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25 May, 2014

Atonement 1 (Sys Theo #30)

The thirtieth lesson of Systematic Theology centers in on the doctrine of the Atonement. The Scriptural witness to the atonement is covered, as well as the atonement's necessity and nature. The class finishes with an overview of a holistic understanding of penal substitution. Next week additional biblical metaphors and insights into the atonement will be considered.

Audio and notes are available on the Systematic Theology page located via the link in the upper right column of this webpage.

14 May, 2014

Ascension (Sys Theo #29)

The historical event of the bodily ascension of Jesus Christ to heaven following his bodily resurrection from the dead is the focus of lesson 29 of Systematic Theology. After referencing the biblical data for the ascension, focus is given to the nature of the ascension (and hence, heaven itself), its significance for both Christ and humanity, and the substance of Christ's being seated at the right hand of God (i.e., his session).

Audio and notes may be accessed on the Systematic Theology page, which can be accessed via the link in the upper right column of this page.

10 May, 2014

Jesus' Resurrection (Sys Theo #28)

Lesson 28 of Systematic Theology looks at the resurrection of Jesus. Topics covered are the biblical data for the resurrection, the nature of Jesus' resurrection body, and the significance of his resurrection. Audio and notes are available via the Systematic Theology page, which can be accessed by the link in the upper right column of this page.

03 May, 2014

Incarnation 2 (Sys Theo #27)

The relationship between the divine and human natures in the person of Christ is the focus of this second lesson on the incarnation of the Son of God, and is the twenty-seventh lesson in the Systematic Theology course. Numerous heresies regarding this issue are considered, followed by the Chalcedon Definition and some orthodox statements by J. I. Packer. The lesson concludes with a brief consideration of three important implications of the incarnation.

Audio and notes are available via the Systematic Theology page, which can be accessed by the link in the upper right column of this page.