THE311 Theology of Mission
This course introduces students to the biblical and theological foundations of Christian mission from an evangelical perspective. Students trace the theme of God's mission throughout the biblical narrative and examine the relationship between the mission of God, the redemptive work of Christ, the Church, and the witness of individual believers. The course also introduces selected developments in evangelical missiology, historic mission statements, and contemporary theological perspectives on the nature, purpose, and practice of mission. Through engagement with Scripture and foundational missiological writings, students develop a biblically grounded theology of mission that equips them to evaluate contemporary mission practices and participate faithfully in God's mission in the Church, their communities, and the world.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Explain a theology of mission by tracing God's mission throughout the overarching narrative of Scripture.
- Critically evaluate evangelical theological perspectives on the missio Dei.
- Analyze and evaluate contemporary mission practices using biblical and theological principles.
- Articulate the relationship between God's mission, the Church, and the role of every believer as participants in God's redemptive work.
- Apply a biblical theology of mission to evaluate and inform faithful Christian ministry and everyday participation in God's mission.