Theology 101

Theology 101 is a course of teaching and discussion sessions on the building blocks of Christian truth.

Each session involves input based on Scripture and Classic Christian Texts followed by discussion. The aim is to give participants an overview of the key ideas and controversies of Christian Theology.

When and Where

Mondays, 12.15pm to 1.40pm at the Appleby Rooms. Lunch of soup and rolls is provided.

All are welcome but places are limited. If you're interested in joining Theology 101 please see Clare Miller or contact the Church Office.

Programme

Term 1 - Encountering the God Who Really Is

29 September to 1 December

1. Introduction to Theology 101 - The Revelation of the Living God
   Tradition, Reason, Experience and the Authority of Holy Scripture
2. God from Beginning to End - The Creator
   Encountering the God of the Bible
3. God 3 in 1 - The Heart of the Trinity
   Who is the God of the Bible?
4. God and Us - The Implications of the Trinity
   What it means to believe in the God of the Bible
5. 'Image of the Invisible God' - The Incarnation
   Jesus - Divine and Human
6. Once for All - The Atonement
   The Centrality of the Cross of Christ
7. Substitionary Penal Atonement
   Understanding the Debate about the Cross
8. The Go-Between God
   The Person and Work of the Spirit

Term 2 - Sin, Satan and Freedom in Christ

1. The Human Condition
   The Problem of Sin
2. The Divine Initiative
   Grace, Faith and Works
3. The Accuser and his Friends
   Satan, Demons and the Powers
4. The Victor and His Triumph
   The Triumph of Jesus over Evil
5. God's New Humanity
   Justification and Life
6. God's New Community
   The Doctrine of the Church
7. The Bath that Jesus Instructed
   Baptism
8. The Meal that Jesus Instituted
   The Lord's Supper

Term 3 - Issues for Today

1. The Challenge of Feminist Theology
   What's Right about Feminism?
2. The Challenge of the Prosperity Gospel
   Does God want us Rich?
3. The Challenge of Cessationism
   How should we Relate Prophetic Gifts to Scripture's Authority?
4. The Challenge of the Post-Modernity
   Is Truth Subjective?
5. The Challenge of Healing
   What is a Viable Theology of Healing for Today?