Individualized Distance Learning

ST514

Anderson

ST514: RECONCILIATION AND THE HEALING OF PERSONS ( 4 units).

Ray S. Anderson, Senior Professor of Theology and Ministry

DESCRIPTION:

“Reconciliation and the Healing of Persons” considers the doctrine of the Incarnation, the person of Jesus Christ as the basis for reconciliation of persons to God, the doctrines of Justification and Sanctification, as well as the doctrine of Atonement. A unit on healing and the atonement will look closely at the issues of forgiveness of sin, physical healing, and the relationship of healing to God’s ministry of reconciliation through the Church.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES/COURSE GOALS:

As a result of this course the student will grow in understanding of the theological issues present in basic human questions about the experience of saving faith, assurance of salvation, and the overcoming of sin and its effects in our spiritual, emotional and physical life

 

COURSE FORMAT :

The course uses recorded lectures, a detailed independent study guide, and readings. It is designed to be completed in an 11-week period while allowing for flexibility in the student’s schedule.

 

REQUIRED READING:

  • Anderson, Ray S. Judas and Jesus: Amazing Grace for the Wounded Soul. Cascade Books, 2005.
  • Blue, K. Authority to Heal. IVP, 1987.
  • Kraus, N. J esus Christ Our Lord: Christology from a Disciple's Perspective.
  • Torrance, T.F. The Mediation of Christ. Helmers and Howard, 1991.
  • Wilson, J.R. God So Loved the World. Baker Book House

ASSIGNMENTS:

  • Students wishing to work towards an A level grade will be required to read 1500 pages, including the assigned reading, and complete four exam questions.
  • Students wishing to work towards a B level grade will be required to read 1000 pages of reading from the assigned reading list, and complete two exam questions

PREREQUISITES: None.

RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM : Meets MDiv core requirement in Systematic Theology B (STB).

FINAL EXAM: No

Updated July 2007