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The Concept Of Vengeance In The Book Of Revelation In Its Old Testament And Near Eastern Context, Joel Nobel Musvosvi

Dissertations

This study attempts to resolve the theological and ethical problems raised by the call for and rejoicing at vengeance as they appear in Rev 6:9-11 and Rev 19:2, respectively. Central to the study is the question of whether vengeance in Revelation expresses a vindictive human attitude or a divine attribute of justice.

In Chapter 1 a review of pertinent literature reveals the lack of agreement among scholars on the interpretation of vengeance in Revelation. Chapter 2 examines the concept of vengeance as it occurs in several Ancient Near Eastern vassal treaties, the Old Testament, and Pseudepigrapha. This examination reveals that …

Impeccability In 1 John: An Evaluation, Leon Eloy Wade

Dissertations

The First Epistle of John confronts us with a dilemma which, since its inception, has challenged many students of the Bible. On the other hand, the Christian must not deny his sinfulness -- for which, however, there is a ready solution in the expiation wrought by Jesus Christ. On the other hand, the one who abides in God and is born of him does not sin and, indeed, cannot sin.

Many solutions, discussed and evaluated in chapter 1 have been attempted to harmonize this apparent contradiction. Though some are more satisfying than others, a common weakness exhibited among them all …

Lehi's Vision Of The Tree Of Life: An Anagogic Interpretation, Julie Adams Maddox

Theses and Dissertations

The significance of Lehi's life tree is that it gives life. Lehi's tree expresses the nonverbal, renews Lehi, effectually creates a culture, and keys the structure of a literary, viable, and contemporary scripture. My thesis chapters grow out of my reading of myth, tree mythology, and Lehi's dream. I see Lehi 1) traveling a polemic course toward the tree, 2) confronting the tree's death, and 3) by suffering, opening the symbol to his inner vision.
Lehi's first dream images, a dark and dreary wilderness vs. a man in white, suggest the birth of mythic creation. By traveling through and reconciling …

The Concept Of The Poor In The Context Of The Ecclesiology Of Liberation Theology, Amin Americo Rodor

Dissertations

This investigation deals with the concept of the poor in the thought of Latin American Liberation theology, particularly as articulated in the context of the movement's ecclesiology.

Chapter I traces the historical and theological context for the emergence of liberation theology. The focus is placed first on the ecclesiological models through which the Roman Catholic Church expressed its life and mission in Latin America and how it affected the Church's social relations in the area. The impact of the ecclesiological shift of Vatican Council II, in combination with the historical situation of Latin America in the late '60s, is seen …

John Wesley's Instituted Means Of Grace In The Spiritual Formation Of The Local Church, Leonard Engram Stadler Jr.

ATS Dissertations

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A Thoughtful Faith: Essays On Belief By Mormon Scholars, Philip L. Barlow

Books

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1986 - 68th Annual Bible Lectureship, "The Living Restoration," Abilene Christian University, Abilene Christian University

Lectureship and Summit Programs

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A Burkean Logological Analysis Of Doctrine And Covenants Section 88, Joann Farias

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis applies Kenneth Burke's method of logology as exemplified in The Rhetoric of Religion to analyze the Mormon text Doctrine and Covenants Section 88. This method of logology is based on the assumption that what is said about God in theology reveals a religion's use of language to influence human motives. The logological method uses six analogies to discover the motives implicit in religious terminologies. These six analogies are as follows: words-Word, Matter-Spirit, the Negative, the Titular, Time-Eternity, and the Formal.

This study revealed that the terminology contained in Doctrine and Covenants uses motives far diferent from the motives …

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 6

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 6. The articles in this issue include: "Unto You a Child is Born" from the Editor, "John" by George Ewing, "God in Our Arena" by Frank C. Perry, "When the Time Was Ripe" by Leroy Garrett, "Going Home for Christmas" by Robert E. Seymour, "Seasons" by William T. Stewart, "Missing" by C. Leonard Allen, "Intellectual Pursuits in Our Colleges" by Robert M. Randolph, "Getting to Know Us" the Editor, "Doctrinal Reflections: Restorationism: The Past and the Future" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., BOOKS: "Reason and Imagination in C. S. Lewis: A Study of Till We Have …

Did Jesus Really Claim To Be God?, Wayne Brindle

SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations

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Mission: Vol. 19, No. 5

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 5. The articles in this issue include: "Welcome Trials as Friends?" from the Editor, "The Thankfulness That Comes From Contentment" by David A. Sampson, "Good News! Celebration!" by Robert M. Randolph, "Thoughts on the Role of the Christian Scholar" by William B. Adrian, "Forum," "Response to 'Thoughts on the Role of the Christian Scholar'" by Kathy J. Pulley, "Doctrinal Reflections on the Mission of the Churches of Christ" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "President Reagan and V-E Day Plus Forty Years in Germany" by Richard V. Pierard, and "Opinion/Response."

Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 20 No 2 - November 1985), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

The Background of Metrical Psalmody by Allen Cabaniss - 191 / Until Justice and Peace Embrace: A Review Article by Edward J. Echeverria - 207 / The News Profession and the Powerless by Clifford G. Christians - 229 / Calvin and English Calvinism to 1649: A Review Article by George W. Harper - 255 / Lefevre: Pioneer of Ecclesiastical Renewal in France: A Review Article by Douglas H. Shantz - 263 / Calvin Bibliography 1985 by Peter De Klerk - 268 / Book Reviews - Francis W. Beare, The Gospel According to Matthew: Translation, Introduction and Commentary, reviewed by …

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 4

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 4. The articles in this issue include: "Communion" by Bill Jenkins, "For Whom Does the Bell Toll?" from the Editor, "The Church in the Modern World: An Interview with John R. W. Stott" by David A. Sampson, "The Challenge of the Gospel in Nicaragua" by John Stam, "Doctrinal Reflections: Church as Pilgrim People" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Remembering Another's History" by R. Scott Colglazier, "Sounds" by Ken Cameron, "The Dangers of Christian Education" by Michael Gose, BOOKS: "Building a Religious Library: Ninth in a Series: The Integration of Psychology and Theology" by Stephen H. Allison, …

John Mcleod Campbell And Thomas Erskine: Scottish Exponents Of Righteousness, Faith, And The Atonement, David P. Duffie

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This thesis focuses upon the reaffirmation and clarification by two independent 19th-century theologians of certain New Testament and Reformation emphases which had become largely obscured amid the rigidities of later Calvinism. These emphases, when employed by Campbell and Erskine in their largely lay ministries, resulted in grassroots revival on the one hand, and ecclesiastic opposition on the other.

The early chapters examine the elements in Campbell's preaching which were considered heretical and which resulted in his trial and deposition from the Church of Scotland. He was faulted for preaching "universal pardon" and "assurance of faith." What he really meant by …

Mission: Vol. 19, Nos. 2 And 3

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, Nos. 2 and 3. The articles in these issues include: "Horizons" by R. Larry Hunter, "Getting to Know Us" from the Editor, "Asking the Unpopular Questions" from the Editor, "Mission Board Meets" by Edward G. Holley, "Have We Overcome? Reflections from a White Perspective" by Larry James, "Have We Overcome? Reflections from a Black Perspective" by John Whitley, "Meeting the Mission Board," "Television and the Teaching of the Church" by Melinda Worley, "The Christian Response to Television" by Mike Sanders, "SOS" by William T. Stewart, "Doctrinal Reflections: The Eschatological Community" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "An Open …

The Gospel And Feminism: A Proposal For Lutheran Dogmatics, Lois E. Malcolm

Faculty Publications

The aim of this essay is to identify the theological, and deeply Christian, point of resonance between Lutheran and feminist theologies. It begins with a brief overview of themes in Christian feminist theologies; it then offers rationale and recommendations for why and how Lutheran dogmatics should critically engage feminist perspectives so that it can better serve the task of assisting Christians in their proclamation of the promise in Jesus’ gospel.

Volume 3, Number 2, Department Of Church Relations

Pacific Church News

Edited by Jerry Rushford

Summer 1985

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 1

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 1. The articles in this issue include: "Transcending Nuclear Fear" from the Editor, "Black Hole" by George Ewing, "The Challenge of Peace: God's Promise and Our Response" by Larry James, "The Nuclear Threat: Human Helplessness and Divine Power" by J. Robert Ross, "Clouds" by William T. Stewart, "The Shalom: It's Biblical Meaning" by Vicki and Brian Ritts, "Thoughts on Visiting the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial" by Edward G. Holley, "Doctrinal Reflections: Life Beyond Death" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Forum," "The Restoration Movement on the Pacific Slope" by Laurence C. Keene, and "A …

Christian Scholars Conference Program 1985, Christian Scholars Conference

Christian Scholars Conference Records

Program for the Christian Scholars Conference held at Abilene Christian University from July 19-21, 1985. The Christian Scholars Conference was held prior to the Bible Teachers Workshop.

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 12

Mission

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 12. The volume is mislabeled as Vol. 18, No. 6. The articles in this issue include: "Ought Against My Sister" by Latayne C. Scott, "Christ in You" from the Editor, "One Plus One Equals One" by Dan Stone, "Doubt" by Bill Jenkins, "Herman Hesse's Quest for Meaning in Siddhartha and Magister Ludi" by Roy Wllbern, "Doctrinal Reflections: The Pain of Creation/Redemption" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Tremors" by Chuck Bryant, "The Invitation" by Ken Cameron, "Authoritarian Leadership and Its Consequences: Brown V. Gipson" by Norman Parks, "Thus, The Cross" by Bert Mercer, "Forum," "Index," …

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 11

Mission

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 11. The articles in this issue include: "The Readers' Seminar" from the Editor, "Science and Values: Critique of a Heritage" by Neal Buffaloe, "Science and Faith: Is the Kingdom Divided?" by Thomas A. Langford, "Doctrinal Reflections: The Redemption of the Body" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Baptism: Unity or Diversity?" by John Mark Hicks, BOOKS: "Lost in the Cosmos: The Last Self-Help Book (Walker Percy)" reveled by Leonard Allen, REFLECTIONS ON CONFERENCES: "Abilene Christian University Lectureship" by John Smith, "Second Unity Conference, Conway, Arkansas" by Bob Burgess, "Conference at Central Church of Christ, Irving, Texas" …

The Application Of The Lutheran Teaching Concerning The Just War To The Twentieth Century Counter-Insurgency Warfare, Frank Morgret

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

Can there be any rules in war? Or, to phrase the same question in other words, is some sort o£ morality possible on the battlefield? The horrors o£ nuclear and guerrilla war prompt many to answer this question with a firm, even vehement, “No” Certainly the fact that millions of noncombatants are the targets for hundreds of nuclear-armed missles lends credence to their denial. Moreover, the vivid picture of the summary execution of a guerrilla by a Vietnamese police chief and the sickening stories of hurling some prisoners of war from a helicopter nine hundred or a thousand feet in …

Contemporary Roman Catholic Approaches To Non-Christian Religions, Jacob A. Preus Iii

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The purpose of this study is to explore, in greater detail, the final three stages in the evolution of Roman Catholic theology of religions. In order to do this, it will first be necessary to trace the historical background of the current Catholic approaches to non-Christian religions, from exclusive to inclusive ecclesiocentrism.

Review: Exodus, Donald L. Fowler

SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.

Review: Metaphysics: Constructing A World View, Gary R. Habermas

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)

No abstract provided.

Review: Tensions In Contemporary Theology, Gary R. Habermas

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)

No abstract provided.

Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 20 No 1 - April 1985), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

The "Community of Brethren": The Contemporary Significance of the Third Thesis of the Barmen Declaration by Rolf Ahlers - 7 / Were Hooker and Shepard Closet Arminians? by Charles E. White - 33 / "De Afscheiding"—Review and Evaluation by John H. Kromminga - 43 / Natural Law Ethics: An Appraisal by Henry Stob - 58 / The Problem of Tradition in the Christian Reformed Church by John Van Engen - 69 / Book Reviews - Allen, Diogenes, The Traces of God, reviewed by Duane Kelderman - 90 / Tutu, Desmond, Crying in the Wilderness: The Struggle for Justice in …

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 10

Mission

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 10. The articles in this issue include: "The Wonder and the Mystery" from the Editor, "Manchild--God Son" by Wilma D. Buckner, "Inside Out" by R. Scott Colglazier, "Seconds and Other Damaged Goods" by Wayne Dockery, "Meditation on John 21 and Luke 24" by Betty W. Talbert, "Baptism in the Light of the Gospel" by Edward Fudge, "Merely Water" by Phillip Johnson, "Doctrinal Reflections: Sex and Money in the Will of God" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., and "Forum."

Advice From The Apostle Paul, Paul R. Fink

SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 9

Mission

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 9. The articles in this issue include: "Christian Discipline" from the Editor, "The Strengths of a Christian" by Robert Roberts, "Accepting a Spiritual Discipline" by Robert E. Seymour, "Theology for the 'Wayfaring Man'" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Why did the Church Close Its Doors?" by John Wright, "From Where I Stand" by John D. Madison, "A Child's Heart" by D'Esta Love, Responses to "Apostolicity and Holiness: The Basis for Christian Fellowship" by Charles H. Talbert, Bruce E. Shields, and Leonard Allen, and BOOKS: Reflections on Faith, "The Table of Inwardness (Calvin Miller)" and " …