THE101 Christian Worldview

Do you have questions about God that you have been unable to answer?  Do you sometimes wonder whether Christian beliefs about things like the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus make any sense?  This unit provides you with the opportunity to explore those beliefs that are foundational to Christianity.  It argues that what we believe about God (our theology) has a practical impact upon our life and ethics and, therefore, provides an overview of Christian faith, and reflects on the ways in which this faith informs our everyday life and calling. The topics addressed range from the doctrine of God, creation and sin, to discussion on the person and work of Christ, and the nature of the coming kingdom of God.


Class availability
THE101 class availability for Semester 1, 2023
Academic Period: 06/03/2023 - 16/06/2023 Census Date: 27/03/2023

See below available study options in this intake for THE101 Christian Worldview.

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Sydney Campus

Class time (by host): Tuesdays 6pm - 9pm
Frequency: Weekly
Mode: Live

Online Campus

Frequency: Self-paced
Mode: Recorded
Notes: Zoom account is a requirement for this class.

Brisbane Campus

Class time (by host): Wednesdays 6pm - 9pm
Frequency: Weekly
Mode: Live

Adelaide Campus

Class time (by host): Thursdays 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Frequency: Weekly
Mode: Live
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Courses offering THE101 Christian Worldview

Bachelor of Ministry
Bachelor of Theology

Curriculum Objective

The unit Christian Worldview is part of the subject area “Theology” and introduces students to theological thinking as well as the core Christian doctrines.

Outcomes
  1. Identify the sources used to inform theological thinking and apply consistent method in analysing and contrasting information;
  2. Describe and examine alternate perspectives, and identify complementary and contradictory conclusions and arguments;
  3. Show how Christian doctrine and theological tradition is important for individual spirituality and to church life and mission;
  4. Interpret and summarise a formative understanding of traditional Christian thought on doctrines of God, creation and redemption.
Assessment Methods

  • Proposal and Annotated Bibliography (10%)
  • Forum Postings (20%)
  • Major Essay (40%)
  • Exam (30%)

Prescribed Text

  • Jones, Beth Felker. Practicing Christian Doctrine: An Introduction to Thinking and Living Theologically. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2014. (e-book available)

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Key info

Subject Coordinator: Jeffrey Aernie
Currently Offered: Yes
Credit Points: 10
Subject Code: THE101