A systematic study of the Christian faith from a uniquely Wesleyan-Holiness perspective with emphasis on the doctrines of God, humanity, sin, and the person and work of Jesus Christ. Related areas covered will be revelation, the inspiration and authority of Scripture, the Trinity, creation, and the atonement. Prerequisite: Introduction to Christian Thought.

The following learning goals will be achieved by this course:

1. To articulate the biblical doctrines of God, humanity, sin, and the person and work of Jesus Christ.
2. To identify the main Wesleyan distinctive relevant for each of the above four areas of this course.
3. To relate these theological concepts to practical living and ministry.

The following are competencies for Ministry as outlined in the Sourcebook for Ministerial Development that will be addressed in this course:

1. Ability to articulate the Nazarene Articles of Faith. (CN-7)
2. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of theological reflection including its sources, its historical development, and its Wesleyan contemporary expressions. (CN-8)

Introduction to Christian Thought.