TH101 Introducing Bible Doctrine I: Theology, Divine Revelation, and the Bible
TH102 Introducing Bible Doctrine II: The Triune God and His Heavenly Host
TH103 Introducing Bible Doctrine III: Humanity, Sin, and Salvation
TH104 Introducing Bible Doctrine IV: The Church and Last Things
TH112 Doctrine of Christ and the Church: A Reformed Perspective
TH113 Doctrine of Salvation and Eschatology: A Reformed Perspective
TH321 Cultural Implications of Theology: Influences of Christian Doctrine on Society
TH331 Perspectives on Creation: Five Views on Its Meaning and Significance
TH341 Perspectives on Eschatology: Five Views on the Millennium
TH351 Perspectives on Justification by Faith: Five Views on Its Meaning and Significance
TH361 Perspectives on the Trinity: Eternal Generation and Subordination in Tension
TH390 Contextual Theology: Examples from Christianity in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
In this course on the doctrine of grace (TH268), Jack W. Cottrell will help you dive deep into the biblical and theological underpinnings of the topic of grace. “Grace” is a word we use often as Christians; however, as a theological concept it is often underdeveloped and misunderstood. Dr. Cottrell will help you develop a robust understanding of grace as he guides you in an exploration of the attributes of grace in relation to the law, key passages of Scripture, and the contributions of historical figures who helped develop the doctrine of grace. Dr. Cottrell demonstrates how a proper understanding of grace applies to and changes your life.
Contents:
Introduction
Introducing the Speaker and Course
Unit 1: Key Distinctions Regarding Grace
An Overview
The Law System or the Grace System?
The Two Gates into Heaven
Is Salvation Egocentric or Theocentric?
Wages or Gift?
What Is the Law System?
What Is the Grace System?
The Mentality of Grace
The Balance Scale Mentality
Extra Merit? There’s No Such Thing!
Grace: A Uniquely Biblical Doctrine
Unit 2: Grace and the Book of Romans
The Message of Romans
“How Lost Are the Heathen?”
More on the Message of Romans
Double Trouble
The Double Cure for Sin
Unit 3: The Righteousness of God
The Righteousness of God in the Gospel
How Does God Bestow His Righteousness on Us?
The Purpose of the Incarnation
Christ Our Righteousness
Unit 4: Grace, Justification, and Faith
Justification: The Heart of Grace
The Essence of Justification
Justification as a Problem for God
The Cross as the Basis for Justification: Part 1
The Cross as the Basis for Justification: Part 2
The Substitutionary Atonement
How Do We Become Justified? The Calvinist View
How Do We Become Justified? By Faith Alone?: Part 1
How Do We Become Justified? By Faith Alone?: Part 2
Martin Luther’s Approach to “Faith Alone”
The Distinction between Means and Conditions
Unit 5: Faith and Works
Faith and Works in Paul’s Writings
What Paul Does Not Mean by “Works”: Part 1
What Paul Does Not Mean by “Works”: Part 2
What Paul Does Mean by “Works”: Part 1
What Paul Does Mean by “Works”: Part 2
“Obedience to the Gospel” vs. “Works of Law”
Unit 6: Conditions of Grace
Is Grace Conditional or Unconditional?: Part 1
Is Grace Conditional or Unconditional?: Part 2
The Premiere Grace Condition: Part 1
The Premiere Grace Condition: Part 2
Is Faith the Only Grace Condition?
The Second Condition for Salvation: Part 1
The Second Condition for Salvation: Part 2
The Third Condition of Grace
The Fourth Condition of Grace
Why a New Condition?
Unit 7: Justification, Works, and Judgment
How Do We Reconcile Paul and James?
Will We Be Judged by Works?
If We Are Justified by Faith, Why Are We Judged by Works?
Unit 8: The Assurance of Salvation
The Question of Assurance
“Once Saved, Always Saved” Explained
“Once Saved, Always Saved” Refuted: Part 1
“Once Saved, Always Saved” Refuted: Part 2
“Always Trying, Never Sure”
“Simply Trusting, Fully Forgiven”
Grace and Assurance in Summary
How Does One Fall from Grace?
Can the Fallen Be Restored?
Unit 9: Original Sin
What Is the Doctrine of Original Sin?
Why Did Paul Write Romans 5:12–21?: Part 1
Why Did Paul Write Romans 5:12–21?: Part 2
Original Grace, Not Original Sin
Unit 10: Grace and Good Works
How Do Good Works Fit In?: Part 1
How Do Good Works Fit In?: Part 2
“I Can Do Good Works Because of Grace”
“I Ought to Do Good Works Because of Creation”
“I Will Do Good Works Because of Love”
Details:
Instructor: Jack W. Cottrell
Publication Date: 2018
Video Hours: 10
Learn more about the doctrines of grace and baptism from theologian and author Jack W. Cottrell with this two-course bundle. Dr. Cottrell walks through these important concepts, unpacking key verses and discussing historical positions. You’ll learn how these doctrines relate to topics like salvation, justification, faith, and works.
Title: Jack W. Cottrell on Grace and Baptism
Instructor: Jack W. Cottrell
Publisher: Lexham Press
Publication Date: 2019
Product Type: Logos Mobile Education
Resource Type: Courseware, including transcripts, audio, and video resources
Courses: 2
Video Hours: 15
Dr. Jack W. Cottrellhas been a professor of theology at Cincinnati Christian University since 1967. Dr. Cottrell has earned a BA, ThB from Cincinnati Christian University; a BA from the University of Cincinnati; an MDiv from Westminster Theological Seminary; and a PhD from Princeton Theological Seminary.
He’s been married to his beautiful wife, Barbara, for over 50 years, and he ministers at the Bright Christian Church in Bright, Indiana. Dr. Cottrell has been teaching theology at the Cincinnati Christian University for over 40 years, and he’s been writing for over 30 years. He and Barbara have three children and four grandchildren.
Those who know Dr. Cottrell know he’s a huge fan of University of Kentucky basketball and bluegrass music. He likes to read mystery novels and watch Wheel of Fortune and Texas Hold’em tournaments.