Evangelism: Absolute versus Relative Truth
Part 1In the video presentation that shows an interview with a nonbeliever named Lindsay, it becomes evident that Lindsay’s belief system aligns with a postmodern perspective. Specifically, Lindsay states, “I believe in an individual absolute...Evangelism: Relationships and Community
The very core of the Gospel hinges on the words relationship and community. Will McRaney explains, “God desires to establish a redemptive relationship with all of humankind.”[1] The relationship God desires is the most intimate connection imaginable...Evangelism: Issues for Lost People have Changed
This is a reaction to two of Will McRaney’s statements. First, McRaney states, “The questions and issues for lost people have changed. I am not sure that we are listening to the questions any longer. Is it possible that in our efforts to communicate we are...Evangelism: Dealing with Lost People
This is a reaction to Will McRaney’s statement: “Dealing with lost people will cause us to get our hands dirty and sweaty just like tending to yard work. Part of evangelism is to clear up misconceptions and misperceptions people have about the gospel....Theology, Science, and Philosophy
What should be the relationship between theology, science, and philosophy? What does the Bible say about science and philosophy, and what role(s) should science and philosophy play in doing theology in the modern era? Base your answer on the textbook readings, lecture...Growth of Southern Baptists
What reasons account for the growth of the Southern Baptist churches and the decline in Northern Baptist churches in the years following the split? Comment on which reason(s) seems most significant. ResponseThe growth patterns of Southern Baptist churches and...Baptists Persecution
To what extent were Baptists persecuted in Colonial America? Describe the contributions of Baptists in the fight for religious freedom. In what ways has this legacy continued today?ResponseThe extent that Baptist religious persecution occurred in Colonial America...Baptists 75 Million Baptist Campaign
Describe how “The Seventy-Five Million Campaign” affected the Southern Baptist Convention. What is the Cooperative Program and what does it do? Discuss the effectiveness of this program. ResponseThe Seventy-Five Million Campaign and the Cooperative...Baptist Origins: Four Views
List and summarize the 4 views of Baptist origin. Which view is most convincing? Why? Give specific reasons in your response. During the last few centuries, historians have continued to debate the sources that prompted the emergence of the Baptist faith. Four...Salvation by Grace & Apologetics
Salvation by grace, not works, is at the core of the gospel of Christ. Although works have no salvific impact, this post will show that the role of works in the Christian life is to bear fruit to further the accomplishment of God’s will. Specifically, the post...Role of Apologetics
Christian apologetics is a defense of the Christian faith in Jesus Christ. This post will show that the appropriate primary role of Christian apologetics is to strengthen the church. Although Christian apologetics is broad in scope, this post specifically addresses...Critique of Secular Humanism
IntroductionThe purpose of this paper is to provide a critique of secular humanism. The analysis will show that secular humanism holds five common tenets that are flawed. Specifically, this paper will provide a summary of the worldview, followed by a discussion of the...Introdution to the Historical Books: Book Review
In the book Introduction of the Historical Books: Strategies for Reading, Steven McKenzie provides a highly accessible look into methods that modern scholars use to read and understand the books of the former prophets.[1] McKenzie emphasizes a historical-critical...The Hope of Israel Book Review
The Hope of Israel Book ReflectionsIn his book, The Hope of Israel, Brandon Crowe argues that the resurrection is central to the meaning of Acts and aids in addressing certain difficult theological issues. Several aspects of the book are both insightful and helpful....What Are the Gospels? Book Review
Based on his dissertation in 1992, Richard Burridge’s book, What Are the Gospels?: A Comparison with Graeco-Roman Biography, addresses the issue of the genre of the gospels.[1] After providing a historical survey of the debate and analyzing how literary...The Gospels for All Christians Book Review
For Whom Are the Gospels Written?The scholarly consensus is that each of the Gospels were written for a specific local community rather than a general audience. However, The Gospels for All Christians: Rethinking the Gospel Audiences is a collection of essays edited...The Hope of Israel: Book Review
During the last couple of centuries, the book of Acts has come under fire from many directions including the identification of the book’s purpose and its historical reliability, which, in turn, impacts discussions around the topic of Jesus’s resurrection....Becoming the Gospel: Book Review
Michael Gorman’s book, Becoming the Gospel: Paul, Participation, and Mission, completes the trilogy that follows two of his previous books: Cruciformity and Inhabiting the Cruciform God.[1] The first book focused on a cruciform existence shaped by faith, hope,...Jonah: Literary Features
The book of Jonah is a literary masterpiece. The use of repetitions, word plays, and literary features abound in Jonah 1, which structurally support the meaning of the words. Although not comprehensive, several literary devices will be identified with a brief...
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