THE211 Introduction to Biblical Theology
This course provides an introduction to the study of biblical theology, focusing on the overarching narrative and key themes of the Bible as a unified whole. Through historical, literary, and inductive approaches to Scripture, students will explore the major theological themes such as covenant, salvation, and the kingdom of God, while examining how these themes unfold across both the Old and New Testaments. By tracing the development of these themes, students will gain a deeper understanding of the unity and diversity of the Bible's message and its theological coherence.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Identify and explain the major theological themes that run throughout both the Old and New Testaments, including covenant, salvation, and kingdom.
- Analyze how individual biblical authors contribute to the larger narrative of Scripture while maintaining their unique voices and historical contexts.
- Employ a variety of hermeneutical approaches, including historical, literary, and inductive methods, to interpret biblical texts.
- Understand and explain the Christocentric focus of the Bible and how it unifies the diverse writings of Scripture.
- Develop the ability to communicate the theological flow and coherence of the Bible’s grand narrative from a biblical-theological perspective.