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Bringing Evidence To The “Anti-Magic” View: A Socio-Rhetorical Interpretation Of Acts 19:11-20, Joy Vaughan Jan 2022

Bringing Evidence To The “Anti-Magic” View: A Socio-Rhetorical Interpretation Of Acts 19:11-20, Joy Vaughan

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In Acts 19:11-20 two main events are set beside one another. The first event tells of the miracles performed by God through the hands of Paul. The second event is the story of the failed exorcism attempt by the sons of Sceva. This article argues that Luke’s purpose in the juxtaposition of the two events is to clarify for the audience the difference between magic and miracle. Key evidence for this interpretation is found in the intertextual relationship between Luke’s terminology and ancient magical literature. Additionally, the rhetorical feature of synkrisis (encomium/invective) further supports the thesis. Luke does not just …


Guest Co-Editors Preface, Jason A. Myers, David B. Schreiner Jan 2022

Guest Co-Editors Preface, Jason A. Myers, David B. Schreiner

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By What Law: A Rhetorical Analysis Of Romans 8:1–4, Jason A. Myers Jan 2022

By What Law: A Rhetorical Analysis Of Romans 8:1–4, Jason A. Myers

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Traditional interpretation of Rom 8:1-4 has failed to adequately understand Rom 8:1-4. This paper proposes a unifying reading of "law" and supports an unfolding theme within Romans, that of obedience. The rhetorical features of amplification present in 8:1-4 highlight the need for a consistent use of the term νομος. This allows a proper understanding of δικαιωμα in v. 4 that refers to the realm of moral behavior as described in the law and shows how Paul sees the Spirit guiding his communities to fulfill the "just requirement" of Mosaic law.


Book Reviews Jan 2022

Book Reviews

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Creating Community: Rhetorical Vision And Symbolic Convergence In The Book Of Hebrews, Judith Odor Jan 2022

Creating Community: Rhetorical Vision And Symbolic Convergence In The Book Of Hebrews, Judith Odor

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Since the introduction of social identity theory to the field of biblical studies, the Epistle to the Hebrews has become something of a proving ground for depicting the intergroup relations that are key to understanding relationally-oriented identity dynamics and community identification. However, while social identity theory is a valuable tool for describing how communities self-perceive as unique social entities through the use of in-group and out-group language, social identity theory does not describe the rhetorical process by which such language and communication develops or why this development is so key to creating a distinct community. Symbolic convergence theory, with its …


The “Black Experience” As Preparation For Participation In Global Partnerships, Cynthia A. Talley Jan 2022

The “Black Experience” As Preparation For Participation In Global Partnerships, Cynthia A. Talley

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The lived experiences of African Americans, along with their reliance on God, serve as preparation for participation in global mission partnerships. The “Black Experience,” characterized by suffering, dehumanization, violence, and survival has provided the African American community with a toolkit that can be used to teach others how to survive their own suffering as they too rely on God. Long-term African American missionaries have sent out a clarion call requesting that the African American church step up to the plate and join them in spreading the Gospel message “in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends …


Journal In Entirety Jan 2022

Journal In Entirety

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Echoes Of Jesus’ Cross In Second Corinthians 12:7–10, Kei Hiramatsu Jan 2022

Echoes Of Jesus’ Cross In Second Corinthians 12:7–10, Kei Hiramatsu

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One of the thorniest exegetical questions in Pauline literature involves the apostle's story of a thorn in the flesh. Interpreters have often attempted to fathom the meaning of the passage by gleaning insights from historical backdrops. However, in doing so, they have overlooked clues that lie much closer at hand, namely, Jesus’ Passion tradition. Therefore, in this article, I attempt to show that Paul crafted the story of his thorn in light of Jesus’ Passion. Based on analyses of linguistics, intertextuality, and literary context, I explore three significant echoes of Jesus' cross in 2 Cor 12:7–10: thorn of the flesh, …


Books Received Jan 2022

Books Received

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From The Editor, Robert Danielson Jan 2022

From The Editor, Robert Danielson

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Social Identity In Crisis: Toward A Theology Of The Psalms Of Asaph, Ryan J. Cook Jan 2022

Social Identity In Crisis: Toward A Theology Of The Psalms Of Asaph, Ryan J. Cook

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The twelve Psalms attributed to Asaph reflect both elements of theological unity and diversity. Both their unified elements and divergent emphases have been explained in various ways. This paper argues that the Asaph psalms grew out of two contexts of crisis: the Assyrian invasion and Babylonian exile. With these contexts in mind, this paper utilizes a Social Identity Approach to analyze the function of the Asaphite psalms in shaping group identity in light of traumatic events.


From The Guest Co-Editor, Jason A. Myers Jan 2022

From The Guest Co-Editor, Jason A. Myers

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Book Reviews Jan 2022

Book Reviews

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Books Received Jan 2022

Books Received

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Women In The Early Nazarene Mission Among Spanish Speakers: Maye Mcreynolds And Santos Elizondo, Stephanie Rountree Jan 2022

Women In The Early Nazarene Mission Among Spanish Speakers: Maye Mcreynolds And Santos Elizondo, Stephanie Rountree

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This paper examines the early Nazarene holiness mission among Spanish speakers, specifically focusing on two women foundational for this ministry. It argues that with the example and encouragement of Maye McReynolds before her, Santos Elizondo became a trailblazer and minority voice in implementing holistic mission within Spanish speaking communities in El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico at the turn of the 20th century. Maye McReynolds initiated the Spanish mission of the Church of the Nazarene in Los Angeles, California, where she was instrumental in converting and discipling Santos Elizondo. Elizondo moved out in her own ministry to El Paso, …


The Challenge Of Alienation, William E. Pannell Jan 2022

The Challenge Of Alienation, William E. Pannell

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Don’T Touch My Hair: Examining The Natural Hair Movement Among Black Women, Mercy Langat Jan 2022

Don’T Touch My Hair: Examining The Natural Hair Movement Among Black Women, Mercy Langat

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The natural hair movement among Black women has shown that aesthetic practices and rituals related to hair often serve as embodied methods of resistance for many Black women. These practices also reflect a dimension of their spirituality that is often unrecognized. This paper historically examines political, cultural, and religious meanings of hair within the Black community. The Nazarite vow and the Imago Dei concepts are utilized to understand the biblical and spiritual significance of hair Engaging scripture and theology with daily concerns, such as hair, rituals. Engaging scripture and theology with daily concerns, such as hair, is an important part …


From The Guest Co-Editor, David B. Schreiner Jan 2022

From The Guest Co-Editor, David B. Schreiner

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From The Archives: H.C. Morrison- A Man Of Mission? Jan 2022

From The Archives: H.C. Morrison- A Man Of Mission?

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Papers Of Riley B. Case Arc2022-001 - Finding Aid, Ats Special Collections And Archives Jan 2022

Papers Of Riley B. Case Arc2022-001 - Finding Aid, Ats Special Collections And Archives

Finding Aids

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Papers Of Riley B. Case Arc2022-001 - Finding Aid, Ats Special Collections And Archives Jan 2022

Papers Of Riley B. Case Arc2022-001 - Finding Aid, Ats Special Collections And Archives

Finding Aids

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Holy Spirit Preaching : The Effects Of The Holy Spirit Workshop For The Northwest District Pastors, Louis C. Carr Jr. Jan 2022

Holy Spirit Preaching : The Effects Of The Holy Spirit Workshop For The Northwest District Pastors, Louis C. Carr Jr.

ATS Dissertations

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The Effectiveness Of A Missional Preaching Series To Produce Cognitive, Affective, And Behavioral Change At Auburn United Methodist Church, Anthony J. Paulson Jan 2022

The Effectiveness Of A Missional Preaching Series To Produce Cognitive, Affective, And Behavioral Change At Auburn United Methodist Church, Anthony J. Paulson

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Disciple Formation Small Group Study : Practicing Spiritual Disciplines In Community Fellowship, Kevin D. Clotfelter Jan 2022

Disciple Formation Small Group Study : Practicing Spiritual Disciplines In Community Fellowship, Kevin D. Clotfelter

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Pastoring The Pandemic : Leadership Lessons From The Covid-19 Pandemic, Donald W. Merricks Ii Jan 2022

Pastoring The Pandemic : Leadership Lessons From The Covid-19 Pandemic, Donald W. Merricks Ii

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Sustaining Spiritual Change In Wesleyan-Holiness Systems Of Discipleship In Selected Congregations In Illinois, U.S.A., Stephen J. Descalzo Jan 2022

Sustaining Spiritual Change In Wesleyan-Holiness Systems Of Discipleship In Selected Congregations In Illinois, U.S.A., Stephen J. Descalzo

ATS Dissertations

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Biblical Preaching, Teaching, And The Charismatic Gifts : Prioritizing The Essentials Of The Great Commission, Sylvester T. Toe Jan 2022

Biblical Preaching, Teaching, And The Charismatic Gifts : Prioritizing The Essentials Of The Great Commission, Sylvester T. Toe

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No abstract provided.


Maximizing Performance : Best Practices For Professional Development Coaching For Christian Leaders, Harrison J. Bell Jan 2022

Maximizing Performance : Best Practices For Professional Development Coaching For Christian Leaders, Harrison J. Bell

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No abstract provided.


Syrian Christian Churches, Kerala : Spiritual Renewal And Revival In Contemporary Syrian Christian Churches In Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, Samuel Thomas Varghese Jan 2022

Syrian Christian Churches, Kerala : Spiritual Renewal And Revival In Contemporary Syrian Christian Churches In Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, Samuel Thomas Varghese

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Church Leadership Transition Test : The Challenge Of The Anglican Church Of Kenya, Sammy Ng'ang'a Wainaina May 2021

Church Leadership Transition Test : The Challenge Of The Anglican Church Of Kenya, Sammy Ng'ang'a Wainaina

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.