Essays and Research Papers on The Bible

A 12 page research paper that, first of all, discusses the position of Catholicism in relation to another religious belief, Islam. However, examination of this issue also shows that the respect that the Church shows for other faiths does not include tolerance for the philosophical position of relativism. After examining the Church's position relative ...

A 3 page paper that comments on how seminary education helps form one's spirituality and how it prepares students to fulfill their calling. Comments are general rather than specific and examples are included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the relationship between Christianity and governments throughout the ages, ranging from the time of the death of Jesus through the time of Luther. This paper focuses on the religious and socio-cultural aspects of this relationship. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 7 page paper which looks in detail at Michael Fahey's commentary on the history and cuurent role of the magisterium in the church. Bibliography lists 1 source.

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.

An 11 page paper that begins with definitions of evangelism, including the four characteristics of evangelical Christians. This is followed by a history of evangelism including a discussion about how Luther, Zwingli and Calvin interpreted the Lord's Supper. The writer discusses the first missionaries to India and China and also comments on Billy Graham. ...

This 4 page paper considers the Gospel of Luke, its cultural context and history; and some theological reflections about it and how it relates to present day problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page essay discusses the history of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church and the AME ordination process. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 9 page overview of the history of this long-standing institution. This paper discusses the merger that occurred between Methodist, Presbyterian, and Congregationalist to form the United Church and describes how element of each are still visible in contemporary worship. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page paper. Can we every know the historical Jesus? Is it important to know? This paper discusses these questions by reporting what we know about the history of Christ. The writer comments on the different periods when scholars focused on this question and what they emphasized. The writer comments on why it is ...

A 3 page essay that looks at Stephen Reynolds' The Foundations of Christianity. The writer argues that one might describe this work as a "Cliff Notes" study guide or the "Reader's Digest" version of several centuries of history that cover the time both before and after the life of Jesus. No topic is covered ...

A 3 page paper that presents Paul's view of the Christ Event in history. The writer cites Scripture to explain the meaning and the necessity for all three parts of the event to be viewed together. The premise being the events cannot be separated from each other. The writer comments on the concept of the ...

A 5 page research paper that compares and contrasts Christianity and Islam. The writer discusses the history of both faiths, finding numerous similarities and then discusses differences in outlook, focusing on the different interpretations that each faith give the Genesis story. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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.

A 6 page research paper on the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation. The writer discusses the history of these rituals since Vatican II and the latest developments in this area of Catholic practice. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines two articles that discuss the visions and importance of the Virgin Mary. The works utilized are Antonio Valeriano’s “History of the Miraculous Apparition of the Virgin of Guadalupe in 1531,” and Jeanette Rodriguez’ “Our Lady of Guadalupe: Faith and Empowerment among Mexican-American Women.” No additional sources cited.

A 6 page research paper that examines several disputes in Catholic tradition. The writer looks at the history of the Arian heresy and the Trinity; the Church's view of Original Sin; and the ordination of women as priests. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page research paper/essay that contrasts and compares the sacrifice story of Isaac in Genesis and the Gospel of Matthew account of the sacrifice and its implications in Christian history. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7-page paper discusses the relationship between gender, humanity and the Church in 14th century France. The basis for the treatise is "The Goodman of Paris: A Treatise on Moral and Domestic Economy."

A 9 page paper examining the contrasts between those identified as witches in the European witch hunts of the Middle Ages and those that identified them. The author emphasizes the importance of religion, gender, and wealth in shaping the everyday lives of these people. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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

An 18 page paper which compares and contrasts the Old Catholic Church, the Roman Catholic Church, and the Church of England. The examination discusses the churches in Europe as well as in the United States. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page research paper that responds to an assignment prompt. The assignment asks that the writer/tutor consider the statement "Jesus puts human relationships above the law." Such a statement has serious implications both religiously and pragmatically in regards to how Christians should perceive the boundaries for their behavior within the boundaries of civil ...

A 9 page that discusses the two entitle Canons. The essay includes general comments on Canon Law, the specifics of the two named Canons, their differences, the differences between internal forum and external forum and also mentions the Eastern Church is having similar issues. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that describes what a mentoring leader does, the typical temperament of this leader, the gifts he or she uses and the Law of Leadership they will typically use. Jesus is used as an example of an effective mentoring leader. Bibliography lists 3 sources.