Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

A 5 page research paper that addresses the statement in Deuteronomy, when Moses died, that no other prophet arose in Israel to be his equal. The writer offers arguments pro and con against supporting this statement, with an emphasis on what Moses, himself, felt on this issue. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page research book review/analysis of two books by Reverend Professor Peter J. Gomes – The Good Book and Sermons. The writer, first, examines contradictory reviews on The Good Book, and then offers a synopsis and analysis of this book before demonstrating that the principles that Gomes outlines in this volume are evident in ...

An 8 page paper. Until the middle of the 7th century, different regions in what is now the United Kingdom celebrated Easter on different dates. The difference had to do with the Celtic Christian Church using the lunar calendar and the Roman Christian Church using the solar calendar. In 664, King Oswy called the Synod ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the central points presented in Richard Tarnas' book The Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas That Have Shaped Our World View. This paper integrates a view of the rise of Christianity and the radical transformation of life that was experienced and understood by ...

This 6 page report discusses the question of what makes or defines a text as “sacred.” In general, a sacred text is an outline of the principles or paths to be followed that govern the movement by one person or a group toward spiritual enlightenment. It is thought to be worthy of religious reverence and fundamentally inviolable. It is also ...

An 8 page research paper that examines the version of Jesus' Passion Narrative offered by the Gospel of John. Although the writer concentrates on verses 34-40, the rest of the Passion Narrative in John is examined as evidence of how this versions differs significantly from the others, particularly in the way that Jesus is portrayed. ...

An 8 page research paper that examines scripture and other sources to determine how Jesus felt toward money. The writer argues that Jesus was not against money, per se, but was rather against the love or adulation of money. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Islam and Christianity. The paper discusses the traditions and holidays of both religions, and examines how the two are not necessarily all that different. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 9 page research paper that profiles the three main views of millennialism from an eschatological perspective. The three main branches of Christian theological thought regarding eschatology are postmillennialism, amillennialism, and premillennialism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

The scriptural reference to 'judge not, lest ye be judged' found in the New Testament gospels of Luke and Matthew is well known, over utilized and often misconceived. This 15 page paper asserts that the Christian exegesis tends toward interpreting the scripture as being addressed to the individual rather than to a social definition of judgment and to the ...

A 20 page research paper that offers an examination of theological perspectives on John 17 and specifically on the theme of unity offered in this scripture. The writer includes a literature survey on this topic and then summarizes and discusses it. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

10 pages. This paper develops the theme of sin vs. righteousness as found throughout the New Testament and other sources. There is much to be said about the virtues of righteousness and those who walk in unrighteousness, not only in the New Testament but in other great works as well. This look at ...

7 pages. This paper will focus on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount which is a wonderful summarization of his ministry and all that He stood for. Jesus' sermons and teachings correspond with the teachings of the Old Testament, and in fact are directly related in many cases. This paper is a comparison between ...

A 6 page paper which examines the two cities in St. Augustine's "The City of God." Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.

5 pages in length. Jesus, the son of God, was a bearer of goodness and strength upon all of humanity's mortal existence. He extended his righteousness so that whatever ails humanity on this earth, there will always be relief in Heaven, which serves to avoid any challenge of his being that of God. ...

A 5 page paper which examines the Book of Ruth and discusses how the covenants involve Ruth's inclusion, as well as Ezra and Nehemiah's attention to exclusion. No additional sources cited.

A 15 page research paper that examines the story of Jesus' baptism as it is told in the Synoptic Gospels – Matthew, Mark and Luke. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 6 page essay that examines Old Testament scripture in which a prophet experienced an encounter with a manifestation of the Almighty. The writer discusses numerous passages, which show the God of the Old Testament to be just, but harsh. The writer discusses this aspect in light of the theological truth of the New Testament. ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book, focusing on three main points. Ideas concerning helping the poor, and lessening individualism, are discussed. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page book report on Johann Auer's book "A General Doctrine of the Sacraments." No additional sources cited.

A 5 page research paper that explore the relationship between human rights and God's righteousness. The writer argues that the obtainment of human rights is but the first step toward realizing one's divine rights and that "divine love" is the ultimate source of all human liberty or "rights." Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page review of Raymond Brown's "Introduction to the New Testament." No additional sources cited.

A 5 page essay that summarizes chapter 6 of Bruce Milne's book Know the Truth. This chapter outlines the attributes, or "perfections," of God, such as the glory of God, love of God, etc. The writer relates each of these perfections to the Trinity. No additional sources cited.

An 8 page research paper that offers a review of scholarly opinion regarding John 21:15-18. The writer explores the meaning of this text and also how the controversy surrounding Johannine scholarship applies to understanding these verses. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 7 page paper which compares Erasmus' 'Fraise of Folly' to Luther's 'To the Christian Nobility of the German Nation.' Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.