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person and work of Christ, his ethical teaching, and the nature and mission of the church. (3 credits)
212 New Testament Studies and Theology II: Epistles and Revelation
In this course we read and closely examine each of the Pauline and General Epistles and the book of Revelation with a view to 1) questions of introduction (authorship and dating); 2) questions of interpreting first century letters in context, as well as the apocalyptic genre of Revelation; 3) the biblical and systematic theology taught in these books, particularly the eschatological already/not yet nature of the church’s existence, the person and work of Christ, justification by faith, life in the Spirit, and the victory and struggle of the church awaiting Christ’s return (3 credits)
245 Survey of World Religions
An introductory survey of the historical development, beliefs, symbols, and practices of ancient, Eastern, and Western religious traditions. Religions studied include animism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Judaism, Islam, East Asian traditions, and others, as well as the relationship of religion and culture and the concept of "religion" as a category of academic study. (3 credits) (Cross-listed as PHL 245)
315 History of Christianity I: From the Apostolic Era to the Reformation
This course examines the history of the Christian church from the time of the apostles to the European Reformation of the 16th century. Emphasis will be given to the geographical expansion of the church, the development of orthodoxy, forms of spirituality, and worship. This course is cross-listed as HIS 315 (3 credits)
316 History of Christianity II: From the Reformation to the Present
This course is a continuation of BTS 315 from the Reformation to the present time. Emphasis will be given to the diversity of Protestantism, the challenges of the modern age, and the spread of Christianity worldwide. This course is cross-listed as HIS 316 (3 credits)
321A Genesis
This course provides an in-depth study of this foundational book of origins. Special focus is given to interpreting the accounts of creation, fall, flood, and the rest of the primeval history, in view of challenges to their historicity and the need for a discerning appreciation of the findings of science. We explore the redemptive-historical theology of the book, highlighting the promises, the patriarchal covenants, and their Christological significance. Prerequisite: BTS 111 or permission of the instructor. (3 credits)
323 Psalms
This course provides an in-depth look at the Book of Psalms. We will study the nature of Hebrew poetry, the history and principles of Psalms interpretation, the structure of the Psalter, and the different Psalm genres. The goal will be to understand the theology of the Psalms as focused on the kingdom of God and his coming Messiah, and the way of wisdom embodied by that hoped for fulfillment of the Davidic type. Consistent Christological interpretation then reveals important implications for our use of the Psalms in worship and Christian living. Prerequisite: BTS 112 or permission of the instructor. (3 credits)
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