Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

This 30 page paper begins with an exegesis of the Gospel of Matthew 20:25-28. This is one of the most-often cited Biblical passages when servant leadership is discussed. The writer cites other verses in both the Old and New Testaments that adhere to the concept of servant leadership. The writer then reports the Biblical ...

A 12 page examination of the role Christian counseling can play in helping individuals deal with crises. This paper outlines the many considerations that the counselor must keep in mind to optimize the counseling experience. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the Campus Crusade for Christ in regards to its budgeting, fund raising and money management. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page research paper that offers a review of literature that looks specifically at what scholarship reveals about the Luke’s Gospel and its attitude toward women. The principal research question addressed is: “Does Luke’s gospel accurately relate Jesus’ attitude toward women or does it primarily reflect a later change in attitude, which originates ...

This 6 page paper presents evidence that Jesus is God using Scripture, Aquinas, Augustine and others. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper which considers whether or not resurrection reconciles a person of faith to the reality of death. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page essay that briefly discusses both the differences between Christianity and Buddhism, as the writer argues that the similarities that indicate the pervasiveness of divine truth. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 20 page book review that examines Andrew W. Greeley's The Jesus Myth. The writer discusses three themes in Greeley's text: 1) the message of Jesus and its radical meaning; 2) at the heart of Christianity is acceptance of this message; and 3) clarification and interpretation of New Testament scripture supports the message of Jesus' ...

This 10 page paper discusses whether or not Erasmus was a typical humanist of his day and concludes that he was not. Also describes Erasmus's interaction with Martin Luther. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page essay that presents a guide for a student who wishes to discuss a personal belief in Heaven and Hell. The writer takes a Christian perspective. No bibliography offered.

A 3 page description of Hell. The author suggests that hell is not only a physical place but it is a conceptual place, a place where people suffer but also a place that inspires others to seek salvation. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper which examines the issues concerning the identity crisis of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page essay/research paper that discusses the way that Jesus is presented in the Gospels versus the Book of Revelation. In so doing, the writer draws heavily upon the work of Gregory Riley in The River of God, which discusses the heavy Greco-Roman influence on early Christian thought. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper that provides a review of the entitled book. The author focuses primarily on evangelical Christianity but says that all churches have lost their way, they have moved away from their mission. The author offers significant discussions to validate his opinions. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 18 page paper begins with an outline. The essay is separated into these sections: The Historical Jesus - Evidence from Scripture, Gospels written by eyewitnesses, non-Christian evidence of Jesus; Jesus' Ministry - the nine journeys identified, predictions, Christ's missions on earth. The last section is entitled Jesus is God and includes Scripture, discussions of ...

This 5 page paper begins with a question: Are we each ready to make a stronger commitment to Jesus, to be catchers of people? The question has to do with trust and could be phrased: How much do we trust Jesus? The asserts trust in Jesus is a primary message in this text and discusses ...

A 10 page paper that offers a brief overview of Augustine before discussing the influence on his Confessions. The paper discusses Augustine's criticism of Plato and followers as well as the influence of Plato's work. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses Saul's conversion as described in the identified Biblical passages with additional support from some Paul's letters. The writer discusses the differences and similarities between and among these three sections from Acts and a short background on Saul/Paul. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the religions of Buddhism and Christianity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that provides a review of the entitled book. The primary message is identified and the writer offers examples of some of the content in this comprehensive book. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page paper. This essay explains the literary structure of this type of Psalm and its three major parts by verse numbers and which verses in the Psalm are directly representative of the structure. It also explains the events surrounding this plea from David and why David was confident that God would save ...

An 8 page research paper that discusses the most significant description of Jesus in the Book of Matthew. The most significant way in which the Matthew's Gospel describes Jesus is when he is referred as the "Christ" or the "Messiah," as this substantiates this gospel's most pervasive theme, which is Jesus as King. Bibliography lists ...

A 19 page paper that includes these sections: introduction, historical context, literary context, literary structure, exegesis, theological analysis and application. This is the story of Passover and God's very specific instructions to His people. It is also about the beginning of the 40 year journey of the Israelites. Times and dates are included as ...

A 9 page paper. The Supreme Pontiff said that all people are natural philosophers because they ask "Who am I?' "What is the meaning of life?" and other questions of this nature. This essay discusses how the Pope discusses these questions in the Introduction and first three chapters of his Encyclical. Bibliography lists 6 ...

A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses the New Testament in terms of evangelism in contemporary Africa. Bibliography lists 5 sources.