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Theological Studies Digital Courses
TTTS 584 - Missionary Encounter with World Religions Credits 3 Harvie M. Conn, Th.M., Litt.D. An introduction to the theology of religions. A biblical theology of religions is developed against the background of extensive study of current models of approach. Using major religious systems as examples, five characteristics of all religions are sketched. Some practical suggestions for evangelistic approach are proposed. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 589 - Encountering Islam: Understanding and Sharing with Muslims Credits 3 Patrick O. Cate, Ph.D. Examination of Islam from Christian and Muslim perspectives. Covers the history and validity of the Koran, Muslim theology, the role of women, and the places of Christ, the Bible, and the Trinity within Islam. Students gain perspective into the Muslim mindset and learn how to share Christ from within that mindset. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 591 - Exploring Approaches to Apologetics Credits 3 Gordon R. Lewis, Ph.D. The course compares biblical, historical and recent approaches to defending faith in God, Christ and Scripture. It emphasizes the contrast between Peter's method of reasoning among the Jews in Jerusalem (Acts 2) and Paul's among the Gentiles in Athens (Acts 17). It compares the still influential approaches of Augustine and Aquinas. However, the bulk of the course examines six approaches of apologists who led in the resurgence of evangelicalism during the last half of the 20th century. Each approach uses different starting points and forms of argument: empirical/inductive, rational/deductive, self- authenticating presuppositions, self-authenticating mystical experiences and hypothesis/verification. Students are encouraged to integrate the strengths of the varied approaches. The last three lectures, exhibiting the lecturer's synthesis, are entitled: 'Why I Believe in God', 'Why I Believe in Jesus Christ' and 'Why I Believe the Bible'. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 592 - Christian Ethics: A Biblical Theology of Morality Credits 3 James M. Grier, Th.D. An examination of the theories of obligation and the theories of value from a philosophical perspective. A biblical theology of obligation and a biblical theology of value are presented along with their implications for decision-making in personal life and church life. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Credits 3 James M. Grier, Th.D. An examination of the nature and function of belief structures and the value of developing and living a distinctly Christian life. Students develop a Christian worldview from a redemptive history model of Biblical theology, which is then clarified using the philosophical categories of metaphysics, epistemology, and axiology. Students gain an understanding of modern and postmodern thought, how to critique them biblically and are encouraged to develop and apply a Christian worldview to life and ministry. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 593 - Christian Worldview
TTTS 608 - Old Testament Theology I: Pentateuch and Former Prophets Credits 3 Richard E. Averbeck, Ph.D. Introduces the content and theology of the books, identifying the foundational themes that emerge and tracing them through the rest of the Bible. Students demonstrate how the theology of the Old Testament is basic and essential for understanding Jesus Christ, the Church and Christian life. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 624 - The Epistle to the Romans Credits 3 Harold W. Hoehner, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical-theological study of Paul's epistle to the Romans in the Greek text. It involves the treatment of selected historical, grammatical, structural, and lexical data which evaluate the meaning of this important New Testament document. Special emphasis is given to the theological themes and over-all argument of the Epistle. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis and the ability to make grammatical and textual critical evaluations and to do Greek word studies. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 628 - The Epistle to the Hebrews Credits 3 Dennis E. Johnson, Ph.D. A course designed to discover the background, context and content of the Epistle to the Hebrews. Focus on the key interpretive issues and theological contributions found in this rich, christocentric book. Strengthens students' confidence in the superiority of Jesus and the New Covenant and to equip him/her to 'encourage one another daily'. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 701 - The Pentateuch Credits 2 R. Laird Harris, Ph.D. A critical introduction to the first five books of the Bible. Examination of such subjects as the problems of Genesis 1:11, higher criticism of the Pentateuch, chronological issues, and the archaeological and cultural background of the Pentateuch. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Credits 2 Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An introduction to the book of Psalms with emphasis on the principles involved in the exegesis of hymnic literature as well as application of these principles to selected portions. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 706 - Understanding the Old Testament Credits 3 Masters Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 705 - The Book of Psalms Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament especially as it relates to the universal of Old Testament theology, i.e. the rule of God or the establishment of God's kingdom upon the earth. A working knowledge of Hebrew considered to be helpful but not required for this course. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Doctoral Level, Post Masters Level or Graduate Level.
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