Myths And The Bible : Truth is an allusive concept that is defined by each person within their own context. Basically, however, there are two valid ways of communicating truth: the literal and the symbolic. Within the realm of the symbolic are the narr
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fables, myths, folktales and fiction. This 5 page paper asserts that the Bible is a compilation of all of these types of narrative. It was never intended to be taken as completely literal and should be interpreted in the context of fables, myths, and folktales which symbolically, not literally, teach a moral lesson. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Protestant Biblical Interpretation
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Bernard Ramm's Protestant Biblical Interpretation is the only source used for this 5 page overview of several types of biblical interpretation. Ramm analyzes, and gives warnings inherent with the use of liberalism, allegory, and typology as well as both letteral and literal interpretative methods. The writer concludes that these techniques are best used in conjunction with one another rather than by themselves.
Filename: Probib.doc

The Characteristics Of Apocalyptic Literature Using Daniel And Revelation
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7 pages in length. Will the world come to an end? If one's faith is placed in the Bible, then it appears to be the case. There is considerable mention of the planet's last days as humanity pushes forth with all its arrogant and contemptuous behavior. It is as though the human race has sought out its own destruction from the warnings of apocalyptic prophecies that represent its own destiny. Indeed, the Bible instructs that the world will witness an end to life as it is known in such a tremendous world war that nations will be pitted against one another and kingdoms will slay other kingdoms in the name of Armageddon. The writer discusses apocalyptic prophecies as they relate to Daniel and Revelation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The New American Bible
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A 5 page essay that discusses the New American Bible. References are made to other versions of the Bible and specific verses are compared among different translations. The symbolism found is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Role of Women per the Bible
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15 pages in length. Gives an indepth analysis of how the Bible feels women should be submissive to the male in society, and how this has affected women throughout time. An excellent and well-cited paper. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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The Sound of Justice According To Plato and to The Bible
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This five-page-paper compares and contrasts the views of justice between the Book of Luke in the Bible and Plato's Republic. The causes of justice, the people who receive justice and a final discussion on the similarities and difference in the goal of justice between the two. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: CWjustic.wps

2 Corinthians 5: 14-21
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These verses address reconciliation and new creation. Each verse is explained and discussed with comments from some of the classic Biblical commentaries, including John Wesley's commentary. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PG2Cor5.rtf

John Bunyan's 'Pilgrim's Progress'
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An 8 page essay that discusses how Bunyan used his book to reflect not only the religious arguments of his day but also the 'political' and 'everyman' characters behind the story--within both an individual and universal framework. The paper posits that the 'little book' was, in fact, complex in its use of characterization, allegory and setting, and uses supporting evidence from Martin Luther, Erasmus, The Bible, and commentary from George Bernard Shaw and a number of other writers. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Bunyan.wps

A Personal Faith and World View
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A 10 page essay in which the writer expresses personal views relative to religious faith. Citing numerous references from scripture, the writer offers a personal interpretation and then relates this to a wider theological context. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Anthony Lewis/Gideon's Trumpet
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A 5 page summary of Lewis' account of a landmark Supreme Court case that made it possible for courts to supply a court-appointed lawyer for all criminal cases. The writer breaks down this summary into sections that address such areas as the thesis of the work as well as the author's opinions and bias along with a concise summary of its contents. No additional sources are cited.
Filename: 90gideon.rtf

Angels / God's Messengers
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This 6 page essay investigates the concept of angels throughout the Bible. Specific verses are cited to illustrate the various roles of angels, including but not limited to: protectors, warriors, chastisers, encouragers, predictors of the future and instructors, always fulfilling the word of God. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Godmess.wps

Angels / Their Historic Role in Various Religions & in Modern Life
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A 6 page exploration of the concept of angel and their traditional importance to various religions. Explores possible reasons for the tremendous popularity of angels today. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Angelhis.wps

George Herbert/The Temple‹Significance as a Title
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A 2 page analysis of the significance of the title 'The Temple,' which Herbert used for his collection of ecclesiastical poetry. The writer argues that Herbert constructs his 'temple,' not with mortar and stone, but with words‹metaphor, simile and rhyme. Yet, his construction is just as concrete as any that has survived the centuries‹as well as being very revealing, as it shows the reader the core of seventeenth-century Christian belief. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90temple.rtf

'Christian' Vs. 'Biblical' Mental Health Counseling
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A 5 page paper briefly discussing the differences between and the controversy surrounding the two modes of mental health counseling and therapy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Christbib.wps

'The Moral Animal' & Biological Determinism
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A 10 page review of 'The Moral Animal' by Robert Wright. Concentrates on Wright's use of Charles Darwin himself as an example of the theory of evolutionary psychology, natural selection, and biological predeterminism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Moralan.wps

“A Black Theology of Liberation”: A Review of the Teachings of Author James H. Cone
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A 3 page discussion of the teachings of James H. Cone. Cone presents a unique perspective of black theology, a perspective which is intended to overcome racism and to bond blacks together not only so they can reap the eventual reward of heaven but also so that they can enjoy an immediate improved status in their everyday lives. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPblTheo.rtf

“A Little Exercise for Young Theologians”: Reflections on the Book by Helmut Thielicke
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A 5 page discussion of one of the most basic threats to religious faith, the need to continually understand more and to view oneself as somehow superior to others when knowledge is obtained. The author of this paper contends that pastors of both large and small congregations, theology professors, and theology students alike have the potential to gain tremendous insight from Thielicke’s guidance in how to balance the simple premises of pure faith with the many challenges of technical theological inquiry. No additional sources are listed.
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“A Pretribulation Rapture of the Church”: A Critique
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A 3 page critique of the online article. This article discusses the timing of the rapture and the second coming of Christ. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPrlgTribulationRapture.rtf

“Abelard’s Historia”
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An eight page paper which looks at Abelard’s Historia Calamitatum, in terms of the way in which it gives an account of Abelard’s own spiritual development and the insights he offers into philosophical and theological thought and the structure of the religious orders in twelfth century Europe. Bibliography lists 1 source
Filename: JLAbelard.wps

“Birthing the Sermon” by Jana Childers
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A 6 page paper which reviews the book “Birthing the Sermon” edited by Jana Childers. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAsermon.rtf

“Comparison between Gilgamesh and Genesis”
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A five page paper which looks at the similarities and differences between the portrayal of deities and human beings in the Book of Genesis and the Epic of Gilgamesh, with specific reference to the myth of the flood which is common to both texts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JLgengilgam.rtf

“Creation science and theories of evolution”
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A five page paper which looks at the creation scientists’ theories of the origins of the universe and life on earth, as delineated in the Christian Bible, and the way in which these relate to other theories such as the Big Bang, Darwin’s explanation of natural selection, and the evidence of fossil records. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLcreati.doc

“Deep River”: An Analysis of the Novel by Shusaku Endo
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A 5 page exploration of the religious philosophy of author Shusaku Endo as portrayed in this story of the individual pilgrimages of his key characters. On the surface Shusaku Endo's “Deep River” is a story of personal and cultural clash which unfolds among a group of Japanese tourist touring alongside the Ganges River in India. Endo’s purpose is much deeper than depicting a glimpse of the lives of a few randomly chosen characters, however. Endo’s real purpose is to convey his view of religion, a view that is non-accepting of the premise that religions are exclusive of one another. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPdeepRv.rtf

“Doors to the Sacred” by Joseph Martos
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A 5 page paper which discusses the book “Doors to the Sacred” by Joseph Martos. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAmartos.rtf

“Engaging the Closed Mind” by Dan Story
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This 5 page report discusses strategies that are effective in reaching the lost in a way that allows for the non-believer to hear the message of Christian hope and faith in ways that will both appeal to them and convince them of the power and absolute truth of Christianity. To contend for the faith in the volatile context of the modern world, a careful blend of love, insight, and evangelism are imperative. Bibliography lists one source.
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“God is my CEO” by Larry Julian
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A 6 page paper which summarizes and analyzes Larry Julian’s book “God is My CEO.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAgodceo.rtf

“How Should We Then Live” by Francis A. Schaeffer
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A 3 page review of Francis A. Schaeffer’s book “How Should We Then Live.” Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: RAhowlve.rtf

“Introducing the New Testament: Its Literature and Theology”
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A 5 page paper which discusses the book “Introducing the New Testament: Its Literature and Theology” by Paul J. Achtemeier, Joel B. Green and Marianne Meye Thompson. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RANT.rtf

“Martin Luther and Psalm 1”
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A twelve page tutorial paper which gives a brief account of the life of Martin Luther, and continues by comparing his interpretation of Jewish theology as exemplified in Psalm 1 with later reformist perspectives, demonstrating how the Christological perspective of the reformed church contributed to the marginalisation and persecution of Jews in society as a whole. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: JLlutherpsalm.wps

“Salvation Through Faith or Works”
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A twelve page paper which looks at the way in which the Christian bible has been interpreted by different theoreticians in terms of the importance of faith and works in terms of redemption and salvation. The paper considers the Old Testament background to the development and codification of the Law, and looks at whether the Pauline gospels contradict other parts of the New Testament in their definition of works which arise from the pre-existence of personal faith. Bibliography lists 5 sources
Filename: JLfaithworks.wps

“The Handmaid’s Tale”: The Future of the United States
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A 3 page paper which examines how the novel “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood could be a religious dictatorship seen in the future of the United States. The paper examines what such a future would be like. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: RAdchn.rtf

“Thinking About God” by Dorothee Solle
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A 5 page paper which examines “Thinking About God” by Dorothee Solle and discusses how her book addresses the modern man. Bibliography lists 1 additional source.
Filename: RAsolle.rtf

“When All the Gods Trembled” by Paul K. Conkin
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A 4 page paper which summarizes and briefly analyzes the book “When All the Gods Trembled” by Paul K. Conkin. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAconkin.rtf

“Women in Christianity”: A Review of the Book by Hans Kung
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A 6 page overview of the manner in which we have historically viewed the role of women in Christianity. Kung targets theologians and the general readership alike in his discourse on the manner in which Christian women have been treated by their fellow Christians, and the social setting which inspired that treatment. Kung’s intent is to analyze the past injustices and to chart the way for a new theology of women in the Christian religion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPwomChr.rtf

‘Preaching the Gospel’ of African-American Church Theology
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A 14 page paper which examines the definitions of theology and preaching the gospel from an African-American perspective, considering among other issues the impact of the church, how belief in God and Jesus Christ relate to socio-cultural conditions such as racism, crime, injustice, what it means to preach the gospel, and speculates as to whether or not this approach to the gospel is going to last. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TGpreachgos.rtf

"A General Doctrine of the Sacraments" by Johann Auer
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A 5 page book report on Johann Auer's book "A General Doctrine of the Sacraments." No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAauer.rtf

"A Model of Christian Charity"
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A 4 page discussion of the meaning and applicability of the speech delivered by Governor in 1630 aboard the Arbella. Winthrop's speech was patterned according to Puritan beliefs and world views. As a consequence, the speech seems harsh by today's standards. Some might even classify Winthrop and his followers as zealots. On closer inspection, however, it becomes apparent that the message contains both stern warnings and deep understanding of the human condition and the factors that challenge our everyday lives. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPchrisC.rtf

"From Creation to the Cross": Lessons From the Book by Albert H. Baylis
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A 6 page recap of some of the most important points broached in this book. The author of this paper emphasizes the value this work holds for readers of all backgrounds. No additional sources are listed.
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"Never Call Them Jerks" by Arthur Paul Boers
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A 5 page analysis of Arthur Paul Boers' book "Never Call Them Jerks." No additional sources cited.
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"On the Incarnation" by St. Athanasius
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A 5 page paper which discusses particular aspects of St. Athanasius' "On the Incarnation." The aspects discussed revolve around why St. Athanasius felt God became man in the form of Jesus Christ. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAathanas.wps

"The Christian Mind" by Harry Blamires
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A 5 page paper which reviews and summarizes the book "The Christian Mind: How a Christian Should Think" by Harry Blamires. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAblamires.wps

"The Da Vinci Code" - Controversy
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7 pages in length. Opinion is a powerful commodity within the context of disseminating information; while one person might draw an interpretive conclusion when exposed to various data about a particularly subject, another may perceive something entirely different even though they both have the same resources. To put forth one's theory as fact against a greater swell of contradictory proof tends to irritate those - often in the majority - who take offense to the underlying implications. This is precisely what surrounds the controversy of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code and its bold claims in relation to Christianity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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"Theological Perspectives on Christian Formation"
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A 10 page paper which summarizes the book "Theological Perspectives on Christian Formation" edited by Jeff Astley, Leslie Francis, and Colin Crowder. The paper also examines why Christian education is of such importance. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: RAchrsed.wps

"Your Work Matters to God"
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A 5 page paper which reacts to Doug Sherman and William Hendrick's book "Your Work Matters to God." No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAworkgod.wps

1 & 2 Thessalonians - Faith
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A 9 page essay discussing the interpretation of faith as written by Paul, particularly as found in 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Several interpretations as to the importance of faith and what it does are offered. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Thessal.wps