- Unit Code & NameCT3295B Salvation Today
- Description
This unit will explore contemporary concepts of salvation with a particular focus on the relationship between theology and mission. It will include an examination of key biblical and theological sources which have contributed to the development of several modern soteriologies and offer constructive responses. The unit will explore the significance of these concepts of salvation in relation to a range of issues including: social service, justice, evangelism and interfaith dialogue.
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- DisciplineDelivery ID:
- LevelUndergraduate Level 3
- Semester2. Semester 1, 2023
- Delivery ModeOnline
- Date
27 February 2023 - 2 June 2023
- Lecturer(s) Reverend Professor Glen O'Brien
- Prerequisites
36 points of Systematic Theology
- Learning Activities
Lectures, tutorials, group work
*This unit is offered at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Students may engage with people across both levels when this unit is delivered.
- Assessments
1 x 3,000 word essay - 60%
2 x 1,000 word tutorial papers - 40%
- Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Outline theological and missiological reasons for developing a contemporary soteriology.
2. Articulate a theology of salvation that connects meaningfully with holistic mission.
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of selected biblical texts relating to salvation.
4. Discuss critically the significance of context in the development of soteriology, using examples from a range of contemporary theologies.
5. Develop an integrated contemporary theological perspective on salvation.
- Text Books
There are no required texts for this unit.