Theology

The Biblical Basis for Polemics – Examine scriptural commands to defend the faith and expose false doctrine, understanding the difference between godly correction and divisiveness.

Historical Polemics and the Early Church – Study how early church fathers like Athanasius, Augustine, and Irenaeus defended orthodox doctrine against heresies.

Identifying False Teachings – Learn to recognize theological errors, distortions of Scripture, and counterfeit gospels in both historical and contemporary settings.

Explore how the Bible was written, preserved, and empowered by the Holy Spirit to reveal God’s truth.

Learn foundational methods for interpreting Scripture — context, culture, grammar, and literary form.

See how all of Scripture fits together in one redemptive story pointing to Jesus Christ.

Inspiration and Authority of Scripture – Examine how God inspired the biblical authors and why Scripture stands as the final authority for Christian belief and conduct.

Canon of the Bible – Study the historical and theological process by which the books of the Bible were recognized as divinely inspired and authoritative.

Inerrancy and Reliability – Understand the doctrine of biblical inerrancy and explore historical and contemporary arguments affirming the trustworthiness of Scripture.

Biblical Foundation of Covenant – Discover the meaning, structure, and cultural background of blood covenants in ancient times and how they shape biblical theology.

Covenants in the Old Testament – Explore the covenants made with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David, and how each reveals God’s unfolding plan of redemption.

The New Covenant in Christ’s Blood – Examine how Jesus fulfills and perfects all previous covenants through His sacrificial death and resurrection.

Discover the pre-existence of Christ, His role in creation, and His divine identity revealed throughout Scripture.

Explore the miracle of the Word becoming flesh — the union of divine and human natures in the person of Jesus.

Understand the significance of the crucifixion as the center of God’s redemptive plan and the ultimate expression of divine love.

The Apostolic and Early Church – Study the origins of Christianity, the ministry of the apostles, the growth of the early Church under persecution, and the writings of the Church Fathers.

The Rise of Christendom – Examine the legalization of Christianity, the formation of creeds, church councils, and the establishment of the Church within the Roman Empire.

The Reformation and Renewal Movements – Explore the causes and impact of the Protestant Reformation, the Catholic Counter-Reformation, and later renewal movements that reshaped Christian thought and practice.

What Is the Gospel? – Define the true meaning of the gospel from Scripture and distinguish it from common cultural misconceptions or distortions.

The Story of Redemption – Trace the overarching biblical narrative of God’s plan—from creation and the fall to the redemption accomplished through Jesus Christ.

The Person and Work of Christ – Study the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus as the central act of God’s saving grace and victory over sin.

Authorship, Audience, and Purpose – Examine the historical background, intended readers, and theological motivations behind the writing of Hebrews.

The Supremacy of Christ – Study how Hebrews exalts Jesus as greater than angels, Moses, Aaron, and the entire sacrificial system of the Old Covenant.

Christ as Our Great High Priest – Explore the priestly ministry of Jesus, His once-for-all sacrifice, and His ongoing intercession for believers.

The Bible as God’s Living Word – Discover what the Bible is, how it was written and preserved, and why it is the final authority for faith and practice.

Principles of Interpretation (Hermeneutics) – Learn how to interpret Scripture faithfully by considering context, audience, language, and the unity of the biblical message.

Tools for Effective Bible Study – Explore practical study methods such as word studies, cross-referencing, outlining, and using concordances or commentaries.

Discover how the Old Testament reveals God as Creator, Redeemer, and Covenant Keeper.

Explore God’s unchanging faithfulness through His covenants with Abraham, Moses, and David.

Understand the purpose of the Law and how it prepares the way for the ultimate grace found in Christ.

Examine Paul’s dramatic conversion and what it reveals about God’s redemptive power and calling.

Follow Paul’s journeys across the Roman Empire and learn how he established thriving churches through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Study Paul’s theology of grace, justification, and the cross — the foundation of New Testament faith.

The Person and Nature of the Holy Spirit – Discover the Holy Spirit as the third Person of the Trinity—fully divine, personal, and active throughout Scripture and history.

The Work of the Spirit in Salvation and Sanctification – Study how the Spirit convicts of sin, regenerates the believer, and produces holiness and maturity in the Christian life.

The Baptism and Filling of the Holy Spirit – Understand the biblical foundation, purpose, and evidences of Spirit baptism and continual empowerment for service.