Rev. Paul R. Shockley, Th.M, M.A. College of Biblical Studies7000 Regency Square Blvd. Summer 2009Suite 210 281-499-6540 (H)Houston, Texas 77036-3298 713-785-5995 (W)www.cbshouston.edu

paul.shockley@cbshouston.eduwww.prshockley.org Office Hours: By Appointment.Tuesday PM Class 6:30pm-9:30pm.

THEOLOGY 301: GOD, BIBLE, AND CHRIST MAY- AUGUST 2009

“The more this truth [Word of God] is brought before the mind, the more we commune with it, entering into its import, applying it to our

own case, appropriating its principles, appreciating its motives, rejoicing in its promises, trembling at its threatenings, rising by its

influence from what is seen and temporal to what is unseen and eternal; the more may we expect to be transformed by the renewing

of our mind so as to approve and love whatever is holy, just, and good. Men [and women] distinguished for their piety have ever been men of meditation as well as men of prayer; men accustomed to withdraw the

mind from the influence of the world with its thousand joys and sorrows, and to bring it under the influence of the doctrines, precepts, and promises of the Word of God.” ~ Dr. Charles Hodge

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A systematic presentation of biblical theology in the areas of Bibliology (the inspiration and authority of the Bible), Theology Proper (the person & attributes of God the Father), and Christology (the person & work of Jesus Christ).

II. COURSE OBJECTIVES (cognitive, affective, and behavioral):

A. Overall objective: Upon completion of this course, successful students will be able to articulate personal convictions rooted in an understanding of concepts, presuppositions, philosophical bases and worldviews that have been examined in light of biblical principles:

B. To familiarize students with the basic biblical and systematic theology in the areas of Prolegomena, Bibliology, Theology

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Proper, and Christology. Students should be able to articulate these systems in the classroom and identify them in private and public discourse.

C. To enable students to develop an informed and coherent biblical model of theology by which to operate. This will develop largely by attempting to apply biblical precepts, principles and examples to a variety of situations. The students' skills in doing this will be exemplified in classroom participation and exercises.

D. To familiarize students with the most pressing and critical theological issues confronting the church and society, so they will be equipped to take and defend a biblical position both in the Christian community and the secular arena. Students' proficiency in this will be demonstrated in class discussions, essays, reading reports, and final cumulative examinations, but the ultimate test will be outside of the classroom, in the student's daily life.

E. To challenge students to address theological doctrines not in an abstract or impersonal sense, but to practically apply them in specific compassionate Christ-centered actions.

F. To equip and motivate students toward a lifetime of communicating biblical, systematic theological values to their families, churches, communities and other spheres of influence.

III. TEXTBOOKS:

A. Required:

Charles C. Ryrie, Basic Theology (Chicago: Moody Press, 1986, 1999).

H. Wayne House, Charts of Christian Theology and Doctrine (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1992).

B. B. Warfield, The Religious Life of the Theological Student (Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing, 1911).

B. Suggested:

Evangelical Dictionary of Theology, edited by Walter Elwell (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1984).* Prefer 1st edition.

Lewis S. Chafer, Systematic Theology, 4 vols (Grand Rapids: Kregel, 1996).

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Millard Erickson J. Christian Theology, 2nd ed. (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1998).

Norman Geisler, Baker’s Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1999).

_____, ed. Inerrancy (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1979).

______ & William E. Nix. A General Introduction to the Bible: Revised and Expanded (Grand Rapids: Moody, 1968, 1986).*

Wayne Grudem, Systematic Theology (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1994).

Robert P. Lightner, Handbook of Evangelical Theology (Grand Rapids: Kregel, 1995).

Charles C. Ryrie, Dispensationalism: Revised and Expanded (Chicago: Moody Press, 1995.

Charles Spurgeon, Lectures to My Students: Complete and Unabridged (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1954).

John F. Walvoord, Jesus Christ Our Lord (Chicago: Moody Press, 1969).

The Theological Wordbook: The 200 Most Important Theological Terms and Their Relevance for Today by Don Campbell, Wendell Johnson, John Walvoord, and John Witmer (Nashville: Word Publishing, 2000).

IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

A. THREE DEFINITION ESSAYS:

1. You will write two definition papers in this course. Each definition paper will be examined on the basis of quality, precision of words, and justification.

a. You will define God and defend His existence. This will be your first paper. I don’t care about the amount of pages. Rather, you will be graded on quality of your definition, justification of your definition, and sources used to assist you in your definition. However, you must follow format as dictated in syllabus or you will be penalized. More information regarding what is needed for this definition paper is available on website: www.prshockley.org. Once there go to the folder on top of home page that states, ‘College of Biblical Studies.” Once there, scroll down to

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appropriate handout. No extensions, exemptions, or exceptions will be granted for this course is time sensitive; assignment is due at beginning of class # 6. You will need to memorize your definition and defend it on your final exam.

b. You will define and defend verbal plenary inspiration of Scripture. This will be your second definition paper. I don’t care about the amount of pages. Rather, you will be graded on quality of your definition, justification of your definition, and sources used to assist you in your definition. Once again, more information regarding what is needed for this definition paper is available on website: www.prshockley.org under “College of Biblical Studies.” However, you must follow format as dictated in syllabus or you will be penalized. No extensions, exemptions, or exceptions will be granted for this course is time sensitive; it is due at beginning of class # 10. You will need to memorize your definition and defend it on your final exam.

c. On your final exam you will be asked to define and defend the Hypostatic Union/Theanthropic nature of Jesus Christ. You will need to memorize your definition and defend it on your final exam. Though it will be part of your final, I will grade the definition on the basis of quality and ability to defend it. Library assignment is not required.

2. Format specific: Each of your two definition papers (and extra-credit paper) must have the following format:

a. Title and specific number of Chapter:

b. Double space

c. 1 inch margins

d. Font: Romans or New Times Only.

e. Size of font: 12

f. Footnotes, no endnotes.

g. Bibliography of every source consulted. You are not allowed to use any aspect of internet to assist or complete two papers whatsoever. On the other hand, you are allowed to use electronic database of articles at the school’s library. The librarians stand ready to assist you. Your bibliography will therefore include printed sources and/or articles gleaned from CBS electronic database. Use of internet means automatic zero (00).

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B. FINAL CUMULATIVE EXAM:

1. This exam will involve important theological terms, re-articulation of your definition essays, central Scripture references, required readings, and other material as deemed appropriate by professor. At end of syllabus is review sheet to assist you for the final exam which will be given last day of class.

2. This exam will also include a new definition which you will need to write and defend: The Hypostatic Union of Jesus Christ.

C. CLASSROOM PARTICIPATION:

1. Every student is expected to actively participate in class exercises, do required reading, and pro-actively engage material.

2. You will need to go to library to read certain articles that correlate with your syllabus. You will be tested on the readings on your final exam. Therefore, summarize your readings (as you read them) for review as you prepare for final exam.

3. Failure to complete all required reading will reduce your final grade up to 33%. However, if you complete required reading that doesn’t mean that you automatically have earned 33%. You must actively engage in the material, classroom exercises, and discussion.

4. Because this course is time-sensitive, be sure to only ask questions or comments that are relevant at-hand. Do not dominate class discussion.

5. Punctuality is expected. Remember, “character” is the sum-total of your habits.

6. Every class you attend you must sign attendance book. This book will be located at the back of the class. You must sign your name in print (not cursive), include time you arrived, and next to your name record the percentage you read in view of required readings for that day. If you leave early from class you must sign book again citing the time you leave. Failure to comply could mean a reduction of 33% to your final grade.

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V. COURSE POLICIES:

A. Weight Given to Course Requirements for Grading:

1. Final Exam: 60%

2. Definition Paper on God: 15%

3. Definition Paper on Inspiration: 15%

4. Active Participation/Reading/Attendance in Class: 10%

5. Any student wishing to earn extra credit may do so by reading books from the recommended book list. Once read, you must submit a 10-12 page paper summarizing the content of the book (following Turabian format); I’m only looking for the facts. You will conclude your paper with a summary on how the content read became applicable to your life.

a. Same format used for essays is expected here as well (no exceptions).

b. No use of internet is allowed to complete any aspect of this extra credit reading report. Failure to follow this instruction results in receiving no credit whatsoever.

c. A maximum of 10 extra credit points can be earned towards your final course grade. All papers for potential extra credit must be submitted to the professor on or before 13th class.

6. Your professor has the right to alter the requirements or grading at his discretion. The schedule of assignments and lecture material is subject to change at the professor’s discretion.

B. Class Participation:

1. Class participation is expected. All students are required to be present for announced exams and on day definition essays are due. Because of the nature of this course, it is in your best interest to attend class and engage material.

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2. Always be sensitive to the topics at hand, professor, and fellow students. We only have so much time to cover the material prepared for that day of lecture (no rabbit trail conversations, please).

3. Since this is a course on college level, be sure to write down lecture notes; it is your responsibility to keep good notes. My basic lecture notes are available for download at my website: www.prshockley.org. Once there, you may download powerpoint presentations under the folder, “Systematic Theology.”

4. If you miss a particular class, be sure to ask your fellow student for a copy of his or her notes.

5. In case you misplace your syllabus, you are welcome to download additional copies from my website: www.prshockley.org. Once there, go to the folder at the top of website that states “College of Biblical Studies.” Once there, scroll down and you will find syllabus and other relevant information.

C. Attendance:

1. Students are expected to attend all classes in which they are enrolled. 2. Students are allowed to miss 20% of all class time without

penalty (no more than 3 absences).3. Absences totaling more than 20% of class time will result

in an automatic “F”4. If you are more than 30 minutes late to class you will be

counted as absent for that particular class.5. Please do not be tardy to class; it is discourteous to both students and

professor.

D. Late Assignments:

1. You are required to be present at beginning of class for final exam and when class definition papers are due.

2. Any missed exam or scheduled due date for definition paper without a cogent documented excuse will be counted numerically as a zero (00). This is considerably

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lower than an average F.

3. You are required to submit your extra credit before or on class # 13 (at the beginning of class.

E. Attendance:

1. Students are expected to attend all classes in which they are enrolled.

2. Students are allowed to miss 20% of all class time without penalty (no more than 3 absences).

3. Absences totaling more than 20% of class time will result in an automatic “F”

4. If you are more than 30 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent for that particular class.

5. Please do not be tardy to class; it is discourteous to both students and professor.

F. Letter/Numerical Grade Scale:

A+ 99-100 B+ 92-93 C+ 83-85 D+ 73-74 F 0-69A 96-98 B 89-91 C 79-82 D 71-72A- 94-95 B- 86-88 C- 75-78 D- 70

VI. COURSE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

A. Classes will involve a blend of lecture, interaction, and guided class discussion. Students are expected to be attentive not only to the instructor but to each other. Active participation in the classroom will greatly enhance each student's benefits from the course. Students should be aware that the instructor will sometimes argue for positions he does not believe, or argue against positions he does believe, in order to motivate and challenge students to develop and articulate biblical, theological, and moral convictions. Your professor unequivocally affirms the doctrinal statement of the College of Biblical Studies.

B. Class Schedule (subject to change depending upon nature of class) with Reading Requirements.

PROLEGOMENA: PRELIMINARY REMARKS:

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05 May: CLASS # 1: Introduction to the Importance of Knowing and applying Theology. What is a Christian Worldview? Required reading of B. B. Warfield’s, Religious Life of the

Theological Student

Required reading of Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pp. 9-15.

The above readings are due by 2nd Class.

12 May: CLASS # 2: Prolegomena (Preliminary Remarks), Hermeneutics, And Dispensationalism.

Required reading: Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pp. 16-38.

Required reading: Charles Spurgeon, Lectures to My Students [Complete and Unabridged Edition), chapter 1: “The Minister’s Self-Watch,” pp. 7-21.You can find book at CBS library.

The above readings are due by 2nd class.

THE DOCTRINE OF THEOLOGY PROPER:

Continuation of prolegomena and introduction to Theology Proper.

19 May: CLASS # 3: The Existence of God and Opposing Worldviews.

Required reading: “Preface” in Lewis S. Chafer’s Systematic Theology, vol. 1: Prolegomena, Bibliology, & Theology Proper. pp. v-xxxviii. You can find book at CBS library

Required reading of Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology, pp. 21-37. Find book at CBS library.

The above readings are due before 3rd class begins.

Library Research Assignment.

Go to the CBS library and collect 10 definitions of God by 10 different authors. Prepare to turn in list of 10 definitions with full bibliographical data (including page number). Bibliographical data should include name of author, title of text, and page number. Within parenthesis include location of publisher, name of publisher, and copyright data. Conform your bibliographical data to the following example:

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Charles Ryrie, Basic Theology (Chicago: Moody Press, 1986, 1999), 39.

Be sure your 10 definitions are concerned with the ways God is defined. Carefully, critically, and meditatively examine the words they use to define God as you think about your definition.

I recommend examining the definitions found in systematic theology texts at the CBS library. Use of internet or electronic software is not allowed.

Be sure to include proper cover sheet.

Make this research assignment an expression of worship to God!

Submit these definitions at the beginning of class # 4.

You are not allowed to exchange or share definitions with other students. You must do the research yourself.

26 May: CLASS # 4: A Defense of the Existence of God: Major rational and evidential arguments for the existence of God based upon natural theology including the following:

Cosmological (various versions)TeleologicalObjective Moral LawReligious NeedArgument from JoyInnate Idea ArgumentAnthopic PrincipleIntelligent Design vs. Scientific CreationismLanguageBeauty Submit your research assignment.

Ryrie, Basic Theology, pp. 39-57. You are required to read these pages twice in order to complete this assignment; it must be completed before class 4 begins.

02 June: CLASS # 5: The Person of God the Father and the Doctrine of the Trinity.

Watch video debate regarding the existence of God

Required reading: “The 5 Ways” by Thomas Aquinas. I will

distribute article by class 4.

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Required reading: Ryrie, Basic Theology, chapter 8: ‘The

Triunity of God.” Reading must be completed before class 5

begins.

Take Home Essay available on website:

www.prshockley.org.

THE DOCTRINE OF BIBLIOLOGY:

09 June: CLASS # 6: Special Revelation and Introduction to the doctrine

of inspiration.

Take Home Essay is due at the beginning of class #

6.

Go to the CBS library and collect 10 definitions of inspiration (of Scripture) by 10 different authors. Prepare to turn in list of 10 definitions with full bibliographical data (including page number). Bibliographical data should include name of author, title of text, and page number. Within parenthesis include location of publisher, name of publisher, and copyright data. Conform your bibliographical data to the following example:

Charles Ryrie, Basic Theology (Chicago: Moody Press, 1986, 1999), 39.

Be sure your 10 definitions are concerned with the ways the Bible is defined as being inspired. Carefully, critically, and meditatively examine the words authors’ use to define inspiration as you think about your definition.

I recommend examining the definitions found in systematic theology texts at the CBS library. Use of internet or electronic software is not allowed.

Be sure to include proper cover sheet.

Make this research assignment an expression of worship to God!

Submit these definitions at the beginning of class # 7.

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You are not allowed to exchange or share definitions with other students. You must do the research yourself.

16 June: CLASS # 7: Doctrine of Inspiration Continues.

Views of Inspiration.

The Indestructibility of the Bible film series.

Introduction to Verbal, Plenary Inspiration.

Required reading from Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pp. 71-86. Reading is due before beginning of class # 7.

23 June: CLASS # 8: Introduction to the Doctrine of Inerrancy.

The Indestructibility of the Bible film series cont.

Required reading from Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pp. 87-118. Reading is due before beginning of class # 8.

30 June: CLASS # 9: Difficulties Regarding Inerrancy of Scripture.

Implications of Inerrancy & Canonicity, Preservation of the Scripture, & Translation Theory.

Second Take Home Exam available on www.prshockley.org.

Required reading from Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pp. 119-34 is due before beginning of class # 9.

HAPPY 4th JULY!!!!07 July: CLASS # 10: Conclusion to Inerrancy, Inspiration,

Canonicity, Preservation, and Integrity of the Bible.

Film by Ravi Zacharias regarding the biblical authority.

Required reading from Norman Geisler, Baker’s Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics, pp. 74-96. The readings include the following entries (topics):

- Bible, Alleged Errors in.- Bible, Canonicity of.- Bible, Criticism- Bible, Evidence for.

You can find book at CBS library.

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Second take home essay is due at beginning of class.

NO CLASS ON JULY 14, 2009

DOCTRINE OF CHRISTOLOGY:

21 July: CLASS # 11: Introduction to the Doctrine of Christology.

Preincarnation; Incarnation; the Hypostatic Union of Christ; Creed of Chalcedon. Required reading from Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pages 273-

306. This reading is required before class begins. Guest speaker. Professor will be out of town attending

conference.28 July: CLASS # 12: The Doctrine of Kenosis

Sinlessness of Jesus Christ.Impeccability vs. PeccabilityDivine ConsciousnessThe “will” or “wills” of Jesus Christ.Begin working on your definition and defense for of Jesus Christ which will be on final exam. No library assignment is required. I will show you a chart to assist you in your defense of Christ.Required reading from Ryrie’s Basic Theology, pages 307-316. This reading is due before class # 12 begins.

04 August: CLASS # 13: Conclusion:

Video debate regarding the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ with William Lane Craig.

All extra-credit papers are due by beginning of class # 13.

11 August: CLASS # 14: IN-CLASS FINAL CUMULATIVE EXAM.

C. Other Important Matters:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Students with a disability who believe they need an adjustment in this class are encouraged to contact the Division for Student and Enrollment Services by telephone at 832-252-4685 or 4620, as soon as possible. The office will process your request and include the

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decision in a letter directed to my attention. Please present the letter to me so that we may discuss adjustments for this class. Plagiarism: Students who plagiarize (copy material from other sources without citing references) are committing a very serious offense. Those who plagiarize may be subject to grade reduction, discipline and/or dismissal from CBS. Add/Drop/Withdrawal: All students who add or drop a class, withdraw from a class, change class section, or change status between credit and audit must give official notice. All ADCP students must contact their Academic Advisor to complete a Change of Status Form. All other students must complete a Change of Status Form with the Registrar’s Office.Financial Aid: Students who are receiving federal, state, or institutional financial aid who withdraw or add hours during the semester may have their financial aid adjusted because of the withdrawal or addition. This change in schedule may affect the aid they are receiving during the current semester, and could affect their eligibility for aid in future semesters.Final Course Grades: Final course grades provided to a student by a faculty member may not be relied upon as official. Students may access their official final grades online through the SonisWeb System. The Registrar’s Office will only mail grades to a student upon request. All accounts must be paid in full before a student can receive transcripts. According to FERPA rulings, faculty may not provide final grade information to students via telephone, email, posting or any other source which might compromise student confidentiality.Children in Classes and Unaccompanied Children The College does not permit children under sixteen years of age to visit the library or the classroom unless the class is designed for children. Under no circumstances should children be unaccompanied on the property. Any children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian at all times. Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy Classroom disruption by cell phones or other electronic devices is prohibited. All cell phones and similar electronic devices must remain turned off and out of sight for the duration of class. Electronic devices utilized in a learning context, such as laptops and language interpreters, may be permitted at the professor’s discretion. A student may face a zero and/or failure in the class if an electronic device is used for cheating during a test. Cheating at CBS is not tolerated and may result in expulsion.

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D. How to do well in this class: Carefully read assigned books. Bombard your assigned

readings with the following questions: why, where, what, when, who, and so what?

Consider making an outline of the major units of thought in

your readings. As you formulate your outline from the reading, ask yourself the following question: “What do I see?” The more observations you make, the better your interpretation of the author’s position or claim may be. Afterwards ask, “What does it mean?”

After you outline the author’s position/claim go back and see what arguments are being provided to support that position or claim. Keep asking yourself, “What is the issue?” Then consider what objections can be raised against that issue, position, or claim. Lastly, what replies can be given to defend the position or claim against these objections.

You should consult with me as often as possible to make sure you are understanding the material. Do not wait until the day before a test to begin studying. This is not the kind of course for which you can cram and expect to do well. Take advantage of the office hours.

Consider forming study groups to prepare for quizzes and exams.

Make sure you are able to contact another student for lecture material in case you happen to miss a class (es). Once again, I do not distribute my notes.

Ten Strategies for First-Rate Studying:

Read ThoughtfullyRead RepeatedlyRead PatientlyRead PrayerfullyRead MeditativelyRead SelectivelyRead ImaginativelyRead PurposefullyRead AcquisitivelyRead Telescopically

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If you want to improve your reading comprehension skills I would encourage you to purchase Mortimer J. Adler’s informative work, How

to Read a Book.

This syllabus is subject to change as deemed necessary by the instructor to accommodate instructional and/or student needs.

REVIEW FOR COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM

I. Essay questions derived from required reading (as stated by syllabus) (including library reading aassignments)

II. Discussion Questions:

A. Comprehensively define God and give and explain two arguments that support His existence such as cosmological, ontological, teleological, moral, religious need, joy, innate, etc).

B. Comprehensively define and defend (both externally and internally) that the Bible is Verbal, Plenary, inspired (this is more than just giving a general definition of inspiration [You must include in your definition what verbal means (and defend it with Bible passage references) and plenary means (and defend it with Bible passage references).

1. You must give an internal (i.e., what the Bible itself says about inspiration) defense.2. You must give an external (i.e., what sets the Bible apart from all other books in

Western & Eastern Thought) defense.

Comprehensively define and defend the Hypostatic Union/Theanthropic Nature of Jesus Christ.

II. I will choose terms from this list to be on your final exams:ProlegomenaPresuppositionsPreunderstandingsNoetic Effects of SinworldviewOmniscienceGeneral RevelationSpecial RevelationTrinityCosmological Argument for the existence of GodTeleological Argument for the existence of God Religious Need Argument for the existence of GodReligious Joy Argument for the existence of GodInnate Idea Argument for the existence of GodMoral Argument for the existence of God

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ImmutabilityEternalCumulative Case Method of ApologeticsPresuppositional Method of ApologeticsClassical Method of ApologeticsHistorical Method of ApologeticsReformed Epistemological Method of ApologeticsInspirationNatural InspirationDynamic or Mystical InspirationDegree InspirationPartial InspirationConcept InspirationBarthian InspirationInerrancyErrancyLower CriticismHigher CriticismNegative CriticismHistorical CriticismSource CriticismForm CriticismTradition CriticismRedaction CriticismImpeccabilityPeccabilityHermeneuticsKenosisOmnipresenceIlluminationTheismAtheismPolytheismFinite godismPanentheismPantheismDeismChalcedon CreedBiblical TheologySystematic TheologyOmnipotenceEvil

III. Central Passages (40%):(give both chapter and verse where applicable)

Prolegomena: 1 Cor. 2:10-16______.

General Revelation:

Revelation is worldwide and continuous. __________________.Revelation of the wrath of God. __________________.The providence of God. __________________.The goodness of God. __________________.God is intelligent and living. __________________.

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The Living and True God:

His attributes:

Eternality __________________.Immutability __________________.Holiness __________________.Omnipresence __________________.God is light __________________.God is love __________________.God is spirit __________________.

His names:Elohim __________________.Yahweh __________________.

His Triunity:

The unique and uniqueness of God __________________.Suggestion of Trinity __________________.Oneness (name) and threeness __________________.Trinitarian benediction __________________.

The Bible:

Its Inspiration:

Bible is God-breathed __________________.Spirit moved human authors __________________.Deut. 25:4 and Luke 10:7 linked togetheras Scripture __________________.Paul’s writing called “Scripture” __________________.Words of Bible are inspired __________________.

Its Inerrancy:

Every word came from God __________________.Jot and tittle (KJV) __________________.Tense of verb is accurate __________________.Letters of words are accurate __________________.Singular is accurate __________________.

Its Canonicity:

The limits of the O.T. Canon __________________.

Its Illumination:

In understanding the Bible __________________.

Jesus Christ:

His eternality __________________.His Virgin Birth (either two passages will do) __________________.His incarnation __________________.His Deity __________________.

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His humanity (either two passages will do) __________________.His kenosis __________________.His sinlessness (either two passages will do) __________________.His impeccability __________________.His resurrection __________________.His ascension __________________.

IV. Essay questions from all your required readings.

V. Bonus Questions (10%) could be:

Explain the origin of evil.

Reconcile the existence of evil and the goodness of God.

Give three of the better illustrations of the Trinity.

Give a biblical basis for the Trinity as opposed to Modalism.

What are the tests for Canonicity?

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