Theology Seminar — Integration Paper Workshop
This practical session walks faculty through how to write a strong biblical integration paper, connecting theology, worldview, and academic disciplines. Using a simple but powerful framework—Bible, theology, worldview, and discipline—the lecture shows how Christian beliefs shape how we interpret knowledge, evaluate ideas, and teach students.
Timestamps:
0:00 Opening illustration: design, safety, and integration
2:30 Overview of the integration paper requirements
5:30 What is theology and why it matters
7:00 Bible → theology → worldview → discipline framework
10:00 Presuppositions, interpretation, and conclusions
12:30 Reject, receive, and redeem in your field
18:00 Key theological categories for section one
24:30 Understanding worldview and competing perspectives
31:00 General principles of integration
36:00 Diagnostic questions for your discipline
40:00 Breaking down the five paper sections
47:00 Section two: applying worldview to your field
50:00 Sections three and four: personal and teaching philosophy
53:00 Section five: practical classroom application
1:04:00 Formatting, sources, and expectations
1:08:00 Writing strategy and common pitfalls
The session emphasizes that integration is more than proof-texting—it requires a robust understanding of Scripture, theology, and worldview. Faculty are encouraged to move beyond surface-level connections and instead demonstrate how Christian convictions shape presuppositions, interpretations, and conclusions within their discipline.
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This session equips faculty to integrate faith and learning by connecting Scripture, theology, and worldview to their disciplines. It provides a clear framework and practical tools for writing an integration paper and for helping students think Christianly in their academic and professional lives.