Respond to 2 student responses, 200 words each. For each thread, students must support their assertions with at least 3 scholarly citations for each prompt part. Be sure to avoid extended quotes. These citations must be in current Turabian format. Any source cited must have been published within the last five years.. Acceptable sources include […]
How does this passage from Acts fit within the metanarrative of the Bible? State what type of story you believe this to be (creation, fall, redemption, or new creation) and explain why you believe this to be so?
How does this passage from Acts fit within the metanarrative of the Bible? State what type of story you believe this to be (creation, fall, redemption, or new creation) and explain why you believe this to be so? Your explanation should be 1 paragraph (200-300 words) in length. It may be good to review chapter […]
What details did you discover that you had not noticed before? How do you think this exercise can help you to interpret the text better?
Tools for Hermeneutics The student will post two (2) threads of 400 words each and you must support your assertions with at three (3) scholarly citations from a minimum of two (2) sources in current Turabian format. Each reply must incorporate at least one (1) scholarly citation in current Turabian format. Any sources cited must […]
Are there geographical details in the text? If so, which ones? Explain their meaning in the text – What is the social context of the text? Explain any words that may need explanation
Exegetical commetary It is an exegtical commentry of a bible verse. Amos 3:12-15: thus says the LORD, “Just as the shepherd snatches from the lion’s mouth a couple of legs or a piece of an ear, So will the sons of Israel dwelling in Samaria be snatched away– With the corner of a bed and […]
Which creator is more powerful, the one portrayed in Genesis 1 or the creator in the Enuma Elish? (How do the creators create in both stories?). Is one creator better or more ethical than the other?
Ancient Creation Stories and Genesis 1 Genesis chapter 1 and the Babylonian Creation Story Watch this 8 minute video featuring Yale University professor Dr. Christine Hayes discussing the basics of the Enuma Elish (the ancient Babylonian story of creation). In a one page essay (1″ margins, 12pt. Times New Roman font, double-spaced) compare and contrast […]
Watch one of the following full-length Jesus movies and write a one-page summary and reflection.
Jesus movies Watch one of the following full-length Jesus movies and write a one-page summary and reflection. These are available from sources like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube. The Gospel of Luke (2017) The Jesus Film (2016) Jesus: He Lived Among Us (2011)
Identify three family life ministry programs or activities you would suggest to a church leadership that they launch or conduct during the first year of the ministry.
Family Ministry Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of family life ministry as they apply to an actual sample congregation. The student will prepare a report that includes two parts: 1) Congregational Family Needs Analysis and a Ministry Plan of Action. The report will be based upon the sample Congregational Needs Analysis survey statistics provided […]
Post the summary of one recent news article, video, podcast, or other online media relevant to religion. Each summary should include a link to the article or resource.
Post the summary of one recent news article, video, podcast, or other online media relevant to religion. Each summary should include a link to the article or resource. When selecting your article or resource,consider the source and use good judgment. Also, in terms of news articles, please make sure the article is recent (within the […]
Explain what this concept means and how a Jewish understanding of election differs from a traditional Christian understanding of election.
Explain what this concept means and how a Jewish understanding of election differs from a traditional Christian understanding of election.