1. Prayerfulness 2. Humility 3. Rejoicing With what attitudes should we approach a study of theology?

“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.” Psalm 119:18

“The man without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned.” 1 Corinthians 2:14

1. Prayerfulness 2. Humility 3. Rejoicing With what attitudes should we approach a study of theology?

“Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.” 1 Corinthians 8:1

“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility… the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” James 3:13-17

1. Prayerfulness 2. Humility 3. Rejoicing With what attitudes should we approach a study of theology?

“How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.” Psalm 139:17

“The precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart.” Psalm 119:14

What is Systematic Theology?

Historical theology Philosophical theology Biblical Theology Apologetics Ethics Relationship to Other Disciplines

We have a command to We all do systematic theology, whether we like it or not It helps us grow spiritually It helps us make better decisions in life Why do systematic theology?

Part I: Doctrine of the Word of God Part II: Doctrine of God Part III: Doctrine of Man Part IV: Doctrine of Christ and Holy Spirit Part V: Doctrine of Salvation Part VI: Doctrine of the Church Part VII: Doctrine of the Future Doctrines