Women in the Bible
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A five page paper looking at women in the Old Testament in terms of their roles as either protectors or temptresses. The paper concludes that independent, innovative women were often vilified as temptresses because they did not support the status quo. No additional sources.
Filename: KBotest.wps

God & The Old Testament
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2 page analysis of God's portrayal in the Old Testament. The writer feels that with specific respect to his relation with man, God's character in the Old Testament is one that portrays an all-powerful, immortal being yet he needs only to be feared by those who perform acts of evil or of sin. No Bibliography.
Filename: Godot.wps

The Book Of Jeremiah
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A 6 page paper that discusses the Old Testament Book of Jeremiah. This is the longest Book in the Bible and it is one that is filled with dire prophesies. This Book also contains God's promise of a new covenant. The writer discusses: the era; the times of Jeremiah's ministry; the literary style; the themes; and using specific verses, how these relate to verses in other Books. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGjer2.wps

The Books Of Hosea, Amos, Jonah
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This 6 page paper discusses these three books in the Old Testament. Hosea, Amos and Jonah are three of the twelve minor prophets, Hosea being the first. The writer explains what their names mean, who they were, and the major themes of their books. The writer also compares and contrast these three prophets and their messages. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGproph.wps

Themes In The Gospel of Matthew
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A 5-page paper that discusses the themes found in the Gospel of Matthew. Five themes are discussed, such as how the birth of Jesus fulfills the prophecies found in the Old Testament. Biblical verses are provided to demonstrate each of the themes. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGtheme.wps

The benefit of Suffering as Illustrated in The Apocrypha
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This 3 page paper looks at the writing contained in the Apocrypha and considers the way in which suffering of the faithful is portrayed as a necessary part of faith allowed by a just and good God. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEapocra.wps

How Successful Are The Modern Attacks on Religion Presented by Marx, Nietzsche and Freud?
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Modern attacks on religion, as presented by Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud, are grounded in the belief that the rational, or scientific, method of explanation is superior to, and may totally negate, the irrational, or a priori foundation of religious beliefs. The use of language and the manipulation of the concepts by which scientific proof is accorded negates the argument of that religion is of little or no value because it does not satisfy scientific inquiry. This 10 page paper examines the views of these three men and presents the argument that the views they held on religion are not applicable or pertinent in Today's society. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: ArgRelig.wps

1 Corinthians 1:5
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A 5 page essay focusing on this one verse in the New Testament. This was Paul's first long letter to the Corinthians. The purpose was instructive and was a response to questions Paul received from them in a letter. The essay explains the meaning of the verse and how it reflects Paul's understanding and theology of Christianity. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PG1cor1.wps

New Testament & The Question of Introduction
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A 5 page paper that considers the 'Book of James' and the way in which scholars have disputed the history and authorship of this work. Bibliography with 4 sources.
Filename: Newtest.wps

Outline Of The Missionary Journeys of Paul
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A 7 page outline chronicling the four missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul, including his two Roman imprisonments. Formerly a member of the Pharisees and an enthusiastic persecutor of the early Christians, Paul was converted to Christianity on the road to Damascus, where he intended to squelch another wave of Christian teaching after the death of Jesus. He became the first missionary and prolific writer his letters to the churches he visited and helped direct constitute much of the New Testament. Bibliography lists 6+ sources.
Filename: Paul.doc

Mormons in Utah
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This 5 page report discusses the sociological and anthropological aspects of a group (Mormons) and the their rituals, beliefs, and ideas that are associated with a particular region of the United States (Utah). Their characteristics as a collective, as well as their customary way of life are briefly examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Mormon.wps

Martin Luther
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A 6 page paper discussing the life and works of Martin Luther. A brief description of his early life is included followed by some of the most important occurrences in his life which led him to being the predominant historical figure he is today. He was a man who changed the face of Christianity forever, and instigated the Reformation and the beginnings of the Protestant faith. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Martinlu.wps

Reformation: Why Luther Succeeded And Others Failed
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A 5 page paper. Martin Luther was not the first theologian who criticized the Church and tried to change it. Others had come before, including John Wycliffe and Jan Hus. Wycliffe and Hus made great contributions to Luther's work and could really be considered the pre-reformation reformers. This paper discusses their contributions and offers ideas about why their movements were not as successful as Luther's. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGrefor3.wps

Martin Luther
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the role of Martin Luther. When one thinks of all great men that influenced Christianity, Martin Luther comes to mind. The roles he played in the sixteenth century were important ones. He was a prolific writer, he contributed vast ideas to Christianity, he was pious, his views changed Christianity, and he translated the Bible. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCmarlu.wps

Martin Luther & His Use of Language
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This 5 page paper considers the nature of Martin Luther's theological orations and his use of language and metaphor and considers the argument that Martin Luther's sermons and speeches were one of the foundations from which modern Germanic languages have progressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Mlanguag.wps

Source and Nature of Authority According to Martin Luther and James I
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A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts the source and nature of authority, as articulated by Martin Luther in 'On Papal Power, Justification By Faith and the Nature of the Bible' and King James I's speech, 'True Law of Free Monarchies.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGpower.wps

Source and Nature of Authority According to Martin Luther and James I
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A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts the source and nature of authority, as articulated by Martin Luther in “On Papal Power, Justification By Faith and the Nature of the Bible” and King James I’s speech, “True Law of Free Monarchies.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGpower.rtf

Two Religions--One Family
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A 9 page research paper which discusses the effects of maintaining two religions. Four real-life scenarios describe the joys and heartbreaks involved in this dual-relationship struggle. A brief background into Judaism and Catholicism is included. Bibliography contains five sources.
Filename: Famireli.wps

Satan And The Book Of Job
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5 pages in length. Say the word Satan, and most people immediately think of a devilish character who inflicts torturous pain and misery on his victims. But the Satan known in the Book of Job was not such a malevolent being; in fact, it was with the permission of God that he imposed harm upon Job, a faithful servant to God. The writer defines Satan's place within the Book of Job and briefly describes his actions with respect to Taoism. Bibliography included.
Filename: Satanjob.doc

The Book of Job - Chapter One
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This 5 page report discusses the first chapter of the Old Testament's Book of Job. The first chapter introduces the reader to the hardships Job must endure and as the chapter ends, Job proclaims some of the most famous lines of any section of the Bible - ' . . . the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.' Bibliography lists only the book itself as a source.
Filename: Bkofjob.wps

Book of Job / Divine Justice
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A 5 page paper that provides and overview of the discourse between Job and his friends in The Book of Job and reflects on the impact of this discourse on the concept of divine justice. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: Bookjob2.wps

The Book of Job / Court Imagery
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A 5 page paper that considers the use of court imagery in the Book of Job. The writer contends that court imagery is an effective means of supporting the themes of suffering and justice in the work. Bibliography with 2 sources.
Filename: Bookjob.wps

Religious Perspectives on God in the Age of Enlightenment
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This 8 page paper considers the issue of the death of God in the age of enlightenment and considers the variations in religious perspectives relative to this period of time. Though this paper focuses primarily on the Christian perspective regarding the changes in the church and the view of God during the Age of Reason, this paper also considers the perspectives related in Islamic Jewish religions as points of comparison. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHEnlig_

The Work of the Holy Spirit
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A 3 page paper discussing the purpose and the role that the Holy Spirit plays in the world. The Holy Spirit is a pure entity that is intent on demonstrating the love of God. It is a part of God and is shown to the true believers so that they can share it with others and bring people closer to God. It's intent is to share truth. love, peace, and pure joy to the people of faith. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Holy2.wps

The Bible As The Word of God
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A 14 page paper in which the writer examines -- from a philosophical perspective, how we can say on the basis of divine revelation that The Bible is the word of God? Rather than look at the complex angles of that interpretation, we can take a simpler route to the answer. Why do the interpretations of the fall differ? In fact, there is validity in all interpretations : This -- and other relevant issues such as the underlying message of St. John's writings that preparedness in faith and unconditional love of God shall result in salvation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Wordofgo.rtf

Abraham's Covenant With God
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A 5 page essay that compares and contrasts the covenant made between God and Abraham as recorded in Genesis: Chapters 13, 15 and 17. The writer also notes the total obedience and faithfullness of Abraham and the fact that God chose him as a father of many nations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Abram.wps

Believing in God – Reason or Faith
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This 5 page report discusses a dialogue in which one person says that a belief in God must have a good reason while the other sees it as a matter of faith, not reason. Then the question is asked if faith itself is not based on reason and where irrational belief fits into the scheme of it all. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Faitrea2.wps

In the Pattern of God’s Truth
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A 2 page discussion of the book, “In the Pattern of God’s Truth,” by Frank Gaeblein. In this book the author is addressing the concern that too often people do not truly understand the Word of God because they are relying on others for the reading and the interpretation of God’s Word, which is truth. The book discusses these realities by also addressing the fact that any subject matter should be clearly defined by the truth set forth in the Word of God, and should not be merely assumed to be truth unless supported by the word of God. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RApattern.wps

Is God Just? : 'Doth God pervert judgement? or doth the Almighty pervert justice' (Job 8
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3)? It has been argued that God, in his omnipotence, is at once loving and capricious. This 5 page paper examines the motivations of God in reference to the casting out of Adam and Eve, the test of Abraham and the troubles of Job. An analogy of parenthood and parenting techniques is proposed with the circumstances compared with the stages in the development of a child. No other sources cited.
Filename: Godjust.wps

Jurgen Moltmann/ 'The Coming of God'
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A 5 research paper that examines Jurgen Moltmann's book 'The Coming of God,' which a far-ranging text in which Moltmann interprets Christian eschatology in the light of God's creative future, and not as it has been traditionally interpreted in the past as a doctrine of last things. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 99cogmol.wps

St. Ignatius of Loyola: The Conversion and Founding of the Jesuits
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This 9 page paper provides an overview of the life and conversion of St. Ignatius of Loyola, who was one of the central figures in the Jesuit movement in the 16th century. St. Ignatius was the founder of the Jesuits and integrated the Jesuit activities into the political events of this era. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHSTIGNA.wps

Comparison/ Bible & The Odyssey
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A 5 page comparison of the first chapter of the Hebrew Bible and Homer's epic poem, 'The Odyssey.' Throughout history, from the time of the earliest civilizations, there have been literary compositions that attempted to explain life and the consequences of human action as it might relate to divine will. Each culture has addressed the relationship to the divine its own fashion. Homer expressed this for the ancient Greeks and unknown Hebrew scholars recorded the oral traditions of the Jewish tribes. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99bibody.rtf

The Ministry of the Holy Spirit Among Believers
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A 3 page paper discussing the current state of ministry among believers, in relationship to the Holy Spirit. There are many different beliefs and ideas in regards to the Holy Spirit and the true ministry which is required by believers. While some believe that such a ministry involves active demonstration, others believe that through subtle action and kind words the ministry is conducted. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Holy3.wps

The Meaning Of Life In Judeo-Christian Thought
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A 4 page paper looking at this thorny problem as analyzed by the writer of Genesis, St. Paul, and St. Augustine. It concludes that for these writers, The only way to find meaning in a world filled with too many meanings is to cleave closely to an inflexible standard -- for the Jews, the Law; for Paul, the vision of Christ; for Augustine, the Church. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: Meanlife.doc

Theology And Religion / Mysticism And Jesus
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A 25 page research paper that tests the hypotheses that mysticism was practiced during the time of Jesus and that Jesus was a mystic. This paper includes these sections: introduction, review of the literature, findings, discussion, summary and conclusions. Mysticism is defined with examples given of what mystics say about their experience. Theology is linked definitively to mysticism. Examples of how mysticism was practiced during the time of Jesus are given using Biblical verses. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: Jesusmys.wps

Augustine, Aquinas and Bonaventure: Views on Philosophy, Religion andGod
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of some essential elements of the perspectives of Augustine, Aquinas, and Bonaventure as they relate to the philosophy of religion. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHAquin.doc

Why Petition God?
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This 5 page paper addresses this question from the viewpoint that since God is omniscient and omnipotent, why should man pray for anything. Issues discussed include free will, Divine planning and arguments about the usefulness of prayer with examples that relate to everyday life.
Filename: Petgod.wps

Religion
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A 6 page paper discussing various aspects of religion that address issues such as oppression and liberation. Religion is a very complex and emotional subject which can often cause people to feel completely at peace with themselves and life, but can also incite people to violence. It revolves around a faith that instills, and often forces, people to behave and believe a certain way, depending on, and regardless of, the religion. More often than not religion is nothing more than a safety net that provides individuals with set rules which essentially protect them from themselves, thereby making it an oppressive reality as well as a liberating one. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Reloplib.wps

Science and Religion / Can They Co-Exist ?
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A 10 page research paper exploring the title question. Two primary questions are discussed: Can science and religion co-exist; and Are space, time and matter on in the same thing? The writer offers two theses. First, science and religion not only can co-exist, they must co-exist. Evidence for this is drawn from a number of philosophers and scientists including Descartes and Wertheim. The second thesis is that space, time and matter are three separate substances with evidence drawn from Descartes, the Deists, and Berkeley. Other philosophers and scientists are also briefly discussed in this paper. Bibliography included.
Filename: SciRel.wps

Sociology of Religion
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A comprehensive 14 page paper on this topic. Basic principals are examined as well as the theories of Marx, Durkheim, and Weber and how each of them influenced the sociology of religion. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Socrel.wps

Christian Women In Religion
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The role of the woman in Christianity is explored in this 4 page essay that uses Barbara J. MacHaffie's book Her Story: Women in Christian Tradition. MacHaffie looks at the role of women in different sects of Christianity, with a primary focus on the United States. The subject is looked at historically, but much data on contemporary Christianity is also included. MacHaffie's book is the only source used.
Filename: Machaffi.rtf

Albert Nolan's 'Jesus Before Christianity'
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This 5 page paper discusses the 1976 book by Albert Nolan. Nolan introduces his readers to the person Jesus before his death, a man who was deeply involved in the issues and problems of his day. The book presents some idea of what it was Jesus was trying to do. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Anolan.wps

Christianity And The Two Natures Of Christ
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A 20 page paper that investigates the different interpretations of the two natures of Jesus Christ - God and man. The writer explores specific questions, such as: was Christ sinless; was Christ both God and man; was Jesus aware of His deity? Two major perspectives are explored in relation to these and other questions: evangelicalism and neo-orthodoxy. Evidence is presented from the Bible to support the evangelical perspective. The contradictions found in neo-orthodox writings is discussed as is the reasons for the beginning of this movement. The writer concludes with opinions regarding the human need to understand something beyond the human mind's capacity of understanding. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGnatur.wps

Importance Of The Ride & Spread Of Western Monasticism
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A 5 page paper reviewing the contributions made to Western civilizations by the men and women of monastic communities from the days of early Christianity to the Reformation. It is argued that these communities, where service to God and humanity superseded personal concerns, were significant in making Christianity a worldwide religion as well as preserving much of the knowledge of ancient Graeco-Roman civilization that could have been lost during the Middle Ages. In addition, the contribution of monasticism to the understanding of egalitarian communal life, to art, music and architecture, and to scholarship is considered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Monasticism.doc

Satan & Christianity
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A 7 page essay exploring the role that Satan plays in Christianity. Using the Bible and other citations, the writer looks at Satan in the Old and New Testament and compares those depictions with the role he plays today. Bibliography is included.
Filename: Satanchr.wps