the contemporary church related to the person and work of the Holy Spirit. The student will be challenged to understand the biblical teachings on the gifts of the Spirit, baptism in the Spirit, and walking in the Spirit and to integrate these teachings into his/her life and ministry. 2 hours.

The Doctrine of Humanity and Sin

SYSTH 4382/6382

A careful biblical examination on the origin, nature, anddestiny of humanity. The course is designed to challenge students to understand and appreciate the historical development of this doctrine and to be able to offer a contemporary expression of a Christian anthropology as it relates to his/her personal life, ministry, and the contemporary church. 2 hours.

The Doctrine of God

SYSTH 4392/6392

A biblical, historical, and systematic examination of God’s existence, attributes, triune nature, and work. The course is designed to help the student to understand and appreciate certain issues of historical, philosophical, biblical, and contemporary importance related to the doctrine of God that are relevant to an Asia context. The student will develop his/her personal views from a biblical, historical, systematic, and practical perspective. Attention will be give to the impact this doctrine has upon one’s personal life, ministry, and the contemporary church. 2 hours.

The Person and Work of Christ

SYSTH 4403/6403

A biblical, historical, and systematic examination of the person and work of Christ in the light of historical and contemporary interpretations. The course is designed to help the student analyze various Christological traditions from a biblical perspective and to formulate a contemporary expression of the doctrine of Christ. Attention will be give to the impact this doctrine has upon one’s personal life, ministry, and the contemporary church. 3 hours.

Christian Ethics

CNETH 3313/5313

An examination of various approaches to ethics. The course is designed to challenge the student to understand and appreciate biblical ethics and its application to contemporary issues relevant for the church today. 3 hours.

Introduction to Philosophy

PHILO 3012/5012

This course will cover three areas: the main thinkers in Western and Eastern philosophical traditions; the main concerns and debates of these traditions; and the philosophical tools used in the construction of philosophical arguments. Students can begin to understand the philosophical bases of theological constructions and how philosophy has had a great impact on the development of Christian doctrines and beliefs. 2 hours.

Philosophy of Religion

PHREL 3313/5313

A study of the philosophical attempt to understand the nature of God and the significance of religion in the life of humanity. The course is designed to help the student understand and appreciate certain issues in philosophy and apologetics related to an Asian context. Attention will be give to challenging
the student to think through the process of contextualizing the Christian message for an Asian context. 3 hours.

Apologetics in Christian Ministry

PHREL 3373/5373

Various approaches to the apologetic task will be investigated. Attention will be given to the systematic and rational defense of the Christian faith against many serious contemporary challenges, such as pluralism, world religions, and secularism. Topics include such areas as tests for truth, a critique of relativism and pluralism, the problem of miracles, and the historicity of the Christian faith. A primary aim of the course will be the practical application of apologetics in the church’s ministry appropriate for an Asia context. 3 hours.

History of Christianity I

CHHST 3102/5102

A general survey of the global history of Christianity from the New Testament period to the era and events surrounding the Reformation. The course is designed to help the student identify, appreciate, and comprehend the historical and contemporary significance of various personalities, movements, and theological trends which influenced the development of the church. 2 hours.

History of Christianity II

CHHST 3112/5112

A general survey of the history of Christianity from the era of the spread of the Reformation to the present, with special emphasis on its introduction and spread in Asia. The course is designed to help the student identify, appreciate, and comprehend the historical and contemporary significance of various personalities, movements, and theological trends which influenced the development of the church. 2 hours.

Asian Church History

CHHST 3302/5302

This course is a study of movements, personalities and theological development in Asia from the beginnings through the modern era with an emphasis on primary sources. As students gain a historical perspective on the Christian faith and its advance through Asian civilization, they will be able to analyze their faith and church tradition from a global historical perspective and understand the cultural issues that help give shape to the church in an Asian context. 2 hours.

Baptist History

CHHST 3202/5202

A basic survey of Baptist history and denominational life. The course is designed to help the student identify, appreciate, and comprehend the historical and contemporary significance of the origins, historical developments, and personalities that shaped the Baptist heritage worldwide. 2 hours.

Issues in Asian Church History and Theology

CHHST 4102/6102

This course will introduce and explore the most pressing issues facing the Church in Asia today. It aims to help students gain the critical thinking skills necessary for evaluating historical and theological trends, and develop well-informed approaches to healthy church growth and missionary practice. 2 hours.

Medieval Christianity

CHHST 4202/6202

An examination of Catholic Christianity and its context from the 600s through the 1400s. This course is designed to help the student understand and appreciate the movements of monasticism, scholasticism, sacramentalism, papal authority, and dissent in the Medieval period. 3 hours.

The Reformation

CHHST 4302/6302

An examination of the Lutheran, Reformed, Anglican, Radical, and Roman Catholic phases of the sixteenth-century Reformation. This course is designed to give the student an appreciation and understanding of the major figures of the Protestant Reformation and their theological contributions to the Church. 2 hours.

Puritanism

CHHST 4352/6352

An examination of the rise and development of Puritanism beginning in England and with its later spread to Continental Europe and New England. This course is designed to give the student an awareness and appreciation for the significant figures of Puritanism and their theological impact on Protestant thought. 2 hours.