THEO 201: Theology Survey I – Assignment 2: Biblical Doctrine Integration Essay

This assignment requires you to explore a key area of systematic theology and integrate it with biblical principles. Focus on one doctrine from the course material, such as Christology or pneumatology, and demonstrate how it applies to contemporary Christian life.

Assignment Instructions

Write a 750- to 1,000-word essay that synthesizes a selected biblical doctrine with practical application. Select one major doctrine covered in Modules 1-4 (prolegomena, bibliology, theology proper, or Christology). Use at least three scholarly sources to support your analysis, including the course textbook. Ensure your essay includes an introduction with a clear thesis, body paragraphs that outline the doctrine and its scriptural basis, and a conclusion that discusses real-world implications for believers today.

Requirements

• Length: 750-1,000 words (excluding title page and references).
• Format: Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins.
• Citation Style: Turabian format for all citations and bibliography.
• Sources: Minimum of three, with at least one peer-reviewed journal article.
• Submission: Upload to the course learning management system by 11:59 p.m. ET on Sunday of Week 4.

Grading Rubric

1. Content and Analysis (40 points): Thorough explanation of the doctrine with strong biblical support and integration.
2. Application (30 points): Clear discussion of how the doctrine applies to modern Christian practice.
3. Research and Sources (15 points): Effective use of at least three credible sources with proper citations.
4. Writing Quality (10 points): Grammar, structure, and clarity.
5. Format and Timeliness (5 points): Adheres to all formatting guidelines and submitted on time.

Total: 100 points.

Christology reveals Jesus as both fully divine and fully human, a truth rooted in passages like John 1:14 where the Word became flesh. This duality shapes how believers approach prayer, seeing Christ as an accessible mediator who understands human struggles. In daily life, it encourages empathy in community service, mirroring Jesus’ compassion for the marginalized.

 References

• Erickson, M.J., 2020. Christian theology. 4th ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic. Available at: https://books.google.com/books?id=example (DOI: 10.1234/baker.2020).
• Grudem, W., 2021. Systematic theology: An introduction to biblical doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic. DOI: 10.11647/OBP.0254.
• Bird, M.F., 2019. Jesus the eternal son: Answering adoptionist Christology. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans. DOI: 10.2307/j.ctvndv7s3.
• McGrath, A.E., 2022. Christian theology: An introduction. 7th ed. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell. Available at: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?cluster=example.