Theology Essays & Research Papers

Feminist Theology Feminist theology is based on the idea of "not lord but brother". Jesus Christ himself stepped outside of societies norms by befriending the outcasts of society, which included women. Women are often portrayed as the cause of or focus of evil and misdeeds in the bible. The focus of feminist theology is the perspective of theology from those who were outcast and therefore considered themselves as equals and friends to Jesus Christ. "If there is anything they desire to...

Theology of Grace There are many different ways to interpret the theology of grace. In this paper, I will be discussing four major theologians who have the most popular insights on grace. These theologians include Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, and Rahner who all have their own unique perspective on grace. All of their theories seem to intertwine with one another but each individual one has a different twist that makes them slightly different. The first theologian I’m going to discuss is...

John 6:14 says “Do not let your heart be distressed. You believe in God; Believe also in me.” This passage of scripture is the premises of theology. Webster’s dictionary defines theology as “The science of God or religion, the science which treats the existence, character, and attributes of GOD his laws and what one believes in.” A.H. Strong who is a twentieth century theologian said that theology is “the science of GOD and the relation between GOD and the Universe. There are some who contest...

UCCF | Bethinking | Theology Network | Uncover | text only Cos everything's theological Categories Christian Beliefs Biblical Studies Historical Theology World Religions Theology of Everything Studying Theology+RS Bible Reading Unquenchable Flame An overview of feminist theology Sharon James Sharon James is a well-known author and conference speaker. View all resources by Sharon James Print this PageComment on resource The starting point of feminist theology is women’s experience,...

4-MAT Review: Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling Freda Taylor Liberty University 4-MAT Review: Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling McMinn, M. (1996). Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling. Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. ISBN: 0-8423-5252-X). Summary The Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling is the thought provoking book of McMinn which was published...

| | Feminist theology is a complement to pastoral theology contributions to theology. Generally, a feminist theologian seeks critical understanding of traditional challenge of male-dominated images of God and humanity. Feminist wants equal rights in the understanding of women and men. They want to be endorsed by other...

Calvinistic Theology * There are two ways to know God: 1) Through sensus divinitas (natural sense of God). This is an a priori way. 2) Through observing the nature (natural theology). This is an a posteriori way. * The knowledge of God is not restricted to Christians. Anyone who looks for God, either through reflection or observing the nature will be able to arrive at the idea of God. * Our knowledge of God is not complete. This is because there is an ontological gulf...

Matthew Cummings Theology of Election Religion 310 Paper #2 The Theology of Election Within the framework of Christianity, God’s role in salvation is undoubtedly one of the biggest conundrums Christians have sought to answer. Historically, theologians have discussed, contemplated and questioned: who is it that God intends to grant salvation? Is salvation intended and offered to all, or does God predetermine those who will receive salvation? Biblical evidence and...

BRENT FRIESLAAR April 8, 2012 FACILITATOR: REV. DR. ISAIAS CHACHINE | Theology and Development | | Theological Reflection - Amartya Sen and Elaine Graham, Heather Walton and Frances Ward | This paper will deal with the importance of Theological reflection and it will argue that theological reflection is the responsibility of all individuals in the human race. In response to Amartya Sen’s work in Development as Freedom as well the treatment of theological reflection and the analysis of...

Anabella Morabito 02/23/2015 Spirituality and Justice The Divine Milieu: Theology of Suffering In speaking of the Holocaust and a theology and suffering and solidarity, Rabbi Irving Greenberg gave an image which compelled me when I first heard of it in my Liberation Christology class. Goizueta paraphrased the statement in saying “To stand over a pit of burning children and say ‘God is love’, is incredible and obscene. In the face of that kind of unconscionable cruelty the only credible...

Dalit theology is a branch of Christian theology that emerged among the Dalit caste in India in the 1980s. It shares a number of themes with liberation theology, which arose two decades earlier, including a self-identity as a people undergoing Exodus.[1] Dalit theology sees hope in the "Nazareth Manifesto" of Luke 4,[2] where Jesus speaks of preaching "good news to the poor ... freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind" and of releasing "the oppressed."[3] Development A...

What is Theology? 25 September of 2013 What is Theology? A.W. Tozer said, “The devil is a better theologian than any of us and is a devil still” and Henry Ward Beecher spoke the following words, “Theology is a science of mind applied to God”. Inside every person there is a voice of a theologian. Human minds like A.W. Tozer and Henry Ward Beecher have contributed to the ideas of theology just like millions of others. As long as an individual believes something...

What is theology? What does it explain if anything? According to the encyclopedia, it is related to the Greek Religion. In Christianity, the systematic study of the nature of God and God's relationship with humanity and with the world. Although other religions may be said to have theologies, this is a matter of controversy within, for instance, Judaism , which holds that God is unknowable. This article will therefore confine itself to Christian theology. The development of theology in...

Saint Patrick's College Religious Education Department SOR NEW SYLLABUS HSC COURSE ~o,o Area of Study:LIBERATION THEOLOGY Significantl?-eople and Ideas ~ the contribution to Christianity of ONE significant person OR school of thought, other than Jesus, r - Liberation Theology explain the contribution to the development and expression of Christianity of ONE significant person OR school of thought, other than Jesus, ;... Examine the social, cultural and...

Short Essay on the Problem of Evil The question of evil is a common hot button topic among atheists and non-Christians who attempt to disprove Christianity. They argue that an omnipotent and omniscient God cannot exist in a world with so much evil. The argument is used by them to try to prove that Christianity is “internally self-contradictory and thereby to be rejected.” Many claim that a benevolent and caring God would certainly not create evil or allow it to flourish in the world that He...

*Sense experiences/depth experiences: not limited by the empirical data-the really "real" is not necessarily able to be seen. *Religious Experience (depth experience): Not just a sense experience, an experience that causes people to change, always touches on the "other" (the transcendent)-that which goes beyond our understanding (anything that we can come up with) (ie..who can really explain the sunset?). *Orthopraxis (Right-practice): The process of doing the right things. *Orthodoxy:...

JOURNAL ARTICLE CRITIQUE of Uchegbue, Christian O. “Liberation Theology as a Double Polarity,” Asia Journal of Theology 22 no 1 (April 2008): 14-25 THEO 525 DLP (fall 2009) Systematic Theology I Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary This is a critique of the journal article, “Liberation Theology as a Double Polarity”,[i] in which the author advances the question: is "Liberation Theology - Marxist or Christian?” [ii] This critique will attempt to adjudicate the authors...

Reflection Paper: Prayer and Character Development Twila S. Cooper Theology 104 November 16, 2012 Professor White INTRODUCTION The purpose of this paper is to reveal a direct correlation between prayer and character development. It is crucial that Christians fully understand this tool that has been put in place in order for us to be able to communicate with the Lord, our Creator. Praying and communing with the Lord leads to and builds not only a stronger...

 Theology of Marriage and Family Call and Response: The Vitality of Differentiation Abstract Theology of Marriage and Family Call and Response: The Vitality of Differentiation Throughout our lives human relationships are quintessentially the most powerful and substantive life force we cannot avoid. Subsequently the value and meaning of the relationship we have with ourselves and others have variables...

A Personal Pastoral Theology I begin with a story about a spiritual journey similar to my own. One day in the South Pacific, a navy ship captain saw smoke coming from the hut on an uncharted island. Upon arriving at the shore, they were met by a shipwreck survivor. He said, “I’m so glad you’re here! I’ve been alone on this island for more than five years!” The captain replied, “If you’re all alone on the island why do I see three huts?” The survivor said, “Oh, well I live...

For early modern Christian theologians, the nature of god was more or less a settled question. There were, it is true, disputes along the margins. The synod of dort, convened in 1618 and 1619 to resolve debates between Calvinists and the arminian remonstrants, crystallized ongoing skirmishes over the proper understanding of divine foreknowledge and will. decades later, arminianism was just one of John Milton’s unorthodoxies, and one of his less eccentric ones; more unusual was his rejection, in...

Bbbbb....Course Outline Name of the Institution: Tangaza College Faculty: School of Theology Department: Systematic Theology Academic Year: 2014-2015 Semester: 1st Semester (August-November 2014) Course Code number: STC 101 Course title: Fundamental Theology and Revelation Class: A Credit hours: 3 Class-room location or venue: B2, D4 Lecture Times: Monday 11:30am ‒ 12:20am; 12:25am ‒ 1:15pm Friday 11:30am ‒ 12:20am; 12:25am ‒ 1:15pm Pre-requisites:...

Verneen Madry Integration of Psychology and Theology COUN 506 Wayne Wilson Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality In Christian Counseling Mark R. McMinn SUMMARY The book begins with at brief selection as it addresses the importance of the counselor utilizing the Christian faith in counseling in addition to focusing on the relationship between psychology and theology. It addresses the issues and concerns that religion may bring into counseling...

1 This paper examines Martin Luther’s theology of the cross and discusses how it has impacted North American religious life. Martin Luther’s Theology of the Cross In Protestantism, there are two distinct guiding philosophies that are normally used as the foundation for the teaching and worship of the church. These philosophies are the theology of glory and the theology of the cross. Which philosophy a church practices is up to the individual church; however, it is rare, possibly even unheard...

Ben Schupanitz Professor Richard Smallie Theology 216 28 January 2010 Who Needs Theology? Theology is defined as “any reflection on the ultimate questions of life that point toward God” (Grenz and Roger pg. 13). Theology makes up everyone’s life whether they know it or not. Everyone is a theologian in their own way. This book takes us through the process of understanding theology and putting it to practical use in our daily lives. It gives step by step instructions on how to practice...

Analysis of the "Theology of Liberation" The liberation theology emerged originally as the Christian response to the situation in which he lives much of the population of Latin America. For Gutierrez, the center of the problem in Latin America is the sin manifested in an unjust social structure. Theologian emphasizes the dignity of the poor to prioritize the glory that God has placed in them. Liberation Theology is a theological movement within the Catholic Church who was born in Latin...

Why Liberation Theology Developed The theology of liberation consists of ideals that show material poverty as a bad thing and spiritual and solidarity poverty as a good thing. It also puts a strong emphasis on helping the poor and idealizes helping the poor as a Christian duty. Latin American liberation theology was the origin of this whole movement and began in Peru through Gustavo Gutierrez. Around the time when the Latin American liberation theology came about, Peru was a very poor...

The view and understanding of atonement is one of the widest in Christian theology. Unlike the dogmas that define the theology of trinity and incarnation and bring unity to Christian understanding, the theology of atonement has many different views that are widely held. The theology of atonement is one of the most important for Christians to understand, as it shapes our images of God, our understanding of salvation and how we are saved. In this essay, I will be looking at different theories...

Many of the doctrines and concepts central to Christianity have important philosophical implications or presuppositions. In this article we will take a closer look at some of the central doctrines and concepts, and their philosophical relevance. Of course, many philosophically laden doctrines and concepts are relevant to Christianity, and we cannot discuss them all here. Rather, our focus will be on those concepts and doctrines that are distinctively Christian, and which have been the focus...

 A Select Issue in Contemporary Theology: Process Theology Friday December 14, 2012 Table of Contents Introduction 1 History of Process Theology 1 The god of Process Theology versus The God of Scripture 2 Conclusion 2 Bibliography 3 Introduction Process theology is a system created to try to find a common basis for science and theology. Process theology continues today but the god defined by process theology is not the God of Scripture and it is important to clarify the differences in...

Theology of Hope: Junger Moltmann Moltmann was born in 1926. Identifies himself as an Evangelical. Moltmann’s first book Theology of Hope(1964) was also greatly influenced by Ernst Bloch’s The Principle of Hope. Also, Moltmann identifies the sources of his theology of hope and of God’s presence in suffering with his experiences of WWII. Moltmann studied at Göttingen, continued to do a doctoral dissertation and his second dissertation which qualifies him to become a lecturer in Germany. In...

1 Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality Liberty University Abstract McMinn, M. (1996). Psychology, Theology, and Spiritual in Christian Counseling: Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House Publishers. McMinn (1996) presents a comprehensive model on counseling process and techniques, as well as problems counselor faces in interdisciplinary integration within counseling, while maintaining a profession and...

Course Syllabus THEO 530 Systematic Theology II Course Description A course completing the study of systematic theology with special attention given to the doctrines of the person and work of Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and last things. Such issues as nature and extent of salvation, the origin, nature and future of the church, and the eternal state are explored. Rationale In relation to God, these doctrines are those that detail His work to glorify Himself in...

Outline of My Theology Paper My theology is being shaped by my reflection of my experiences in encountering the mystery that is God and about the relationship with the Mystery in whom we live and move and have our being. I am guided by L. William Countryman in my understanding of my encounter with the transcendent God who is the Hidden Reality yet profoundly connected in our lives in every moment of our human experience. I am appropriating Countryman's use of the metaphor of "the human...

 Theology is responsible for continuing search for the fullness of the truth of God made known as Jesus Christ. The task of theology is not just only following the traditional doctrines, but it is by inquiring the truth by questioning and finding answers related to the traditional doctrines. Asking questions presuppose an inseparable bond between our trust in God’s grace and our calls to God’s services. These questions are shaped by theological methods. Theological methods are...

BIBLICAL FOUNDATION FOR DEVELOPING CONTEXTUAL THEOLOGY Introduction Christianity which we follow today may not exist if there were no contextual theology. We would all have to learn Hebrew, Greek, Aramaic and culture of Israel by compulsion and then try to fit into the religious practices like circumcision, Sabbath and Jerusalem. It would be a problem for people other than the Jews to really understand and accept. Contextual theology helps people to know God better as it makes the Gospel...

Theo 202: Quiz 1 Study online at quizlet.com/_b3aow 1. Define the doctrine of eternal security. Salvation in three tenses The Christian has the promise of God that no one can separate him from God. 1. The Christian has been saved from the guilt and penalty of sin. 2. The Christian is being saved from the habit and dominion of sin. 3. the Christian will be saved at the Lord's return. True. 13. 2. What was the significance of the council of Dort and it's impact in defining he...

4 MAT review Jason Wilkerson Liberty University COUN 506 Integration of Psychology and Theology March 31, 2013 Abstract In his conceptual book, Psychology,...

Elizabeth Johnson is perhaps one of the most preeminent Catholic theologians of the new millennium. The fact that she is a woman religious who writes from a feminist perspective adds to her unique and distinguished career. This paper will examine the revisionist method espoused by Elizabeth Johnson, in an effort to understand her approach to Christian feminism. An overview of revisionist methodology will be presented so as to understand the framework in which Johnson works. References to some of...

Howard Thurman's Impact on Postmodern Liberation Theology "Community cannot for long feed on itself; it can only flourish with the coming of others from beyond, their unknown and undiscovered brothers." Howard Thurman, African American educator, theologian, Search For Common Ground, 1971. Using Jeremiah 17, Howard Thurman urges his listeners to find their security in God, not in the opinion of others. As Fluker and Tumber note, the denunciation of social elitism...

4 MAT Review McMinn Lynetric Rivers Liberty University Abstract In the book, “Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling”, author Mark McMinn gives the reader information on how these three entities can work together in Christian counseling. McMinn offers several ways in which this can be done including the use of prayer, Scripture, confession, forgiveness, the effects of sin, and redemption in counseling sessions. Through narration of counseling vignettes displaying...

Summary of William Paley’s Natural Theology (1802), Chapters I-III Keith Burgess-Jackson 22 September 2013 Introduction. Natural Theology was written during the late 1790s. It was published in the early months of 1802, three years before Paley died. The first printing of 1,000 copies sold out almost immediately. It was “an enormous success.” Second, third, and fourth editions were published the same year (1802). Fifth and sixth editions were published in 1808. Twelve more editions were published...

Running head: PSYCHOLOGY, THEOLOGY, AND SPIRITUALITY 4 MAT Review: Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling Liberty University Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling Abstract In this book published in 1996 by Tyndale House Publishers, McMinn (1996) talks about integrating psychology, theology, and spirituality. The first two chapters talk about history and using religion in the counseling sessions, as well...

4-MAT Review: Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling Liberty University McMinn, Ph.D., Mark R. Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (1996) 4 MAT Review: Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling Abstract Christian counseling is all about integrating psychology, theology and spirituality into counselor and clients lives. Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling gives insight into how these three perspectives can be used to help...

Between Liberation and Prosperity: the Political-Economic Ideologies in Latin American Theology Over the past 50 years, theology in Latin America has oscillated between liberation and prosperity theology. This movement reflects a polarization between the “option for the poor”, that began with liberation theology in the 1960’s; and the “option for the rich” during the early 1990’s, which supported a neoliberal model after the collapse of the communist alternative. Theology in Latin America...

Christians strive to emulate the ‘perfect' life of Jesus, though they know that they will never truly achieve their goals. The idea of God is almost always boiled down to the "aspiration to participate in or be in harmony with perfection.1" But how does this perfection shape our conception of God? The nature of perfection is defined in theistic circles as love. There are two schools of thought addressed in the selection; traditional theism & process theism. Cobb & Griffin discuss the conflict...

Comparative Analysis Of The Various Contemporary Theologies For Systematic Theology TH 200 This paper is an attempt to assemble a comparative analysis of the various contemporary theologies presented by Paul Enns and Millard J. Erickson. In order to do a comparison we first need to understand the individuals involved and how theology is defined by each of these individuals. Generally speaking the term theology comes to us from Greek words meaning “the study of God”....

Faith, Reason and the Existence of God Denys Turner University of Cambridge Contents Preface Acknowledgements Part I The ‘shape’ of reason 1 2 3 4 5 6 Clarifications and issues Negative theology and natural theology The darkness of God and the light of Christ Intellect Reason and rhetoric The ‘shape’ of reason page ix xvii 3 26 48 75 89 108 Part II Univocity, ‘difference’ and ‘onto-theology’ 7 8 9 Univocity and inference: Duns Scotus God, grammar, and difference Existence and...

In the book of Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity: An Introduction to Worldview Issues, Philosophical Foundations, and Models of Integration, by David N. Entwistle focus on the aspect of integrating Christian faith with psychology .The importance of the book is a gain a “more complete view of humans nature and weaving together perspectives from with either perspective alone” ( Entwistle, 2010, p. 3). His purpose raised questions on whether psychology and Christianity are...

Quiz 1 Study Guide Towns: Chapter I What does “prolegomena” mean? Things that were said before. What are the three presuppositions of prolegomena? 1: There is a God. 2: Truth exist. 3: A person can know the truth. What is the contemporary usage of the word “theology?” The science of religion or doctrine of the church. What is catechism? The study of theology stimulated by questions. What are five presuppositions for the task of theologizing? 1.there is a God and he has revealed...

The mere existence of a greater being, God has been a debate for longer than almost any other scientific in history. We are told that McCloskey refers to arguments as proofs and often implies that they cannot definitively establish the case for God, so therefore they should be abandoned. He says that because these arguments/debates, have no proof he dismisses the term argument and refers to them as “proofs”. McCloskey states that theists do not believe in God because said proofs but rather than...

I found Descartes’ way of thinking very interesting when compared to Aristotle. Descartes doubts the existence of God when he decides to start over and completely ignore his senses. He states in his third meditation, “…and I do not yet even know for sure whether there is a God at all…I must examine whether there is a God, and if there is, whether he can be a deceiver.” (25) Descartes makes a goal for himself to find out if there is a God and who he is. According to Aquinas we will never be able...

What is theological reflection? How can I relate life to theology, and theology to life? What is practical theology? In what ways might we connect Christian practice with Christian thinking and writing? These are the questions that Theological Reflection: Methods seeks to address; and through the adoption of a typological approach and engagement with primary sources, it does so very successfully. The authors -- three eminent practical theologians in Britain -- recognize that while such...

TOPIC STATEMENT How does the question of truth affect the post-modern worldview and what is the response of the Christian worldview? THESIS STATEMENT The post-modern worldview questions the ideals, principles, values, and truths of the modern world. Operating from a state of flux, the post-modern worldview is open to critique. This paper offers a brief synopsis of the post-modern worldview’s perspectives on absolute truth, and a theological response that highlights the applications of the...

A Theory of Religious Praxis Roy Lazar A Pastoral or Practical? The youngest branch of the oldest discipline of the academic world is Pastoral or Practical Theology. Is it pastoral or practical? Pastoral is from predominantly Catholic circle denoting a science dealing with the religious activities of the Christian community. Practical is from the German Reformation churches giving a theoretical framework for the life and action of a Christian community. Pastoral is derived from the...

Jose Vittorio D. Abriol TREDTRI V24 "Discovering God" To everyone, God is a question of concern. There are people who are very religious and cherish Him, and there are people who don't believe in Him. Some people know God only as a character in a Bible. Many people around the world talk about feeling the presence of God. Many say "God is on my side." As a member of a Catholic family, I believe that there is really a God. He may be intangible but I can assure that there is His presence....

Douglass’ fifth paragraph on Chapter X begins with carefully depicted details, along with syntax and figurative language. The author uses the passage to portray the true hardships he has been faced with as a slave, and how beaten his soul and his life truly are. The first few lines discuss the routine of work; how work was to be done in all types of weather on any type of day. This use of detail soon transpires into figurative language as Douglass “was broken in body, soul, and spirit”. The use...

“If Only there is No God then there is No Problem:” A Theological Reflection On the Mystery of Evil And Uniqueness of God For a theologian or an ordinary person concerned with the problem of theodicy, human suffering appears to be inconsistent with the notion of a God who is all-powerful and good. It is rationally inconceivable to claim belief in such a God when people are faced with senseless suffering in their day-today-life. How do we respond to the events of suffering that challenge...

 Analysis, Synthesis and Critique: Created for Community Introduction - Christian Belief & Christian Living. Alphacrucis College Paramatta RES401 – Essay 1 Due Date: 24th March 2014 Handed In: 18th March 2014 Word Count: 1737 Plagiarism Quiz Score: 10/10 Plagiarism Quiz Completed: 18th March 2014 Declaration of Authorship I hereby declare that the following work in this assessment is my own, except where indicated through due referencing. This assessment has not, in...

A Short Life of Jonathan Edwards, by George M. Marsden, tells the story of one of the most renowned theologians to be born on the American soil. Jonathan Edwards was born into a Puritan evangelical household on October 5, 1703, in East Windsor, Connecticut. He was the fifth of eleven children born to the Rev. Timothy and Esther Edwards. His childhood education immersed him not only in the study of the Bible and Christian theology but also in classics and ancient languages. During his...

Summa Theologica: Structure, Scope, and Purpose → Summary The Summa Theologica is divided into three parts, and each of these three parts contains numerous subdivisions. Part 1 deals primarily with God and comprises discussions of 119 questions concerning the existence and nature of God, the Creation, angels, the work of the six days of Creation, the essence and nature of man, and divine government. Part 2 deals with man and includes discussions of 303 questions concerning the purpose of...

The Letter of Paul to Romans Romans is the longest and most theologically significant of the letters of Paul. It can be described as a tractate letter, one that is composed of a theological argument or series of arguments. A letter essay as it may be, it was received by the people of the church at Rome who were mostly Gentiles. Paul, as the author of the letter to Romans, must have written the letter in Corinth. This is most likely on the near end of his third missionary journey. While...

2013-2014 Semester 1 Final Test Study Guide Online/Blended Doctrine No study is more valuable that careful reading of your textbook. Questions are often made straight from the words of the text. If there are sections from Chapters 1 through 8 that you did not read, go back and read it. - Bareford, Brink, Wrasman Unit 1 Intro to the Bible: 1. How did the early church decide a book was canonical (under God’s providence)? Inspired and point to Christ. 2. Who decided what books are in...

WHITNEY READING REPORT Liberty University Name of Student: Student ID: Class: PLED 520 Instructor Name: Dr. Bishop Date Submitted: 2/08/2013 Introduction Donald Whitney calls on his experience as a Pastor, Theologian, Professor, published author and Christian to present the reader with a one-volume compilation of those disciplines that help shape and direct the Christian Life. Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life meets the reader on the road to seeking God, as both a...

Summary: , this is a great start. You will simply want to build and reshape this as you grow in your understanding through the course. This essentially forms the first draft of your Module 7 essay. Revisit the categories and questions in Lecture 1 and Cosgrove (pp. 30-32). Think about how you would answer those questions for yourself. Does that make sense? Give me a call if you have any questions. I would be happy to help. CWV 101 Module 1 - Preliminary Worldview Essay Template...

My God, My Hero The definition of a hero is a person admired for brave deeds, noble qualities, and outstanding achievements, and God is my perfect example of a hero. God is a great example of a hero because He is very loving; He has no hate for anyone. God is always there with His arms open no matter what the situation might be. He is also very forgiving when a sin against Him has been made, no matter how big or small. God is an amazing hero because He is affectionate, always there, and...

Adrienne Smith THE202_D07 Short Essay #1 Short Essay on Hamartiology In order to better understand Hamartiology we must first begin to unravel the place in which Hamartiology originally derived. Hamartiology technically is the study of sin. Hamartiology, in the original Greek, literally means missing the mark. In order to get a better understanding of the study of sin, we must first means one must first look at where sin first began. The first sin and disobedient act against God can be...

The concept of happiness has concerned the mind of man since ancient times. Evidence of this can be found in the numerous volumes written on the subject of true happiness and how such a state of mind can be obtained. Two such works, Boethius' The Consolation of Philosophy and St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa Theologica, although written over seven hundred years apart, posit the Christian notion of God as an integral part of human happiness. Differences between the two philosophies come to light when...

RESEARCH PAPER FOR THEO 525 on THE BIBLICAL WAY TO ADDRESS POSTMODERNISM THEO 525 DLP (fall 2008) Systematic Theology I Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary Jeffrey R. Musgrave (ID# 225429) December 10,2008 Table of Contents Introduction . 3 Is Postmodern Theology an Oxymoron? . 3 A Definition of Christian Theology . 3 Defining Postmodernism .. 4 Can Theology be Synthesized with Postmodernism? .. 5 The...

Descartes and God In his groundbreaking work, Meditations on First Philosophy, the French philosopher Rene Descartes lays the groundwork for many philosophical principles by attempting to “establish a bold and lasting knowledge” (171)1. The foundations for knowledge Descartes established would go on to influence a plethora of other philosophers and philosophical works. Descartes argues in his meditations first from the point of view of complete skepticism, using skepticism as a tool in order...

The cosmological argument for the existence of god According to St. John 8:31-32 said, “If you remain in my word, you will truly be my disciples, and you will know the truth and the truth shall set you free”. This sentence is come from the bible, but I am not a christian, so I do not really understand what this means. I guess it was talking about if people believe in god, and trust his words, and in the end the will get the freedom. For many of christians, they believes in god, but many...

Psalm 1, 23, 32 Psalm 1, 23 and 32 is from the bible and these Psalms praise to the God by people. It is also the worship to God and shows that another way for pursuit of happiness is singing the Psalms or praising the God because people who believe in God think that they can be protect from troubles and forgiven their sins by God. By trusting that the God, they believe that they will be safe and not need to worry about their starvation or survival. They believe that God will provide them with...

The Presence of God and Evil The presence of evil is an uncomfortable, unavoidable presence. We encounter evil things on a day-to-day basis, and find this idea of evil as a reason to justify many actions of others, and sometimes to justify actions of our own. This idea of coming into contact with profoundly immoral and malevolent things creates an idea in some minds that how can this so called God allow such “evil” things. Does the fact of evil count against for the proposition that God...

 The sermon, “from Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God,” by Jonathan Edwards explains how sinners are going to go to hell because they have sin. Edwards is persuading his audience by trying to convert people, he explains to sinners what is going to happen to them and give examples describing how sinner were going to hell. Edward is trying to convert people. The reason is that he wants to build a better society, trying to make people have a relationship with God and he look down to...

Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy December 12, 2005 Take-Home Final In regards to Montaigne's statement on page 23 in Apology for Raymond Sebond, I would deduce that he was using the metaphor of nature and natural tendencies in opposition to man's vain, self-seeking façade that displaces God the creator. Montaigne's statement appears to (on the surface at least) value mans naturalistic tendencies and graces in a much better light than our own vain-striving presumptions that claim that...

Knowing God Systematic Theology I Knowing God The study of God has been taken place for many centuries. There have been various well known theologians that have spent a life time studying theology. What is theology? Theology is the study of God. It has been a desire for many Christians to know God. It is a true fact that no one will ever know God fully. “No one knows the Son except the Father and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son...

Book Review: Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity: David Entwistle Yvonne M. Garcia Liberty University Summary David Entwistle’s (2010) book, Integrative approaches to psychology and Christianity: An introduction to worldview issues, philosophical foundations, and models of integration, opens the reader’s eyes to unexpected possibilities, beginning with the often combative regimes of faith and reason using Tertullian’s symbolism of Athens as the seat of reason and...

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary Theo 530: Systematic Theology II Lesson 1 Dr. Daniel R Mitchell, Professor Introduction to Christology Contemporary Issues in Christological Method Overview Christ and History The Search Christology from Above vs. from Below The Person or Work of Christ, Which is Prior? Christ and Myth I. Introduction to this Study A. Relation to other Theological Study 1 Theology Proper (above) 2 Man and Sin (below)...

Quiz 1 Study Guide Towns: pp. 419–479 Distinguish between the historical aspect of salvation (salvation accomplished) and the applied aspect of salvation (salvation applied). 1. The historical aspect of salvation includes: the redemption by blood, the reconciliation of man to God, the propitiation of God's wrath, the fulfilling of the law and the forgiveness of sins. ➢ 2. The applied aspect of salvation includes: evangelism, regeneration, sanctification and discipleship State the five...

Week 5 Assignment E. Ann Gaines Ali Mid-America Christian University Biblical Concepts of Mental Health PSYC 4103 Professor J . Dozier October 23, 2012 Week 5 Assignment 1. Give one circumstance in which forgiveness would be a reasonable short term goal. Then give one circumstance where forgiveness would be a long term goal? Is there ever a circumstance where forgiveness might not be a goal in the counseling process? A circumstance where forgiveness would be a reasonable short...

Transformed Worldview Student Assignments - Week Four Read Curtis, pages 131-155, and give written responses to questions 1 and 6 on page 152. Study Questions for Curtis, Chapter 8, Page 152 1. Consider the farmer in Isa. 28:23-29, whose God-given knowledge of farming techniques comes through general revelation. Have you ever experienced anything similar? Have you ever learned how to do something through tradition, observation, experimentation, but believe the lessons come...

Over the course of this five-day period I have gained much more experience than I thought I would. On the first day of this project I thought it would be easy and did not try to hard to complete my fasting feasting statement of fasting on complaining and feasting on appreciation. As I reflected on the day, I found that I complained even more than I thought. I didn’t realize it as it was happening but while reflecting, I realized how often I do it without noticing. At the end of the day I vowed...

1. Metaphysics Metaphysics is the study of “reality.” More specifically it is the study of reality that is beyond the scientific or mathematical realms. The term “metaphysics” itself literally means “beyond the physical.” The metaphysical issues most discussed are the existence of God, the soul, and the afterlife. 2. Epistemology - This philosophy study concerns human knowledge: what knowledge is, what the conditions are which make human knowledge possible and the extent to which human...

Topic: That Jesus Christ is saviour is one of the core beliefs of Christianity. Outline and critically evaluate some traditional ways of understanding salvation. Outline and critically evaluate some contemporary theologians’ thinking on salvation. Briefly address the implications of this for teaching salvation in schools. The Oxford English Dictionary defines salvation as “deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Christ” . “Sin”, in...

Practice means constant use of one's intellectual and aesthetic powers. Perfect means 'ideal', complete and excellent'. Proper planning and practice promote perfect performance. Practice depends on training and it means repeating an activity. Constant practice also sharpens talents. One has to follow certain qualities to be perfect. These are hard work, strong well power, faith, tolerance, positive approach, self confidence and dedication. The quality that prepares one for all other qualities...

“How is it possible to know anything at all?” John Calvin gives his answer to this timeless question in Chapters 1-3 of his Institutes. His theory of epistemology is based on his belief that humans are naturally aware of God. He also asserts two fundamental knowledges- God and self- and he elaborates upon the relationship between the two. I. Biography of John Calvin A. Birth and childhood B. Schooling and further education C. Early works and accomplishments II. How is it possible to...

St. Augustine is a fourth century philosopher whose groundbreaking philosophy infused Christian doctrine with Neoplatonism. He is famous for being an inimitable Catholic theologian and for his agnostic contributions to Western philosophy. He argues that skeptics have no basis for claiming to know that there is no knowledge. In a proof for existence similar to one later made famous by René Descartes, Augustine says, “[Even] If I am mistaken, I am.” He is the first Western philosopher to...

Brittney Spellman CWV-101 December 14, 2014 Matthew Hampton Detailed Worldview Outline Directions: Write an Introduction of 3-5 sentences to set up the purpose of the outline. Address each question with 1-2 sentences (“a” = 1 sentence / “b” = 1 sentence). Write a Conclusion of 3-5 sentences to wrap up the purpose of the outline. Total word count for this document should be 400-650 words. Introduction: What is worldview? Worldview is seen through the many perspectives of others....

Response Paper McCloskey Article (278.205 Kb) Having completed the unit of philosophy of religion, you are now ready to respond to an article written by an actual atheist. This article, titled “On Being an Atheist,” was written by H. J. McCloskey in 1968 for the journal Question. McCloskey is an Australian philosopher who wrote a number of atheistic works in the 1960s and 70s including the book God and Evil (Nijhoff, 1974). In this article, McCloskey is both critical of the classical...

Assignment on: Paul Tillich’s Theological Method of Correlation Submitted to: Dr. Samuel George Submitted by: Sunil K. Rajan, M. Div. – III ------------------------------------------------- Date: November 10, 2011 1.0. Introduction Paul Tillich (1886-1965) was a major figure in twentieth-century theology. After holding several academic posts in Germany, he and his family moved to the United States in November 1933. He subsequently held teaching positions at Union Theological Seminary,...

Below are four problems. I have phrased each in two forms to facilitate comprehension. Tuesday you will not be allowed to transcribe an already written essay...you will only be allowed notes...Answer one or two questions from the following: 1. How does Original Sin factor into Christianity's independence from Judaism, despite its complete use of the Jewish Holy Scriptutes (the Tanakh/the old testament)? (in other words) How does Original Sin help make a unique Christian theology (point of...

Puritan Era Essay Edward Taylor Living during the late 1600’s, Edward Taylor lived through a time of many hardships. With the constant battles between colonists and natives going on, he lived in fear of his home and life being in jeopardy. Yet, through this terrifying time, he wrote poetry that earned him the name of the best colonial poet. Some aspects that can be looked at of his writing are his style, subject matter, and tone. The first area of his writing is his style. Edward...

How do we know? How do we know? Language of revelation Unveiling/disclosure of something previously hidden Has a gift like quality Meaning of revelation in Christian theology God’s self disclosure (as opposed to transference of knowledge) in Creation History of the people of Israel Person of Jesus Christ Particular events and people Personal appropriation It is always disturbing revelation is meant to open us up to new possibilities and sets...

Everyone makes mistakes, commit sins at some point in there life. It’s a human nature to make mistakes. But to forgive someone from those mistakes is indeed very hard. It doesn’t happen naturally like making a mistake. People are acting in a divine way when they forgive. One almost have to be in a real holy place in there mind to forgive someone. ” To err is human” it’s only human to make mistakes. As humans, we think we forgive but usually we can’t forget easily, which is a larger part of...

Introduction During this course, (Ministry & Context), I have grown tremendously in my theological understandings. This class has helped me to be able to place things in which, I deemed impossible to reality. I was able to connect the thought of practicum and the knowledge of praxis in this class. This paper will give a theological analysis, while reexamining the focus of the themes in which I presented in class. I will also share and reflect critically on the feedback of comments...

Practice makes a man perfect! “With persistence, one can get the hardest rock with the softest rope and with practice the heaviest brain likewise becomes super brilliant” Practice is the act of rehearsing a behavior over and over while Perfection is, broadly, a state of completeness and flawlessness. One has to follow certain qualities to be perfect. These are strong will-power, tolerance, positive approach, faith, hard work, and dedication. One should not stop practicing and be satisfied...