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Continue reading →: Theology of Missions
Before one can begin to understand the scope of missions, they must first realize the very notion of missions flows from the very heart and character of God. This theology of missions paper will investigate scripture to illuminate that the Bible is essentially a missionary book. Throughout the Old…
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Continue reading →: His Needs, Her Needs: How to Build an Affair Proof Marriage
Willard Harley began the journey of writing His Needs, Her Needs following a thirteen-week course on marriage with the theme: what must a couple do to stay happily married? That was 1978 and eight years later this classic book on the ten most vital needs of men and women became…
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Continue reading →: Marriage & the Policy of Mutual Appeal
Take a position on Harley’s statement, “Engage in only those recreational activities that both you and your spouse can enjoy together.” This writer agrees with the above statement, given the parameters Willard Harley places on this radical assignment, which is, “They can eventually participate in activities apart from each other,…
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Continue reading →: Paul’s Missionary Methods
Introduction To fulfill the Great Commission[1] meant the gospel had to be spread to the four corners of the earth and the apostle Paul played a huge role in accomplishing this initiative. Robin Daniel best illustrates the five basic truths of Paul’s teaching as being: “the urgent need for rescue,…
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Continue reading →: Pastoral Counseling Reflection Paper
Abstract There are various approaches used in the field of pastoral counseling; some are effective, while many are not. This leaves those seeking counseling for answers and help in a worse place than they were before because now they feel as though no one can help them and they have…
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Continue reading →: Reconciliation Through Confession, Forgiveness, & Restoration
Forgiveness is the key to freedom and Brian Wilson and Brad Hoffmann are of the opinion, “When we offend another, we should not solicit their forgiveness. What others do or refuse to do in light of our confession isn’t the point. Our part on the road to reconciliation is simply…
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Continue reading →: Greek Exegetical Paper on Romans 8:1-8
According to Chadwick Thornhill, “Language itself is never static, [it is] always evolving through usage,” so before Romans 8 can be properly understood, the author and his intent must be properly comprehended. John Butler reminds the reader, “When it was time, in the gracious plan of God, to proclaim the…
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Continue reading →: Biographical Study of Peter: His Call, His Fall, & His Recall
Introduction In an effort to develop a fuller understanding of Peter’s life and ministry, this paper will systematically and comprehensively examine the biblical stories and scholarly information available to determine how Peter is portrayed in the New Testament: both positively and negatively. The goal of this paper will ultimately illuminate…
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Continue reading →: Portrait of Jesus’ Life & Ministry According to Matthew
When reading the Gospel accounts, it is important to remember several things. First, all scripture is God-breathed. Second, as Dr. R. Wayne Stacy illustrates, each Gospel account is best described more as a portrait of Jesus and His ministry rather than simply a photograph. A portrait displays the author’s perspective…


