Theology II registration open...

Grace is providing a unique opportunity for you to strengthen your theological foundation, and sharpen ministry skills. Pastor David along with other Grace pastors facilitate a college level course in Systematic Theology, using a DVD driven curriculum produced by Credo House. The entire course consists of 6 sections covering everything from theological methods and history to the theology of God, Christ, Sin, Salvation, the Church, and Last Things.

Each section is 13 weeks, with the entire course lasting 3 years. You can plan on spending 2-3 hours a week in reading and class time. There are two class options:

Wednesday mornings, 6-7:30 am
Thursday evenings, 7-8:30 pm

The course is open to anyone who desires to learn and think through the theology of the Bible. Grace leadership is excited about what we can learn together, and believe this can greatly enhance our ability to accomplish the mission we have to make and multiply Christ-followers who magnify the glory of God.

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Cost for Class:

First Time Attendee: $50
Alumni (workbook included) $30
The entire 3 year course will run about $200 spread over 3 years:

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Required Course Textbooks:

Course #2 of The Theology Program:
Bibliology & Hermeneutics Workbook (included in registration fee) see below for iOS and Android options

Please purchase the following resources prior to the first day of class:
Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem. Zondervan, 1994. ($30) Buy online: Christian Book or Amazon
Mosaic of Christian Beliefs by Roger Olson. IVP, 2002. ($25) Buy online: Christian Book or Amazon
Bible (NASB or ESV)

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Section 2 Bibliology & Hermeneutics
Description & Objectives:

This course focuses on the authority, nature, and interpretation (hermeneutics) of the Scriptures.  It is designed to help students work through issues that concern the trust they place in the Bible and its interpretation.  We will compare the various Christian traditions’ views of authority, examining the Reformation principle of sola Scriptura.  The Scripture will be studied as an ancient text focusing on its transmission and canonization.  We will also ask tough questions concerning the inspiration and inerrancy of Scripture.  We will then look at how the Church has interpreted the Scriptures throughout history, ending our time by looking at current trends in Evangelical hermeneutics.

• The student will understand the vital difference between the Protestant and Roman Catholic views of authority.
• The student will learn why we believe the Bible today essentially is the same as when it was originally written.
• The student will learn why we believe that the Bible today has the right books.
• The student will learn the different views of inspiration and inerrancy.
• The student will understand why we believe the Scriptures alone are the inspired word of God.
• The student will learn about historical-grammatical-literary hermeneutics

 

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The Theology Program Overview:

Most simply put, The Theology Program (TTP) is on a mission to reclaim the mind for Christ by equipping people, churches, and pastors, to understand and articulate the Christian faith.

The Theology Program is a program of Christian theology (study of God) and apologetics (defending the faith) created with all believers in mind. TTP seeks to give people who may never have the time, ability, or circumstances that allow them to attend full-time seminary the same opportunity to study the great and rich Christian heritage of truth. Here, you will learn theology historically, biblically, and irenically (in a peaceful manner). The contents of TTP are created from a broadly evangelical perspective, engaging other traditions in a persuasive yet gracious manner. In short, we seek to help people think theologically by understanding what they believe and why they believe it.

We believe that all people are created in the image of God and therefore able and desirous to engage in a deep level of theological training that has traditionally only been offered at seminaries. TTP courses are designed with you in mind, walking you step by step through this comprehensive program.

If you have ever asked these questions, then this is the program for you:

• How do we know what books belong in the Bible?
• Do all religions lead to God?
• So many churches—what is the big difference?
• Why does everyone seem to interpret the Bible differently?
• The doctrine of the Trinity—can someone please explain this?
• Why should I study theology?
• So many versions of the Bible… Which one do I use?
• What about those who have never heard about Christ, can they still make it to heaven?
• Why does God allow bad things to happen?
• What is the difference between Protestants and Roman Catholics?
• Can we be sure that Christ rose from the grave?

 

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Class Schedules & Topics

Two class times are available and will meet @ Grace
Wednesday - 6:00-7:30 am in the Conference Center
Thursday - 7:00-8:30 pm in the F Modular

	Wed	Thurs	Session Topics	Assignment
January	11	12	Session 1: Introduction and Authority	Read: Systematic Theology, pp. 127-138
	18	19	Session 2: Sola Scriptura
	25	26	Session 3: Transmission of Scripture	Read: Systematic Theology, pp. 54-72
February	1	2	Session 4: Canonization of Scripture (OT)	Read: Systematic Theology, pp. 73-89; Mosaic of Christian Belief, pp. 89-109
	8	9	Discussion #1, Vocabulary Quiz #1 [see Key Terms (1), Workbook, pp. 205-206]	Case Study #1
	15	16	No Class - Biblical Exposition Conference - Register here: Speaking By Listening
	22	23	Session 5: Canonization of Scripture (NT)
	29	1	Session 6: Inspiration of Scripture
March	7	8	Session 7: Proving Inspiration	Read: “Chicago Statement of Biblical Inerrancy” (Appendix 1 in the Workbook); Systematic Theology, pp. 90-104
	14	15	Discussion #2, Vocabulary Quiz #2 [see Key Terms (2), Workbook, pp. 207-208]	Case Study #2
	21	22	Session 8: Inerrancy
	28	29	Session 9: History of Interpretation	Read: “Chicago Statement of Biblical Hermeneutics” (Appendix 2 in the Workbook)
April	4	5	No Class - Passion Week
	11	12	Session 10: Historical-Grammatical Hermeneutics
	18	19	Discussion #3

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Registration for Theology Class Alumni is $30.

If you are taking the class for the first time, please visit New Registration.