U170 Basic Christian Doctrine

Course Overview

One might wonder why it is necessary to study Christian doctrine if we already have God’s revelation in the Bible. Can’t one simply focus on studying the Bible without concerning themselves with doctrine? The answer to this question is that anyone who studies the Bible is, in essence, studying doctrine. Engaging in a systematic exploration of Christian theology leads students to various sources of knowledge and areas of thought. In this context, our aim is to present the biblical teachings that serve as the basis of Christian theology, albeit in a more modest manner.

This course is a stand alone course, but this course can be applied to obtain professional certificates. If you desire a professional certificate, be sure to enroll in the professional certificate separate, and complete this course. Follow directions in the professional course to receive credit once you complete this class. This course does not apply towards bachelor credit by itself.

If you desire to receive bachelor level credit, please register for the bachelor level version of this course. The Bachelor level course can count towards your professional certificate.

This course is designed by Dr. T Gorden, our Professor of Historical and Pastoral Theology. He hold’s a Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Theology with additional Post Doctoral work in Historical Theology. He also holds a Masters of Theology in Bibilcal Studies.