Department of Linguistics

SAN ANTONIO THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE & SWEET CANAAN BIBLE INSTITUTE

A Mission of St Phillip Baptist Church & Sweet Canaan Baptist Church of Kingsbury

SATC 205 Bargas Street, San Antonio, TX 78210

SCBI 4140 Prairie Lea Rd, Kingsbury, TX 78638

Course Syllabus

Course number: CTH 3013211

Course name: Systematic Theology 1

Instructor: Dr. Johnny Freemont III

E-mail:

Phone: cell (512) 993-6945

Class hours: Online Course

Catalog Description: Prerequisite. None

Text:

  1. Introducing Christian Doctrine(2nd Edition)
  2. Author(s): Erickson, Millard J.

This course is designed to contribute to the student’s overall preparation for effective Christian ministry. Specifically, this course aims to help students

Course Description

This course is a systematic study of the biblical doctrines of Bibliology and Trinitarianism (Theology Proper, Christology, and Pneumatology). It includes an examination of theological Prolegomena, major features pertaining to the Holy Scriptures, and a study of the identity and works of the Triune God. Key concepts, issues, and the practical implications and integration of these doctrines in Church and Christian life are discussed.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course the student will:

1. Articulate the meaning of key theological terms and concepts. (Knowledge and Understanding)

2. Explain the nature and necessity of systematic theology including the significance of theological thinking and interpretation. (Knowledge and Understanding)

3. Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the historical development of these doctrines. (Knowledge and Understanding)

4. Articulate personal positions on these doctrines within the biblical framework while employing proper theological method. (Judgment and Design)

5. Define each doctrine covered under Bibliology and Trinitarianism with accuracy providing biblical support and identifying deviations from, or false expressions of these doctrines. (Commitment and Identity)

6. Articulate Biblical answers to key theological questions raised by the church and/or the world that pertain to these doctrines. (Performance and Action)

These objectives will be met through reading, exams and quizzes, performance evaluation of the final project, written assignments, presentations, discussions, and lectures.

Method of instructions:

  1. Class lectures
  2. Quizzes and Tests
  3. Homework: complete handouts and worksheets

Course Grade:

  1. Class participation……...25%
  2. Homework/worksheets…25%
  3. Class quizzes……………25%
  4. Final Exam ……………..25%

Course Plan / Systematic Theology I
WEEK / DATE / LESSON / ASSIGNMENT
1 / Jan 12 / What is Theology? / Chapter 1
2 / Jan 19 / Postmodernity & Theology / Chapter 3
3 / Jan 26 / Doctrine of Revelation / Chapter 4
4 / Feb 2 / Doctrine of Revelation – Special revelation / Chapter 5
5 / Feb 9 / Doctrine of Revelation - Inspiration / Chapter 6
6 / Feb 16 / Doctrine of Revelation – God’s Word / Chapter 7
7 / Feb 23 / Doctrine of Revelation – Authority of Word / Chapter 8
8 / Mar 2 / Doctrine of God / Chapter 9
9 / Mar 9 / Mid-Terms
1 / Mar 16 / Doctrine of Man - Anthropology / Chapter 18
11 / Mar 23 / Doctrine of Original Sin / Chapter 21
12 / Mar 30 / Christology – Doctrine of personhood of Christ / Chapter 24
13 / Apr 6 / Soteriology – Doctrine of Salvation / Chapter 31
14 / Apr 13 / Pneumatology – Doctrine of the Holy Spirit / Chapter 29
15 / Apr 20 / Eccleisology -Doctrine of the Church / Chapter 15
16 / Apr 27 / Eschatology – Doctrine of Last thingsThe Schismatic Reaction / Chapter 16
17 / May 4 / ReviewThe Arian Controversy & Council of Nicea / Chapter 17
15 / May 11-14 / FINALS / n/a

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Psalm 96:9

God is spirit, and those who worship the Lord must do so in spirit and in truth. John 4:24

Since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us give thanks, by which we offer to God an acceptable worship with reverence and awe. Hebrews 12:28

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