Dissertations, Theses, and Projects: Recent submissions
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Thomas A. Dorsey's influence on African-American worship
(2008-10-08)This dissertation focuses upon the background of African-American worship during the 1930s which served as the Sitz im Leben for Dorsey. This dissertation examines how Charles Albert Tindley's gospel hymn singing tradition ... -
The validity of the propositional theme in expository preaching
(2008-08-15)This dissertation demonstrates the validity of the propositional theme in expository preaching. Chapter 1 examines expository theorists' comprehension and homiletical practice of the propositional theme, and summarizes ... -
The summing up of all things in Christ and the restoration of human viceregency: Implications for ecclesiology
(2008-04-08)Chapter 1 introduces the thesis, states its purpose, and defines the dissertation's specific goals. Attention is given to the three aspects of the thesis, which will be explained in full in the remainder of the project. A ... -
The role of critical thinking in youth ministry leadership praxis: A grounded theory
(2008-05)This dissertation examined the significance of the critical thinking abilities of youth ministers in the Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) denomination in leadership praxis and develops a grounded theory to explain ... -
The relationship between Christian education practices and lifestyle discipleship in African American churches
(2008-05)This dissertation examined the relationship between the Christian education methods and practices being implemented in African-American churches and the life-style discipleship lived and exemplified by the members of those ... -
The relationship of adolescent perceptions of peer acceptance and motivation to participate in the local congregation
(2008-05)The purpose of this study was to discover what, if any, relationship exists between an adolescent's perceptions of peer acceptance and their desire to be active within their local congregation in the churches where they ... -
The relationship between ministry praxis and spiritual development milestones in the lives of children
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-12)The assumption of the study was that children are capable of an intimate and real relationship with God. The question that is often asked is, "How does the church best help children to grow in that relationship?" The lack ... -
The relationship between administrative and managerial competencies and ministry satisfaction of executive pastors
(2008-12-12)This dissertation combines qualitative and quantitative research elements to determine correlations between administrative and managerial competency and ministry satisfaction for executive pastors. The study attempts to ... -
The redemptive function and theological meaning of Matthew's citation of Hosea 11:1
(2008-09-17)This dissertation reexamines Matthew's use of Hosea 11:1 (2:15). Chapter 1 offers a summary and critique of important works on the subject and introduces those questions that are common to the debate surrounding this ... -
The pastoral intent of the writings of Henry Holcombe Tucker
(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, ... -
The mission effectiveness of program-driven and purpose-driven church models in selected Southern Baptist churches
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-12-12)The biblical purpose of the church is the Great Commission as stated in Matthew 28:19-20. The mission of the church, or the way the purpose is carried out, is identified in Acts 2:42-47 as evangelism, discipleship, worship, ... -
The idolization of Kim Il-Sung and its missiological implications
(2008-03-28)This dissertation's focus is three-fold: (1) exploring how Kim Il-Sung is perceived among North Koreans; (2) comparing between Kim Il-Sung-ism to concept of God; and (3) drawing some missiological implications from the ... -
The cause of Christ and truth: Arguments for the deity of Christ in the anti-Socinian writings of John Gill, Dan Taylor, and Andrew Fuller
(2008-11-04)This thesis examines the arguments for the deity of Christ in the anti-Socinian writings of three Baptist pioneers: John Gill, Dan Taylor, and Andrew Fuller. Chapter 1 examines the origins and doctrines of Socinianism, ... -
Regionalism in selected musical works of Charles Faulkner Bryan (1911-1955)
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-04-29)The dissertation examines regionalism in selected musical works of Charles Faulkner Bryan (1911-1955). The composer's upbringing and cultural heritage are examined within the context of the history and traditions of the ... -
Redeemed from the curse: Paul's understanding of the law and Gentiles in the light of Hellenistic Judaism
(2008-10-31)This dissertation examines Paul's understanding of the law and Gentiles in the light of Hellenistic Judaism. Chapter 1 questions whether or not Gentiles are under the law in Paul. The thesis of this dissertation is that, ... -
Piety and politics: Baptist social reform in America, 1770-1860
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-03-03)This dissertation examines the relationship between Baptists and social reform from 1770 through 1860. Chapter one examines two explanations to the social movements of this period. Attention is given to the tension between ... -
Papias and his witness to the development of the New Testament
(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 ... -
Our Savior and King: Theology proper in 1 Timothy
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-11-17)In this dissertation the author seeks to present a holistic theology proper (hereafter, simply "theology") for the first epistle to Timothy, with special regard to the letter's doxologies (King) and divine title, Savior. ... -
Martyrdom as an impetus for divine retribution in the book of Revelation
(Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008-03-25)This dissertation examines the relationship between martyrdom and divine retribution against the martyr's persecutors in the book of Revelation. The argument is made that Revelation portrays martyrdom as an impetus of ... -
Keeper of the Great Seal of Heaven: Sealing of the Spirit in the thought of John Flavel
(2008-05-01)This thesis examines John Flavel's understanding of the sealing of the Spirit. Chapter 1 presents John Flavel's view of a subsequent sealing of the Spirit, its significance in his theology and later in the American Great ...