Psychology: Theology and Biblical Studies (RSTH)

Courses

RSTH 610 - Scripture Credits 3

The contribution of Scripture to integration with psychology. Study of the nature and authority of Scripture and biblical hermeneutics. Students interpret, contextualize, and apply a biblical passage relevant to psychological theory or practice. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

RSTH 620 - Human Nature Credits 3

This course develops a relational understanding of the human person as created in the image of God. Topics include human nature, identity, community, diversity, purpose, and vocation. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

RSTH 630 - Sin, Evil, and Suffering Credits 3

The doctrine of the fall into sin and its effects, including distortion of the image of God, the nature of sin, and the extent of evil and suffering. Development of a relational understanding of Christian salvation as the deepest solution to the sin problem and integrative connections to domains of psychology. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

RSTH 640 - Kingdom Flourishing Credits 3

A theology of the kingdom of God as providing a comprehensive vision of the Christian life in the present age and the age to come, including theory and practice of Christian ethics, in relationship to psychological theory and practice. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

RSTH 650 - Spiritual Theology and Formation Credits 3

The nature of new life in Christ, the role and meaning of the cross in the Christian life, and the process of formation in the Spirit. Spiritual formation and sanctification through the Word of God, the people of God, trials, and spiritual disciplines and across stages of development. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.

RSTH 730 - Independent Study Credits 1-3

Individual study, directed reading or special problems in theology. Such study must be done with the approval and supervision of a faculty professor of record. The student is expected to submit a detailed course proposal and a bibliography on the appropriate form available from the Office of the Registrar. Note(s): Required courses may not be taken through independent study; elective. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level.
Repeat Limit (total number of credits): 6.