An Essay In Systematic Theology -- By: George T. Ladd

The etymological meaning of the word of the article explains the spirit of the title. The author of this article tried to outline the theological system, it is undoubtedly many details and incomplete. If the purpose of such a strange seemingly unauthorized attempt is required, it may be easily (partially) defined. All thinkers about theological topics - it should include all Christian truth missionaries to some extent - allow him to adapt to his findings of truth, his guesses about the truth, and his ideas We need some framework to do. All results, reading and learning. For the first time, we can save valuable time, fill in cultural gaps, and have a common harmony and interrelationship.

Of course, such attempts occur frequently; sometimes higher, sometimes lower. But it is always open. All new attempts may not differ much from previous attempts as long as it is worth it. It should occasionally be done by one person, and his research is always accompanied, no matter how restricted it is, and is intended to serve his idyllic work and his sermons.

Everything you need to introduce this article can be explained in several words that influence the division and development of systematic theology. A brief description of the principle best considered in plan formation is as follows:

The division and development of systematic theology should proceed as far away as possible from the essential and dominant principle. Since the truth of Christianity is given in historical revelation, the method of systematic theology of Christianity must be different from the way of demonstration and speculation. However, in the process of building theology, unification of concepts is possible and desirable. This concept is constructive and dominant, can be found in God's self-revelation, and finally reaches the peak in the incarnation and redemption work of Christ. Theology is the science of God's self-revelation. This idea will reveal and control all its differences and developments

The development of systematic theology should be as independent, positive, selfish as possible. It should not primarily controversial. It is necessary to answer the opposite opinion. But the development of science is not primarily to answer objections. Check

This is the first lesson of our series of systematic theology. In this series we will explore systematic theology or "system science". Systematic theology is one of the main ways that the Holy Spirit led the Christian church to order its theology orderly. We have the right to receive this lesson "What is systematic theology?" In this introductory course, we will explore some fundamental problems related to systematic theological studies. Our course covers three main topics: First, we compare systematic theology and theology of the New Testament. How are they similar? Next, I will study the historical development that led to systematic theology. Where did it come from? Third, I study the value and danger of systematic theology. What are the pros and cons of this problem? First, let's explore the relationship between New Testament theology and systematic theology.

Strictly speaking, Biblical theology is the basis of systematic theology. Logical and chronological Biblical theology should be given priority over systematic theology, as the order of research should be an introduction, interpretation, historical background, biblical theology, and finally systematic theology. Figures 2 and 3 note that these steps are not performed linearly to reach the final conclusion. Theologians patrol the list over and over again and adapt to new inputs, such as improving the interpretation of specific paragraphs. However, if there is an order for theology, the basic order seems valid.

Briefly describe the three major historical developments that led us the systematic theology we know today: First, Godfather theology, approximately 150 AD to 600 AD, and second, from the Middle Ages the Era AD Theological methods were developed at the time from 600 years to 1500 AD, but these methods were direct pioneers of systematics. Third, Protestant theology, systematic theology was built from the Protestant approach from the AD 1500 to the present. Let's start with the earliest systematic movement of Christ and its apostles, after the Godfather era.