Greeting
1. Contains a greeting and warm introduction
2. Contains at least one positive affirmation of about the relationship with the person
3. Gives a sense of the relationship between the writer and the letter recipient
Goal of Letter
1. States the challenge the person is facing (why are you writing this letter)
2. Explains how you feel personally about this challenge
3. Has a relationship to this challenge
4. States that the KOG and the Gospels are relevant to their situation
Parable 1
1. Contains at least one verse (can contain entire passage) of the parable
2. Biblical Reference
3. Explanation of the parable and what it says about the KOG
5. Explains how this parable is relevant and gives hope to their situation
Parable 2
1. Contains at least one verse (can contain entire passage) of the parable
2. Biblical Reference
3. Explanation of the parable and what it says about the KOG
5. Explains how this parable is releva
Choose a few images/metaphors used for God and consider how the image used for God affects understanding of God, the relationship between God and humanity, what it means to be made in the image of God, and implications for moral decision making/ relationship with other people and the natural world.
Choose a few images/metaphors used for God and consider how the image used for God affects understanding of God, the relationship between God and humanity, what it means to be made in the image of God, and implications for moral decision making/ relationship with other people and the natural world.
The student will complete a theological essay that will address the relationship of human sinfulness to an aspect of the doctrine of salvation. Students will examine one of the biblical images of salvation (adoption, conversion, regeneration, redemption, reconciliation, justification, election, sanctification, or glorification) and define and describe the doctrine with its biblical, historical and theological contours as well as discuss how this image of salvation relates to and addresses the problem of sin. Finally, the student will apply the implications of this doctrine to the Christian life and for the students chosen vocation. The essay will be 750-1000 words and the formatting should be compatible with your current degree program.
Use the provided Image of Salvation Essay Template as a guide.
IMAGE OF SALVATION ESSAY TEMPLATE
Introduction (100-125 words)
Definition and description of chosen doctrine, including bibli
Research must be based on the book I am Malala, not internet material. Identify 4 stages for Malala including the "gifts" she received and gifts brought to society (3 stages plus stage 10 Gifts = 4 total). The one-paragraph introduction to the paper should provide Campbell's thesis to his book The Hero with a Thousand Faces, and state Malala's accomplishments in general. The introduction to each stage throughout the paper should provide Campbell's description of the stage in general, and the purpose, then a full paragraph description of the stage for Malala. Hint: Malala begins her book in the Prologue with Stage 4, the Belly of the Whale when she is shot by the Taliban. Do not use contractions in your paper. Four to five pages in length, double-line spaced, Include parenthetical references and page numbers throughout the paper from both Campbell and Malala's book. Example, at the end of the sentence that you want to reference put (Campbell, 131), or (Yousafzai, 129), etc.
All assignments must be at least 5 pages,
NOT including the cover page and table of contents, and must be in current Turabian format.
For this assignment, you will write a paper summarizing and analyzing the 5 stages and 4 spheres of discipleship. Identify what stage of discipleship you are currently in, giving evidence from your life and correlating biblical support. Also, identify what spheres you need to submit to the centrality of Christ by referring to Bonhoeffers steps in following Jesus. Conclude with at least 1 page discussing what it means to be in submission to Christ, using Scripture and other scholarly sources.
Sample paper is attached.
TEXTBOOKS:
Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works, Volume 4. Minneapolis: First Fortress Press, 2003.
Earley, Dave, and Rod Dempsey. Disciple Making Is: How to Live the Great Commission with Passion and Confidence. Nashville: B&H Publishing Group, 2013.
Earley, Dave, and Rod Dempse
1. How is the word "theory" generally understood? What is the difference between theories of the natural world and "theoretical ideas" in the academic study of religion?
2. According to Herling, is it possible for someone to be "religious" if he or she doesn't believe in God/gods? Why or why not?
3. According to Herling, what is the difference between substantive and functionalist definitions? Which seems more appropriate for the study of religion, and why?
4. According to Herling, what is the relationship between definition and description in the study of religion?
5. Drawing on Herling, what's an example of a definition of religion that runs the risk of reductionism? Why? What, if anything, is wrong with reductionism?
6. In reference to Herling, does religion make it particularly difficult to understand the perspective of the insider? Who understands religion better: the insider or the outsider?
7. According to Herling, what, in general,
Please answer each question in details.....
1. How is the word "theory" generally understood? What is the difference between theories of the natural world and "theoretical ideas" in the academic study of religion?
2. According to Herling, is it possible for someone to be "religious" if he or she doesn't believe in God/gods? Why or why not?
3. According to Herling, what is the difference between substantive and functionalist definitions? Which seems more appropriate for the study of religion, and why?
4. According to Herling, what is the relationship between definition and description in the study of religion?
5. Drawing on Herling, what's an example of a definition of religion that runs the risk of reductionism? Why? What, if anything, is wrong with reductionism?
6. In reference to Herling, does religion make it particularly difficult to understand the perspective of the insider? Who understands religion better: the insider or the outsider?
My part is E ethics and services
You are expected to work in groups of 5 to create your own religion. The group will come to an agreement on the main idea. Then each of you will take one of these components as your project. You will focus on ONE of these:
a) your religion's symbol and beliefs,
b) concept of God and sacred founders,
c) rituals and worship,
d) organization and community
e) ethics and service
Your paper should be no longer than five pages (1500 words), and should 1) describe your component, 2) show how it fits in with the rest of the religion, 3) compare it with some existing religion we discussed in class, 4) tell how it's global (referring to ideas from the readings and lecture).
On pages 77 - 79 Beebe lists 8 points to his Executive Team's covenant. Summarize each of the points with one sentence. Then select two that you feel are the most useful where you currently serve. Explain why you feel these are the most useful. How would you seek to implement these into your current situation?
Include at least 2 citations with each question answered and a bibliographical entry at the bottom of the page, 200-275 words
