Systematic Theology II With John Guido
Theology II covers three doctrinal topics; Bibliology, Anthropology and Hamartiology. Bibliology (the nature and structure of the Bible) explores the concepts of general and special revelation, the development of the Canon, the inspiration, inerrancy, and infallibility of Scripture as well as its authority, sufficiency, clarity, and necessity. We will look at rules for interpretation and two important Bible study methods. Hamartiology (the doctrine of sin) examines the origin, effects, and consequences of sin and looks at how to confront sin in our lives and in the church. In Biblical Anthropology (the nature of human beings and their relationship with God) we will study man being made in the image of God, man’s constitution and man being created as male and female.
Each of our Theology courses are designed to stand alone. It is helpful but not necessary to have taken Theology I before taking this course.
Course Details
INSTRUCTOR: John Guido
John Guido and his wife Marilyn have served in Ecuador since 1988. They planted and pastor in a church in Cuenca, Ecuador with many community ministries. The work includes a hospital, Christian school, an FM radio station, after school programs for underprivileged children, and medical missions’ outreaches. John has pastored five congregations and was instrumental in planting 12 churches in Ecuador and Peru. He is one of the founding team members and currently serves as the presiding elder of Arco Ministries. He is also a member of the Coordinating Team of Alliance International Ministries. In addition to 47 years of ministry experience, John has a master’s degree in leadership development from Azusa Pacific University. He has 3 children and 9 grandchildren.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
- Develop a practical understanding of the theological themes of Bibliology, Hamartiology, and Anthropology.
- Explore the diverse beliefs held by the church fathers and within the orthodox streams in the body of Christ.
- Strengthen the student’s faith while deepening the understanding of the faith of others.
- Improve the student’s ability to Identify and resist heresy while manifesting the newness that Christ has for His people with today’s significant cultural changes.
- Develop a personal theological position on one of the main topics to be covered in this course.
COURSE FORMAT
This directed study format enables you to receive college level instruction while studying at home. (Note, AIM Institute does not offer accredited college credits.)
Course elements include:
- Weekly video assignments
- Required textbook reading assignments
- Contact time with the instructor and classmates by means of a weekly Zoom debrief classroom.
- Study questions are for your personal benefit as well as preparation for the weekly debrief.
- Course will be graded as pass or fail. Bear in mind your weekly preparation will have a direct bearing on how much you gain from the course.
