Nature of Man (Sys Theo #22)

The Nature of Man is the focus of the 22nd class of Systematic Theology. The question of whether humans consist of one, two, or three constituent parts is considered (body, soul, spirit). The conditional unity of the material and immaterial aspects of humanity is emphasized, with consideration given to its implications. A brief overview of the source of the human soul finishes the class.

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Image of God (Sys Theo #21)

Humans as created in the image of God is the subject matter for the 21st installment of the Systematic Theology class. Biblical texts relating to original, fallen, and redeemed humanity are surveyed, as well as those relating to Jesus Christ. Various theological views of the nature of the image of God are considered in addition to a synthesized view. Lastly, historical insights from the Ancient Near East are also considered. The result is a fascinating study on what it means for humans to have been created in the image of God.

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Human Origins 2 (Sys Theo #20)

Our study of the doctrine of humanity continues with the second lesson on human origins. Taught by guest lecturer, Dr. Brian Miller, the lesson focuses on various models of human origins generally held by Christians, various views of the age of humans, as well as some other pertinent scientific issues.

Dr. Miller received his B.S. in physics from MIT and his Ph.D. in physics from Duke University. He speaks internationally on topics of science, worldview, and society. He is also a partner with the Aslan Guild, which is an inventor's guild dedicated to bringing innovative new products into the marketplace.

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Human Origins 1 (Sys Theo #19)

The second semester of Systematic Theology has begun with Lesson #19 on the topic of Human Origins as part of the broader doctrine of Humanity. Some general non-biblical Western views of humanity are considered first. Different Christian views of Adam and Eve are introduced next, followed by some thought given to the theological meaning of being humans deliberately designed and created by God.

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Lord's Prayer - Forgive Us

The sixth installment on the Lord's Prayer constitutes the fifth petition of the prayer. The magnitude of our sins is considered in light of the immediate context of the Sermon on the Mount. The riches of God's mercy and the severity of God's justice are then considered in light of the parable of the Unforgiving Servant found in chapter eighteen of Matthew's Gospel. Finally, forgiveness is considered in light of the importance of relationships.

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