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Contributors--Quaker Religious Thought, No. 49, T Vail Palmer, Jr., Dean Freiday

Quaker Religious Thought

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Front Matter -- Quaker Religious Thought, No. 50, Vail Palmer

Quaker Religious Thought

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The Theology Of The Inward Imperative: Traveling Quaker Ministry Of The Middle Period, William P. Taber

Quaker Religious Thought

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Review, Dorlan Bales

Quaker Religious Thought

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Liberation, Eschatology And Politics In Latin American Liberation Theology, H. Dennis Campbell

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

One readily observable fact about theology is its multiplicity of branches. It is a field of study that embraces a wide variety of interpretations and schools of thought. This diversity has emerged as a result of different emphases in interpretations, variety in education, sociocultural backgrounds, and differing objectives behind the formulation of theological thought. It is readily reflected at the practical level by the numerous denominations within Christendom, each possessing its own theological distinctives. Diversity also manifests~. itself at the academic level in the numerous choices of courses available to the student desirous of studying theology. It would almost appear …

Contextual Factors In Church Growth In Malawi, Philip L. Capp

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The general purpose of this study has been to select and pre­sent contextual factors from the past and present in Malawi that provide insights into the process of the growth of the Church in Malawi and in particular the growth of the Free Methodist Church. The study is done with the understanding that it is preliminary to a field study which will provide the basis for decision making by both the Church and Mission.

Past contextual factors discussed are the geographical setting,the acculturating agents and effects of acculturation with emphasis on the four major intrusions of the 19th century, and …

A Hermeneutical Model Based On The First Epistle Of John, Patrick Vance

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The purpose of this senior project is to give the present student an opportunity to synthesize three years of seminary-level training in the area of hermeneutics, with an eye to its operation in the pastoral setting. The project therefore seeks to present a model, directed to the local pastor, of how a biblical book can be prepared for an expositional preaching series. The model endorses three stages of preparation study thought by the student to be essential to a quality pulpit ministry. The stages are history, exegesis and theology. Each stage is contained within a major chapter which endeavors to …

A Guide Toward The Development Of A Lay Minister Training Program, Daniel L. Rowell

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

This paper is a step towards finding a solution to the problem of making disciples and leading them on to spiritual maturity for service in the life of a local body of believers. The writer explores the program of Lay Minister Training at Tremont Evangelical Church of North America under the direction of the Rev. Jimmie Knodel.

The paper itself is presented in the form of a guide for other pastors wishing to start a similiar program. The paper presents the pastoral preparation, the curriculum of the training, the proceedure followed, a discussion of the positive and negative aspects of …

A Study Of Small Group Ministries And Their Effect Upon Christian Growth And Nurture, Robert A. Phillips

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

In recent years there has been an increased emphasis upon specialized studies concerning church growth. More and more, men are looking into the dynamics and elements that constitute effective and consistent church growth. In researching church growth and discipleship literature for seminary studies, this writer has found that one of the consistent elements contributing to church growth, discipleship, church renewal, and individual Christian maturity, is that of small group ministries. Church growth leaders cite the need for the church to be a place where there is true Christian community; wherein the laity is in fact recognized and functioning as a …

Career Change Decisions Of Western Evangelical Seminary Alumni: A Study In Sociological, Ecclesiastical And Theological Perspectives, Bruce A. Hicks

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

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Backmatter--Quaker Religious Thought, No. 48, T Vail Palmer, Jr., Dean Freiday

Quaker Religious Thought

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An Evaluation Of The Churches Of The Allegheny Conference Of The (Brethren In Christ Church) Involving Growth Patterns From 1973 - 1978 Present Growth Potential Projected Measureable Goals To 1985, Alvin J. Book

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

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Constitution And Discipline, Oregon Yearly Meeting Of Friends Church 1979, George Fox University Archives

Faith and Practice

Constitution and Discipline, Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church 1979. Publication of the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends.

The Soteriological Design Of Miracles, Vernon Smithen

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The eighteenth century marked a critical point in the history of the biblical subject of miracles , It ushered in the Enlightenment move­ment which initiated and fostered a scientific mentality. Under the guise of deism, the movement cl aimed that, in a scientific age, so-called divine revelation was inadequate for values, faith and conduct. On the other hand , the Church contended that divine revelation was indeed ade­quate and that reason and science did not in any way invalidate that claim.

This response by the Church did very little to quench the escal­ating heat of biblical criticism. The critics' assault …

Church Growth Through Education By Extension In The Evangelical Church Of North America: A Prospectus, Virginia Sago Sherman

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

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Front Matter--Quaker Religious Thought, No. 48, T Vail Palmer, Jr., Dean Freiday

Quaker Religious Thought

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Christ's Wife: A Vision For All Women, Lisa Bieberman Kuenning

Quaker Religious Thought

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Comments On "Christ's Wife: A Vision For All Women", Lorena Jeanne Tinker

Quaker Religious Thought

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Response To Comments On "Christ's Wife: A Vision For All Women", Lisa Bieberman Kuenning

Quaker Religious Thought

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A Theology Of Weakness: Word Studies From The Greek Text Of Ii Corinithians 12:9 In Context With Exegesis Of Seven Select Passages Of Scripture, Marva J. Sedore

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

Excerpt: "In his commentary on the second letter of Paul to the Corinthians , R. C. H. Lenski proposes that the verb teleo in II Corinthians 12 :9 is mistranslated . Whereas most translations say, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my strength is made perfect in weakness , " Lenski believes that the last phrase should read, "for the power is brought to its finish in weakness." It seems that he stands unsupported in this conviction, for my research uncovered no other commentator who suggested such an interpretation."

On The Way To The Truth, Jonathan P. Brewer

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

A title, like "On the Way to Truth", requires an explanation, in fact, a two-fold explanation. It requires such an explanation because it is both methodologically and thematically suggestive. These aspects of the title will be discussed in the next sections of this introduction. The first of these sections will deal with the methodological implications. The second section will contain an introductory discussion of the subject indicated by the title.

Towards An Understanding Of Taiwan: (Area Profiles And Annotated Bibliography) A Research Guide For New Missionaries, Margaret M. Nelson

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

Involvement in cross-cultural missionary service is demanding. The new missionary arriving on the field is immediately confronted by a new language, a new culture, a new climate, and new obstacles to Christianity, The tasks of coping with strange customs, adapting to a different climate, learning the language, getting acquainted with· the people, and fitting into the existing missionary program all at once result in a heavy burden on the new missionary.

Martin Buber's I-Thou Concept As Utilized In The Therapeutic Relationship Of Selected Theories Of Humanistic Psychotherapy, Stephen Eric Pitts

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

Excerpt: "Individuals, couples and families in contemporary society are subjected to a number of stresses. If a person is unable to adequately cope with such stresses, the resultant effect can be excessive emotional pain which may manifest itself in a number of ways. Depression, loneliness and fear are examples of problems experienced by many people within our society. Although such emotional feelings are normal and present within well-adjusted persons, these difficulties listed as well as others, may escalate to a point where professional counseling is required."

A Study Of Acts 17:16-34, And Its Relationship To The Apostle Paul And Athenian History And Religion, James Allan Conley

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

It was the purpose of this investigation to determine the significance of Acts 17:16-34, by developing an exposition of this passage and studying the uniqueness of Paul's ministry as it relates to the historical and religious background of the Athenians.

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit In The Contemporary Church: From A Pentecostal And Charismatic Perspective, Helmut Walter Eisert

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The Pentecostal revival and the charismatic renewal of the twentieth century has stimulated interest in both the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the use of such gifts within the framework of Christian ministry. Church leaders and writers have responded with their own feelings and interpretations as to what the Bible is saying about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they are applicable to the church today. Some believe that all gifts are for today's church while others are of different opinion. Such controversy demands new examination as to the Holy Spirit's ministry in the corporate body of …

Front Matter -- Quaker Religious Thought, No. 46, Vail Palmer

Quaker Religious Thought

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Abridger's Introduction--Quaker Religious Thought, No. 47, J Calvin Keene

Quaker Religious Thought

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Response To Comments On "Early Quaker Ecclesiology", Donald S. Nesti

Quaker Religious Thought

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Guest Editors Comments--Quaker Religious Thought, No. 47, Dean Freiday

Quaker Religious Thought

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Developing Christian Womanhood, Rosalie E. Bader

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The writer of this research paper became interested in the development of Christian womanhood through encounters with teenage girls when working as a sponsor of a church youth group. In a regular meeting the girls were separated from the fellows as a 'lib night' was held and what it means to be a girl was discussed. The girls were eager to know more about what makes them women, how it affects their interpersonal relationships and what difference it makes to be a Christian. As a result the writer became more aware of the wealth of material on today's market written …