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ARCHIVED 150 Introduction to Mission 2018/19 S1 Mon 8.30

ARCHIVED 123 Jesus and the Synoptic Gospels 2018/19 S1 Mon 8.30

ARCHIVED 123 Jesus and the Synoptic Gospels 2018/19 S2 Tue 8.30

ARCHIVED Study Skills 2018/19 S1 Mon 4.15

ARCHIVED 323 New Testament Theology 2018/19 S1 Tue 2.15

Starting with brief orientations on the discipline of Biblical Theology and on the relationship between OT and NT, this unit reviews the major theological contributions within the NT (Matthew, Luke, John, Paul, Hebrews, Peter). Issues such as salvation history, unity and diversity, and NT ethics receive specific attention. The students are encouraged to think through the implications of the biblical texts for Gods people today and they will increase their skills in interpretation and application.

ARCHIVED 211 Pentateuch 2018/19 S1 Mon 8.30

ARCHIVED 103 Reading and Using the Bible 2018/19 S1 Mon 11:15

ARCHIVED 133 Introduction to Christian Doctrine 2018/19 S1 Mon 11.15

ARCHIVED 235 Ethics 2 2018/19 S2 Thu 8.30

ARCHIVED 233 Early Church History 2018/18 S1 Tue 2.15

ARCHIVED 115 Interpreting the Old Testament (P.Lalleman) 2018/19 S2 Thu 8.30

ARCHIVED 223 A Pauline Letter in English 2018/19 S1 Mon 11.15

ARCHIVED 115 Interpreting the Old Testament (Z.Schwab) 2018/19 S2 Mon 8.30

This unit builds on the discussion of introductory issues in unit 112 Introduction to the Bible and on skills acquired in unit 103 Reading and Using the Bible. It helps students to improve their exegetical skills and to read and use commentaries and other aids independently. It also pays attention to contemporary use of the Old Testament.

ARCHIVED 232 Doctrine of the Church & Ethics 2018/19 S1 Wed 2.15

ARCHIVED 164 Worship and Preaching Skills 2018/19 S1 Mon 2.15

ARCHIVED 124 Introduction to Paul 2018/19 S1 Thu 11.15

ARCHIVED 124 Introduction to Paul 2018/19 S1 Mon 2.15

ARCHIVED 261 Pastoral Care and Counsel 2018/19 S1 Tue 8.30

ARCHIVED 176 Philosophy 2018/19 S1 Thu 8.30

ARCHIVED 324 John - Gospel and Letters 2018/19 S2 Wed 8.30

ARCHIVED 462/467 Spirituality 2018/19 S1 Tue 2.15

ARCHIVED 256 Evangelism and the Local Church 2018/19 S1 Mon 2.15

ARCHIVED 402 Theological Enquiry and Interpretation 2018/19 S1 Wed 2.15

ARCHIVED 224 Acts and Hebrews 2018/19 S1 Mon 2.15

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ARCHIVED 401 Biblical Hermeneutics 2018/19 S1 Wed 8.30

The unit introduces the theme of biblical hermeneutics in the context of the history of biblical interpretation since New Testament times.  Key movements, theories and strategies will be examined and assessed, including recent developments such as reception history (including the artistic reception of the Bible) and ‘ordinary hermeneutics’.  The potential of these various approaches will be explored in relation to specific biblical genres and texts.  The practical outworking of the subject in the life of the Church will be kept in view.

ARCHIVED 344 English Baptist History in Context 2018/19 S1 Tue 8.30

ARCHIVED 420 NT Greek Texts 2016/17

Normally Luke, Acts or 1 Corinthians will be studied.  Introductory questions such as sources, genre, readers and theme(s) are discussed.  The emphasis of the unit is on matters of historical and theological interest and difficulty.  Comparison is made with related texts inside and outside the canon of the NT.  The unit deals with the original purpose(s) of the book and its relevance for today.  Throughout the unit the Greek text is used and relevant passages are translated and analysed.  Class tests may be used in preparation for the exam.

ARCHIVED 430 Studying Christian Theology 2018/19 S1 Wed 8.30

This unit provides a critical examination of various approaches to the theological task. It also explores the potential of an integrated approach to the process of doing theology, which gives due weight to Scripture, tradition and culture. Key themes, such as soteriology, Christology and the doctrine of the Trinity, will be outlined and critically explored. These central themes will help to demonstrate the relevance of theologys critical and constructive tasks. This focus upon specific doctrinal loci will further demonstrate the value of drawing upon the resources of Scripture, tradition and culture. The unit provides foundations for thinking theologically and critically, and enables students to deepen their appreciation of mainstream Christian belief.

ARCHIVED 133 Introduction to Christian Doctrine 2018/19 S1 Tue 2.15

ARCHIVED 334 Resurrection Theology and Hope 2018/19 S1 Wed 8.30

ARCHIVED 126 New Testament Greek A 2018/19 S1 Tue 8.30 & Thu 8.30

This unit focuses on basic grammar and syntax as contained in the textbook; it also offers a brief historical treatment of language and of the transmission of the text, and pays attention to idiomatic expressions in New Testament Greek. Reading from the original text is emphasised from the start of the unit. The biblical text used is Johns Gospel, with selections from the Letters of John. The teaching of grammatical forms and structures is supported by teacher-prepared handouts with forms being introduced in the context of New Testament examples.

ARCHIVED 332 The Doctrine of the Spirit and the Ethics of Responsiveness 2018/19 S1 Wed 2.15