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Prolegomena To A Buddhist(Ic) Critique Of Capitalism, James Mark Shields
Prolegomena To A Buddhist(Ic) Critique Of Capitalism, James Mark Shields
Faculty Contributions to Books
Not even three decades removed from Francis Fukuyama’s post-Cold War proclamation of the “End of History,” the Western world is now undergoing a crisis of conscience – at the very least – with respect to both capitalism as an economic system and neoliberalism as its less-recognized but ever-present ideological foundation. The financial crisis of 2008, the subsequent Great Recession, the Occupy movement(s) of 2011, the 2016 challenge of self-styled Democratic Socialist Senator Bernie Sanders for the Democratic nomination, and growing anxiety about the fate of the planet, particularly among the young, have opened up new avenues of critique, and brought …
The Hero And His Temptress : A Re-Analysis Of The Ancient Near Eastern Expression Of The K2111 "Potiphar's Wife Motif" In Light Of Judges 16, Alison K. Hawanchak
The Hero And His Temptress : A Re-Analysis Of The Ancient Near Eastern Expression Of The K2111 "Potiphar's Wife Motif" In Light Of Judges 16, Alison K. Hawanchak
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Immitatio Ezechielis : The Irregular Grammar Of Revelation Reconsidered, Garret E. Best
Immitatio Ezechielis : The Irregular Grammar Of Revelation Reconsidered, Garret E. Best
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Beyond Comparison : A Process For Comparing Israelite And Ancient Near Eastern Literature, Brian Thomas Shockey
Beyond Comparison : A Process For Comparing Israelite And Ancient Near Eastern Literature, Brian Thomas Shockey
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Faith In The Marketplace : Measuring The Impact Of Church Based Entrepreneurial Approaches To Holistic Mission, Samuel Lee
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Receiving God's Gift Of Sabbath? : An Investigation Of Free Methodist--Usa Leaders' Attitudes, Understandings, & Practices, Joy M.O. Ireland
Receiving God's Gift Of Sabbath? : An Investigation Of Free Methodist--Usa Leaders' Attitudes, Understandings, & Practices, Joy M.O. Ireland
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Sickness And Healing : A Critical Analysis Of The Responses Of Christians Within The Methodist/Wesleyan Tradition In Cap-Haitian, Haiti, Guenson Charlot
Sickness And Healing : A Critical Analysis Of The Responses Of Christians Within The Methodist/Wesleyan Tradition In Cap-Haitian, Haiti, Guenson Charlot
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Role Of Organizational Culture In Christian Organizations For Job Satisfaction And Staff Retention With Special Reference To Bharat Susamachar Samiti, Kuriakose Madathil Iype
The Role Of Organizational Culture In Christian Organizations For Job Satisfaction And Staff Retention With Special Reference To Bharat Susamachar Samiti, Kuriakose Madathil Iype
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
God's Missional Spirit : The Acts And Agency Of The Holy Spirit In The Missional Life, John W. Freeland
God's Missional Spirit : The Acts And Agency Of The Holy Spirit In The Missional Life, John W. Freeland
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Gamification Of Kings : Teaching Judeo-Christian Kingship Through Final Fantasy Xv, T. Wade Langer Jr.
The Gamification Of Kings : Teaching Judeo-Christian Kingship Through Final Fantasy Xv, T. Wade Langer Jr.
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Poverty Blindness : A Case Study Of Christians Perceptions Of Hunger In Dayton, Ohio, Jyl Hall Smith
Poverty Blindness : A Case Study Of Christians Perceptions Of Hunger In Dayton, Ohio, Jyl Hall Smith
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Integrating African Christian Refugees Into The American Churches As A Strategy For Mission, Grace Kathure Gichuru
Integrating African Christian Refugees Into The American Churches As A Strategy For Mission, Grace Kathure Gichuru
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Building Long-Term Cross-Cultural Partnerships Through Short-Term Missions : From The Case Of Dangsandong Church In Korea And Sarmaya Fellowship In Sri Lanka, Hyeon Gu Lee
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Preaching Wesley's Ordo Salutis : A Study In Wesleyan Theology Today, Edward E. Beedle
Preaching Wesley's Ordo Salutis : A Study In Wesleyan Theology Today, Edward E. Beedle
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Missional Leadership : A Case Study Of The Representative Congregations Of Methodist, Presbyterian, And Other Churches In Tahan-Kalaymyo, Sagaing Region, Lal Thla Muana
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Leadership Influence : Building Respect And Credibility In Church Leadership To Transform Members' Lives, Lawrence K. Dena
Leadership Influence : Building Respect And Credibility In Church Leadership To Transform Members' Lives, Lawrence K. Dena
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Reintroducting The Doctrine And Experience Of Christian Perfection To United Methodists, Matthew Hatcher Johnson
Reintroducting The Doctrine And Experience Of Christian Perfection To United Methodists, Matthew Hatcher Johnson
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Christian Identity Development Of Adolescents In A Hindu Religio-Cultural Dominant Context, Yeonjeong Kim
Christian Identity Development Of Adolescents In A Hindu Religio-Cultural Dominant Context, Yeonjeong Kim
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Symphony Of The Trinity : Tuning In To The Father, Son And Holy Spirit For Congregational Renaissance, Richelle Wagner Sampl
The Symphony Of The Trinity : Tuning In To The Father, Son And Holy Spirit For Congregational Renaissance, Richelle Wagner Sampl
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies" September 2012, David G. Schultenover
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies" September 2012, David G. Schultenover
Theology Faculty Research and Publications
No abstract provided.
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies" June 2012, David G. Schultenover
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies" June 2012, David G. Schultenover
Theology Faculty Research and Publications
No abstract provided.
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies," March 2012, David G. Schultenover
From The Editor's Desk, "Theological Studies," March 2012, David G. Schultenover
Theology Faculty Research and Publications
No abstract provided.
Equipping The Laity Through Discipleship Training In A Korean Church, Yijoon Chang
Equipping The Laity Through Discipleship Training In A Korean Church, Yijoon Chang
ATS Dissertations
The purpose of the research was to evaluate how effective discipleship training enhanced the spiritual maturity of lay believers and transformed them into churchbuilding leaders. The particular context of this study is Korean Madisonville United Methodist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio, Nashville Korean United Methodist Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and Sarang Community Church in Anaheim, California. This was an evaluative study using questionnaires and personal interviews to assist in measuring the effectiveness of discipleship training to enhance the spiritual maturity of lay believers.
The review of selected literature focuses on what the church is, who the pastor is, who the laity …
Coaching Pastors Of Faith Evangelical Church Of The Philippines Churches For Church Growth, Brent Hunter Burdick
Coaching Pastors Of Faith Evangelical Church Of The Philippines Churches For Church Growth, Brent Hunter Burdick
ATS Dissertations
Research has shown that one effective means of improving leader effectiveness in business and education is coaching. Coaching involves asking questions, exploring options, providing guidance, and training in skills. Ministry is enhanced by coaching. This research explored the impact coaching six pastors in the Faith Evangelical Church of the Philippines churches had on the numerical and spiritual growth of the churches they pastor. The study focused on the key leadership factors of preaching, personal spiritual maturity, and multiplication of small groups plus two survey-determined factors. The hypothesis was that as the pastor advanced in leadership skills and effectiveness in these …
Preaching To Cultivate A Whole-Person Response In The Practice Of Stewardship, Stacy R. Minger
Preaching To Cultivate A Whole-Person Response In The Practice Of Stewardship, Stacy R. Minger
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Christian Founder-Leader: Qualities Necessary For Founding An Effective Ministry Of Evangelism And Discipleship, With Case Studies Of Founders, Robert F. Boyd
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Cultivating Spiritual Well-Being Through Pastoral Home Visitation, Harry L. Sparling
Cultivating Spiritual Well-Being Through Pastoral Home Visitation, Harry L. Sparling
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
A Design For Local Church Evangelism In The Context Of Crusades, Roderick E. Barnett
A Design For Local Church Evangelism In The Context Of Crusades, Roderick E. Barnett
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
An Analysis And Evaluation Of The Concept Of Righteousness As Used In Korea Within The Religions Of Buddhism, Confucianism, Shamanism And Wesleyan-Arminian Christianity, Timothy J. Mercer
An Analysis And Evaluation Of The Concept Of Righteousness As Used In Korea Within The Religions Of Buddhism, Confucianism, Shamanism And Wesleyan-Arminian Christianity, Timothy J. Mercer
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Leadership Development For Church Growth, Robert G. Scott
Leadership Development For Church Growth, Robert G. Scott
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.