ITP 203: Systematic Theology II

The Doctrines of Christ, Salvation, and the Holy Spirit

Course Description

Welcome to ITP 203! This course continues our journey into systematic theology, building directly upon the foundations laid in ITP 202. Where the first course focused on God, His Word, and humanity, this course moves to the very heart of the Christian faith. We will conduct an in-depth study of three essential doctrines: Christology (the person and work of Jesus Christ), Soteriology (the doctrine of salvation), and Pneumatology (the person and work of the Holy Spirit). Prepare to gain a richer and more profound understanding of who Jesus is, what He has done for us, and how the Holy Spirit works in our lives and in the Church today.

Course Structure

This course is composed of five chapters, each building upon the last to provide a comprehensive understanding of these core doctrines. Each chapter includes a detailed summary, five in-depth lessons, a chapter test, and an optional “Deep Dive” for further study. The course culminates in a final course test.

• Course: Syllabus + Interactive Syllabus + 5 Chapters + Course Test
• Chapter: Summary + 5 Lessons + Chapter Test + Deep Dive

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Articulate the Person of Christ: Explain the biblical basis for the full humanity and full deity of Jesus Christ and defend the doctrine of the hypostatic union.
• Analyze the Work of Christ: Define and evaluate the key aspects of Christ’s atoning work, including various historical theories and the significance of His resurrection and ascension.
• Detail the Process of Salvation: Outline the logical order of salvation (ordo salutis), explaining key concepts like regeneration, justification, sanctification, and glorification.
• Understand the Holy Spirit: Describe the personhood and deity of the Holy Spirit and articulate His distinct roles in the Old Testament, the life of Christ, and the Church.
• Engage with the Spirit’s Ministry: Differentiate between the fruit of the Spirit and the gifts of the Spirit, explaining their purpose and function in the life of the believer and the corporate body.

Course Outline

Chapter 1: The Person of Jesus Christ (Christology)

• Lesson 1: The Pre-existence, Prophecies, and Incarnation of Christ
• Lesson 2: The Humanity of Christ: “The Son of Man”
• Lesson 3: The Deity of Christ: “The Son of God”
• Lesson 4: The Hypostatic Union: Two Natures in One Person
• Lesson 5: The Threefold Office of Christ: Prophet, Priest, and King

Chapter 2: The Work of Jesus Christ (Atonement)

• Lesson 1: The Atoning Death of Christ: An Introduction
• Lesson 2: Penal Substitutionary Atonement: The Heart of the Gospel
• Lesson 3: Exploring Other Facets of the Cross: Christus Victor, Ransom, and Moral Influence
• Lesson 4: The Resurrection: Victory Over Death
• Lesson 5: The Ascension and Session of Christ: Our Heavenly High Priest

Chapter 3: The Doctrine of Salvation (Soteriology)

• Lesson 1: The Order of Salvation: God’s Plan for Our Redemption
• Lesson 2: Grace, Election, and Effectual Calling
• Lesson 3: Regeneration, Conversion (Faith and Repentance), and Union with Christ
• Lesson 4: Justification, Adoption, and the Believer’s Security
• Lesson 5: Sanctification and Perseverance: Growing in Grace

Chapter 4: The Person and Ministry of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology I)

• Lesson 1: The Deity and Personhood of the Holy Spirit
• Lesson 2: The Work of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament and the Life of Christ
• Lesson 3: The Work of the Holy Spirit in Salvation
• Lesson 4: The Baptism in the Holy Spirit: Power for Witness
• Lesson 5: The Indwelling, Sealing, and Filling of the Spirit

Chapter 5: The Manifestations of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology II)

• Lesson 1: The Fruit of the Spirit: The Character of the Believer
• Lesson 2: The Gifts of the Spirit: An Introduction to the Charismata
• Lesson 3: The Revelatory Gifts (Prophecy, Tongues, Interpretation, Word of Wisdom/Knowledge)
• Lesson 4: The Power Gifts (Faith, Healing, Miracles)
• Lesson 5: The Service Gifts (Serving, Teaching, Leadership, Mercy)

Assessments & Grading

• Chapter Quizzes: Short quizzes will follow each lesson to assess comprehension.
• Chapter Tests: A test at the end of each of the five chapters will review the material covered.
• Final Course Test: A comprehensive final exam will cover the key ideas from all five chapters.
• Passing Requirement: To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a score of 80% or higher on each of the five Chapter Tests and the Final Course Test.