Wesleyan-Arminian Theology
SYTH 510
Summary
Explore the Wesleyan-Arminian Theology course and what you can expect to learn through the semester.
Course Overview
Wesleyan-Arminian Theology is a systematic study of theological themes in the tradition of Jacob Arminius and Reformed theology and that tradition’s appropriation and development in the Wesleyan tradition.
Major themes include sin, grace, free will, and salvation.
Textbooks
- See the current booklist.
Professor: Dr. David Fry
Assignment Overview
Every week, the class will meet for a live video lecture and discussion.
Students will write and present a book review in class.
Weekly reading assignments will supplement the lectures and provide material for discussion.
Each student will write a theological interpretation of a passage of Scripture important to Wesleyan-Arminian theology.
Intended Outcomes
Students will appreciate
- the benefits of Wesleyan-Arminian theologians to the church today.
- the various traditions within Wesleyan-Arminianism.
Students will be able to
- Give a clear articulation of what it means to be Wesleyan-Arminian.
- Respond to a critical evaluation of Wesleyan-Arminianism.
- Identify the various systematic understandings of Christian holiness within the Wesleyan tradition.
Students will know
- How Wesleyan-Arminian theology is shaped by key Scriptural passages.
- How Wesleyan-Arminian theology is grounded in historic Christian faith.
- The core theological marks of Wesleyan-Arminian theology.