Unit 3_ God, Christology, and Salvation History

  • Definition: One God in three persons—Father, Son, Holy Spirit, distinct yet one.

  • Biblical Foundations: Trinitarian references in both Testaments.

Historical Development of Trinitarian Doctrine

  • Early Church contributions and key councils shaping official doctrine (e.g., Council of Nicaea).

The Persons of the Trinity

  • God the Father: Creator, eternal, paternal figure.

  • God the Son: Fully God and human, fulfilled prophecies.

  • Holy Spirit: Sanctifier, advocate, and sustainer of faith.

Christology and the Trinity

  • Importance of understanding the nature of Christ within the context of the Trinity for faith development.

Lesson 3: Creation and the Human Person

  • Creation Accounts: Genesis stories highlight humanity’s purpose and divine image.

  • Nature of Humanity: Created imago Dei (in God's image), role within creation.

Lesson 4: The Fall

  • Significance of the Fall: Introduction of Original Sin and its implications on humanity’s relationship with God.

Lesson 5: The New Testament

  • Understanding the Gospels and their significance in the context of redemption and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.

Lesson 6: Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

  • The significance of Jesus' baptism and temptation in understanding His mission and our faith journey.

Lesson 7: Jesus’ Early Ministry

  • Kingdom of God: Understanding Jesus' teachings and actions related to the Kingdom of God and its relevance today.

Lesson 8: Jesus as a Teacher

  • Exploration of Jesus’ teaching methods through parables, highlighting moral and ethical lessons.

Lesson 9: The Sermon on the Mount

  • Key teachings emphasize values such as compassion, forgiveness, and fulfillment of the law.

Lesson 10: Jesus the Miracle Worker

  • Miracles in Jesus' Ministry: Identification of miracle types and their significance in revealing Jesus' identity and God's presence.

Lesson 11: Titles for Jesus

  • Understanding the various titles ascribed to Jesus and their significance within the context of Christian theology.

Lesson 12: The Transfiguration

  • The event highlights key aspects of Jesus’ divine identity and serves as a foundation for understanding faith and transformation.