Introduction to Christian Theology I
This course introduces students to the foundations of Christian theology, focusing on key doctrines and theological methods. It covers:
- The nature and sources of theology
- The doctrine of God
- Divine revelation and Scripture
Key areas include:
- The attributes of God
- The Trinity
- The authority of the Bible
- The role of theology in Christian life
The course equips students to understand and articulate core Christian beliefs in a structured and theological way.
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to systematic theology, exploring foundational doctrines such as God, revelation, and Scripture. It establishes a framework for theological thinking and study.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, students will:
- Understand the nature and purpose of theology
- Identify sources of theological knowledge
- Explain key doctrines such as God and the Trinity
- Analyse the authority and role of Scripture
- Develop basic theological reasoning skills
Course Content
- Introduction to Theology
- Sources of Theology (Scripture, Tradition, Reason, Experience)
- Revelation (General and Special)
- Doctrine of God
- Attributes of God
- The Trinity
- Doctrine of Scripture
- Authority and inspiration of the Bible
Mode of Delivery
- Lectures
- Class discussions
- Independent study
Reading Materials
- Systematic theology textbooks
- Biblical texts
- Academic theological resources
Evaluation
- Examinations: 60%
- Coursework and participation: 40%
Weekly Schedule
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Theology |
| 2 | Sources of Theology |
| 3 | General and Special Revelation |
| 4 | Doctrine of God |
| 5 | Attributes of God |
| 6 | The Trinity |
| 7 | Mid-term Review |
| 8 | Doctrine of Scripture |
| 9 | Authority and Inspiration of the Bible |
| 10 | Inerrancy and Infallibility |
| 11 | Theological Method and Hermeneutics |
| 12 | Theology and Christian Life |
| 13 | Contemporary Theological Issues |
| 14 | Final Review and Examination Preparation |
Theological explanations, lecture outlines, and concept summaries for this course are available as downloadable files. Materials include structured lesson documents provided by the instructor.
Required Readings
- Systematic theology textbooks (provided by instructor)
- Biblical texts and scripture references
- Academic theological resources
Media Resources
This section includes theology lectures, doctrinal teaching sessions, and educational discussions. Audio resources include recorded lectures and teaching sessions. These materials support foundational understanding of Christian theology and doctrine.
Types of Assignments
- Essays
- Theological reflections
- Short answer tests
- Class participation
Submission Guidelines
- Submitted via course platform or directly to instructor
- Accepted formats: PDF, Word documents (.doc / .docx)
Requirements
- Clear theological explanations
- Proper referencing
- Logical structure
Academic Integrity
- Original work required
- No plagiarism
- Proper citation mandatory