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Building Systematic Theology

  1. Lesson One
    What Is Systematic Theology?
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  2. Lesson Two
    Technical Terms in Theology
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  3. Lesson Three
    Propositions in Systematics
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  4. Lesson Four
    Doctrines in Systematics
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  5. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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Review Questions

These questions are designed to help you review important material covered in the lecture.

  1. Describe the four aspects that form the definition of propositions in systematic theology.
  2. Explain why the process of building theology with propositions is legitimate.
  3. Explain the place theological propositions have within the process of building systematic theology.
  4. How does an understanding of propositions help us build systematic theology?
  5. Explain how systematicians form propositions from their interaction with philosophy.
  6. Explain how systematicians overcome the challenges of forming propositions from the Bible.
  7. Why is it important to interact with both philosophy and Scripture when forming theological propositions?
  8. Describe how Christian living enhances and hinders the formation of theological propositions.
  9. Describe how interaction in community enhances and hinders the formation of theological propositions.
  10. Describe how exegesis enhances and hinders the formation of theological propositions.
  11. How does a better understanding of the dangers of propositions in theology help us benefit from propositions in theology?

Application Questions

Application questions are appropriate for written assignments or as topics for group discussions. For written assignments, it is recommended that answers not exceed one page in length.

  1. How can the legitimate use and place of propositions throughout history help you today in communicating the doctrines of the Christian faith?
  2. How do you reconcile the use of philosophy in the formation of systematics?
  3. How does scriptural support help determine where to place your beliefs on the “cone of certainty”?
  4. How does becoming aware of fundamental theological propositions aide you in becoming a more discerning follower of Christ?
  5. Explain why it is important not only to get the facts straight, but also to have the right morals and emotions?

Discussion Video

Additional information concerning the lesson topic is provided in a video presentation of a question and answer session. If you are struggling to understand any portion of the lesson or if you would simply like to deepen your understanding of the subject, this video will be helpful.