Theology for Today’s World

Content Overview

This 6-week course aims to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the theology of the Christian worldview, and its relevance in today's world. It explores various theological concepts, their historical development, and their application to contemporary issues. Students will engage in critical thinking, analysis, and discussion to develop a deeper understanding of theology's role in shaping our understanding of, and interaction with, the world.

Objectives

Students who are successful in this course should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a deeper understanding of theology, particularly its application and relevance for today's world.
2. Exercise critical thinking skills for the promotion of the cause of Christ in various contexts such as, the household, local church, and marketplace.
3. Offer a clear and compelling defence of the Christian faith and worldview in both personal interactions and in the public sphere.

Required Text

In order to achieve the learning outcomes of this course, students must obtain the following text:

• The Consequences of Ideas: Understanding Concepts that Shaped Our World by R. C. Sproul (2018), Crossway Books.

Optional Texts

Students are encouraged to explore the following supplementary texts to enhance their learning:

• How Should We Then Live?: The Rise and Decline of Western Thought and Culture by Francis A Schaeffer.
• Defending Your Faith: An Introduction to Apologetics by R. C. Sproul.
• The Story of Philosophy: The Lives and Opinions of the Greater Philosophers by Will Durant.
• Reason and Faith: Philosophy in the Middle Ages by Thomas Williams.

Workload

Students are expected to commit to a workload of 6-hours per week. This includes scheduled lecture times, individual study, and assessment work. Additional classes/tutorials are not required.

Assessment

100% internal assessment Two Mid-Term Quizzes - Quiz covering subject matter from lectures 1-3. - Quiz covering subject matter from lectures 4-6. Final Essay The final essay will be between 2,000-3,000 words in Turabian (academic referencing style) format. Students will choose a specific theological topic discussed throughout the course and write a comprehensive essay. The essay should demonstrate critical thinking, analysis, and application of theological concepts to contemporary issues and challenges. 1