Religion

Why are therapy and anti-therapy rituals so effective?

Each student will chose a scripture reference (Job 14:9) that can either be a single verse with a focus on an animal, a body part, or a natural element (mud, salt, etc.), or a phenomenon that may have scientific implications, such as various apocalyptic occurrences in Revelation, to study from a scientific perspective over the course of the semester. Each assignment serves as the foundation for the next assignment. • Assignment 1: Planning a Research Paper (PRP) For this assignment, students will write one to two paragraphs introducing a verse or story from the Bible that will be analyzed using a scientific perspective. The paragraph should include initial thoughts or interpretations about the verse from a theological standpoint and present a hypothesis as to whether science evidence about the key word, phrase, or concept will support or refute the theological message being delivered. • Assignment 2: Annotated Bibliography (AB) For this assignment, students will critically analyze three to five sources that will be used to conduct research on the chosen Bible verse. Each reference must be written according to the APA 6th Edition Formatting and Style Guidelines. Following each bibliographic entry, one to two paragraphs must be written explaining what type of information will be retrieved from the reference and why the chosen source is credible. • Assignment 3: Rough Draft of the Paper (RD) For this assignment, students will write a rough draft of the paper focusing on the chosen verse. The body of the rough draft must be between seven (7) to ten (10) pages. This does NOT include the cover page or references. Final Paper (FLdoc) For this assignment, students will submit a final copy of their paper (research project assignment 3) focusing on the chosen verse. The body of the final draft must be between seven (7) to ten (10) pages. This does NOT include the cover page or references. This paper should serve as an extended version of what will be the final oral presentation in this course.

A great deal of scholarship (perhaps a bit too much) deals with the authenticity of Constantine’s conversion to Christianity. Was Constantine’s conversion authentic? Why or why not? Who argues for the different positions that are held in reference to this topic?

reflection paper on one of the major themes from Velvet Elvis in light of what you’ve learned from the first two “Overview of the Christian Narrative” lectures. Here are just a few of the topics you could reflect on: The dynamic nature of the Christian tradition The centrality of doubts and questions on the Christian spiritual journey The unknowability/knowability of the Judeo-Christian God The idea that all “truth” is of God Jesus of Nazareth as the definitive revelation of God and ultimate truth of creation What it means to follow Jesus as a “disciple” The concept of “the church” The holistic nature of salvation The Garden of Eden narrative The Cain and Abel narrative The creation narrative and care for the environment

topic is LAW OF ATTRACTION- I want you to introduce the topic a bit historically first — provide a bit of historical context as an introduction; then go over the concepts/ideas involved in that topic, perhaps practices (I’d like to see some depth, don’t be too superficial, this isn’t high school, want to see that you did some research); and then how this is being used, how it shows up, in today’s “new spirituality.” overview of what the teachings are, how it got popularized in The Secret, its roots in New Thought (Spirituality and new thought) Do provide your sources at the end, a bibliography; you may use a bit of a video clip as a demonstration of what you’re talking about.

Gustavo Gutierrez stated, “Theology, for it to be good theology, must be helpful. It must help the church announce the Gospel, announce Jesus in useful contemporary language. If theology is not helpful in that task, it is not theology” (Gutierrez, 58).  the hosen contemporary issue is racial reconciliation.  Please format your essay to address the following:  […]

Spiritual Autobiography: 5 pages minimum. Include 10 cited references and at least 5 scholarly resources ie bible, catechism, spiritual writers, etc. The Spiritual/Religious Autobiography is an opportunity for you to reflect upon your personal spirituality and religious tradition or lack thereof. This autobiography is an opportunity for you to articulate your personal experiences and therefore to […]

Give a one page reflection on the religion/doctrine/idea that you learned about in this class that had the biggest impact on you or that you found most interesting. Could write about ancient Israel, Buddhism, Hinduism, Daoism, Jerusalem.

We have learned about some of the struggles that women face today as well as historically within Muslim communities and outside Muslim communities. However, we have also learned that Muslim women benefit a great deal from Islam and from within Muslim communities. In light of what we have studied this semester, what can you say […]

Essay that covers Israel’s story, from Creation (Genesis) to the post-exilic period (Ezra-Nehemiah & Esther). A great essay will emphasize the following: God’s presence, sin, the covenants (including God’s promises, protection, and human responsibility), and holiness. In essay citation is not necessary but can be included at the end.