PM104 — Systematic Theology
14-lesson self-paced, non-accredited pastoral ministry course. A survey of central Christian doctrines and their significance for worship and ministry.
Course Description
A survey of central Christian doctrines and their significance for worship and ministry.
Program: Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (non-accredited). Prerequisite: PM102 recommended. Format: Self-paced written lessons, quizzes, and assignments. Note: This training does not confer academic credit, professional licensure, or ordination.
What You Will Learn
What You Will Learn
- Explain major biblical and theological principles relevant to the subject.
- Apply responsible interpretation and ethical reasoning to ministry situations.
- Produce written and practical work demonstrating ministry readiness.
Course Overview
Course Overview
A survey of central Christian doctrines and their significance for worship and ministry.
This course contains 14 lessons, each with guided reading, reflection, a written assignment and four knowledge-check questions. Students should consult relevant biblical texts and credible references, and complete work in their own words.
Assessment
Complete all lessons and assignments; recommended minimum score: 70%. The program-wide final project is assessed separately in PM304.
Prerequisites
PM102 recommended
Course Lessons
- The Nature and Method of Theology
- Scripture and Revelation
- God and Divine Attributes
- Trinity and Christian Tradition
- Creation and Providence
- Humanity and the Image of God
- Sin and Human Brokenness
- Person of Jesus Christ
- Work of Jesus Christ
- Holy Spirit
- Grace and Salvation
- The Church
- Christian Hope and Last Things
- Doctrine in Pastoral Practice