Exploring The Dynamics Of Transformative Change Of Lectio Divina In The Context Of Transformative Learning Theory, 2016 Asbury Theological Seminary
Exploring The Dynamics Of Transformative Change Of Lectio Divina In The Context Of Transformative Learning Theory, Joyce M. Chen
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
‘Perfect’ In Matt 5:48: A Case For Mandatory Retirement, 2016 George Fox University
‘Perfect’ In Matt 5:48: A Case For Mandatory Retirement, Kent Yinger
Faculty Publications - Portland Seminary
The English gloss “perfect” is used less and less to translate Heb tam and Gk teleios in biblical texts referring to human beings (e.g., Noah, Job). Understandably so, since it strikes most readers (and exegetes) as out of place to refer to flawed human beings as “perfect.” In one place, however, this gloss stubbornly persists; namely, in Matt 5:48 (“be ye therefore perfect”). This paper will examine the interpretive background to this translation, possible reasons for its persistence in Matt 5:48, and will suggest alternatives for future translators.
Developing Parental Leadership Through Biblical Love As Expressed In Presence, Communication, And Discipline In The Homes At Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Shelby, North Carolina, 2016 Gardner-Webb University
Developing Parental Leadership Through Biblical Love As Expressed In Presence, Communication, And Discipline In The Homes At Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Shelby, North Carolina, M. Lamont Littlejohn Jr.
Doctor of Ministry Projects
A Christian education curriculum was established at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Shelby, North Carolina, to develop parental leadership centered on biblical love. The goal was to train parents to model biblical love in their homes. Relying upon scripture affirming parental leadership in the home, parents were enlisted and participated in a six-week study. Surveys measured experience, involvement, practice, and understanding of biblical knowledge. There was no significant statistical difference between the control group and focus group quantitatively; however, the focus group was also assessed qualitatively by means of theological reflection, presence, communication, and discipline application activities. Final reviews indicated …
The Pragmatic Constraints Of ἈΛλά In The Synoptic Gospels, 2016 Asbury Theological Seminary
The Pragmatic Constraints Of ἈΛλά In The Synoptic Gospels, Shawn I. Craigmiles
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Biblical Principles Of Small Group Ministry, 2016 Liberty University
Biblical Principles Of Small Group Ministry, Shawn Barr
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
Small group ministry models abound today, and so do the materials that provide the methodology for these models. However, there seems to be a dearth of resources that connect the methods with a theological foundation. This project will demonstrate the need for examining small groups from a theological aspect, and then examine the principles of biblical community as found in Scripture. These principles will then be measured through surveys of at least fifty participants in small group settings from several churches, including the churches where the author was the small group pastor for the last seven years and where he …
A Causal Comparative Analysis Of Biblical Worldview Among Graduate Students Based On Christian School Attendance, 2016 Liberty University
A Causal Comparative Analysis Of Biblical Worldview Among Graduate Students Based On Christian School Attendance, David Baniszewski
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
One of the primary objectives of the Christian school (K-12) is the development of a biblical worldview in its students. This study examined the impact that these Christian schools had on their students’ biblical worldview development by administering a biblical worldview assessment to graduate students at a private, Christian university (Liberty University). Christian, graduate students in the School of Education at Liberty completed a demographic survey and a biblical worldview assessment. The survey collected information on age, gender, type of K-12 schools attended, profession to the Christian faith, and denominational background. The results of the survey and assessment were analyzed …
Table Of Contents, 2016 Pepperdine University
It Doesn't Feel Like Church To Me, 2016 Pepperdine University
It Doesn't Look Like Church To Me!, 2016 Pepperdine University
The Great Communion Service Of October 4, 2009, 2016 Pepperdine University
The Great Communion Service Of October 4, 2009, David Baird
Leaven
No abstract provided.
The Argument Of Hebrews, 2016 Liberty University
The Argument Of Hebrews, Austen Haney
The Kabod
This is a commentary on the book of Hebrews
Woman At The Well, 2016 Butler University
Woman At The Well, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
Dr. James McGrath's contribution to Bible Odyssey, a Society of Biblical Literature initiative.
Revisiting The Mandaeans And The New Testament, 2016 Butler University
Revisiting The Mandaeans And The New Testament, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
The Mandaeans have been known to scholars for as long as there has been modern scholarship. Thanks to advances in technology, you can now find some of their ancient texts online, and videos of their baptismal rituals on YouTube. Yet as fascinating as the Mandaeans are, and as much as modern technologies can facilitate greater familiarity with them, the amount of attention that they receive is surprisingly sparse – although there are encouraging signs that that is at least beginning to change.
“Did Jesus Die In Outer Space? Evaluating A Key Claim In Richard Carrier’S On The Historicity Of Jesus, 2016 Butler University
“Did Jesus Die In Outer Space? Evaluating A Key Claim In Richard Carrier’S On The Historicity Of Jesus, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
The attempt to use later sources, interpreted in ways that are at best open to dispute, in an attempt to argue against what generations of skeptical scholars have concluded to be likely with respect to the early Christian sources, is never going to make mythicism seem more probable than the hard-earned and intensely-researched consensus of historians and scholars, namely that there was a historical Jesus of Nazareth.
Which John? The Elder, The Seer, And The Apostle, 2016 Butler University
Which John? The Elder, The Seer, And The Apostle, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
Dr. James McGrath's contribution to Bible Odyssey, a Society of Biblical Literature initiative.
Jesus And The Money Changers (John 2:13-16), 2016 Butler University
Jesus And The Money Changers (John 2:13-16), James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
Dr. James F. McGrath's Contribution to Bible Odyssey, a Society of Biblical Literature initiative.
Mark’S Missing Ending: Clues From The Gospel Of John And The Gospel Of Peter, 2016 Butler University
Mark’S Missing Ending: Clues From The Gospel Of John And The Gospel Of Peter, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
The Gospel of Peter may be unique among early Christian Gospels in its embracing of those details towards the end of Mark’s story that other readers and authors both ancient and modern have found to be problematic, in particular the fear of the women and their failure to say anything to anyone.
Mythicism And The Making Of Mark, 2016 Butler University
Mythicism And The Making Of Mark, James F. Mcgrath
James F. McGrath
Carrier’s approach allows him to say that every single thing he finds in the relevant sources is “exactly what we’d expect” if mythicism is true – “as symbolic myth, every oddity is explained, and indeed expected.” This is because “they made this up” is compatible with everything that any text says – especially if one excludes in advance the possibility of using traditional critical methods and criteria for determining that some details may reflect actual historical events.
Easter 5 Series C 2016, 2016 Concordia University - Portland
Easter 5 Series C 2016, Phillip L. Brandt
Sunday's Sermon
This PDF comments on the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Series C, and offers up sermon ideas.
Righting America At The Creation Museum, 2016 University of Dayton
Righting America At The Creation Museum, Susan L. Trollinger, William Vance Trollinger
William Vance Trollinger Jr.
On May 28, 2007, the Creation Museum opened in Petersburg, Kentucky. Aimed at scientifically demonstrating that the universe was created less than ten thousand years ago by a Judeo-Christian god, the museum is hugely popular, attracting millions of visitors over the past eight years. Surrounded by themed topiary gardens and a petting zoo with camel rides, the site conjures up images of a religious Disneyland. Inside, visitors are met by dinosaurs at every turn and by a replica of the Garden of Eden that features the Tree of Life, the serpent, and Adam and Eve.
In Righting America at the …