Browsing Dissertations, Theses, and Projects by Title
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Daniel Parker's Doctrine of the Two Seeds
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Darwin, Design, and Dysteleology: A Critical Evaluation of William Dembski and Francisco Ayala on the Problem of Suboptimal Design
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2017-05-31)This dissertation is a critical evaluation of two modern thinkers debating the idea of intelligent design (ID), William Dembski and Francisco Ayala. Specifically, it focuses on Ayala's major theological critique of ... -
The date and authorship of Zechariah 9-14
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Davidic Hope in Book IV of the Psalter (Psalms 90-106)
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2015-09-08)This dissertation argues that Book IV of the canonical Hebrew Psalter (Pss 90–106) sustains the hope that God will keep his covenant with David by installing a future king from David’s line. Chapter 1 introduces ... -
Davidic references in the Book of Mormon as evidence against its historicity
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2016-10-27)This thesis critiques contemporary Latter-day Saint scholarly efforts to validate the historicity of the Book of Mormon through textual criticism by presupposing its historic authenticity, then combing the text for evidence ... -
Dawson Trotman's Personal Spiritual Disciplines as the Foundation for His Great Commission Ministry
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2015-03-31)DAWSON TROTMAN'S PERSONAL SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES AS THE FOUNDATION FOR HIS GREAT COMMISSION MINISTRY Jeffrey Paul Reynolds, Ph.D. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2014 Chair: Dr. Timothy K. Beougher This ... -
The death of deaths in the death of Israel: Deuteronomy's theology of exile
(2005-12-02)This dissertation examines the theme of exile in Deuteronomy. Chapter 1 discusses the history of research of Deuteronomy as it relates to both the Pentateuch and the Deuteronomistic History, and the history of research of ... -
Death Will Die: Finding Eternal Life from a Johannine Ars Moriendi
(The Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Theology, 2024-05)This thesis argues that Christians should develop an Ars Moriendi from the Johannine literature, which recenters death and dying with an eternal perspective, drawing on the beliefs and practices of the Christian tradition ... -
Decisive Leaders: A Paradigm for Overcoming Paralysis in Organizations
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Missions and Evangelism, 2019-04-01)The purpose of this project was to identify and understand the dynamics of decisive leadership in teams. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the purpose, rationale, and goals of the project, as well as an overview of the ... -
Deepening Covenant Relationships at The Church On Randall Place, Pine, AZ
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Theology, 2013-04-15)This project explores the importance of the local church in God's plan of redemption as the means of deepening relationships among the congregants. The project seeks to design a framework for developing biblically healthy ... -
Deepening Discipleship During Corporate Worship at Refreshing River of God Fellowship in Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Theology, 2019-04-03)Chapter 1 sets the purpose, goals, requirements, and methodologies for this project. Chapter 2 establishes the theological foundation for biblical meditation, reviewing the practice of meditation in the Old and New Testaments ... -
Deepening the Prayer Lives of Lay Leaders at First Baptist Church Sevierville, Tennessee
(The Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Ministries, 2023-12)This project seeks to deepen the prayer lives of lay leaders at First Baptist Church in Sevierville, Tennessee. Chapter 1 gives the context, rationale, purpose, and goals for the project. It also includes the research ... -
Defender of divine revelation: Timothy Dwight's arguments for the Bible's authenticity and divine inspiration
(2007-10-15)This dissertation examines Timothy Dwight's (1752-1817) arguments for the Bible's authenticity with the purpose of determining if his arguments are theologically orthodox, logically sound, and factually accurate. Chapter ... -
Defense of the Spiritual Interpretation of the Image of God
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2017-05-31)Mankind’s scientific, technological, artistic, and intellectual capacities are complemented by an impressive list of physical achievements; nevertheless, it is the remarkable inner abilities that testify to the human being ... -
Defining Twin Cities Wicca: The Emergence of Wicca as a Polyaffiliated Pagan Movement
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Missions and Evangelism, 2020-11-09)An exploration of the literature associated Wicca and Paganism. Bibliographies and narratives are studied to determine the most influential authors and practitioners in the Wiccan and Pagan tradition. The history of Wicca ... -
Deliver Us From the Evil One: Cosmic Conflict in Matthew's Gospel
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Theology, 2018-12-01)This dissertation asserts that a foundational theme in Matthew's Gospel is the cosmic conflict between Jesus and Satan, and that not only does Matthew develop a theology of the devil, but that this theme is foundational ... -
Dependent Independence: Toward a Theology of Southern Baptist Associationalism
(Southern Baptist Theological SeminarySchool of Theology, 2017-10-13)This study provides a historical survey of connectionalism within American Baptist thought, using the Philadelphia Baptist Association as a case study. It will argue that twenty-first century Baptists ought to recapture ... -
A Descriptive Analysis of the Relationship between Paradigms and Duties of Pastoral Ministry
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2010-05)This study examined perceptions of paradigms and duties in pastoral ministry. In particular, the imperative to preach the Word was researched to ascertain its priority among other duties. The research focused on duties ... -
A descriptive analysis of youth ministry programs in selected academic institutions
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2009-05-15)Youth ministry as an academic discipline is relatively new. Many academic institutions already have youth ministry programs, some more advanced than others, and others are considering establishing youth ministry programs ... -
Designing a Biblical Pastoral Ministry that Begins to Make Maturing Disciples at Cleary Baptist Church, Florence, MS
(2011-05-17)This project is an attempt to design a biblical pastoral ministry that begins to develop maturing disciples. Chapter 1 defines the goals of this project as well as the rationale for the work. Chapter 2 seeks to establish ...