Christology and Theology Overview

Study Notes

Theology is the activity of examining religious beliefs and expressing them logically.
Theology, from Greek roots, is "God talk" or "talking about God." It is the academic study of God and religious topics.

Theology seeks to understand and articulate religious beliefs in a structured and reasoned way.

Theology combines the Greek words "theos" (God) and "logos" (word/speech), implying a discourse about God.
It encompasses the study of God and matters pertaining to God.

Christology is a branch of theology that focuses on the study of Jesus Christ's nature, character, and actions.

Two kinds of revelation: General and Special
General Revelation: God reveals truths discernable by all through nature, human beings, and history
- Examples include the creation, human conscience, and historical events.

General Revelation: God reveals truths apparent to everyone through nature, human beings, and history.
- Romans 1:20: God's invisible attributes, eternal power, and divine nature are observable in creation.
- Psalm 19:1: The heavens declare God's glory.
Special Revelation: God reveals Himself in specific ways so people can understand His character and nature.
- Hebrews 1:1-2: God spoke through prophets and, lastly, through his Son.
- John 14:9: Jesus said, "Anyone who has seen Me has seen the Father."
- 2 Corinthians 4:6: God shined His light in hearts, revealing the knowledge of God's glory through Jesus Christ.
- 1 Timothy 3:16: God was manifest in the flesh; a profound mystery of godliness.

General Revelation Elements:
- Nature
- Human beings
- History
Special Revelation:
- The Word of God (The Scriptures): Contains God's specific revelation.
- Jesus Christ: Provides the ultimate revelation of God.

God revealed himself through Jesus Christ, providing insights into His nature and will.
Jesus' life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection encompass true answers about life's ultimate questions as well as moral and ethical standards.