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Course Syllabus

THEO 530
Systematic Theology II

Course Description
A course completing the study of systematic theology with special attention given to the doctrines of the person and work of Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and last things. Such issues as nature and extent of salvation, the origin, nature and future of the church, and the eternal state are explored.

Rationale
In relation to God, these doctrines are those that detail His work to glorify Himself in His creation. In relation to pastoral and soul care ministries, those doctrines related to the human predicament and the work of God to bring wholeness and healing are especially important. Part of that healing is the building of a new community, which functions to establish believers and hold them accountable to their commitment to Christ “‘til He comes.”

I. Prerequisites
None

II. Required Resource Purchases
Beck, James R. (Ed.). Two Views on Women in Ministry. Revised ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2005. ISBN: 978-0-310-25437-9.
Erickson, Millard J. Christian Theology. 2d ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker, 1998.
ISBN: 0-8012-2182-0.
Fee, Gordon D. Paul, the Spirit, and the People of God. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson, 1996. ISBN: 978-1-56563-170-0.
Hoyt, Samuel L. The Judgment Seat of Christ. Milwaukee, WI: Grace Gospel Press, 2011. ISBN: 978-0-9799637-1-1.
St. Gregory of Nazianzus. On God and Christ. Crestwood, NJ: St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press, 2002. ISBN: 0-88141-240-6.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.

III. Additional Materials for Learning
A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment
B. Internet access (broadband recommended)
C. Microsoft Word
(Microsoft Office is available at a special discount to Liberty University

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