Articles related to "Theology"



A Few Thoughts on the Church Fathers
A few brief thoughts and insights into the impact of the church fathers, particularly Augustine, and negative theology.
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Disabling Theology
Disability theologies look at the broken body of the resurrected Christ as a metaphor. The learning-disabled find little comfort in that theopoetic.
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The Theology of Jim Jones
Before the Peoples Temple exodus to Jonestown, Jim Jones altered his message as if to suggest that Americans were on the wrong side of the Cold War.
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Lutheran Architecture: How a Building Reflects Theology
A look at the architecture and layout of a Lutheran church and how that architecture and layout reflects Lutheran teaching and doctrine.
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A Quaker Understanding of Jesus Christ, Part 3
An exploration of the Friends (Quaker) understanding of Jesus Christ by Arthur O. Roberts, Professor-at-large, George Fox University, Newberg, Oregon, USA. This is part 3 in a series of 4.
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A Quaker Understanding of Jesus Christ, Part 4
An exploration of the Friends (Quaker) understanding of Jesus Christ by Arthur O. Roberts, Professor-at-large, George Fox University, Newberg, Oregon, USA. This is part 4 in a series of 4.
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Are Jesus and Satan Brothers?
Rather than answer the question that Huckabee asked the former governor of Massachusetts, Romney accused his opponent of ignorance.
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The Creeds in Christian Worship
The creeds were created to separate orthodox (correct) belief from heretical (false) teachings. Today they are recited as a means of worshiping God.
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The Stool Test
This essay, on the three-legged stool of Scripture, Tradition and Reason, was written by Fr. John-Julian of the Order of Julian of Norwich, and originally published on the order's website, "Julian Jottings."
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The Virtue of Justice
Part of the "Theology for the Laity" series by Fr. Paul Duffner, Director of the Rosary Center
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Thinking about Time
Can you kill time without damaging eternity?
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Philipp Melanchthon: Luther's Right Hand Man
Voted the most influential Lutheran outside of Martin Luther, this article takes a brief look at Philipp Melanchthon and his role in the Lutheran Reformation as well as his role after Luther's death.
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Women in Cathar and Gnostic Communities and Some Conclusions
This is a discussion of the role of women in Cathar and Gnostic communities, as well as the appeal of Catharism and Gnosticism to women. This is the final article in the series on Catharism.
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A Quaker Understanding of Jesus Christ, Part 1
An exploration of the Friends (Quaker) understanding of Jesus Christ by Arthur O. Roberts, Professor-at-large, George Fox University, Newberg, Oregon, USA. This is part 1 in a series of 4.
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A Quaker Understanding of Jesus Christ, Part 2
An exploration of the Friends (Quaker) understanding of Jesus Christ by Arthur O. Roberts, Professor-at-large, George Fox University, Newberg, Oregon, USA. This is part 2 in a series of 4.
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Choosing a Christian Fellowship at College
Selecting the right Christian organization to join can mean a better college experience and many opportunities for growing in the faith while enjoying social outlets.
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Defining Mormon Doctrine
Trying to figure out the official Mormon belief on a given topic is tricky and statements from the church do not make figuring out the canon easier.
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Dreams in the Existence of Human Consciousness
An introductory article on the relevance of dreams to human existence.
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Reformation Party
Looking for something to do for your youth or even for fellowship for your congregation besides dress up in costumes and bob for apples? Sick of "Trick or treat?" Looking for an evangelism tool to reach out to your community? Have you thought of showing a Luther film? This article relates how we hold our annual Luther movie night at Salem on Milwaukee's eastside. You can follow what we developed, or develop your own program! If you develop your own, consider sharing your efforts with the other readers of this forum.
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Pope Benedict XVI Turns 81
Joseph Ratzinger did not want to be Pope. He prayed not to be selected. But God's will was different. He was elected Pope in 2005.
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Church and State - The Byzantine Legacy
Trends into the Church and State relationship in the Byzantine Empire, and a reflection for the modern time.
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The Different Mormon Jesus
This is a debate largely ignored by members of the church, but often brought up by Fundamentalist Christians and anti-Mormons.
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Reclaiming W/holy Ignorance
In light of interfaith problems worldwide, what is required is not an abandonment of religious principles, but an embracing of them as a step toward interfaith solutions.
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Carl Ferdinand Wilhelm Walther
A look at the life and work of C. F. W. walther, founder of the Missouri Synod as well as Concordia Seminary in St. Louis and the Synodical Conference. Dr. Walther was voted the most influential American Lutheran by readers of this forum.
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Do You Want Massive Church Growth?
Do you want to achieve massive church growth? Do you want a big church? Bill Easum and Bil Cornelius have written a book to show you how to "Go Big."
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In Extremis by Howard Brenton
This season's first New Work at London's Globe is actually a revisit by a 2006 hit, and it continues to intrigue the audience.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism: Part 2
This article briefly introduces several other possible origins for the Cathar heresy, including the Paulicians and Bogomils. Citations are available upon request.
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Heavenly Mother
Mormon doctrine holds that human beings are the literal spirit descendants of two parents.
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A Catholic View of Martin Luther
Martin Luther, the author of the Ninety-five Theses and reformer who went against the Catholic Church receives an analysis unlike other traditional interpretations.
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Playboy Bunny and Children
The playboy bunny has captured the adoration and exaltation of today's youth. One can find the icon on the back's of cars, shirts, key chains, and now on junior sizes.
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The First Sullivan Crisp Book
The story of Demitria Costanas in the Nancy Rue-Stephen Arterburn novel, Healing Stones, is compelling but over-written.
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What is Yin and Yang?
What is the origin and meaning of this ancient symbol? Does the Taoist concept of Yin/Yang differ from the Buddhist concept?
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Christian Education and Culture
Education and culture as it is reflected by Christianity
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Count Leo Tolstoy
A brief explanation of the life of Count Leo Tolstoy.
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Luther's Seal
What, exactly, is the meaning behind the Luther seal? What does it signify? Using the good doctor's own words, this article explains the meaning behind that seal used freely among Lutherans and in this topic on Suite 101.
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Anniversary Countdown for 2007
This year, 2007, has a number of anniversaries of critical historical events at almost every major interval, primarily from the history of Britain and the US.
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East vs. West: Brutality in the Western church
This article explores the role of positive and negative anthropology in the actions of the Eastern Orthodox and Western Catholic churches through time.
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Orthodox Christian Iconography
The article explains the iconography of the Orthodox Church.
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Romantic Philosophies: The Ancient Roots and Modern Directions of the Romance PART 1

The Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia: A Brief History (1)
A brief history of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Australia, starting with the first Lutheran immigrants to Australia. Written by Rev. Kenneth Fischer and supplied by Rev. Peter Prange.
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Tolkien's Middle-earth doesn't look like Medieval Europe
A refutation of the medievalist interpretation of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth.
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Victorian Themes in Tennessee Williams' Plays (Part Two of Two)
Along with Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams is commonly held to be one of the greatest American playwrights of the MODERN age. In many respects, however, I believe that his work subscribes to a Victorian, pre-Modernist tradition, which I have attempted to evoke here.
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AKA Lost
A review of Jim Henderson's book currently published as "Evangelism without Additives" which addresses finding creative ways to connect with the people Jesus misses most.
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Anatole France, French Author
Brief biography of French writer Anatole France, best known for prose elegance, and ironical and sympathetic portrayal of characters.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Part 3
This is a short introduction to the material available and sources for the study of Catharism in the Middle Ages. Citations are available upon request.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Part 3
This is a short introduction to the material available and sources for the study of Catharism in the Middle Ages. Citations are available upon request.
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Cotton Mather
Cotton Mather: Investigated cases of witchcraft in Salem and Boston and orders execution of George Burroughs for witchcraft.
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Eating Disorders
New statistics find older women suffering from Anorexia and Bulimia - diseases thought to be found only in adolescents.
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Getting Psychological Help
Psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, & counselors are the mental health professionals most likely to help us survive psychological pits of despair (disorders).
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Hinduism: A Holistic Way of Life
Hinduism is not just a theology. It is a holistic way of life. The Vedas and Puranas deal with the arts and culture, medicine and health and other aspects of life.
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