Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

A 15 page research paper that examines the debate and schism that has occurred in the global Anglican Communion due to the insistence of the American Episcopal Church on ordaining openly gay bishops and consecrating same-sex marriages. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 5 page research paper that describes the Temple Mount as it existed during Jesus' lifetime. The writer explores the role of priests, the activities of the Temple, and the layout of the Temple. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page research paper that offers an overview of the beliefs, tenets and practices of the religion known as Christian Science. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper based on the Gospel of Mark. The essay cites verses that illustrate some of the many marginalized groups Jesus associated with and explains why these people were outcasts, e.g., tax collectors. The paper ends with comments about how we can act as disciples, following in Christ's footsteps with marginalized groups today. ...

In this paper, the writer looks at the Passover ritual and the Biblical account of the Exodus with reference to historical, geographical, cultural and archaeological factors. The paper comprises seven pages and has six sources listed in the bibliography.

A 15 page paper that reports the life of Peter, the Apostle, including information about his birth and status in life. The paper describes and discusses many of the actions of Peter and provides comments about lessons we can learn from Peter at the beginning and end of the paper as well as interspersed ...

A 3 page consideration of the Messiah as taught by these three world religions. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 12 page research paper that offers a 1 page course syllabus and then an 11 page course description for a survey course of the New Testament. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 3 page paper which discusses the NIV: Harmony of the Gospels by Stanley N. Gundry. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper that begins by explaining what the Edict of Milan really was, including the dates different leaders had ordered more tolerance for religions. The writer then discusses how the liturgy and practices of the church emerged following the end of persecution, including the problems with so many converting for political rather ...

An 8 page paper. Using Scripture and other sources, the writer discusses the leadership characteristics of both Jesus and Moses. These include the team leadership qualities of empowerment and delegation and also the need for authority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses the physical death of Jesus, reporting what His body would have suffered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing the origins of the Jewish Passover, how it changed during the origins of Christianity and how Christian groups currently understand the meal and its meaning. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page research paper/essay that examines the ecclesiology of the Reformation and the Great Awakening. The advent of the Reformation radically changed the ecclesiastical orientation of much of the population of Europe, as Protestants left the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church due to their new vision of what the church should be and ...

A 10 page examination this book of Old Testament scripture. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the pope's role in the Catholic Church. Various concepts related to the Church are defined and explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page research paper/essay that discusses the first and second ontological arguments of Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109), who was the first medieval theologian to propose an ontological argument on the existence of God. An ontological argument is a method that relies on logic alone, rather than scripture, as it endeavors to establish a priori ...

A 6 page research paper/essay that discusses the question: How can Christians receive the voice of Jesus speaking to them through worship in the United Church of Canada? The answers to this probing question derive from both traditional and contemporary sources. The following examination of those sources, first of all, will examine traditional sources, that ...

A 4 page essay that discusses this text by the Church Founding Father, Augustine of Hippo. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper that offers 7 short answers to 7 questions on specific religious topics, which include the definition of a “cult”; whether or not the Boston Movement is a cult; features of Pentecostal/charismatic movement; 4 Noble Truth; 4 Noble Truth; origins of Pentecostal fundamentalism; and brief discussion of conservative Protestantism. Bibliography lists 5 ...

A 5 page paper that discusses the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and Aristotle's The Aim of Man. Goodness and virtue is discussed as it is expressed in these two works. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the first section of Justo Gonzales’ work The Story of Christianity as it relates to the preparation for Christianity in the world. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper that explains and discusses God's relationship with His chosen people, Israel. The writer comments on the different metaphors used to describe this relationship, including family and Father. Scripture refers to Israel as the first-born son. These are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses kingship in ancient Israel and specifically the reign of King David. Drawing on scripture, the writer discusses the nature of kingship in biblical times and its implications. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the canonical Wisdom Books of the Old Testament, which are Proverbs, Job and Ecclesiastes. Each book is strikingly different, and thought provoking, offering ideas that address not only the nature of the Almighty, but also the purpose, or seeming lack of purpose, for humanity. These different visions address ...