Content

This unit immerses students in the personal, social and ethical considerations of the Bible’s evolving vision of the Kingdom of God and a just society. These concepts will be examined by exploring biblical texts, the legacy of leading thinkers and influential practitioners, as well as contemporary issues demanding careful and constructive engagement.

Unit code: CT1003W

Unit status: Archived (New unit)

Points: 18.0

Unit level: Undergraduate Level 1

Unit discipline: Systematic Theology

Delivery Mode: Face to Face

Proposing College: Whitley College

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Learning outcomes

1.

Assess differing conceptions of the Kingdom of God, drawing upon biblical texts and theological perspectives;

2.

Identify the personal, social and ethical consequences envisioned by the ‘Good News’ of the Kingdom of God

3.

Engage theologically with aspects of culture in light of themes developed in this unit;

4.

Demonstrate and critically reflect upon creative responses to contemporary contexts that are informed and transformed by the ‘Good News’.

Pedagogy

Lectures, seminars, tutorials.
The unit will also utilise field trips and excursions to provide students with the opportunity to explore various contemporary issues in context.

Indicative Bibliography

  • Berry, R. J. The Care of Creation: Focusing Concern and Action. Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 2000.
  • Burghardt, W. Justice: A Global Adventure. Maryknoll: Orbis, 2004.
  • Christian, J. God of the Empty-handed: Poverty, Power and the Kingdom of God. Monrovia: MARC., 1999.
  • Stevens, R. P. The Other Six Days. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1999.
  • Goheen, M. W., and C. G. Bartholomew. Living at the Crossroads: An Introduction to Christian Worldview. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2008.
  • Gordon, G. What if you got Involved?: Taking a Stand against Social Injustice. Carlisle: Paternoster, 2003.
  • Holt, S. C. God Next Door: Spirituality and Mission in the Neighbourhood. Brunswick East: Acorn, 2007.
  • Malina, B. J. The Social Gospel of Jesus: The Kingdom of God in Mediterranean Perspective. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2001.
  • Sider, R. Good News and Good Works: A Theology for the Whole Gospel. Grand Rapids: Baker, 2005.
  • Snyder, H. A Kingdom Manifesto: Calling the Church to Live under God’s Reign. Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 1985.
  • Stassen, G. H., and D. P. Gushee. Kingdom Ethics: Following Jesus in Contemporary Context. Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 2003.
  • Wright, N. T. Evil and the Justice of God. London: SPCK, 2006.

Assessment

Type Description Word count Weight (%)
Essay

1500 word major essay

0 40.0
Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper

750 word tutorial paper

0 20.0
Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper

750 word tutorial paper

0 20.0
Essay

1000 word reading log

0 20.0
Approvals

Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 30 Jul, 2015

Unit record last updated: 2022-10-26 17:01:27 +1100