Acts 19: 23-41
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7 pages. An analysis of this passage of the bible as well as its meaning in contemporary society today. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: JGAact19.wps

Adam And Eve – An Analysis
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A 5 page paper that discusses the story of Adam and Eve found in Genesis 2:4-3.24. The essay discusses the author and estimated dates during which the text was written. The writer then discusses the themes found in this story and the historical background. This is followed by a literary analysis the ends by listing some of the questions the story does not answer. The writer concludes the essay with the primary message and comments on the relevance of the themes for today. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGadev.rtf

Adam and Eve/Mythological Archetype
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A 3 page essay that discusses the nature of the story of Adam and Eve. The writer argues that examination of this creation myth shows that it parallels the development of every human life, and represents the innate human longing to be "one" with a being greater than ourselves and that the story has archetypal significance. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: khadeve.rtf

Adam and Eve: Equally Guilty
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This 4 page paper argues that Adam and Eve are equally guilty for eating the fruit and being expelled from the Garden. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVaegilt.rtf

Adam And Eve: Free Will Or Influenced By The Snake?
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5 pages in length. Was Adam and Eve bound by weakness or were their actions the result of free will? God warned Adam and Eve not to eat from the Tree of Conscience, but they did not heed his admonition. Convinced by the serpent that committing sin would pose them no harm, they were easily tricked into believing this was true. This coaxing appeared to bee all the incentive they needed to sin against the Lord, causing Him to lose faith in their trustworthiness, but were they truly to blame? Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCAdmEv.rtf

Adam and Eve: The Influence on Women Today
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A 5 page paper which examines the expulsion of Adam and Eve and how that plays a part in the position of women today. bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAadmeve.rtf

Adversarial People – What Did Jesus Do?
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Adversarial People – What Did Jesus Do?: This 11-page essay explores how we should deal with difficult people relevant to Jesus Christ’s actions/ teachings as cited in the Holy Scriptures. Numerous examples are given as to His encounters with adversarial “others,” and Biblical quotations are used to support conclusions. After all these centuries Man still just doesn’t get it. Bibliography lists 1source. SNDealin.doc
Filename: SNDealin.doc

Affordable Housing--An Essential Ministry Goal
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A 3 page essay that discusses issues involved with affordable housing from a Christian ministry perspective. The writer defends the concept of a housing ministry as a basic Christian goal. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khaffh.rtf

African History: The Bible and Africa
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A 10 page paper which examines the history of Africa through the Bible. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAbbafr.rtf

Against the Celebration of Halloween in Schools
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A 3 page paper which argues against the celebration of Halloween in schools. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAhween1.rtf

Alcoholics Anonymous: Christian or Occult Roots?
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A 10 page history of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) and the basis of its creation. Addresses the myth that A.A. is based on Christian precepts. Discounts this myth as being unfounded, pointing out that in reality the approach of the organization is based as much, if not more, on the occult than on Christianity. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPalcoAA.wps

Allen/Interpreting the Gospel/Chapter Digest
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A 5 page research paper that takes the form of a chapter digest/summary. One of the most difficult tasks that a pastor and theologian face is to write effective sermons that reflect the spiritual needs of a specific congregation and then to preach them, week and after week (Pfitzner 235). The message ha to be "profound but simply to follow" yet also "challenge and extend people's thinking" while not using language that is over the heads of some members of the congregation (Pfitzner 235). Furthermore, the message while "relevant to a whole group," must also somehow speak to each individual" (Pfitzner 235). It is a tough assignment, to say the least. In his text, Ronald J. Allen's Interpreting the Gospel: An Introduction to Preaching, this author offers solid instruction and advice that informs novice preachers about aspects of the craft that are essential to success. The following is a summation of a specific reading from Allen's book, which begins with the introduction to Section Three, Chapter 6. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khrallen.rtf

American Religion and the 2003 Film Bruce Almighty
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In seven pages this paper examines reviews and religious commentaries on this film regarding what they reveal about its depiction of religion and its relationship to American culture. Five sources are cited in the bibliography.
Filename: TGbruceal.rtf

Amos, Chapter 5:4-25
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A 25 page exegetical research paper that addresses Amos 5:4-25. The writer discusses the time and setting of the passage; the passage in relation to the rest of the Book of Amos; the passage's structure and the history and manner of its composition and its meaning, with a particular focus on how the message of the text is applicable to modern day Canada. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: khamos5.rtf

An Analysis of "Preaching to Every Pew":
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This 5 page paper discusses this book and determines what lessons can be applied from the book to real-life sermon writing and preaching. This book deals with effectively communicating to multicultural audiences. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: GSPreach.rtf

An Analysis Of Romans 1: 18-32
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A 15 page paper. St. Paul's letter to the Romans is the longest of his letters. Scholars also consider it his weightiest and most important letter because it is both a book of theology and a book of practical exhortation. This paper explores Romans, Chapter 1, verses 18 - 32. In this section, Paul demonstrates how people are unrighteous, how they continue to sin despite their knowledge of God. The essay focuses on these questions: Is our present society sinful? Do these verses relate to doctrines found in the Old Testament? Are the themes found in these verses validated in other passages? Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGrom18.wps

An Analysis of the Sacrament of Baptism:
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This 5 page paper discusses the topic of Catholic Baptism. This subject is analyzed from a historical perspective as well as from a modern-day perspective. Bibiolography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSBaptis.rtf

An Evaluation of Cain's Sacrifice
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This 5 page paper evaluates the biblical Cain and why God rejected his sacrifice. The concept is discussed from a variety of perspectives. No bibliography.
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An Evolving World View (1196-1795)
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A 5 page examination of the changes we experienced in our view of the world and our place in that world between 1196 and 1795. The author utilizes five historic documents to illustrate the evolution of ideology which we experienced in this time period. These documents are Pope Innocent III’s 1196 pronouncement of man as a lowly being, a letter written in 1492 by Pico della Mirandola asserting our magnificence and superiority, Galileo Galilei’s 1615 letter attempting to justify his scientific finding to the Grand Duchess Christina, Martin Luther’s document detailing his own inner dilemma in trying to balance the justice of God and the construct of faith, and finally a 1795 mandate to King George III from Emperor Ch’ien Lung asserting China’s desire to remain relatively impervious to any further Western infiltration. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPwrldVw.rtf

An Exegesis of Exodus 13:1-22
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This 5 page paper provides an exegesis of Exodus 13: 1-22. Exodus 13:1-22 relates the events that have occurred after God has delivered the people of Israel, the Jews, from the bondage of Egyptian rule. The events that occur in Exodus 13 are linked to the previous chapter (Exodus 12) and provide an understanding of the importance of elements mentioned in Exodus 12, including Exodus 12:39, when the people bake unleavened bread for their long journey. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MHExod13.rtf

An Exploration of Time and Space in the Realm of Theology
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This 14 page paper uses Moltmann's ideas as a springboard for discussion on issues concerning time and space. The concept of time is defined and explored in depth. Heaven and Earth are also concepts explored. Philosophical, scientific and theological views are included but there is a focus on theology. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA210tme.rtf

An Overview of Christianity, Islam and Hinduism:
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This 5 page paper discusses the general principles of these religions and specifically addresses the meaning of life according to these world views. Furthermore, this paper compares and contrasts how these religions address this philosophical issue. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSWorlds.rtf

Analysis of Biblical Passage (Genesis 3:16-17)
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This 1 page paper examines this passage provided in the paper. The passage is evaluated for its thematic elements. No additional sources cited.
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Analysis of Eve
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A 10 page research paper that examines the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis. Modern scholars have examined the original Greek text of Genesis, exploring the validity of the traditional interpretation, and, for the most part, they generally differ from the traditional stance in the way they perceive the role of Eve. This analysis of Eve draws on this scholarship to show that Eve has been much maligned over the centuries and that the original text does not indicate the extreme disdain for women that is characteristic of the traditional interpretation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: kheve.rtf

Analysis of John 3:16:
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This 5 page paper delves into the history of the disciple John in order to find a historical basis for his writings. Furthermore, the Gospel of John is examined for its supporting evidence in regards to the message John presents in 3:16. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: GSBibJon.rtf

Analysis of the Book of Daniel
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A 25 page research paper that offers a thorough analysis of this book of the Old Testament. The writer's thesis is that the sovereignty of God will prevail over the rulership of and ego of man. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: 00bkofda.doc

Analysis/Book of Exodus
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A 4 page analysis of the structure of the Book of Exodus. The writer puts this analysis in the form of a rough outline of the Book of Exodus, with an explanation and summation of the book following each of the major section in the outline, citing the Book of Exodus only. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khexo.rtf

Analyzing a Sermon
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A 6 page research paper/essay that answers specific questions about a particular sermon. The writer discusses the various of sermons in providing this analysis. Bibliography lists 3 sources, but the sermon itself is not included in the bibliography, so the bibliography is incomplete.
Filename: khanser.rtf

Anderson/ Understanding the Old Testament
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A 5 page book review of Bernhard Anderson's Understanding the Old Testament. The writer argues that this is a comprehensive textbook that provides a detailed guide to comprehending the ancient literature that makes up the Jewish and Christian scriptures. Anderson's writing style if straightforward and clear, making this an ideal introductory text to Old Testament study, as it examines this ancient writing, not just from a religious perspective, but also incorporates historical, literary, and archeological points of views. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khandold.rtf

Andrew Greeley/The Jesus Myth
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A 20 page book review that examines Andrew W. Greeley's The Jesus Myth. The writer discusses three themes in Greeley's text: 1) the message of Jesus and its radical meaning; 2) at the heart of Christianity is acceptance of this message; and 3) clarification and interpretation of New Testament scripture supports the message of Jesus' ministry and the significance of his sacrifice. This discussion takes up roughly 15 pages of the paper, with the remaining pages devoted to a personal response to the work. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khagjm.rtf

Angels and Demons
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A 7 page paper that discusses angels, demons and scripture. Angels and demons abound in popular culture. Each Christmas, It's a Wonderful Life plays on television, virtually non-stop, and pictures the once-mortal Clarence getting his "wings" by helping Jimmy Stewart's character to appreciate his life. Likewise, demons continue to abound in every sort of horror movie. The question arises as to how accurate these representations are and how much of these presentations are actually based on scripture. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khangdem.rtf

Anglican Church Unity
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A 15 page research paper that examines the debate and schism that has occurred in the global Anglican Communion due to the insistence of the American Episcopal Church on ordaining openly gay bishops and consecrating same-sex marriages. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: khepiang.rtf

Anointing of Jesus/Gospel Accounts
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A 5 page essay that contrasts and compares the gospel accounts of Jesus being anointed with perfume by a woman. All four gospel accounts of the life, ministry and sacrifice of Jesus of Nazareth include a story, which occurs shortly before the crucifixion where he is anointed by a woman using expensive perfume. While all the gospels tell this story, there are distinct differences between the accounts, which indicate slightly different interpretations and theological focus. This examination, first of all, looks at these accounts and then offers discussion and comparison. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khgos4an.rtf

Anselm’s Ontological Arguments
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A 5 page research paper/essay that discusses the first and second ontological arguments of Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109), who was the first medieval theologian to propose an ontological argument on the existence of God. An ontological argument is a method that relies on logic alone, rather than scripture, as it endeavors to establish a priori proof that God exists. Then, the writer discusses the response written by Anselm’s contemporary Gaunilo of Marmoutier. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khansont.rtf

Anthony Ceresko/ Introduction to the Old Testament
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A 5 page book report that focuses on the many virtues of Anthony R. Ceresko's book, Introduction to the Old Testament: A Liberation Perspective. The writer discusses Ceresko's approach to Old Testament scripture, explaining how it is based on the theoretical model of Norman Gottwald, and also mentions the areas in which the book is weak. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khintcer.rtf

Anthropological Interviewing/Religion
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A 5 page research paper that describes an interview conducted by the writer/tutor with a member of the Moravian church. The paper focuses on the interview as an anthropological process, describing what was learned about the interviewee's religious beliefs and what it means to be a Moravian. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khantmor.rtf

Anthropomorphism in Religion
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A 4-page paper discussing the concept of anthropomorphism and how its adherents view evil, God and sin. This is contrasted with anti-anthropomorphists’ views. Lists 2 sources.
Filename: khanth.rtf

Apocalyptic Literature
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the history of the theories that predict the end times, focusing on how religion uses it to control its people. How the elite used the theories to control the social order during the high middle ages is explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA022Apo.rtf

Apocalyptic Visions and Imagery/Book of Daniel, Chap. 8
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A 16 page research paper that examines in detail the eighth chapter of the Book of Daniel as a piece of Jewish apocalyptic literature. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 99apodan.rtf

Aquinas: First Mover and First Cause
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A paper which looks critically at Aquinas's Five Ways, and at the problems inherent in his arguments for the First Mover and First Cause. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLaqways.rtf

Archeology, Israel, and Human Remains
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A 12 page paper which discusses various aspects concerning the science of excavating human remains, with emphasis on such endeavors in Israel as it relates primarily to first century discoveries. The archeological sites of Qumran and Masada are mentioned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAexcavate.wps

Arguments Against Same Sex Union Ceremonies in the United Methodist Church
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This 6 page report discusses the issues related to same sex “marriages” in the context of the United Methodist Church and offers both biblical reference and Methodist doctrine to support its point of view in which prohibitions against same-sex unions and gay ordination are upheld. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWssex.rtf

Arguments Behind the Dead Sea Scrolls
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5 pages in length. It was in 1947 that some Bedouins in the Judean Desert came upon a cave and found inside some clay jars. Out of curiosity, they broke open the jars and in one found some bundles containing scrolls. These Dead Sea Scrolls reveal documents of a strange Jewish sect that was philosophically opposed to rabbinic Judaism. The discussion in this paper is about that argument. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAdeadc.wps

Arianism:
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This 5 page paper highlights the theology of Arianism, which is the ancient belief that Jesus was divine but not God. This paper considers Arianism in relation to Christianity, touching on the Council of Nicaea which eradicated this belief. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSArianm.rtf

Aristotle & Sermon On The Mount
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A 5 page paper that discusses the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and Aristotle's The Aim of Man. Goodness and virtue is discussed as it is expressed in these two works. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGarmtm.RTF