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Full-Text Articles in Practical Theology
Reexamining Relational Youth Ministry: Implications From The Theology Of Bonhoeffer, Andrew Root
Reexamining Relational Youth Ministry: Implications From The Theology Of Bonhoeffer, Andrew Root
Faculty Publications
Youth ministry often focuses on building relationships between youth ministers and adolescents. But to what end? A relationship designed to influence the other is no relationship and is unworthy of Christ. In a true relationship Christians must be willing fully to share the place of another.
"Stewards Of God's Mysteries": Stewarding As A Model For Congregational Ministry, Rolf A. Jacobson
"Stewards Of God's Mysteries": Stewarding As A Model For Congregational Ministry, Rolf A. Jacobson
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Are we members of our congregation or stewards of God’s mysteries? Our model for ministry makes all the difference.
The Adventist Theologian, The Three Angels’ Messages, And The Unity Of The Church, P. Gerard Damsteegt
The Adventist Theologian, The Three Angels’ Messages, And The Unity Of The Church, P. Gerard Damsteegt
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This paper is written in the context of God’s mandate to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This mandate calls for Seventh-day Adventists to proclaim the great commission, focusing on the three angels’ messages of Revelation 14. The paper focuses especially what this means for Adventist theologians.
What Is Essential In Lutheran Worship?, Steven D. Paulson
What Is Essential In Lutheran Worship?, Steven D. Paulson
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Martin Luther’s simple definition of worship remains valid: “nothing else” need ever happen “except that our dear Lord himself may speak to us through his holy Word and we respond to him through prayer and praise.” The essential moments of public worship are reading, preaching (including the presence and proclamation of Christ in the sacraments), and prayer.
Effective And Ineffective Pastors: A Study In Contrasts, H. Peter Swanson
Effective And Ineffective Pastors: A Study In Contrasts, H. Peter Swanson
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No abstract provided.
Biblical Truth And Theological Education: A Rhetorical Strategy, Patrick R. Keifert
Biblical Truth And Theological Education: A Rhetorical Strategy, Patrick R. Keifert
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No abstract provided.
Practical Theology As Social Ethical Action In Christian Ministry: Implications From Emmanuel Levinas And Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Andrew Root
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No abstract provided.
The Preaching Office And The Preacher Among American Lutherans Today, Steven D. Paulson
The Preaching Office And The Preacher Among American Lutherans Today, Steven D. Paulson
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No abstract provided.
Infatuations, Affairs, And Sexual Addictions: Practical Help For Struggling Saints, H. Peter Swanson
Infatuations, Affairs, And Sexual Addictions: Practical Help For Struggling Saints, H. Peter Swanson
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No abstract provided.
Those Who Revise And Those Who Revolt, Jo Ann Davidson
Those Who Revise And Those Who Revolt, Jo Ann Davidson
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No abstract provided.
Many Baptisms Or Few: What Makes The Difference? A Comparative Study Of Productive And Unproductive Pastors, H. Peter Swanson
Many Baptisms Or Few: What Makes The Difference? A Comparative Study Of Productive And Unproductive Pastors, H. Peter Swanson
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No abstract provided.
The Bible And Theological Education: A Report And Reflections On A Journey, Patrick R. Keifert
The Bible And Theological Education: A Report And Reflections On A Journey, Patrick R. Keifert
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No abstract provided.
Opportunities Amidst Challenges: Denominations And Rural Ministry, Alvin Luedke
Opportunities Amidst Challenges: Denominations And Rural Ministry, Alvin Luedke
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The changing social, economic, and religious landscape of rural communities offers denominations an opportunity for demonstrating renewed relevance to congregations in those areas, as denominational leaders and structures help rural congregations identify and meet the mission challenges they now face.
Church Revitalization After The Velvet Revolution In The Czech Republic, Petr Činčala
Church Revitalization After The Velvet Revolution In The Czech Republic, Petr Činčala
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No abstract provided.
Marriage In The Ten Commandments, Trevor O'Reggio
Marriage In The Ten Commandments, Trevor O'Reggio
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No abstract provided.
Have Adventists Abandoned The Biblical Model Of Leadership Of The Local Church?, P. Gerard Damsteegt
Have Adventists Abandoned The Biblical Model Of Leadership Of The Local Church?, P. Gerard Damsteegt
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This paper describes the development of leadership of the local church since the days of the early Adventist pioneers till today. It compares this development with the New Testament model of leadership and draws conclusions how to bring the current situation in harmony with the biblical model of local church leadership.
The Need For A Biblical Theology Of Holistic Mission, Wagner Kuhn
The Need For A Biblical Theology Of Holistic Mission, Wagner Kuhn
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No abstract provided.
Ministering In The Midst Of Competing Worldviews, Trevor O'Reggio
Ministering In The Midst Of Competing Worldviews, Trevor O'Reggio
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No abstract provided.
Church Planting As Growth Strategy: Is It Effective?, Skip Bell, Rod Davis
Church Planting As Growth Strategy: Is It Effective?, Skip Bell, Rod Davis
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No abstract provided.
Engaging Evangelism In The Congregation, Pat Taylor Ellison, Patrick R. Keifert
Engaging Evangelism In The Congregation, Pat Taylor Ellison, Patrick R. Keifert
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No abstract provided.
The Forgiveness Of Sins, Steven D. Paulson
Growing Faithful Children In Media Cultures, Mary E. Hess
Growing Faithful Children In Media Cultures, Mary E. Hess
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No abstract provided.
101 Life Changing Ideas, Trevor O'Reggio
Preaching The David Story, Rolf A. Jacobson
Preaching The David Story, Rolf A. Jacobson
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The David story is the longest and most complete biblical treatment of any one human life. This allows the story to speak to many stages of the faith journey. The story is not fully present in the pericopes, but the preacher can choose to use this material in a sermon series to address the spiritual and moral contexts of our age.
World Religions And The Vegetarian Diet, Jo Ann Davidson
World Religions And The Vegetarian Diet, Jo Ann Davidson
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No abstract provided.
Taming The Tyranny Of Too Much, H. Peter Swanson
Taming The Tyranny Of Too Much, H. Peter Swanson
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No abstract provided.
Love, Marriage, & ..., Trevor O'Reggio
How Long, O Lord?: Wrestling With The Timing Of The Advent, Jerry Moon
How Long, O Lord?: Wrestling With The Timing Of The Advent, Jerry Moon
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No abstract provided.
Media Literacy As A Support For The Development Of A Responsible Imagination In Religious Community, Mary E. Hess, Mary E. Hess
Media Literacy As A Support For The Development Of A Responsible Imagination In Religious Community, Mary E. Hess, Mary E. Hess
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No abstract provided.
All That Glitters Is Not Gold: Bad Forgiveness In Counseling And Preaching, John M. Berecz
All That Glitters Is Not Gold: Bad Forgiveness In Counseling And Preaching, John M. Berecz
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A 3 R's of Forgiveness model is presented in which forgiveness is seen as a complex therapeutic process involving both situational and personal variables. Forgivers are seen to utilize the cognitive processes of dialectical reasoning and reframing, modulated by the emotional experiences of empathy, guilt, and shame. Personality style and self-esteem significantly influence the process as well. Distinctions are maintained among various kinds of forgiveness. Divine forgiveness, seen as a partial component of a spiritual encounter with one's God, may be a valid experience for people of faith, but is not something that psychologists are equipped to experimentally analyze. Interpersonal …