Course Summary
The use of theological inquiry in constructing a view of reality
BRS 352 is an extension of BRS 351. Like its predecessor, BRS 352 treats familiar themes but deepens understanding of these themes. It aims at equipping the student to analyze and evaluate modern speculative concepts relative to these themes. This second course is organized in three modules: (1) Christ, (2) Fullness of Life, and (3) The Kingdom of God. 3 semester hours of undergraduate credit. Prerequisite: BRS 351. No credit awarded with former BRS 14.
Objectives
• Interpret the biblical portrayal of Jesus Christ
• Explain the fullness of life that rests in Christ
• Describe the Kingdom of God
Credit. Credit for the course requires a score of 70% or greater on three multiple choice examinations and two essays. A sample multiple-choice problem is given below.
Mark the correct statement. (A) Christ became the “Son” of God after his resurrection. (B) Christ is the crown of Israel’s history. (C) The Old Testament is silent regarding a coming messiah. (D) The Christ event was an aberration or midstream correction in God’s plan.
Resources
A Bible, the course syllabus, and the following textbook
Witherington, Ben III. New Testament Theology and Ethics. Vol. 2. IVP Academic, 2016. 856 pages. [Available without cost in the Electronic Collection; purchase is approximately $33. ISBN: 978-0830851331]
