Toward an apostolic Systematic Theology

Esaias · #1 08-20-2013, 03:10 PM

Systematic theology attempts to present the truth of Scripture in a systematic way. That means the teachings of the Bible are organized according to some kind of logical system of topics or subjects.

There has been, for the longest time, a 'traditional list' of topics which generally follow the topics of dogmatic theology, as exemplified by Melancthon's Loci communes : God; One; Triune; Creation; Man; Man's Powers; Sin; Fruits of Sin, Vices; Punishment; Law; Promises; Restoration by Christ; Grace; Fruits of Grace; Faith; Hope; Charity; Predes..tination; Sacraments; Human Orders; Magistrates; Bishops; Condemnation; Blessedness.

Many systematic theologies have included some type of apologetics in the beginning, either as the first subjects covered or as a sort of prolegoma (sp?) or prologue, thus many theologies begin with 'the authority of Scripture' and/or various proofs for the existence of God, or even (as Finney did) with an epistemology of truth and knowledge and reason itself.

Anyway, I have read Horton's Systematic Theology which is interesting (it is an AoG theology) but honestly not quite up to par with many of the older 19th and 18th century works.

In any event, if one were to develop an apostolic systematic theology, suitable for both students of ministry (aspiring preachers, teachers, theologians, etc) as well as 'lay people' (I hate that term), what would be the suggested topics and their order?

Esaias · #2 08-20-2013, 06:05 PM

Anybody? A simple list will do...lol

stephenroehm · #3 08-23-2013, 08:24 AM

Depravity of Unregenerate Man, Fatherhood of Jesus, Sonship of Jesus, Kingship of Jesus, Lordship of Jesus, Messianic Fulfillment, Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension, Faith, Justification, Redemption, Reconciliation, New Birth, Regeneration, Heavenly Citizenship, Grace, Discipleship, Sonship/Daughtership of the Believer, Brideship of the Believer, Apostolic Priesthood, Millennial Reign.

This is not comprehensive.

kclee4jc · #4 08-23-2013, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by stephenroehm

Depravity of Unregenerate Man, Fatherhood of Jesus, Sonship of Jesus, Kingship of Jesus, Lordship of Jesus, Messianic Fulfillment, Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension, Faith, Justification, Redemption, Reconciliation, New Birth, Regeneration, Heavenly Citizenship, Grace, Discipleship, Sonship/Daughtership of the Believer, Brideship of the Believer, Apostolic Priesthood, Millennial Reign.

This is not comprehensive.

love it

kclee4jc · #5 08-23-2013, 09:15 AM

there are some key points that I don't really agree with Bro. Ensey on..but the Apostolic Theological Forum that he heads up could be a contribution to a Systematic Theology

kclee4jc · #6 08-23-2013, 09:16 AM

The Apostolic Theological Forum was established in 2002 to provide a colloquy where papers on theological subjects coul be presented and discussed. A variety of papers dealing with doctrinal issues, church, government, prophecy and history have been presented each year inthe Forum. This is the first journal published by the Forum.

What Pentecostals Brought To The Theological Table - J. R. Ensey

An Apostolic View Of Grace - E. W. Wheeler
God's Truth - R. Todd Nance

Aspects of Preterism: A Brief Survey of Its Definition, Origin and History - William Chalfant

Baptism "In Jesus'Name" and The New Testament Greek: Preliminary Considerations for the Defense of Baptism In the Name of The Lord Jesus Christ - Talmadge French

Messiah in the Tanakh: Shadows of Divinity in Rabbinical Interpretations of the Hebrew Scriptures - G. Jorge Medina

Ministry and Mission: An Overview of the New Testament Church Government - Steve Pixler

kclee4jc · #7 08-23-2013, 09:17 AM

The Apostolic Theological Forum was established in 2002 to provide a colloquy where papers on theological subjects could be presented and discussed. A variety of papers dealing with doctrinal issues, church, government, prophecy and history have been presented each year in the Forum. This is the second journal published by the Forum.

William Druham's "Finished Word" Theology and the Apostolic Movement - William Chalfant

The Lord is One: A Brief Examination of the Great Shema in the Light of Traditional Jewish Scholarship - Peter F. Connell

Is The Baptism of the Holy Spirit Essential to Salvation? - J. R Ensey

The Physical Resurrection of Jesus and its Denials: An Apologetic - G. Jorge Medina

Praying Beyond Our Minds: The Importance of Speaking With Tongues in Prayer - Steve Pixler

kclee4jc · #8 08-23-2013, 09:17 AM

The Apostolic Theological Forum was established in 2002 to provide a colloquy where papers on theological subjects could be presented and discussed. A variety of papers dealing with doctrinal issues, church, government, prophecy and history have been presented each year in the Forum. This is the third journal published by the Forum.

What Is God's Real Name? - J. R. Ensey

Comparing Spiritual Things to Spiritual: Paul's Theology of Preaching in I Corinthians 2 - Steve Pixler

Lifting the Veil: YHWH's Covenants, the Messiah, and the Sabbath Question - G. Jorge Medina

An Examination of the Use of the Spiritual Gifts of Tongues and Interpretation of Tongues - Peter F. Connell

The Influence of Priscillian - Thomas Weisser

Soteriology in the 21st Century: The Need For an Epistemological Shift
A Oneness Pentecostal Apologetic - Roger D. Perkins

In the Name of Jesus: The Formulary Invocation of the Name of Jesus in Baptism - Steve Pixler

kclee4jc · #9 08-23-2013, 09:18 AM

The Apostolic Theological Forum was established in 2002 to provide a colloquy where papers on theological subjects coul be presented and discussed. A variety of papers dealing with doctrinal issues, church, government, prophecy and history have been presented each year inthe Forum. This is the first journal published by the Forum.

Maintaining Apostolic Distinctives In An Adversarial Culture - Carl McLaughlin

Ecclesiology and the Triumph of Nature Over Culture
A Oneness Pentecostal Apology - Roger D. Perkins

Kiss of Betrayal: The Record of Theological
Seminaries in America - J. R. Ensey

Christ and Culture:
An Introduction to H. Richard Niebuhr's Classic
Work on the Relation between Christianity and Culture - Steve Pixler

The Relationship of Culture and Prophecy - William Chalfant

A Plea for Expository Preaching In the Apostolic Setting
- Philip Harrelson

Jesus, Seen Through Jewish Eyes - G. Jorge Medina

kclee4jc · #10 08-23-2013, 09:18 AM

The Apostolic Theological Forum was established in 2002 to provide a colloquy where papers on theological subjects coul be presented and discussed. A variety of papers dealing with doctrinal issues, church, government, prophecy and history have been presented each year inthe Forum. This is the first journal published by the Forum.

The Truant Trinity: An Examination of the
Pre-existence of Christ - Roger D. Perkins

Apostolic Truth and the Philosophy of Deism - Carl McLaughlin

The Translation Wars: A Preliminary Evaluation of Passages in the Revised NIV of 2010 - J. R. Ensey

Obey Magistrates: How Far Does The Christian Obligation Go? - Steve Pixler

Yirat Shamayim: A Call For A Revival of the Fear of the Lord - Peter F. Connell

The Role of the Ascended Jesus Christ - William B. Chalfant

The Word Is Right: A Fresh Look At Biblical Inspiration and Inerrancy - J. R. Ensey