Essays and Research Papers on Church & Politics

This 5 page paper discusses the steps involved in making a person a saint within the Church. Also, this paper discusses how these events influence the view of believer's that God is indeed Divine. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 15 page paper deals with the passion and death of Christ as exampled in the Gospel of Luke. The theme of redemption is discussed as examined by Thomas Aquinas and various scholars such as Kelly and Cessario. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 7 page paper takes a look at the concept of absolute morality and how it is conveyed in this work. Several quotes from the original work are included. No additional sources cited.

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.

A 14 page paper that seeks to answer this question: Is it possible to develop a personal relationship with God? The writer addresses the question by discussing what a relationship with God would require of man based on the nature of God. God's attributes are identified and discussed. Using examples by citing Scripture, both Old ...

This 5 page report discusses the ways in which humanity’s spiritual leaders, philosophers, and social scientists have studied the issues associated with human happiness and the ways in which it may be achieved, certain universal truths have been defined that demonstrate the most fundamental nature of individual human beings. Plato, Freud, Buddha, and Jesus the ...

A 5 page research paper that discusses how the doctrine of the Trinity became official doctrine at the Council of Nicea, as well as the nature of the Trinity, and how it is perceived by modern theologians. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

14 pages in length. The writer delves into the person-to-person and person-to-society aspects of ethical fortitude as they relate to Christianity and Hinduism. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 14 page paper which examines various subjects in “Anatomy of the Sacred” by James C. Livingston as they are found in chapters 5, 7, and 12. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper which presents an overview and review of Jack Miles’ book “Christ: A Crisis in the Life of God.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the prophet Muhammad and how he has been viewed by the Western World since the Middle Ages. The crusades are discussed as is the present day situation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how Jack Kerouac’s novel “Dharma Bums” illustrates East meeting West in terms of social and spiritual endeavors. No additional sources cited.

10 pages in length. Development of the human race has been responsible for myriad controversies throughout such an immense and ongoing process of defining mankind. One of the most important, if not necessary issues that has emerged from this ever-progressing metamorphosis is that of the separation between church and state. The wall ...

5 pages. This paper is based on Rene Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy, using Meditation three as the primary source. This particular meditation is entitled 'Of God: That He Exists'. This analytical paper discusses this particular topic and shows how and why Descartes' argument on the existence of God is indeed valid. ...

This general 10 page essay was written in the turabian style. It explores the dilemma of bringing Christian youth to the church, and how scripture, parents and clergy should work together to accomplish this. Bibliography lists 10 sources, turabian style.

An 8 page paper comparing Western liberalism to the Islamic philosophies of Sayyid Qutb and Yusuf al-Qaradawi. These two clerics have had immense influence in the formation of the political ideologies of Islam. Sayyid Qutb is said to have exerted great influence over Osama bin Laden. The purpose here is to compare ...

This 7 page paper is based on notes from a student concerning a visit to two facilities, one a Buddhist monastery that supports the Theravada tradition and the other, the Karma Ling Buddhist Centre that is aligned with Tibetan Buddhism. Buddhism is discussed in general. The two types of buddhism are compared and contrasted. Bibliography ...

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.

A 6 page discussion of the growing world pressure for Christians to acknowledge and even to accept the Prophet Muhammad and Islam. This paper notes the misperceptions and ignorance surround Islam which characterizes Christian understanding of the religion and to clarify those misunderstandings. At the same time, however, the author stands firm in ...

5 pages in length. There exist many similarities between the doctrines and beliefs of Judaism and Buddhism; however, there are just as many inconsistencies when one delves into the various aspects of the two religions. Blessed with an abundance of altruism, both Judaism and Buddhism place humanity and other living entities at the ...

This paper examines two theories in terms of universe creation, Big Bang and Creationism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This paper discusses the document involving Catholic Social Teaching or CST and its effectiveness in trying to integrate the Church into the community. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper provides four separate summaries and critiques of books or articles which are related to New Ageism. Andrew's Medicine Woman, McKenna's In Praise of Psychedelics, Burrough's Nova Express and Ross's New Age: A Kinder, Gentler Science? are the four works. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines chapter 13 from “Anatomy of the Sacred” by James C. Livingston. No additional sources cited.

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.