Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

(10 pp) In reading the Psalms, it is helpful to keep in mind that they are example sof Hebrew poetry. They express the individual emotions of the poet, whether fear, doubt, tragedy, triumph, joy, or hope. God is always the central focus of these writings. Lyrical poetry uses "visual language" with images, symbols, figures, ...

An eight page paper which considers the way in which Paul’s epistle to the Galatians addresses the differences between the cultural ethics of Judaism and the new order of Christianity, showing the ways in which Christianity rejects community elitism and the hypocrisy of the irreligious. The writer also considers various interpretations of 6:17 in the ...

(5 pp). In the modern world we are comfortable with the separation of church and state. In the Ancient world that was not always the case. The duality of authority, conceived by Pope Gelasisus I (492-496), as the separation of church and state are discussed. Other historic interpretations of this idea are ...

An 11 page research paper that offers an exegetic analysis of Galatians 6:17, by first examining the entirety of this epistle in order to discern an accurate and complete meaning for this verse. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines the seven deadly sins and seven cardinal virtues, which were concepts that served as part of Christian dogma during the Middle Ages. The writer considers the impact that these concepts had on medieval literature, and, also, on medieval society in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

(5 pp) McMillen originally published this classical work in 1963, and has now been updated with the help of his grandson. The original author, S.I. McMillen is now over a hundred years old, and his age alone would tempt some of us to give credit to his work. Hs professional life included that of ...

A 5 page essay that analyzes Lewis' The Screwtape Letters. This book is composed of letters from a senior devil residing in Hell, Screwtape, to his nephew and protégé devil, Wormwood, who is assigned the task of preventing the salvation of an unnamed Englishman. Using satire and humor, Lewis, through the voice of Screwtape, ...

A 5 page paper. The writer provides a short background for this letter from Paul. The focus of the essay is the purpose of the letter. Each purpose is justified with citations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. The Roman Catholic Church has been called hypocritical when it comes to the act of rituals, in that the Church has brought forth strong condemnation against ethnic religions that practice similar rituals. That these other rituals are labeled as being absorbed in magic or witchcraft leads the Church to ...

6 pages in length. The nucleus of Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy works is found where the two great themes of speech and time intersect: where the right word must be spoken at the right time. The right word at the right time is a matter of symbolic communication or myth. Designating the essence of ...

This 5 page paper explores I Corinthians along with the gospels to evaluate which version is more accurate. The paper concludes that while the events may differ, the message of Paul is essentially the same as those demonstrated by Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the similarities and differences between the portrayal of deities and human beings in the Book of Genesis and the Epic of Gilgamesh, with specific reference to the myth of the flood which is common to both texts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper. Jerusalem was an important city from the days of the Old Testament. The Psalmist referred to it as the "city of the Lord Almighty." This was the city of the temple and it was the city where God dwelt. Then, it changed. This essay discuses the symbolic significance of this city ...

A 5 page paper that discusses the mission of the person who chooses to be a servant to Jesus. Specific Scripture is used to demonstrate and explain what the mission is: Acts 2:1-19; John 17:18 and 20:21; and John 21:22-42. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the different stories told in these three works, looking specifically at the creation and the flood stories. The paper then goes on to discuss the 'documentary hypothesis' which states that Genesis was not the work of a single author, and the paper finishes with consideration of the roles of envy ...

A 5 page essay that draws on New Testament scripture to discuss what constitutes the mission of a servant of Jesus Christ. No other sources cited.

An 7 page paper. The specific question addressed is: If humans believe in God does that mean that belief in God is reasonable? To be reasonable would imply that the "anything" actually exists. The writer presents arguments from philosophers and scientists for the existence of God and makes a conclusion as to the reasonableness ...

An 8 page essay that analyzes the Book of Job from the Old Testament. The writer relates this narrative to one of the most perplexing questions that people of faith ever have to confront, which is why an omnipotent and benevolent God would allow bad things to happen to good people. The writer speculates on ...

A 5 page paper which reviews and summarizes the book "The Christian Mind: How a Christian Should Think" by Harry Blamires. No additional sources cited.

(5 pp.) The Documents of Vatican II contain the position of the Church as viewed by the current Pontif, the Holy Father John Paul II. In fact, the Council documents "underline the various relationships between the Church and the world: the Church is part and parcel of the world, destined to serve in the ...

A 5 page essay that, first, looks at the work of Christian writer James W. Sire and his definitions of worldview. After defining Christian, Naturalist and Existentialist worldviews, the writer demonstrates how the Naturalist worldview applies to Stephen Crane's short story "The Open Boat." Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page paper which discusses how Genesis, in the Hebrew Scriptures, portrays the personality of Yahweh. Part of the examination discusses how Yahweh is presented as heterogeneous. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

(5 pp.) Anslem (1033 - 1109) was considered the most enlightened theologian in the eleventh century. He chose to be member of the religious community at the age of 26, and though he never doubted the existence of God, he determined that he wanted to think through, through rational proof, ...

A 5 page paper which discusses social function as it is presented in ancient literature, that being 'The Epic of Gilgamesh,' 'The Odyssey,' and the Old Testament. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page essay that looks at Romans 5:6-11 and Romans 8:9-17 in order to discuss the concepts of covenant and baptism. The writer argues the sacrifice of Jesus Christ established a new covenant, but in order for that new covenant to have meaning on an individual basis, the individual has to be baptized. No ...