Essays and Research Papers on Church & Politics

A 12 page research paper that addresses the nature of traditional Methodism and addresses the question of whether or not it is important to preserve. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

This 5 page paper argues that Peter Mattheissen’s book “The Snow Leopard” is as much about his journey of self-discovery as it is a story about his explorations of the Himalayas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, is a story that has as its setting the future but has as its origin the past. This 5 page paper argues that the future, according to the narrator, Offred, is a combination of biblical re-enactment and a repeat of the Puritan reality of early America. No additional sources are listed.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the connection between Judaism and Christianity. Christianity has historically considered itself to be the fulfillment of Judaic prophesies. Considering this, this examination of literature considers how a first century man might have perceived the connection between the two faiths. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page research paper/essay that considers this OT narrative within the context of its culture and applies its themes and meanings to present day Christian life. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses the first 74 pages of Spurgeon’s book. The paper provides the theme of each chapter and comments on the lessons for ordained ministers. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page book review on GloboChrist, The Great Commission Takes a Postmodern Turn by Carl Raschke. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page essay that summarizes William Carey's 1792 pamphlet "An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians To Use Means for the Conversion of the Heathens," which is credited for prompting the Protestant missions that characterized the nineteenth century. No additional sources cited.

In five pages this paper examines Islamic extremism in an overview that includes similarities with Christian fundamentalism, common traits and motivations, and the increasing possibility of a global holy war. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 4 page paper. The first section offers a review of the book with major points. The rest of the paper discusses how the book helps one in their ministry. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 15 page research paper that discusses the accuracy of the portrayal of David in First and Second Samuel as a historical figure that actually existed. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

A 12 page research paper, which includes a 1 page abstract, that provides an overview of the controversy concerning whether a proposed Islamic Community Center should be allowed within two blocks of the 9/11 ground zero site of the World Trade Center. The writer argues that not to allow construction of the Center ...

A 4 page essay that relates what John Ortberg advises in chapters 4 and 5 of his book The Life You've Always Wanted and how the writer applied these spiritual disciplines for a day and plans to continue Ortberg's spiritually sound direction. No other sources cited.

This 4 page research paper offers discussion and explication of Genesis 21:1-7, examining its theological and literal meaning. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page book review of W. Oscar Thompson, Jr.'s classic text Concentric Circles of Concern, Seven Stages for Making Disciples, which is a fascinating description of a structure that can be used as the foundation for a ministry—or a life. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper describes cultural and political factors related to the Greco-Roman era. The paper discusses how Christianity emerged in this context. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A five page paper looking at Hawthorne's classic novel in terms of its various literary components. The paper discusses tone, conflict, symbolism, style, setting, and time, as well as the unique way Hawthorne's Puritan ancestry contributed to his choice of subject matter for this novel. No additional sources.

This seven-page-paper discusses the issue of same sex marriages and the Catholic Church. It opens with a discussion about the rights afforded to gays and lesbians currently. Then it outlines the reason the Catholic Church refuses to acknowledge or perform same sex unions. Legal issues as well as biblical issues are explored.Bibliography lists five sources. ...

A 3 page research paper that describes Ignatian spirituality, its principles and its importance and relevancy to current society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7-page paper discusses the Koran's impact on Islam and Islamic culture. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 7 page overview of the Bhagavad-Gita and its meaning, which primarily draws on an article by Chaudhuri (1955). The last page and a half of the paper offers the writer's personal reaction to the Gita and Chaudhuri's viewpoint. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 15 page paper that begins with a short introduction with background information about Corinth and this letter. The paper is divided into two sections just as the Chapter is. Each section is discussed with references to each. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 7 page paper that begins with the thesis that the serpent was the catalyst for disobedience, therefore, the serpent is the origin of evil. The paper discusses the roles of God, Adam, Eve and the serpent and reports different interpretations found in the literature on this topic. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page essay that examines the moral lesson inherent in chapter 23 of Yann Martel's Life of Pi, which relates to Pi being a practicing Christian, Muslim and Hindu. No additional sources cited.

This 14 page paper begins with a background study of the Gospel of Mark, including who Mark was, where and when it was written, purpose, and literary style. The next section is a verse by verse commentary on the text. The next section in the paper is a sermon about the Parable of the ...