Introduction to Theology

The 60-week theology program kicks-off with Introduction to Theology. Its primary purpose is to lay the foundation teaching you skills for developing a Christian mind. We do this by helping you construct a solid foundation for thinking through life’s most important issues. We will begin by establishing the reality and nature of truth and then learn that rightly interpreted Scripture is the final arbiter of truth. You will learn the about various sources for theology and the way that different people use and misuse these sources.

Course Outline:

  • Session 1: Introduction to The Theology Program
  • Session 2: Defining Theology
  • Session 3: Categories of Theology
  • Session 4: Postmodern Epistemology
  • Session 5: Christian Epistemology
  • Session 6: Essentials of Theology
  • Session 7: Traditions of Christian Theology
  • Session 8: Sources of Theology
  • Session 9: Does God Still Speak Today?
  • Session 10: Unity and Diversity

Course Objectives:

  1. The student will understand that theology is more than just an academic discipline reserved only for professional theologians, but that it is a fountain from which all people may daily drink.
  2. The student will know the different sources from which we derive our understanding of truth and direction.
  3. The student will develop a broader perspective of theology in general and learn how theology is done within the Christian community.
  4. The students will glorify God through their humble submission to His command to love Him with “all their mind” (Matt. 22:37)
  5. The students will critically evaluate their own theological method and worldview by learning how to test and critique the validity of their core beliefs.
  6. The students will critique various sources from which they derive their beliefs with the purpose of establishing the Scripture as their primary sources for their beliefs.
  7. The students will place greater confidence in theology and the process of doing theology.
  8. The student will learn to value the unity and diversity of the Body of Christ.

What People are Saying About The Theology Program:

I cannot overstate how thrilled I am with the training in The Theology Program…[it] is the best thing I have seen to date.

- J.P. Moreland
Distinguished Professor of Philosophy, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

If it is your desire to know what you believe and why you believe it, The Theology Program is for you.

- Chuck Swindoll
Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church Author, Speaker, Radio Host

If this kind of program could be multiplied in churches throughout America and the world, there would be hope for the evangelical church.

- Daniel B. Wallace
Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary Senior New Testament Editor, The NET Bible

These are very difficult issues, and you’ve treated them thoroughly, fairly, and with considerable balance…The teaching method is superb.

- John M. Frame
Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy, Reformed Theological Seminary


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