Essays and Research Papers on Church & Politics

A 3 page paper. Paul's hymn contained in these verses is one of the earliest known Christic hymns. This paper discusses how this hymn describes Christ, who would have been singing this hymn in the early Christian church and how Paul's Christology is found in these verses. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 28 page research paper that examines literature and discusses public cemeteries as an aspect of secular life, relate to the concept of the sacred. The writer argues that this is a particularly relevant area of discussion as there is evidence that the public mindset, in regards to the burial rituals, is currently evolving in ...

A 3 page paper that discusses these verses with an emphasis on the reasons for Christ's birth as found in this passage. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper is a commentary on the cited verses. The essay begins with comments regarding Matthew's, Mark's and Luke's versions of the parable. It then provides a brief background for this parable, its theme and the explanation that Christ's parables are intended to conceal the truth from some and reveal it to ...

A 12 page research paper that examines sources that discuss the life of St. Francis, the Franciscan movement before offering analysis of 2 poems by the saint. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the authority and usefulness of Catholic Tradition in expanding and expounding on the information contained in Scripture. Complaints about reliance on the Tradition appear to arise from giving the Tradition greater weight than Scripture receives. This is not the intent of the Magisterium, as stated in the catechism. ...

This 3-page paper discusses the institution of Hisbah as it pertains to economics. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the argument that biblical criticism undermines the authority of scripture. The writer draws examples from Lukan scholarship in refuting this statement. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page analysis of "Why People Believe (What Other People See As) Crazy Ideas" by William Irons. The writer summarizes the main points, which deal with the evolutionary, social purposes of religion in terms of fostering group cohesion, and then offers personal evaluation. No additional sources cited.

A 3 page paper which examines Karen Carpenter’s song On Top of the World and examines it connection to one’s Christian faith. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page essay that contrasts and compares the Sermon on the Mount to Epicureanism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that responds to this question: "Why only believers who are under the control of the Holy Spirit can evidence the joy, thanksgiving and submission presented in this passage?" The writer cites other Scripture to demonstrate the need for total submission to the Spirit and emphasizes the joy the believer feels ...

A 12 page paper that discusses what Jesus taught about these virtues. Scripture is cited in the text. Opinions of others are also included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses whether or not Fuller's statement about worshipper and deity merging is supported by other sources. Hinduism is the religion discussed in terms of this statement. Using several sources, the writer demonstrates that the goal of Hindus is to merge in God. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses each of these as virtues, love, faith and respect. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 14 page research paper/essay that discusses theologian Karl Barth's beliefs concerning the significance of the life of Jesus Christ. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the lives of Jesus and Mohammed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper begins by identifying some of the events that occurred before the 16th century that paved the way for the Reformation, including some of the theologians who had already translated some of Scripture and who argued against specific actions of the Papacy. Some of the individuals discussed include Wycliffe, Hus, Luther, ...

A 12 page research paper that reviews and analyzes this Christian text by a noted theologian and professor. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page, footnoted theological examination of the debate over whether or not Scripture should be regarded as without error. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

An 8 page paper. The writer begins with a discussion of salvation, what it means, and why we need it. The basic tenets of the Doctrine of Salvation are identified and discussed. This includes the differences between many Protestant churches and the Catholic Church. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines what a service would be like in the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Toledo, Ohio. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page essay that discusses Joseph Campbell’s concept of the Hero’s Journey, as it examines the Old Testament narrative of Moses and compares it to the New Testament narrative of Jesus, showing that both epic stories of grandeur offer a familial connection to God while they follow the structure for the hero’s journey ...

This 16 page paper begins with an introduction and definitions of key words. The paper discusses the long tradition of healing in Christianity beginning with Christ and His Apostles. The writer comments on faith healers, including Mary Baker Eddy and the potential dangers of relying only on prayer. The paper then discusses the charismatic Christian ...

A 5 page paper which examines whether or not God can be good considering that evil exists and people suffer. The paper examines Augustine’s argument concerning this topic as well. Bibliography lists 1 source.