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269 COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 2016-2017 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Theology
THE 2110
Survey of Bible Doctrine
In this survey of the great theological truths of the Scriptures, you will focus on the basic doctrines necessary for a Christian worldview:
Revelation, authority, Scripture, God, humanity, sin, Christ, salvation, Holy Spirit, church, and future events. (3)
THE 3301
Theology I: God, Christ, and Spirit
This course is the first half of an examination of the theological truths of the Bible, during which you will focus on the basic doctrines
necessary for a Christian worldview. You will examine the doctrinal teaching of the Bible, supplemented with insights from the
theological reflections of the church throughout its history and from contemporary theological discussions. You will explore such topics
as: The authority and inspiration of Scripture, the attributes and work of God, the person and work of Christ, and the person and work
of the Holy Spirit, with the goal of helping you grow in your knowledge of God and your understanding of how that knowledge is based
on God’s revelation in His Word. (3)
THE 3302
Theology II: Sin and Salvation
This course is the second half of an examination of the theological truths of the Bible, during which you will focus on the basic doctrines
necessary for a Christian worldview. You will examine the doctrinal teaching of the Bible, supplemented with insights from the
theological reflections of the church throughout its history and from contemporary theological discussions. You will explore such topics
as: The benefits of salvation, the role of the church, and the doctrine of last things, with the goal of helping you understand the greatness
of your salvation, as well as how that salvation places you into a community of believers and how it relates to God’s plan for the end of
history. (3)
THE 3720
Apologetics
Building on an understanding of basic philosophy and worldview models, you will explore various Christian apologetic responses in
relation to the areas of history, science, and philosophy. In addition, you will include some study of the historicity of the Scriptures with
special emphasis on miracles, the New Testament, and the resurrection of Jesus. (3)
Prerequisite: PHI 2110
THE 4140
Ethics and Sanctification
In this systematic study you will explore God’s revelation of ideal conduct in personal and social relationships, God’s plan and provision
for reaching that ideal, and man’s responsibility in appropriating God’s provision. You will also spend time in a practical study of
contemporary ethical problems and specifics of Christian living. (3)
Prerequisites: BIB 1114, BIB 1115, and BIB 1120
THE 4210
Studies in Historical Theology
In this advanced seminar, you will explore selected topics in historical theology and their development throughout church history. Topics
may vary from year to year and the course may be repeated for credit if the topic of study differs. (3).
THE 4310
Doctrine of Scripture
In this systematic study, you will examine key issues related to the doctrine of Scripture, such as revelation, inspiration, canon,
illumination, perspicuity, sufficiency, and authority. Attention will also be given to the history of the Bible. (3)
Prerequisite: THE 3301
THE 6039
Doing Theology in Context
You will engage in a detailed discussion on the interaction between Bible and culture in which epistemological, hermeneutical,
theological and ecclesial dynamics are taken into consideration in order to strengthen the church’s witness by remaining both faithful
to Scripture and relevant to context. (3)
Prerequisites: BIB 5410 and GLS 6515
THE 6210
Heresies: Old and New
In this upper-level theology course you will examine ancient and modern theological errors that stand in contradiction to God's Word.
You will learn to identify heresies, establish a strong biblical basis for evaluating doctrinal error, and investigate how the church ought
to deal with heresies and heretics today. (3)
THE 6211
Studies in Historical Theology
In this advanced seminar, you will explore selected topics in historical theology and their development throughout church history. Topics
may vary from year to year. (3)
THE 6260
Theology of the Reformers
In this course you will read key passages from selected written works (English translations) by Martin Luther (1483-1546), Ulrich Zwingli
(1484-1521), and John Calvin (1509-1564). The readings will provide you with insights and greater understanding of the theology, the
thought forms, and appropriate theological expression in the culture of the times of these theological patriarchs. You will also gain
insight on theological knowledge, devotional perspectives, and incentives for worshiping the present day. (3)
THE 6268
Theology of Jonathan Edwards
Using a topical approach, you will examine the theology of Jonathan Edwards in detail. You will study Edwards’s teachings on all the
major topics of systematic theology, with particular attention to his unique contributions to Christian thought. (3)
THE 6310
Systematic Theology in Global Christianity I
In this course you will explore key biblical passages that undergird the doctrines of Prolegomena, Bible, Theology Proper (including
angelology and demonology), Christ, and Last Things. You will consider how each doctrine is understood and expressed in various
international cultures. You will consider global contemporary challenges to orthodox belief and practice based on biblical teaching,