Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

A 5 page paper reviewing the 2001 revised edition of this book by Eugene Lowry. The book’s author notes that preachers come away from some sermons with a sense of satisfaction in knowing that a specific sermon was “good,” but without means to define how it was good or what made it that way. ...

An 8 page paper which examines the Gospel of John 3: 1-21. The paper compares it to the presentation of similar material in the synoptic Gospel of Matthew 5. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

This 20 page paper discusses the role of the church in educating its members and how that might be accomplished in dynamic fashion. A complete overview and indepth analysis of Daryl Eldridge's book, The Teaching Ministry of the Church. Bibliography lists 1 sources.

A 14 page exegetical examination of Ezra 9:6-15. The writer argues that an examination of scholarship on this passage reveals why the issue of separateness was crucial to the Hebrew faith, at this time and throughout the Old Testament. Also, parallels can be drawn between this passage and the present, which show that remaining ...

An 8 page essay/research paper that investigates the major argument presented by Donal Dorr in his text Integral Spirituality (1990), which presents a perspective on spirituality that demonstrates how this aspect of life should be interwoven with the fabric of every day existence, providing a foundation upon which all other interactions are based. ...

A 4 page research paper that offers an exegetical look at the Book of Job. The writer discusses the origins of this ancient epic, controversy over the authorship and possible interpretations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page examination of the changes we experienced in our view of the world and our place in that world between 1196 and 1795. The author utilizes five historic documents to illustrate the evolution of ideology which we experienced in this time period. These documents are Pope Innocent III’s 1196 pronouncement of ...

A 4 page exegetical examination of Psalm 137. The writer offers an overview of the Book of Psalms, a detailed analysis of the psalm that includes different opinions on translation, and conclusions as to meaning. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page essay that answers four specific questions. Topics include: 3 adventures from the Odyssey that address character development for Odysseus; the gods' relationship to humanity in the Iliad; the character of Joseph, and the nature of exile for Joseph, Job and Adam and Eve. No additional sources cited.

This 6 page paper discusses the sovereignty of God and how that is illustrated in the first five books of the New Testament, the four Gospels and Acts. The writer begins with a few verses from the Old Testament and from Revelations to set the stage. The essay discusses the presuppositions that are made ...

This 4 page paper discusses the beliefs of Paul versus those of the Corinthian Church. This paper highlights the disparities between the two and details the reasons for their differences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 2.5 page paper discusses the Old Testament Book, Ruth. The writer provides an historical background for the Book and comments on its literary style. The essay also includes a discussion of the lessons learned from this Book that are applicable today, such as true faith, devotion, obedience and commitment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 12 page research paper that discusses changes in the Catholic Church instituted by the Second Vatican Council. This examination of Vatican II doctrine demonstrates that changes to the Mass are evocative of the way that Vatican II reshaped the Church's understanding of itself and that this made the Church more relevant to the ...

A 5 page research paper that offers an overview of the life of the Apostle Paul. The writer discusses what can be surmised about Paul's life from New Testament scripture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page research paper (including an annotated bibliography) that proposes the framework for a hypothetical research study on the nature role of the family in the spiritual development of children. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page paper that responds to a question that has been debated for more than 2,000 years. The writer comments on who Jesus Himself said He was, on the testimony of the Gospels and the accusations of His enemies. One writer said that Jesus was a humble man. Some of the Gospels trace Jesus' ...

A 4 page paper. This essay does not attempt to interpret the Book of Revelation, instead, it is a general discussion about the Book. The essay includes the author, approximate date it was written, expert comments on what the Book is about and the overriding message contained in the Book. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

A 4 page paper which summarizes and briefly analyzes the book “When All the Gods Trembled” by Paul K. Conkin. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper which examines the beliefs concerning an afterlife in the religions of Buddhism and Christianity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 9 page research paper that examines the question as to why there are only 27 books in the New Testament. The writer shows how the process of selecting the New Testament canon from multiple versions of the gospels, as well as other early Christian literature, was quite lengthy and involved. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page annotated bibliography of 12 sources which relate to the topic of the four types of love: Storge, Philios, Eros, and Agape.

A 10 page paper that discusses sacrifices/offerings, rituals and dietary rules found in the Book of Leviticus. The five major themes in this Book are identified after which the five types of offerings or sacrifices are described. The type of elements used for the offering and the purpose of each is included. Three types ...

A 3 page paper which examines the NRSV of Proverbs in terms of what it tells us about the social background of Solomon, the author. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page research paper that defines and discusses the theological terms christology and soteriology. The writer offers a brief history of the basic early church perspective on both terms and their ramifications for Christian faith. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the Puritan thoughts and beliefs presented by the father in John Demos’ book “The Unredeemed Captive.” No additional sources cited.