ASSEMBLIES OF GOD THEOLOGICAL SEMINARYTHE 532 Systematic Theology IIJames H. Railey, Jr. Spring 2002COURSE SYLLABUSCOURSE DESCRIPTIONAn overview of the theological areas of pneumatology, soteriology, ecclesiology, andeschatology.COURSE OBJECTIVESUpon the completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated in classroom discussions,examinations, and papers1. a basic familiarity with the language and concepts of the theological topics which are thefocus of this course;2. an understanding of the evangelical formulations of these theological topics within thelarger context of contemporary theological discussion and development;3. comprehension of the unique contributions and challenges of the Pentecostal tradition tothe formulation of these theological topics;4. an acceptable grasp of the biblical foundations for the expression of these theologicaltopics; and,5. an understanding of the relationship of theology to the ministry of the Church in themodern age.TEXTBOOKS Need to get your books? (www link to AGTS bookstore)Erickson, Millard J. Christian Theology. 2d ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1998.Horton, Stanley M., ed. Systematic Theology: A Pentecostal Perspective. Revised Edition.Springfield, MO: Logion Press, 1995.RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKHarvey, Van A. A Handbook of Theological Terms. New York, NY: The Macmillan Co., 1964.COURSE OUTLINEI. Pneumatology (1/8-1/24)A. The person of the Holy SpiritB. The deity of the Holy SpiritC. The works of the Holy SpiritD. The baptism in the Holy SpiritE. The fruit of the Holy SpiritTHE 532 Systematic Theology IIJames H. Railey, Jr.Page 2F. The gifts of the Holy SpiritII. Soteriology (1/29-2/14)A. The Holy Spirit in salvationB. GraceC. ElectionD. ConversionE. JustificationF. RegenerationG. Union with ChristH. AdoptionI. SanctificationJ. PerseveranceK. Means of graceMIDTERM EXAMINATION–TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19III. Ecclesiology (2/26-3/26)A. Meaning and uses of the word churchB. The nature of the churchC. The inauguration of the churchD. The organization of the churchE. The ministry of the churchF. The ordinances of the churchIV. Eschatology (3/28-4/18)A. Individual eschatology1. Death2. Immortality of the soul3. The intermediate stateB. General eschatology1. Rapture views2. Millennial views3. Resurrection(s)4. Judgment(s)5. Eternal stateFINAL EXAMINATION–THURSDAY, APRIL 25 (7:30-10:00 A.M.)METHODOLOGYThe primary method of instruction will be the lecture, with ample time devoted to the discussionof the ideas gleaned from the assigned readings. The student will be expected to take notesconsistently during the sessions.COURSE REQUIREMENTS1. The student is expected to attend all class sessions. Absences should be for extremeTHE 532 Systematic Theology IIJames H. Railey, Jr.Page 3circumstances only. The limits established by the Seminary will be observed. ("Barringa serious medical emergency, credit cannot be granted for courses in which a student hasbeen absent beyond the equivalent of more than 2 weeks" - Catalog, 70.)2. The student should complete all of the readings indicated on the attached sheet as thetopics are discussed in the classroom.3. The student should sustain successfully a midterm and final exam covering the lecturematerial and the assigned readings. The final exam will not be comprehensive. Examsmay not be taken late unless an emergency has necessitated the absence. Both will beessay exams and will be given on the following dates: Midterm exam – February 19,2002; Final exam - April 25, 2002 (7:30 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.).4. The student will submit a ten-page research paper on a topic germane to the course. Theinstructor must approve the topic. The paper should conform to the format in Kate L.Turabian, A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations (currentedition), employing footnotes to document source usage. (Note: students in thecounseling programs may use the author-date format of chapter 10, “ParentheticalReferences and Reference Lists”). The paper should make use of ten to twelve sources,no more than one-half of which may be from Internet sources, and will be graded ongrammar, composition, form, and content. The paper is due April 4, 2002. Late workwill receive a grade penalty commensurate with the lateness.GRADING PROCEDUREExaminations 67%Term Paper 33%Grades are recorded and averaged on the basis of the following grade scale: A=12; A-=11;B+=10; B=9; B-=8; C+=7; C=6; C-=5; D+=4; D=3; D-=2; F=1.All assigned work for the course must be submitted for the student to receive a passing grade forthe course. The grade of I (Incomplete) will be granted only for extenuating circumstances uponthe written request of the student. Except in the case of severe extenuating circumstances thecourse grade will be reduced by one letter grade.SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHYGeneralAulen, Gustaf. The Faith of the Christian Church. Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1960.Berkhof, Hendrikus. Christian Faith; An Introduction to the Study of the Faith. Grand Rapids:Wm. B. Eerdmans, 1979.Davis, John Jefferson. Theology Primer. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1981.DeWolf, L. H. A Theology of the Living Church. New York: Harper and Row, 1963.Elwell, Walter A., ed. Evangelical Dictionary of Theology. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House,THE 532 Systematic Theology IIJames H. Railey, Jr.Page 41984.Enns, Paul. The Moody Handbook of Theology. Chicago: Moody Press, 1989.Henry, Carl F. H. God, Revelation, and Authority. 6 vols. Waco, Texas: Word, 1976-1983.________. ed. Fundamentals of the Faith. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1969.Hodge. A. A. Outlines of Theology. First published in 1860. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1972.Johnson, Alan F. and Robert E. Webber. What Christians Believe: A Biblical and HistorialSummary. Grand Rapids, MI: Academie/Zondervan, 1989.Leith, John H., ed. Creeds of the Churches. Third ed. Louisville, KY: John Knox, 1982.Mullins, E. Y. The Christian Religion in Its Doctrinal Expression. Philadelphia: Judson Press,1917.Schleiermacher, Friedrich. The Christian Faith. 2 vols. First published in 1821-1822. NewYork: Harper and Row, 1963.Stevens, W. W. Doctrines of the Christian Religion. Grand Rapids: Wm. Eerdmans, 1967.Warfield, B. B. Biblical and Theological Studies. Philadelphia: Presbyterian and Reformed,1952.ArminianArminius James. The Works of James Arminius. Trans. James Nichols and William Nichols(The London Edition). Intro. Carl Bangs. Reprint. Grand Rapids: