Creation And Covenant - A Hermeneutical Approach To The Correlation Of The Seventh-Day And The Biblical Sabbath,
2015
Andrews University
Creation And Covenant - A Hermeneutical Approach To The Correlation Of The Seventh-Day And The Biblical Sabbath, Sergio L. Silva
Andrews University Seminary Student Journal
For centuries, scholars have debated the nature of the relationship between the seventh day (Gen 2:1-3) and the biblical Sabbath (Exod 20:8-11). While Covenant Theologians insist that the seventh day works as the theological foundation of the biblical Sabbath, New Covenant Theologians reject this relationship and insist the Sabbath is an institution given exclusively to the Israelites. This article argues that according to an exegetical-historical and theological reading of selected texts on the Sabbath, one must regard the seventh day as the theological foundation of the biblical Sabbath to sustain a consistent and coherent theological system that uses Scripture as …
Typology And Adventist Eschatological Identity: Friend Or Foe?,
2015
Andrews University
Typology And Adventist Eschatological Identity: Friend Or Foe?, Erick Mendieta
Andrews University Seminary Student Journal
For Seventh-day Adventists the significance of typology is not only a matter of historical research. Davidson has rightly argued that “the historic Adventist interpretation of the sanctuary … stands or falls depending upon the validity of its hermeneutic method.” This study tries to show that in Seventh-day Adventism typology has proven to be a defining force in theology, thinking, and at times even in practice. Since typology’s first appearance in early Adventism, it has provided assistance to the understanding of Scripture but has also been the source of much misunderstanding. The need to explore its nature, characteristics, and application has …
What Is Your Main Business?,
2015
Asbury Theological Seminary
What Is Your Main Business?, George G. Hunter Iii
Great Commission Research Journal
In chapter one of his forthcoming book, Christianity’s Main Business, George Hunter recalls the question that Peter Drucker advised leaders of all types of organizations (including churches) to ask, repeatedly, “What is our main business?” Hunter distinguishes between what church leaders typically say (and believe) is their main business, and their actual main business as revealed by their data—from budgets, to time expenditure, to interview data. He then unpacks the “top ten” themes he found driving most local churches. Hunter contends that Christianity’s mission to the world was supposed to be Christianity’s main business, and, drawing from N. T. Wright, …
Justice Without Solidarity? Collective Identity And The Fate Of The "Ethical" In Habermas' Recent Political Theory,
2015
Sacred Heart University
Justice Without Solidarity? Collective Identity And The Fate Of The "Ethical" In Habermas' Recent Political Theory, Andrew J. Pierce
Presidential Seminar on the Catholic Intellectual Tradition
No abstract provided.
A Co-Created Incarnational Missiology For Evangelizing Hip-Hoppers,
2015
Bethel University
A Co-Created Incarnational Missiology For Evangelizing Hip-Hoppers, Ferguson Lee Harris
All Electronic Theses and Dissertations
This research project contextualized the gospel of Jesus Christ for unbelieving hip-hoppers. The research showed that hip-hop culture is a distinct culture that is worthy of contextualization by Christian evangelists. The literary review and the biblical implications suggest that it is the Christian’s duty to contextualize the gospel for unbelieving hip-hoppers. This was concluded by presenting God’s incarnational pursuit of sinful humanity in both the Old and New Testaments. God’s self-initiated pursuit served as an example and mandate for believers to pursue unbelieving hip-hoppers. In his quest to contextualizing the gospel, the researcher conducted a phenomenological investigation. The results of …
"And They Shall Be Two In One Flesh": The Battle Over The Virgin's Body In The Life Of Christina Of Markyate,
2015
Western Michigan University
"And They Shall Be Two In One Flesh": The Battle Over The Virgin's Body In The Life Of Christina Of Markyate, Alexandra Locking
Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality
No abstract provided.
Church Growth Before Mcgavran: The Methodological Parallels Of John Wesley,
2015
Indiana Wesleyan University
Church Growth Before Mcgavran: The Methodological Parallels Of John Wesley, Bob Whitesel
Great Commission Research Journal
This article will look at methodological parallels between John B. Wesley and Donald A. McGavran. The influence of both men arose during similar social shifts that were accompanied by a perception of ecclesial apathy. Parallels will be demonstrated in McGavran’s principles of 1) conversion as a priority, 2) effective evangelism as a process model, 3) the danger of redemption and lift, 4) the importance of multiplication, and 5) pragmatism in methodology. A final section will look at the legacy of these two men and will suggest how identification can help retain focus on principles rather than on contextually-bound tactics.
Book Review: The Ten Most Influential Churches Of The Past Century: How They Impact You Today By Elmer L. Towns,
2015
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Book Review: The Ten Most Influential Churches Of The Past Century: How They Impact You Today By Elmer L. Towns, Anthony Svajda
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
A Biblical And Relevant Way To Reach Young Adults,
2015
Biola University
A Biblical And Relevant Way To Reach Young Adults, Matthew Costner
Great Commission Research Journal
The church’s influence in America and the world is decreasing, yet America and the world’s population is on the rise. What is the church to do? Church planting is not fixing the problem, and neither are the currently existing model churches. The only way to turn around America’s church is the only method the Bible recommends—discipleship. In this article, you will see that the best way to reach young adults is not by flashy programs, the best worship, or by dropping a denomination’s name from the church title. The best way to reach young adults is by using the younger …
Prayer: A Key Component To Planting Or Revitalizing A Church,
2015
Biola University
Prayer: A Key Component To Planting Or Revitalizing A Church, William J. Ingram
Great Commission Research Journal
This article examines prayer from a biblical and theological perspective as it relates to turning around or revitalizing declining or plateaued churches and offers practical insights into starting an intercessory prayer ministry at the local church.
Mcgavran’S Early Years,
2015
Biola University
Mcgavran’S Early Years, Gary L. Mcintosh
Great Commission Research Journal
Donald McGavran was born in 1897. This article covers the years from his birth until 1923 when he and Mary McGavran sailed to India. His early life as the child of missionaries, his secondary education in the United States, service in WWI, college education at Butler University, seminary days at Yale Divinity School, and masters work at the College of Mission are presented.
Why Are We Here? Harvest Theology, Search Theology, And Christ’S Vision For Redemption,
2015
Fresh Start Ministries
Why Are We Here? Harvest Theology, Search Theology, And Christ’S Vision For Redemption, Gordon E. Penfold
Great Commission Research Journal
Varying voices cry out for attention concerning how churches should engage the culture and the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this article, attention will be given to understanding what Donald McGavran called Harvest Theology and Search Theology, as well as the biblical foundations for theology and authority. This work also describes the key role that vision plays in church transformation and further explores how Search Theology and Harvest Theology measure up to Christ’s vision for ministry and to the Great Commission. The article concludes with a plea to pastors and congregations urging them to fulfill Christ’s vision …
Was Wesley An Anglican? Implications For Mission,
2015
Church of England
Was Wesley An Anglican? Implications For Mission, John Marsh
Great Commission Research Journal
John Wesley, in his own mind, lived and died an Anglican. He was an Anglican in his theology but deviated in his missional activity and this contributed to him moving away ecclesiastically. He gave primacy to his theology of justification by faith and this was driven by a personal “awakening” into missional activity. Wesley’s frustration at the lack of preaching opportunities led to successful itinerancy. Resulting missional growth necessitated a developing ecclesiology of societies, lay preachers, the Methodist conference, and eventually irregular ordinations. Wesley’s subordination of ecclesiological organization to theological and missiological demands may have something to teach today’s church.
Book Review: Tens Steps For Church Growth By Donald A. Mcgavran And Winfield C. Arn,
2015
Biola University
Book Review: Tens Steps For Church Growth By Donald A. Mcgavran And Winfield C. Arn, Ken Pierce
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: The Wheel Model: Catalyzing Sustainable Church Multiplication Movements By Frank Schattner,
2015
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Book Review: The Wheel Model: Catalyzing Sustainable Church Multiplication Movements By Frank Schattner, Ariel Lee
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Organic Mentoring: A Mentor’S Guide To Relationships With Next Generation Women By Sue Edwards And Barbara Neumann,
2015
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Book Review: Organic Mentoring: A Mentor’S Guide To Relationships With Next Generation Women By Sue Edwards And Barbara Neumann, Grace S. Morris
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Fusion: Turning First-Time Guests Into Fully Engaged Members Of Your Church By Nelson Searcy With Jennifer Dykes Henson,
2015
Biola University
Book Review: Fusion: Turning First-Time Guests Into Fully Engaged Members Of Your Church By Nelson Searcy With Jennifer Dykes Henson, William J. Ingram
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Urban Apologetics: Why The Gospel Is Good News For The City By Christopher W. Brooks,
2015
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Book Review: Urban Apologetics: Why The Gospel Is Good News For The City By Christopher W. Brooks, Paul M. Gould
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Lessons From The School Of Healing: A Series Of Articles Originally Published In The Herald From January 8th Through June 11th 1975,
2015
Asbury Theological Seminary
Lessons From The School Of Healing: A Series Of Articles Originally Published In The Herald From January 8th Through June 11th 1975, Frank Bateman Stanger
Heritage Material
No abstract provided.
My Life's Story,
2015
Asbury Theological Seminary
