Category: Essays
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Hosea and His Household
This reading will draw out the major themes of the book, thus allowing the inquirer to clearly see how the message of Hosea tightly fits into the light of the New Testament.
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Ministry of Reconciliation
At the heart of Paul’s ministry is the message of reconciliation, which is put forth in the passage of 2 Corinthians 5:17-21. The ministry of reconciliation was not a task solely reserved for Paul alone, but a task given to all those who are in Christ.
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Analysis of Christian Art
It is important to understand that the piece emphasizes more of a Catholic theology rather than a Protestant reformation theology. This, of course, is because Michelangelo was a devout Catholic; therefore, certain conflicting theological thoughts will most assuredly occur when approached from a protestant perspective.
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Thought and the Approach to Scripture
Thought should never imply power and authority over Scripture; however, incorrect approach in regards to thought concerning Scripture may possibly act as a self-inflicted handicap on the power and authority that Scripture has over us. It is of great importance that the individual understand each in order to arrive at…
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The Center Region of Balance – Luke 10:27
Our current placement on the balance beam may be extreme post-modernity, but this shouldn’t prohibit us from seeking out regions of balance in order to love our God. In reference to Luke 10:27, a balance between emotion and reason must be sought out in order to secure, for Christ, the…
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Paganism and the Christians at Corinth – The Mystery Religions
Because Christianity regularly found itself within arms length to other religions within gentile territory it most likely affected the lives of many Christians.[1] Even a brief understanding of religions extrinsic to Christianity will lend to a better understanding of scripture and what the early church had to contend with.
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What is a Biblical Worldview?
A worldview defines how a person interprets their surrounding reality. Interpretation of the world around, leads to attributes that make up a person’s character. It is the cause of being and the reason for behavior. Ultimately, it can be thought of as how a person understands, interacts then responds to…
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Pluralism – Applied Worldview
Pluralism is a multiperspectival worldview. It suggests that there are many ways to explain the world, universe, purpose, and existence. Pluralism is the most enticing treatment for a worldview because it embodies tolerance. Pluralism, it seems, acts as a cradle for all of the other “isms.” In doing so it…
Kendell Healy 