Christianity 102: Foundations of Faith Exploring Doctrine Through the Book of Romans
Course Overview: This 12-week study is designed to help believers explore the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith through the lens of Paul's letter to the Romans. Each week builds a theological framework for understanding God, salvation, the Church, and the Christian life.
Course Objectives: 1. To understand and articulate the major doctrines of the Christian faith. 2. To see how these doctrines arise naturally from Scripture, particularly the Book of Romans. 3. To apply theological truths to personal faith and community life. 4. To encourage spiritual maturity and doctrinal confidence.
Syllabus: Weekly Breakdown
Week 1: Introduction to Romans and Biblical Doctrine Romans 1:1–17 Key Doctrine: Revelation & the Gospel Themes: Paul's purpose, the power of the gospel, biblical authority
Week 2: The Sinfulness of Man Romans 1:18–2:29 Key Doctrine: Human depravity, conscience, wrath of God
Week 3: Justification by Faith Romans 3:1–31 Key Doctrine: Justification, grace, righteousness by faith
Week 4: The Example of Abraham Romans 4:1–25 Key Doctrine: Imputed righteousness, faith and covenant
Week 5: Peace with God and Assurance Romans 5:1–21 Key Doctrine: Peace with God, original sin, federal headship
Week 6: Dying to Sin, Alive in Christ Romans 6:1–23 Key Doctrine: Sanctification, union with Christ, obedience
Week 7: Freedom from the Law Romans 7:1–25 Key Doctrine: Law and grace, internal struggle, flesh and spirit
Week 8: Life in the Spirit Romans 8:1–39 Key Doctrine: Adoption, Spirit-led life, perseverance of the saints
Week 9: God's Sovereign Plan Romans 9:1–33 Key Doctrine: Election, mercy, God's sovereignty in salvation
Week 10: Israel and the Church Romans 10–11 Key Doctrine: Mission, remnant, grafting of Gentiles
Week 11: The Christian Life in Community Romans 12–13 Key Doctrine: Christian ethics, submission to authority, love in action
Week 12: Unity and Liberty in the Church Romans 14–16 Key Doctrine: Christian liberty, mutual edification, unity and mission
