Living by the Spirit, in Union with Christ: Biblical Doctrines of the Holy Spirit and Salvation

The Bible Doctrine course is designed to provide gospel workers with a sound understanding of Christian faith based on Scripture. This course covers the two major themes of Christian faith: the Holy Spirit and Salvation. The doctrine of the Holy Spirit belongs to the third article of the Apostles’ Creed, which confesses, “I believe in the Holy Spirit…” Today, we live in the last days when the Holy Spirit is the personal representative of the Triune God on earth. Only if we relate rightly to the Holy Spirit can we truly enjoy God’s infinite wealth as children of God. So, we must learn about who the Holy Spirit is and what his ministry is. Also, we will explore how to walk by the Spirit in our daily life and ministry.

The doctrine of salvation addresses various aspects of salvation, such as election, the gospel call, regeneration, conversion, justification, adoption, sanctification, and glorification. In our study, we will pay attention to the concept of union with Christ, an inclusive term for the whole of salvation that relates to every aspect of salvation. These themes will be studied from biblical and theological standpoints with practical applications. This course can be summarized through two phrases: “Living by the Spirit” and “in union with Christ.”

Upon completion of this course, the participants should be able to: (1) demonstrate their understanding of Christian faith regarding the Holy Spirit and salvation; (2) discuss pneumatology and soteriology critically based on biblical and evangelical theology; (3) apply their understanding of Bible Doctrine to personal faith and church ministry practices. We pray to grow in the knowledge of our Savior, keep in step with the Holy Spirit, and live in union with Christ daily.