2020-2021 Graduate Academic Catalog

Page 76 2020–21 Graduate Academic Catalog Graduate-Level Course Descriptions BTHT-6210 – BTHT-6500 Bible and Theology — Biblical Studies (BTGS) BTGS-6100 3 hours Biblical and Theological Foundations for Graduate Study This course provides a biblical foundation for students involved in graduate study at Cedarville University. Students will develop a theological framework for life, including academic disciplines and professional fields. Students will also apply this biblical-theological framework to professional and discipline-specific issues. Bible and Theology — History and Theology (BTHT) BTHT-6100 Biblical Theology 3 hours A study of some of the major distinctive theologies of the Old and New Testaments within the overall unity of Scripture. This course focuses both on the varieties and tensions among biblical authors and collections within their particular genres and historical settings, and on the similarities and unifying themes among the biblical writings and through both Testaments. (dual-listed with BTHT-4100 Biblical Theology) BTHT-6105 Introduction to Biblical Theology 3 hours An introduction to the distinctive theologies of the Old and New Testaments within the overall unity of Scripture. This course focuses on the overarching unity of Scripture through both Testaments while also studying the tensions among and distictive features of the biblical writings. BTHT-6110 Christian History and Theology 1 3 hours A study of the history of Christianity and the development of doctrine between the apostolic successors and the late medieval period. Attention will be given to the major people, key thinkers, movements, and significant events of the Church. This course examines the primary sources that depict the church’s activity and articulate Christian theology. The course depicts Christianity’s historical interaction with its context, the major and minor voices in theological discussions, and the significant purpose the church has fulfilled in society. (dual-listed with BTHT-3510 Christian History and Theology I) BTHT-6120 Christian History and Theology 2 3 hours A study of the history of Christianity and the development of doctrine between the early reformers to the modern period. Attention will be given to the major people, key thinkers, movements, and significant events of the Church. This course examines the primary sources that depict the church’s activity and articulate Christian theology. The course depicts Christianity’s historical interaction with its context, the major and minor voices in theological discussions, and the significant purpose the church has fulfilled in society. (dual-listed with BTHT-3520 Christian History and Theology II) BTHT-6140 Foundtional Christian Doctrine 3 hours Study of core Christian doctrines rooted in biblical exegesis, with special attention given to the doctrines of God and Scripture. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions will be considered. Attention will also be given to how these foundational doctrines shape Christian ministry. BTHT-6150 3 hours Contemporary Theology in Historical Context What do we do when we read a book or blog or listen to a teaching that seemingly espouses a new or provocative theology? As Christians we need to practice biblically saturated discernment, but that can be difficult. This course exposes students to prominent contemporary theological systems while reading those systems through the context of their historical antecedents. (dual-listed with BTHT-4320 Contemporary Theology) BTHT-6210 Theology of Worship 3 hours This course explores the theology, history, and practice of Christian worship, with particular attention to how worship practices both reflect and shape theological commitments. Various elements of Christian worship will be examined in light of diverse cultural contexts and theological perspectives with the goal of enabling the student to plan appropriately and to lead worship in a particular ministry setting. (dual-listed with BTAT-3730 Theology of Worship). BTHT-6300 Global Theology 3 hours An introduction to the rise and nature of non-Western theologies along with an examination of the nature of theology and its relevance in contemporary contexts. (dual-listed with BTHT- 4300 Global Theology) BTHT-6310 Hermeneutics 3 hours Detailed study of the theory and related practice of the roles of author, reader, and text toward the end of authoritative interpretation and contextualization of the Bible. (crosslisted with BTBS-6310 Hermeneutics) (dual-listed BTBS/BTHT-4310 Hermeneutics) BTHT-6340 3 hours Christian Theology 1-Bible, Trinity, God the Father Study of the doctrines of the Scripture and the triune God, with special emphasis on God the Father. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. (dual-listed with BTHT-3340 Christian Theology 1-Bible, Trinity, God the Father) BTHT-6350 3 hours Christian Theology 2-God the Son and God the Spirit Study of the persons and work of both Christ and the Holy Spirit. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. (dual- listed with BTHT-3350 Christian Theology 2-God the Son and God the Spirit) BTHT-6360 3 hours Christian Theology 3-Salvation, Humanity, and Angels Study of the nature of humans, heavenly beings, and God’s saving work from election through final consummation. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. (dual-listed with BTHT-3360 Christian Theology 3-Salvation, Humanity, and Angels) BTHT-6370 3 hours Christian Theology 4-Church and Last Things Study of the nature of the church and its mission in the world until the consummation of all things. The ultimate end of individuals and the corporate bodies of the Church and Israel will be covered. The related biblical and historical material along with contemporary discussions of the doctrines will be considered. Ministry implications of the doctrines will garner attention. (dual- listed with BTHT-3370 Christian Theology 4-Church and Last Things) BTHT-6500 Historical Theology 3 hours An examination of the development of Christian doctrine from the apostolic fathers to the modern era. The course will highlight key thinkers and theological developments in the patristic, medieval, Reformation, and modern eras. Attention will be given to the reading and analysis of primary documents. (dual-listed with BTHT-3500 Historical Theology)