Christian Worldview

Note: This subject has been replaced by THE405 Introduction to Theology from Semester 1, 2024 onwards.

Do you have questions about God that you have been unable to answer?  Do you sometimes wonder whether Christian beliefs about things like the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus make any sense?  This unit provides you with the opportunity to explore those beliefs that are foundational to Christianity.  It argues that what we believe about God (our theology) has a practical impact upon our life and ethics and, therefore, provides an overview of Christian faith, and reflects on the ways in which this faith informs our everyday life and calling. The topics addressed range from the doctrine of God, creation and sin, to discussion on the person and work of Christ, and the nature of the coming kingdom of God.

Awards offering Christian Worldview

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

• Graduate Certificate in Arts
• Graduate Certificate in Leadership
• Graduate Certificate in Teacher Preparation
• Graduate Diploma in Arts
• Graduate Diploma of Counselling
• Master of Arts
• Master of Leadership

Unit Content

Curriculum Objective

The unit Christian Worldview is part of the subject area “Theology” and introduces students to theological thinking as well as the core Christian doctrines.

Outcomes

1. Describe the sources used to inform a Christian worldview and apply consistent method in arriving at theological conclusions
2. Examine alternate perspectives and identify complementary and contradictory conclusions and arguments
3. Identify central elements of a Christian worldview and show how these are impact individual spirituality and inform the life and mission of the church
4. Explain the historical formation of Christian doctrines of God, creation and redemption and analyse contemporary formations

Subject Content

1. Worldview
2. Theology
3. Revelation and Scripture
4. Trinity
5. Creation
6. Humanity and Sin
7. Jesus: Person
8. Jesus: His Work and Our Response
9. Spirit
10. Church
11. Mission, Justice and Equality
12. Hope

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to Face (onsite)
• Distance/E-learning (online)
• Intensive (One week, 7 hours per day for 5 days = 35 class hours + 85 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Forums (20%)
• Minor Essay (30%)
• Major Essay (50%)

Prescribed Text

• Migliore, Daniel L. Faith Seeking Understanding: An Introduction to Christian Theology. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Publishing, 2014

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