- Unit Code & NameCT9295B Salvation Today
- Description
In this unit, you will be able to explore contemporary concepts of salvation while focusing on the relationship between theology and mission. You will examine key biblical and theological sources which have contributed to the development of different ways of understanding salvation. You will explore the significance of salvation in relation to a range of issues including: social service, justice, evangelism and interfaith dialogue.
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- DisciplineDelivery ID: 47365
- LevelPostgraduate Level 9
- Semester2. Semester 1, 2023
- Delivery ModeOnline
- Date
27 February 2023 - 2 June 2023
Weekly Zoom tutorials Mondays 2.00 - 3.00 pm.
- Lecturer(s) Reverend Professor Glen O'Brien
- Prerequisites
24 points in Systematic Theology at Graduate Foundational Level or equivalent
- Learning Activities
Lectures, reading, online tutorials, videos
Once you are enrolled in this unit, explore content on ARK, the Learning Management System, before the unit commences. Participation activities will include attendance at weekly Zoom tutorials or watching the recording of missed Zoom tutorials and posting a comment on the noticeboard in Ark.
*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 4,000 word essay - 60%
1 x 3.000 word tutorial paper - 40%
- Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Construct sound theological and missiological reasons for developing a contemporary soteriology.
2. Articulate a theology of salvation that connects meaningfully with and provides a solid theological rationale for holistic mission.
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of key biblical texts and traditions relating to salvation.
4. Discuss critically the significance and function of context in the development of soteriology, using examples from a broad range of contemporary theologies.
5. Critically evaluate selected research that includes a soteriological perspective.
- Text Books
There is no required text for this unit.