THE BOOK OF ROMANS II (NT401)
THE NEW LIFE OF THE BELIEVER
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Book of Romans has been called "the greatest written work in existence." It is the gospel according to Paul. In this course, Dr. Cottle takes you on an expositional journey into the compelling truths of Paul's teachings to the Roman believers. You will discover hidden truths and fresh insight into some of the most crucial Pauline teachings in the New Testament.
Romans II builds upon Romans I: Wrath to Righteousness which cover Chapters 1-3. This course presents and explores the major exegetical and theological concerns of Romans 5-8, The New Life in Christ. It is studied as a life in Christ which is free from wrath, sin, law and death.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
► Appreciate Romans in its historical context.
► Understand Paul’s description of the New Life of the Believer in Christ.
► Be able to delve into and explain the spiritual principles of life “in Christ”.
► Increase your knowledge of the Word of God as a whole.
► Glean valuable insights from the original biblical languages and historical context.
COURSE ACADEMICS
This course is worth four quarter units of credit in the degree programs of Embassy College.
Your Instructor
Dr. Ronald E. Cottle is the Founder and President Emeritus of Christian Life School of Theology (CLST Global), the Founder and President Emeritus of the Apostolic Council of Transformational Servant-Leaders (ACTS) and the Founder and President of the Embassy College (EC).
He received a diploma in Theology from Southeastern Bible Institute, Lakeland, Florida, a B.A. in English-Religion, Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, the M-Div. from Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Columbia, South Carolina, and both the Ph.D. in Religion and the M.S.Ed. and Ed.D. in Higher Education from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Dr. Cottle and his wife of sixty-plus years, Joanne reside in Columbus, Georgia and have one son, Ron Jr. See more about Dr. Cottle at www.roncottle.com.