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The omnipresence of Jesus Christ: A neglected aspect of evangelical christology

Zachariades, Theodore (2004-04-22)

This dissertation addresses the incarnation of Jesus Christ, and particularly the attribute of omnipresence in relation to the God-Man. Chapter 1 introduces the subject matter by defining incarnation, sets forth my ...

On a white horse: The triumph of the anti-beast in Revelation 19

Thomas, David Andrew (2005-04-23)

This dissertation is an historical-critical treatment of the apocalyptic symbolism used to describe Christ in Revelation 19:11-21. Chapter 1 presents the dilemma of inadequate explanation for many elements in the text. ...

"On this day atonement will be made for you": A theology of Leviticus 16

Mooney, David Jeffrey (2003-07-30)

This project explicates the message and theology of Leviticus 16. Chapter 1 introduces the history of the theological interpretation of Leviticus 16. Set forth also is the thesis, scope, and methodology of this project. Chapter ...

One new humanity in Christ: The use of Ezekiel 37 in Ephesians 2

Suh, Robert Hyoung-sok (2006-10-11)

The purpose of this dissertation is threefold: first, to establish the intertextual connection between Ezekiel 37 and Ephesians 2; second, to provide a fresh understanding of Ephesians 2 against the backdrop of Ezekiel 37; ...

Papias and his witness to the development of the New Testament

Shanks, Monte Allen (2008-12-05)

This dissertation analyzed material that either refers to or is from Papias of Hierapolis. The product of this analysis is a biography of Papias and his understanding and attitude toward certain New Testament books. Chapter ...

The Parables and Miracles of Jesus Christ: A Musical Drama

Kim, Myung Whan (2010-05)

This dissertation presents a musical drama for narration, choir, and orchestra. First, it examines the definition and the history of musical drama and its influence on Christian life from the perspective of theology and ...

The pastoral intent of the writings of Henry Holcombe Tucker

Robinson, Charles Jeffrey (2008-03-27)

This dissertation examines the journalistic writings of nineteenth-century Southern Baptist theologian Henry Holcombe Tucker. The work argues that Tucker, during his four tenures as editor of the Christian Index of Georgia, ...

Pastoral perceptions of church ministry functions in Canadian Chinese churches

Chow, Wing-Hang Anthony (2003-05-01)

This study identified and analysed the pastoral perceptions of church ministry functions in Canadian Chinese churches. It also explored whether the pastoral perceptions of church ministry functions (worship, nurture, ...

Paul's use of the Old Testament in defense of justification by faith in Romans 4 and Galatians 3

McIntosh, Bryan Edward (2003-11-18)

This dissertation examines Paul's use of certain Old Testament texts in defense of justification by faith in Galatians 3 and Romans 4. It focuses on how Paul's chosen texts contribute to the argument, and how his purpose ...

Paul, the Mosaic Covenant, and redemptive history

Meyer, Jason Curtis (2007-04-29)

This dissertation examines the character of the Mosaic covenant in Paul. I argue that Paul conceives of the Mosaic covenant as a non-eschatological covenant in contrast to the eschatological new covenant. This eschatological ...

Perceptions of Builder women's contributions to intergenerational mentoring relationships in the Presbyterian Church in America

Davis, Maria Jerdone (2003-05-16)

This dissertation identifies PCA women's perceptions of Builder women's contributions to intergenerational mentoring relationships. Research examined involves PCA women's perceptions of the general concept of mentoring, ...

Perceptions of leadership and management competencies requisite for directing Centrifuge camps

Thomas, Kenneth Allen (2004-05-14)

This dissertation is a comparative analysis of the perceived leadership and management competencies needed to serve as a camp director at Christian children and youth camps. A comparative analysis was done utilizing data ...

Perceptions of ministerial effectiveness by leaders of urban churches in the Southern Baptist Convention

Cardoza, Frederick, II (2005-05-13)

The assumption of the current study is that urban areas are of great significance in God's economy for the building of His Kingdom. For this reason, great attention should be given to the well-being of urban local churches. ...

Perceptions of the rationale for the establishment of Christian alternative schools in Korea

Kim, Ung-Kee (2009-05-15)

This study was by nature descriptive and exploratory to investigate the reasons of establishment and continual growth of Christian alternative schools in South Korea. The reasons were examined in two dimensions: administrators ...

Perceptions of the relational factors necessary for building effective team ministry in the local church

Espy, Glen William, Jr. (2005-01-28)

This dissertation examined the perceptions of leadership in the local church and the relational factors necessary for team building. This analysis included the measurement of perceived relational qualities and environmental ...

Perceptions of the value of national accreditation by Baptist Church weekday early education program directors

Coffman, Cheryl Darlene (2005-05-13)

The purpose of this study was to explore and analyze the perceptions of the value of NAEYC Academy Accreditation by a select group of Baptist Church Early Care and Education Weekday Ministry program directors. Data emerging ...

Perceptions on divorce within the European Baptist Convention and their impact on hiring protocols in the selection of ministers

French, Gary Lynn (2003-05-16)

This dissertation examines divorce among ministers. This research is on the perceptions on divorce within the European Baptist Convention. The divorce perceptions are researched to determine the impact upon hiring protocols ...