Winter 2018/Fuller Online
TH515
Oden
TH515: WESLEYAN THEOLOGY (4 Units: 160 hours). Patrick Oden.
DESCRIPTION: This course will examine the theological distinctives of Wesleyan theology beginning with its initial developments in John Wesley’s contributions and continuing through contemporary expressions. Topics will include sanctification, free will, social action, as well as additional themes. Throughout the quarter we will explore the particulars of Wesleyan theological method and see how this develops distinctive theological priorities and is expressed in local and global ecclesial patterns.
LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, students will have demonstrated: (1) developing historical and theological knowledge of Wesleyan theology as it has developed over the last several centuries, (2) ability to research and critically engage historical and contemporary Wesleyan theological resources, and (3) skill in applying Wesleyan theological emphases to contemporary theological (systematic, social, and ethical) concerns.
COURSE FORMAT: This course will be conducted online on a ten-week schedule aligned with Fuller’s academic calendar for a total of 40 instructional hours, which is outlined below in the assignment and assessment section. Students are required to interact with the material, with each other, and with the instructor regularly through online discussions, reading, and other assignments that promote active learning.
REQUIRED READING: 1287 total number of pages required.
Collins, Kenneth J. The Theology of John Wesley: Holy Love and the Shape of Grace. Abingdon Press, 2007. ISBN: 978-0687646333, $38.99 [327 pages assigned]
LeClerc, Dianne. Discovering Christian Holiness: The Heart of Wesleyan-Holiness Theology. Beacon Hill, 2010. ISBN: 978-0834124691, $38.00 [270 pages assigned]
Yrigoyen Jr, Charles, ed. The T&T Clark Companion to Methodism. T&T Clark, 2010. ISBN: 978-0567657121, Pub. Price $39.99 [240 pages assigned]
Collins, Kenneth J. and Jason Vickers, eds. The Sermons of John Wesley: A Collection for the Christian Journey. Abingdon, 2013. ISBN: 978-1426742316, Pub. Price $50.00 [250 pages assigned]
Additional readings and resources provided via Canvas and e-reserves.
RECOMMENDED READING:
Chilcote, Paul. A Faith that Sings: Biblical Themes in the Lyrical Theology of Charles Wesley. Cascade, 2016. ISBN: 978-1498231824, Pub. Price $20.98.
Collins, Kenneth J., "A Wesley Bibliography" (2017). Papers. 72. ISBN: 978-1621716648. Pub. Price: free. http://place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruitspapers/72
Langford, Thomas A. Practical Divinity in the Wesleyan Tradition. Abingdon Press, 1998. ISBN: 978-0687073825, Pub. Price $33.00.
Maddox, Randy L. Responsible Grace: John Wesley's Practical Theology. Kingswood Books, 1994. ISBN: 978-0687003341, Pub. Price $34.00.
Meeks, M. Douglas, ed. Trinity, Community, and Power: Mapping Trajectories in Wesleyan Theology. Kingswood, 2000. ISBN: 978-0687087273, Pub. Price $11.00.
Outler, Albert C., ed. John Wesley. Oxford University Press, 1964. ISBN: 978-0195028102, Pub. Price $19.95.
Rack, Henry. A Reasonable Enthusiast: John Wesley and the Rise of Methodism. Epworth Press, 2002. ISBN: 978-0687356256, Pub. Price $30.00
Runyon, Theodore H. The New Creation: John Wesley's Theology Today. Abingdon Press, 1998. ISBN: 978-0687096022, Pub. Price $28.00.
Wynkoop, Mildred Bangs. Foundations of Wesleyan-Arminian Theology. Beacon Hill, 1967. ISBN: 978-0834102545, Pub. Price $13.00.
ASSIGNMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:
PREREQUISITES: None. Prior courses in theology and church history highly recommended.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: Option to meet the TH4 requirement in the 120 MDiv and 80 MAT Programs (Fall 2015).
FINAL EXAMINATION: None.