Theology is the study of God – who He is, what He has done, and what He asks of us. For young Christian leaders, a solid theological foundation is not optional – it is essential. The YCLA Theology program gives students a clear, structured understanding of the core doctrines of the Christian faith, equipping them to teach, lead, and live with conviction.
This comprehensive theology course walks students through the ten essential doctrines of the Christian faith. Each module is anchored in Scripture, informed by the great theologians of church history, and designed to move students from passive belief to confident, articulate conviction.
The goal is not merely academic knowledge but a transformed mind – equipping young leaders to teach sound doctrine, identify error, and ground every area of their life and leadership in Biblical truth.
Who is God? An exploration of His existence, His nature, His attributes – omniscience, omnipotence, omnipresence, holiness, love – and what it means that He is Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
How did we get the Bible? Explores inspiration, inerrancy, canonization, and the sufficiency of Scripture – why Christians trust it as the authoritative Word of God
Who is Jesus? Examines His deity and humanity, the incarnation, His earthly ministry, His atoning death, resurrection, ascension, and coming return.
The third Person of the Trinity – who He is, what He does, the gifts of the Spirit, His role in salvation, sanctification, and empowering believers for service.
What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Explores creation, the nature of the soul, human dignity, the purpose of mankind, and how the Fall affected every dimension of human existence.
Where did sin come from and what did it break? Examines the origin, nature, and consequences of sin – original sin, total depravity, and why every human being needs a Savior.
How are we saved? A thorough study of grace, faith, justification, sanctification, glorification – the entire golden chain of salvation from God’s election to eternity with Him.
Why does the church exist and why does it matter? Explores the body of Christ, its mission, ordinances, governance, and the believer’s role within the local and universal church
What does Scripture teach about the unseen world? Studies the nature and role of angels, the reality and strategy of Satan, spiritual warfare, and the believer’s authority in Christ.
How does it all end? Examines death, the intermediate state, the second coming, resurrection, final judgment, heaven, hell, and the new creation – and why it shapes how we live today.
Articulate the ten core doctrines of the Christian faith with clarity and confidence
Trace each doctrine through Scripture, identifying the key biblical texts that define it
Recognize and respond to common theological errors and distortions of each doctrine
Explain how each doctrine connects to and depends upon the others in a unified system of truth
Apply theological understanding to real-life decisions, conversations, and leadership challenges
Teach foundational theology to peers, small groups, and younger believers
Develop a personal theological framework that anchors every area of life and leadership