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Reading Scripture: Developing Intimacy With God, The Church, And Community, Tammy Janiece Jacko
Reading Scripture: Developing Intimacy With God, The Church, And Community, Tammy Janiece Jacko
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
By addressing the biblical literacy that results from not reading Scripture, and lack of discipline, Christians will experience spiritual growth, maturity, and a Christian worldview as a result of applying proper exegesis and hermeneutics of Scripture. The purpose of this Doctor of Ministry thesis project is to help Christians read the Bible by engaging in proper biblical interpretation. According to Fee and Stuart, “a text cannot mean what it could never have meant for its original readers/hearers. The interpretation of the biblical text is what the original writer had first spoken or written,” directly from God; therefore, developing the skills …
Genesis 10 & 11: A Theological And Geographical Framework For The Mission Of Paul, Jackson Scott Richardson
Genesis 10 & 11: A Theological And Geographical Framework For The Mission Of Paul, Jackson Scott Richardson
Masters Theses
The aim of this thesis is to offer a holistic solution to the purpose problem. Current scholarship has yet to provide a perspective that accounts for both the theological perspectives of Paul’s missional work and geographical plans of Paul’s missionary journeys. By establishing the Table of Nations and the Tower of Babel as a common factor from which Paul’s theological perspectives and geographical decision making derive, this study will build a foundation from which future work can gain insight into Pauline thought and encourage a renewed emphasis on understanding Genesis 10 and 11 when considering biblical study of the New …
Depression In Black Men: One Church’S Solution, Dwayne T. Baskin
Depression In Black Men: One Church’S Solution, Dwayne T. Baskin
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This dissertation examines the Black Church’s influence on Pentecostal African-American men who are depressed, and how the church may assist these men to heal from the wounds of despair through a Pentecostal experience. While many Pentecostal African-American men have matriculated through the ranks of leadership, establishing successful businesses, churches, ministries, and organizational denominations; they are teetering on the edge of an emotional and spiritual breakdown. Researchers have found that African-American men are understudied and underdiagnosed as it pertains to depression. Eight African-American Pentecostal men were interviewed and given questionnaires to examine how depression affected them while maintaining leadership roles in …
Evaluating Discipleship Program Effectiveness Of Liberian Churches In Worcester, Massachusetts, Jesse G. Gibson
Evaluating Discipleship Program Effectiveness Of Liberian Churches In Worcester, Massachusetts, Jesse G. Gibson
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This project is evaluating discipleship program effectiveness of Liberian churches in Worcester, Massachusetts. The goal of this thesis is to develop a strategy and effective program for the Liberian churches in Worcester, Massachusetts as a tool to train and educate the Liberian churches for effective and adequate discipleship programs. This project will survey Liberian Christians residing in Worcester, Massachusetts who are members of churches that are dominantly Liberians. This research will help others to understand their religious background, social lifestyles and commitment to discipleship. Implementation of the 12-step training proposed in this project will enable the Liberian churches to be …
Short-Term Missions: Developing An Effective And Sustainable Program In The Local Church, Matthew Alan Trill
Short-Term Missions: Developing An Effective And Sustainable Program In The Local Church, Matthew Alan Trill
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
Increasing numbers of churches, schools, and Christian ministries are sending out teams to foreign countries for brief trips. Without proper oversight these may become little more than sightseeing excursions. This project seeks to develop a ministry for the New Testament Baptist Church in Largo, Florida that will support its missionaries’ objectives and provide significant spiritual experiences for participants. The project focuses on determining proper objectives, training team members, raising funds, arranging logistical matters, and implementing components into a successful outreach. Research includes a thorough examination of biblical principles, contemporary resources on the topic, and at least sixty surveys from experienced …
Trying Times: 21st Century Sexual Revolution, Churches And Ministers At-Risk, Samuel H. Murray
Trying Times: 21st Century Sexual Revolution, Churches And Ministers At-Risk, Samuel H. Murray
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The 21st Century Sexual Revolution in America is redefining marriage, gender identity, human sexuality and public interaction while simultaneously challenging those who dare disagree. As the pastor of a small church, this writer is concerned about potential litigation as a result of these societal changes. These issues are rapidly emerging and evolving. Governmental bodies, corporations, advocacy groups, and courts at all levels are engaged. Churches and ministers may be at risk of adverse legal actions. A review of legal cases will reveal trends and precedents concerning these issues. Individual interviews will engage ministers and churches as to their preparedness and/or …
Lyrics In Congregational Song: A Biblical And Historical Survey, Michael May
Lyrics In Congregational Song: A Biblical And Historical Survey, Michael May
Senior Honors Theses
Is there a standard as to what constitutes biblical, God-honoring congregational song lyrics? In this paper, I will seek to address this question through a review of relevant biblical principles and positions of prominent leaders throughout church history. The Bible provides a language of worship in the Psalms and includes some information regarding singing in the New Testament. Biblical principles have been applied throughout the centuries by various church fathers. The synthesis of biblical principles and historical contributions will produce a set of guidelines by which congregational song lyrics may be evaluated for the purpose of contextual application in modern …
The Physio-Emotional Effects Of Audio In The Global Christian Church, Evelyn Hanks
The Physio-Emotional Effects Of Audio In The Global Christian Church, Evelyn Hanks
Senior Honors Theses
Audio, specifically as researched by the film industry specialists, has physical and emotional effects on those exposed to it. These effects follow from manipulation of sound’s characteristics in specific and measurable ways. The responsibility of the Christian is to share the gospel with others and support the kingdom of God with his or her skills. In light of these truths, Christian audio specialists should have a thorough knowledge of the physio-emotional effects of audio. Further, they should not shy away from applying strategies from secular audio research to benefit local churches across the globe.
Reexamining Amos’ Use Of Rhetorical Questions In Hebrew Prophetic Rhetoric, Matthew Bovard
Reexamining Amos’ Use Of Rhetorical Questions In Hebrew Prophetic Rhetoric, Matthew Bovard
Masters Theses
The book of Amos contains a message of repentance and judgment to eighth-century Israel. However, the book also portrays the Hebrew prophet persuading his audience of their condemnation before a God whom they do not fully understand. The prophet employs rhetorical questions to help assert his argument. Modern scholarship, however, does not address the function(s) of rhetorical questions from a purely Hebrew context, but evaluates them from an approach heavily influenced by Classical rhetoric. This error results in an incomplete view of Amos’ rhetoric and message that removes the rhetorical questions from the context of the Hebrew prophet. Thus, a …
Question 14 - What Are The Positions Of Neo-Evangelicalism, Mysticism, And Neo-Orthodoxy In Regards To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 14 - What Are The Positions Of Neo-Evangelicalism, Mysticism, And Neo-Orthodoxy In Regards To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 9 - Who Are The 100 Most Important Or Well-Known Individuals In The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 9 - Who Are The 100 Most Important Or Well-Known Individuals In The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 11 - What Are The Positions Of Liberalism And Agnosticism In Regards To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 11 - What Are The Positions Of Liberalism And Agnosticism In Regards To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 1 - What Are Perhaps The Three Most Graphic And Glorious Descriptions Of The Bible Ever Penned?, Harold Willmington
Question 1 - What Are Perhaps The Three Most Graphic And Glorious Descriptions Of The Bible Ever Penned?, Harold Willmington
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Question 10 - What Are The Positions Of The Roman Catholic Church And The Cults In Regard To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 10 - What Are The Positions Of The Roman Catholic Church And The Cults In Regard To The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 18 - What Is Meant By The Authority Of The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 18 - What Is Meant By The Authority Of The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 25 - What Objects Or Materials Was The Bible Written Upon?, Harold Willmington
Question 25 - What Objects Or Materials Was The Bible Written Upon?, Harold Willmington
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Question 24 - What Language Was The Bible Written In?, Harold Willmington
Question 24 - What Language Was The Bible Written In?, Harold Willmington
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Question 27 - Where Were The Old And New Testament Canonical Books Kept?, Harold Willmington
Question 27 - Where Were The Old And New Testament Canonical Books Kept?, Harold Willmington
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Question 17 - What Are Some Symbols For The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 17 - What Are Some Symbols For The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 21 - What Is Meant By The Sufficiency Of The Bible?, Harold Willmington
Question 21 - What Is Meant By The Sufficiency Of The Bible?, Harold Willmington
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Question 29 - What Biblical Books Were At First Temporarily Disputed And Why?, Harold Willmington
Question 29 - What Biblical Books Were At First Temporarily Disputed And Why?, Harold Willmington
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Question 33 - Is The 66-Book Biblical Canon Completed And Closed?, Harold Willmington
Question 33 - Is The 66-Book Biblical Canon Completed And Closed?, Harold Willmington
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Question 34 - What Are The Responsibilities God Has Assigned To Himself Regarding The Impartation Of The Scriptures?, Harold Willmington
Question 34 - What Are The Responsibilities God Has Assigned To Himself Regarding The Impartation Of The Scriptures?, Harold Willmington
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Question 36 - What Is The Difference Between General And Special Revelation?, Harold Willmington
Question 36 - What Is The Difference Between General And Special Revelation?, Harold Willmington
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Question 38 - Can General Revelation In And By Itself Bring Someone To A Saving Knowledge Of Jesus Christ?, Harold Willmington
Question 38 - Can General Revelation In And By Itself Bring Someone To A Saving Knowledge Of Jesus Christ?, Harold Willmington
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Question 41 - What Is The Difference Between Inspiration And Inerrancy?, Harold Willmington
Question 41 - What Is The Difference Between Inspiration And Inerrancy?, Harold Willmington
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Question 45 - What Are Some Key Verses On Inspiration And Inerrancy?, Harold Willmington
Question 45 - What Are Some Key Verses On Inspiration And Inerrancy?, Harold Willmington
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Question 49 - What Is Illumination And How Does It Differ From Revelation And Inspiration?, Harold Willmington
Question 49 - What Is Illumination And How Does It Differ From Revelation And Inspiration?, Harold Willmington
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Question 50 - Why The Need For Illumination?, Harold Willmington
Question 50 - Why The Need For Illumination?, Harold Willmington
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Question 51 - What Are The Results And Implications Of Illumination?, Harold Willmington
Question 51 - What Are The Results And Implications Of Illumination?, Harold Willmington
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