Engaging Theology

Engaging Theology

Taught by Ben C. Blackwell, R. L. Hatchett

The Engaging Theology online course is an introductory theology series that grounds a treatment of standard systematic topics in the wider context of life and practice and shows the relevance of each doctrine to the church.

Course Details

  • 12 Units

  • Self-paced

  • 5 hours of video

  • Beginner

  • Engaging Theology

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$179.99 USD

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Course Description

Our contemporary context increasingly views Christian faith and practice as irrelevant. When people talk about theology, they increasingly wonder, “Who cares?” But the ancient church believed the biblical narrative held significance for the crucial realities of life.

The Engaging Theology online course is an introductory theology series that grounds a treatment of standard systematic topics in the wider context of life and practice and shows the relevance of each doctrine to the church. It treats the essential doctrines of Christian orthodoxy by following the pattern of story, doctrinal exposition, theological relevance, and spiritual relevance.

The Engaging Theology online course is ideal for helping students and everyday people living in a post-Christian era engage seriously with the Christian faith.

By completing this course, you’ll gain:

  • Deeper connection to the great doctrines of the church and everyday life
  • Insight into the connections between great traditions of the church, theology, and how to apply those to your Christian faith journey
  • Practical knowledge of the basic doctrines of Christianity
  • Confidence in your growing knowledge through personalized review sessions and unit assessments

Meet Your Instructors

Ben C. Blackwell

Ph.D., University of Durham

Ben C. Blackwell is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University and director of Houston Theological Seminary.

R. L. Hatchett

Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

R. L. Hatchett is professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. In addition, he has served as interim pastor and supply preacher at numerous churches around Arkansas and Texas.

Course Outline

  • Introduction

  • Theological Method: How to Do Theology

  • Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

  • Revelation: God Reveals Himself

  • God and the World: Creator and Creation

  • Jesus the Christ: The Incarnate Messiah

    [MIDTERM]

  • Holy Spirit: The Lord and Giver of Life

  • Humanity and Sin: Human Flourishing and Failure

  • Salvation: Participating in New Creation

  • The Church: The People of God

  • Eschatology: New Creation and the End

  • Conclusion

    [FINAL EXAM]


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