Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

A 10 page paper that explains numerous aspects included in Christology. Sections include: different definitions of Christology, including the early councils that helped solidify an understanding of Christ; the Resurrection and how these beliefs affect understanding of salvation; soteriology with an explanation of numerous terms used and final comments regarding controversies that still exist. Bibliography ...

A 5 page overview of the work of this author. Reveals that Moltmann in effect rescues the eschatological perspectives of the Scriptures. He consequently provides a hope for the world which persists even in the face of the various tragedies and terrors which we are currently experiencing. Moltmann shares numerous similarities with ...

A 5 research paper that examines Jurgen Moltmann's book 'The Coming of God,' which a far-ranging text in which Moltmann interprets Christian eschatology in the light of God's creative future, and not as it has been traditionally interpreted in the past as a doctrine of last things. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the issue of marriage and the role of men and women in the marriage as it is related through the assessment of Ephesians 5:21-33. This paper provides an overview of some of the central theological perspectives on the issue of love and marriage and defines the correlation between marital ...

A 6 page paper that explores the identity of the Beloved Disciple mentioned in the Gospel of John. There are a number of theories as to the identity of this disciple. The most prominent theories are explored, providing strengths and weaknesses of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper that examines Paul's understanding of Christianity as he expresses it in the first epistle of Corinthians, fifteenth chapter. Discussed is Paul's reflection of himself as an example of redemption for the worst of sinners and his reflection of Christ as an example of redemption and resurrection for all of mankind. ...

A 5-page paper that discusses the themes found in the Gospel of Matthew. Five themes are discussed, such as how the birth of Jesus fulfills the prophecies found in the Old Testament. Biblical verses are provided to demonstrate each of the themes. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper considers the message and purpose behind the C S Lewis book The Great Divorce. The message and tools used, including symbolism and metaphors, to convey the message are examined. The bibliography cites 1 source.

A 5 page paper. Martin Luther was not the first theologian who criticized the Church and tried to change it. Others had come before, including John Wycliffe and Jan Hus. Wycliffe and Hus made great contributions to Luther's work and could really be considered the pre-reformation reformers. This paper discusses their contributions and offers ideas ...

A 5 page paper which provides a summary overview and critical evaluation of Nicholas Wolterstorff's 1987 book, "Lament For a Son."

A 15 page research paper that examines Romans, chapters 9 through 11. The writer addresses the question of whether or not the concepts of predestination and election prohibit free choice. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines Ephesians 1:4 and Ephesians 2:11-18. In these verses, Paul addressed the topic of the adoption of the Gentiles as children of God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper explores several questions in the realm of spirituality and religion in contemplating Diana Eck's 1994 work. Exclusivism, inclusivism and pluralism are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines Second Corinthians, chapters 11 and 12 in reference to the question of what constitutes the characteristics of a 'true apostle'—in other words, what would a resume for an apostle be like? The writer asserts that the answer to this question can be found in Second Corinthians. ...

A 15 page research paper that examines the concept of Christian freedom expressed in Paul's first Epistle to the Corinthians, chapters 8 through 10. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 15 page research paper that interprets the fourth chapter of John according to the premise that it demonstrates how a sinner's heart can be close to receiving the Gospel. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines the theological significance of the story where Jesus causes Lazarus to rise from the dead in chapter 11 of John. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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.

A 25 page research paper that offers a comprehensive analysis and summation of these three books of the Old Testament, stressing that they portray a continuation of the covenant that reaches from the past through to the new covenant represented by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ in the New Testament. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 25 page research paper that examines the differences between missionary activity in the Old Testament and missionary activity in the New. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the views of Karl Rahner and presents his arguments about Bernard Lonergan and Thomas Aquinas' philosophical perspectives on the individual. This paper relates the views of Lonergan and Thomas Aquinas and assesses the way they assess the correlation between man and God. Bibliography lists 3 ...

A 5 page research paper that explores the radical nature of the Gospel of Luke, particularly in regards to how it impacted women, but also as to society as a whole. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper presenting an exegesis of Job, Chapter 2, verses 1-10. The essay discusses the historical setting, authorship, literary style, discussion of the events and application of the lessons included in these verses. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the differences in motivations for "holy poverty." St. Francis saw poverty as a gift, but the early monks' view was more complex. Relying on their own physical labor and not having a safety cushion of wealth encouraged them to find a common point from which they could work together for the good ...

This 10 page paper considers abuse in Christian homes and the role that the strong practical society has on this unsavoury aspect of society, The paper considers evidence that the abuse rates themselves are on a par with general social norms, but the risk levels are proven to be higher. The last part of the ...