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Showing 1 to 20 of 32 for “"Glory of God."”.
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Worship as Witness: The Subject and the Glory of God
… in reconciling the individual spirituality of each believer with the communal identity of ekklesia has become acute, and as a result, many have rejected subjectivity in worship in pursuit of a “pure” and objective view of God. Rather than being a debate about relativity and objectivity, this …
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Equipping Family Members to Fulfill Their Biblical Roles to the Glory of God at Walnut Street Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky
… to fulfill their biblical roles as a reflection of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Chapter 1 presents the history and ministry context of Walnut Street Baptist Church and the goals of this project. Chapter 2 provides exegesis on Colossians 3:18-21 to show each family members God-given role and …
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Working for the Glory of God: The Distinction Between Greed and Self-Interest in the Life and Letters of the Apostle Paul
… between self-interest and greed. The review of literature in chapter 1 reveals that definitions of greed often rely on such terms as “excessive” and “inordinate,” without defining the terms. Chapter 2 shows Paul’s expectation that believers work usefully in the church, home, and marketplace. …
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Dorothy Scarborough : biography and criticism.
In the classroom of Dr. A. Joseph Armstrong in Pat Neff Hall, Baylor University named for Dorothy Scarborough is her portrait. In her countenance one sees love, sympathy, understanding, and a keen sense of humor. Her countenance is not misleading for she was richly endowed with these qualities, and …
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Creating A Healthy and Compelling Group Leader Culture at The Austin Stone Community Church in Austin, Texas
The purpose of this project is to create a healthy and compelling leadership culture at The Austin Stone Community Church in Austin, Texas. Chapter 1 explains the context and goals for this project regarding the need to provide effective biblical investment and support of group leaders. Chapter 2 …
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Equipping Members of Hope in Christ Bible Church in Berkley, Michigan, to Be Zealous for Good Deeds
This project features the indispensable priority of ministers of the Word equipping their members in being more zealous for good deeds. The undergirding presupposition is that this is accomplished most effectively by expository preaching and application of the Word, specifically from the book of …
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Promoting Church Unity Through the Pulpit at First Baptist Church in West Bend, Wisconsin
… the church through preaching a clear philosophy ofministry which is grounded in the doctrine and purpose of First Baptist Church West Bend, Wisconsin. Chapter 1 presents the ministry context, rational, and goals for this project. Chapter 2 argues that God’s Word provides the purpose, principles, …
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Developing a Disciple-Making Program for Ross Baptist Church in Gary, Indiana
The purpose of this project was to develop a disciple-making program for Ross Baptist Church in Gary, Indiana. Chapter 1 presents the history and ministry context of Ross Baptist Church and the goals of this project. Chapter 2 provides biblical and theological foundations of disciple-making by …
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Jesus, Socrates, and the State: Political Mythology and Power
<p>Joseph Campbell, a preeminent scholar of world mythology, wrote often regarding the “ power of myth ” in our society. Myth, which serves as a metaphor to explain the world and ourselves to ourselves, can be used to further the greater good of mankind. It can also be used to inflict great harm …
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The soteriological significance of the cross of Jesus : metaphor, meaning and salvation
… the scriptures." Here the structure and sequence of soteriological events are explicitly stated in creedal formulation, where Christ's crucifixion holds the strategic centre point, where Jesus not only dies, but dies for our salvation. The Cross is the emblematic sign of Christian authenticity, …
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Developing a Theological Framework for Pastoral Succession at Pyeongtaek Daekwang Church in Pyeongtaek Korea
… deemed helpful. Chapter 1 introduces the context of PDC and provides an overview of the project’s rationale and purpose, followed by specific directions for achieving its goals. Chapter 2 provides a biblical framework from Scriptural examples such as Adam, David, and Jesus, who were entrusted as …
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Training the Members of Pinckard Baptist Church in Pinckard, Alabama, for Wholistic Care to Those Who are in Foster Care and Eligible for Adoption
This project seeks to train the members of Pinckard Baptist Church in Pinckard, Alabama, for wholistic care to those who are in foster care and eligible for adoption. Chapter 1 presents the history and ministry context of Pinckard Baptist Church as well as the goals of this project. Chapter 2 …
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Teaching Biblical Church Membership at Reformation Baptist Church in Wetumpka, Alabama
… Chapter 1 introduces the ministry context of RBC and provides an overview of the project’s rationale and purpose followed by specific directions for achieving its goals. Chapter 2 provides exegesis of four passages of Scripture (Matt 16:13-20 and 18:15-20; selected passages in the Pastoral …
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Developing a Strategy for Revitalizing Large Southern Baptist Churches After a Season of Significant Decline
The goals of this project were to gather information from pastors who have led large Southern Baptist Churches to significant numerical growth after a season of substantial decline, to identify the best practices from those interviews, and then to build an adaptable ministry plan for churches who …
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Equipping Leaders at Truth Baptist Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Toward a Biblical Stewardship of the Body
… in Philadelphia towards a biblical stewardship of the body is a project designed to express the scriptural rationale for maintaining godly health and fitness habits and lifestyles. The baseline for the examination of prior biblical and practical knowledge became measurable by utilizing standard …
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Financial Planning in Religious Communities of Women
The main goals of a religious community are the honor and glory of God and the sanctification of its members. These goals are to be achieved through various external works of charity, such as caring for the sick, educating of youths and adults, ministering to anyone in need. In this study, we are …
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The hermeneutical praxis of the 'Rule of faith' as generating an ecclesiology of community in Irenaeus of Lyons
Introduction . 'The Glory of God is a living person...a church community fully alive.' A modern paraphrase of Irenaeus' famous dictum or a rediscovery of a profound insight? Can we build a continuity with the relevance of modern day paradigms from how Irenaeus saw his world and how we see our …
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Developing Leadership Training for Gospel City Church in Granger, Indiana, to Promote Disciplemaking
… training for small group leader coaches of Gospel City Church in Granger, Indiana, to promote disciple making. Chapter 1 presents a history of Gospel City Church in its context, while giving the rationale for the project, and outlining the purpose and goals. Chapter 2 focuses on the …
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Equipping Pastors in Union Baptist Association, Jos, Nigeria, to Teach Adoption As a Viable Ministry for Infertile Couples
The purpose of this project was to biblically and theologically equip pastors in the Union Baptist Association, Jos, Nigeria, to teach adoption of children as a viable ministry option to infertile couples for care of orphans, satisfaction of parental instinct, and the fulfillment of the Great …
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