The Church of Scientology is one of the most controversial and high profile new religious movement, more commonly called a cult. Although the Church of Scientology itself strongly objects to being called a cult, an abundance of evidence from former m Continue Reading...
The Great Commission1. Bibliographic InformationWheeler, David, and Whaley, Vernon M. (2011). The Great Commission to Worship: Biblical Principles for Worship-Based Evangelism. Nashville: B&H Publishing Group.2. Summary\\\"The Great Commission to Wor Continue Reading...
Interpreting the Crusades: A Holy or Cynical War?Crusading has become a synonym for something negative, usually as an action which is zealously undertaken without thought and consideration to the needs of outsiders or in light of alternative points o Continue Reading...
Development of the Christian Doctrine of Holy Trinity The word trinity traces its origin from the Latin trinitas which literally translates to ‘triad’. In Latin trinus means threefold. This therefore implies that God is one but in that on Continue Reading...
Introduction “Practice what you preach” has become an adage so overused that it is in danger of becoming a cliché. Yet now more than ever, preachers need to recognize the importance of walking the walk, not just talking the talk. P Continue Reading...
Gregory the Great on Action and Contemplation Introduction The first monk to become a pope was St. Gregory (+604) and all through his reign, he longed after the monastic lifestyle. Majorly due to his power and inspiration, Benedictine monasticism was Continue Reading...
Rapture and Tribulation The Church Rapture is what believers call 'Blessed Hope'. The Bible's New Testament explains a certain 'mystery', where according to Paul in 1 Corinthians 15:53, we will not all die (or sleep), but rather 'we will be changed Continue Reading...
Christian Worldview in Lowe's Mission and Vision StatementsLowe's Companies, Inc. is a retail company located in America, and it specializes in home improvement. Its headquarters are in Mooresville, which is in North Carolina. The company mainly oper Continue Reading...
Theological and Socio-cultural Theories or Models of RenewalThe early church experienced many signs and wonders. There were many wonders and miraculous signs performed by the apostles, according to the statement in Acts 2:43. Signs and wonders, as we Continue Reading...
While God’s word was delivered to specific people at a specific time in a specific place, the quality of the Word is such that it lives on and can be applied to all people in every place in every time. The reason for this is that the Word of Go Continue Reading...
Haddon W. Robinson first published Biblical Preaching in 1980. The book quickly became a classic in its field because of Robinson’s straightforward writing style and his ability to synthesize the necessary ingredients for an effective, scriptur Continue Reading...
Apologetics: Evil, Suffering and Hell 1. What are some of the facts of history and experience that give rise to the problem this course calls the problem of evil? The facts of history and experience that give rise to the problem of evil are primarily Continue Reading...
PERSONAL SOUL CARE GOALSPersonal Soul Care GoalsWith the complex responsibilities and demanding roles associated with ministering the gospel or becoming a leader in church organization, it is imperative that one develops a plan for personal care and Continue Reading...
In his 2012 book Church Growth 101: A Church Growth Guidebook for Ministers and Laity, Glenn Mollette offers valuable insights on pastoral leadership, evangelism, church ministry, church development, and other pastoral and church ministry aspects. Wi Continue Reading...
Jesus in the Book of John: Creation, Life, Death, Resurrection, and AscensionIntroductionThe Gospel of John provides an in-depth account of Jesus's journey, touching on everything from creation (John 1:1) to life, death, resurrection, and ascension ( Continue Reading...
AbstractThis document describes the biblical elements that underpin many of the core concepts and principles of the United States government. Here, the document focuses on the concepts of justice and fairness and how society defines these abstract te Continue Reading...
AbstractThis document describes the biblical elements that underpin many of the core concepts and principles of the United States government. Here, the document focuses on the concepts of justice and fairness and how society defines these abstract te Continue Reading...
Gospel RenewalGospel renewal is defined as a life-changing recovery of the gospel that occurs personally and corporately. On a personal level, believers are awakened to the wonders of salvation again. In this process, believers are transformed to liv Continue Reading...
The concept of the common good can apply just as well to secular or political values as to spiritual or religious ones. Social and political organizations should be devoted to the common good, but not all are, as Sullivan & Pagnucco (2014) point Continue Reading...
Problem Dynamics Reverend Miller is a leader in the local Methodist community. As such, he serves as a role model and someone who is responsible for embodying the teachings of Christ as best he can. Yet Reverend Miller is also human, and therefore fa Continue Reading...
Bergant (2000), Boyon (2002), Fitzmyer (1981) and Johnson (1991) all offer commentary, analysis, and correspondences for Luke 4:14-30. Boyon (2002) calls this section an “apocalyptic turning point,” a critical moment in which Jesus not on Continue Reading...
John Wesley understand the human condition and human need for grace? The Wesleyan understanding of grace is that grace is a gift given by God, not something that human beings can win by performing particular actions (cited by Outler, 1980, p. 126). Continue Reading...
REFLECTION ON THE CHRISTIANS RELATIONSHIP TO THE MOSAIC LAWThe place and role of the Mosaic Law in a Christians life is a significant issue addressed by the Apostle Paul, particularly in his letter to the Romans. It is the position of this paper that Continue Reading...
As evident in this course, the Bible introduces us to several women whose lives provide important lessons as God uses them to reveal certain truths. Some of the women studied in this class include Eve/Original Sin, Sarah, Sarah & Hagar, Rebecca, Continue Reading...
Homiletical Outlining an Expository Sermon Introduction An expository sermon tries to illustrate, explain and give the practical application of scripture in life. It aims at helping the audience to identify the factual interpretation of scripture in Continue Reading...
Deity of Christ in the Gospel of John In John's Gospel, the term Son of God is used very frequently but people do not derive the spirituality of Jesus from this title, in fact they refer this title to the messianic position of Jesus. Such a belief h Continue Reading...
Sanctification The process of sanctification can also be termed loosely of becoming like God, as we were all created to be like him and in sanctification we are restored to the full human potential designed by god. This has three parts or levels and Continue Reading...
Barclay goes on to identify the Christian inspiration (Christ Himself), the handicap (the effects of Original Sin), and the means for perseverance (Barclay references the word "hupomone," which is another way of saying "the patience which masters" t Continue Reading...
