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Biblical Reflections On Co-Creating With The Redeemer, William Kurz, Anne Carpenter

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

The Bible does not explicitly answer questions about co-creating with God and discerning whether to try to have children. In consulting Scripture regarding contemporary concerns, one needs to go beyond historical exegesis. Reading Scripture as God's Word requires seeking what God, the divine author of all of Scripture, is currently saying in the biblical passages under study.

The primary foundation for biblical teaching about marriage and family is Genesis, especially concerning God's original intention in creating marriage (Gen 1-2). Humans are created in the image of God as male and female, and marriage is the two becoming one flesh. Most …

Reading Kant Ecumenically: Prolegomena To An Anthropology Of Hope In The Aftermath Of Modernity, Philip J. Rossi

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

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Hearer Of The Triune God: Martin Luther's Reading Of Noah, Mickey Mattox

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

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Reflections On The Reception Of The Church Fathers In The Contemporary Context, Marcus Plested

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

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La Teologia Africana Per Una Chiesa In Crescita Nel Contesto Della Globalizzazione, Agbonkhianmeghe E. Orobator

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

Sommario Dopo aver delineato i primissimi passi della teologia africana nel prendere atto e consapevolezza della propria autonomia e del suo specifico contesto religioso, l’autore li collega con la notevole, permanente crescita della sua Chiesa locale. Illustra i tratti e i fattori della sua capacità di sollevarsi da una condizione di dipendenza coloniale e culturale fino all’attuale fiorente sviluppo, che comporta pure sfide e sofferenze.

Summary: African theology for a growing church in the context of globalization After having given an outlook on the very first steps of the African Theology to take account and consciousness of its autonomy and …

Beyond Ecumenical Dialogue, Thomas Hughson

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

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The Divinity Of Christ And Social Justice, Thomas Hughson

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

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Paul’S Witness To Biblical Monotheism As Isaiah’S Servant In Acts, William Kurz

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

It is an honor to submit an essay for this Festschrift for Father Frank Matera, who contributes so much to our professional lives as scholar and colleague. Because of his solicitude for elaborating responsible theological approaches to Scripture based on scholarly historical and literary foundations, I dedicate to him these theological investigations into the significance of monotheism in Paul’s Gentile mission in Acts. How does the mission of the Servant of God in Isaiah influence the portrayal in Acts of Paul’s witness to the one living God and rejection of pagan idolatry and worship?

Thorns Also And Thistles, Warren A. Shipton

Journal of the Adventist Theological Society

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Thrones In The Book Of Revelation Part 1: Throne Of God, Laszlo Gallusz

Journal of the Adventist Theological Society

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The Person And Work Of The Holy Spirit In The General Epistles And The Book Of Hebrews, Larry L. Lichtenwalter

Journal of the Adventist Theological Society

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A Delphi Study Of The Biblical/Doctrinal Knowledge That Ministers Of Christian Churches/Churches Of Christ Consider Essential For Spiritual Development, Jeffrey D. Derico

Dissertations

Purpose and rationale of the study . The primary role of the minister is to spiritually lead others and facilitate their spiritual growth. Traditionally, biblical and doctrinal teachings have played an essential role in this process. Sadly, two recent trends have worked against this pastoral role. First, research indicates that Americans and many Christians are less and less biblically literate. Second, spiritual growth scholars have observed that church leaders seem less and less prepared to convey biblical knowledge that can systematically and effectively guide others in their spiritual growth.

Christian spiritual growth literature establishes a functional and necessary connection between …

A Study Of Warfare Theodicy In The Writings Of Ellen G. White And Gregory A. Boyd, Martha O. Duah

Dissertations

The problem of evil has been an issue for all religions over the centuries. But it is a crucial issue for theism because of its affirmation of the co-existence of an omnipotent, omniscient, and omnibenevolent God and evil. Theologians and philosophical theologians have developed a plethora of materials in response to the problem. However, according to critics, none of the responses in and of themselves adequately deals with theism's problem of suffering and evil. As a result, this study explores the warfare theodicy, a Christian response to the problem of sin, suffering, and evil, which seems to have been neglected …

The Relationship Between Liturgical Practice And Spirituality In The Church Of The Nazarene With Special Reference To John Wesley's Doctrine Of Christian Perfection, Dirk Ray Ellis

Dissertations

The Church of the Nazarene, following the pattern of the American holiness movement that gave it birth, adopted a modified version of Wesley's doctrine of Christian perfection. During the early years of the denomination Christian perfection was promoted feverishly through revivalism and worship structured after the camp meeting model; however, over time the promotion and propagation of holiness began to wane. Currently, the belief in and pursuit of inward holiness among both clergy and laity are rapidly vanishing. For more than a decade scholars and denominational leaders have recognized that this loss of spiritual vitality has placed the Church of …

God And Integrity: A Case Study Of Walter C. Kaiser Jr. And Norman L. Geisler, Augustin Tchamba

Dissertations

The God of the Bible is sometimes portrayed as using and condoning deceit to achieve His purpose, especially when human life is at stake. Two evangelical scholars, Walter C. Kaiser Jr. and Norman L. Geisler, with a shared theological heritage, differ in their interpretation of Exod 1:15-21 and Josh 2:1-7 that addresses the ethical issue of lying to save life.

This dissertation not only refutes the claim that God uses and condones the use of deceit to achieve His purpose, but also clarifies biblical argument for His integrity. The study provides answers to a number of questions. First, what causes …

The Meaning And Function Of System In Theology, Timothy Watson

Dissertations

Topic. Due to the nature of the discipline, the importance of our understanding of the meaning of the term "system" in systematic theology cannot be gainsaid. Unfortunately, however, there seems to be little discussion or critique to how this term is being used and its meaning is often taken for granted, even though it seems to mean different things to different authors.

Purpose. To address this ambiguity, this study takes a close look at the etymological development of this word in its various linguistic forms as it has been used in theology through history. Then, based on this etymological analysis, …

Week 07 - Matthew 6:19–34, Calvin University

Campus Ministries Resources

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Week 09 - Matthew 7:13–20, Calvin University

Campus Ministries Resources

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Week 04 - Matthew 5:21–37, Calvin University

Campus Ministries Resources

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Week 03 - Matthew 5:13–20, Calvin University

Campus Ministries Resources

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