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Counseling Divorced Members for Second Marriages at Donelson Cumberland Presbyterian Church Donelson, Tennessee
Get PDFThe purpose of this project was to write a premarital counseling curriculum for Christians preparing to get remarried. In order to write an effective curriculum, seventeen Christian couples in second marriages were interviewed. Their life experiences and how they overcame the additional stresses and struggles of remarriage were paired with pertinent Bible passages and homework assignments to develop the curriculum.The couples interviewed included those who were not guilty of breaking their marriage vows, as well as those who had broken their vows but demonstrated repentant hearts through their words and actions. Five couples were included from Donelson Cumberland Presbyterian Church and other couples were asked to participate with the guidance of pastors who served on the pastoral panel for the project. The pastoral panel evaluated both the questions asked in the interviews as well as the premarital counseling curriculum itself
"On Whom the End of the Ages Has Come: Biblical Theology, Preaching, and Christocentric Identity in 1 Corinthians"
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ON WHOM THE END OF THE AGES HAS COME: BIBLICAL THEOLOGY, PREACHING, AND CHRISTOCENTRIC IDENTITY IN 1 CORINTHIANS
Christopher James Kuenzle, DMin
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2020
Faculty Supervisor: Dr. Samuel C. Emadi
This project is a biblical-theological treatment of Paul’s use of biblical theology in 1 Corinthians. Paul employs several Old Testament themes to exhort the Corinthians to unite as they identify in Christ. These themes include: new creation, new exodus, new temple, new Israel, and new covenant. While Paul expresses confidence in the Corinthians salvation (1 Cor 1:8–9; 6:11), in many ways they struggled to find their identity in Christ—leading to division in the church.
Paul’s letter addresses several divisive issues in Corinth by pointing them to their new identity in Christ. They are the people of God on a new exodus as they await the hope of being made new in the resurrection. They are God’s temple, indwelt by the Holy Spirit. As people identified in Christ, love is to motivate their use of gifts as they recognize that the life lived in humble obedience to Christ is the greatest indicator of the Holy Spirit’s presence
Equipping Small Group Leaders at Troy First Baptist Church to Disciple Members Using Concepts of Biblical Counseling
Get PDFThis project sought to equip the small group leaders at Troy First Baptist Church in Troy, Missouri, in concepts of biblical counseling. Chapter 1 presents the history and ministry context of Troy First and the goals of this project. Chapter 2 provides exegesis of passages of Scripture to show that every disciple is capable to make disciples and counsel one another faithfully. Chapter 3 presents the primacy of the Word of God for its sufficiency through process of progressive sanctification with the of the Priesthood of all believers. Chapter 4 describes the project implementation and recounts the content and teaching methodology of the specific course curriculum. Chapter 5 evaluates the efficacy of the project based on completion of the specified goals. This project equipped believers with the confidence and competency to minister to one another with the truth of the gospel and the love of Christ for the sake of unity of the local church
Training Parents of Washington Heights Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio, to be the Primary Disciplers of Their Families
Get PDFThis project’s purpose was to equip the parents of Washington Heights Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio, to be the primary disciplers of their children. Chapter 1 presents the history and ministry context of Washington Heights and the goals of this project. Chapter 2 provides exegesis of four passages of Scripture (Deut 6; Josh 24; Ps 78; and Eph 6) to show that God has ordained and intended the family to be the primary means of discipleship in the life of a child, while mandating the people of God to come alongside in support. Chapter 3 observes contemporary work in the area of family ministry to show that for family discipleship to be successful, families and churches must adjust the way they interact with and support one another. Churches must come alongside parents instead of taking their responsibility; parents must show their children that devotion to God encompasses every area of life; and regular worship must happen both at home as well as in the congregational setting. Chapter 4 describes the project itself, recounting the content and teaching methodology of the specific course curriculum. Chapter 5 evaluates the efficiency of the project based on completion of the specific goals. Ultimately, this project seeks to equip parents with the resources and confidence to disciple their families in the ways and life of Jesus Christ
The Rule of Faith and Biblical Theology
Get PDFD.Min., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2020The influence of the historical-critical method lingers as interpreters ponder the proper interpretation of the Bible as Christian Scripture. This influence is most readily seen by the underlying suggestion of “two meanings” for Scripture. In order to recover the center of biblical interpretation, one must reclaim the apostolic hermeneutic as demonstrated in passages such as 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 and Luke 24:27. Irenaeus is the first major post-apostolic interpreter who articulates this hermeneutic through his notion of the rule of faith, which suggests a Christo-centric reading of Scripture. In order to demonstrate this claim, this thesis, traces the resurgence of a Christ-centered hermeneutic and suggests that what lingers from the historical-critical method has left a gap in truly seeing Christ as the center of Scripture. Instead of seeing the Bible as a witness to revelation, this thesis suggests that the Bible is revelation. This means that the Bible progressively unfolds its one message with commentary of that one message at different points in history. The greatest historical event that provides the definitive commentary for interpretation is the passion of the Christ
Chalcedonian Anthropology: A Proposal for the Extension of Christ’s Person-Nature Constitution
Get PDFThis dissertation argues for the extension of Christ’s ontological constitution as the man to define the constitution of all mankind. In contrast to the predominant body-soul/mind models, this dissertation presents a person-nature model of humanity.
Chapter 1 introduces and analyzes the current debate in anthropology between models grounded in a dualist versus a physicalist understanding of the human soul and body. The debate, and its identification of person with the soul or human being, provide a point of departure for a new model of humanity grounded in the human ontology of Christ.
Chapter 2 provides biblical warrant for the new model by demonstrating that the presentation of Christ as the image and redeemer of God points to an ontological correspondence with all humanity. The chapter also provides epistemological warrant by framing a basic methodology and historical pattern for a metaphysical move from Christology to anthropology.
Chapter 3 provides historical warrant by tracing the early church’s formation of an orthodox ontology grounded in a distinction between the ontological categories of person and nature. The Chalcedonian Definition extended the person-nature being of God to the divine-human being of God the Son incarnate, confessing that the Christ is one person in two natures.
Chapter 4 adds historical warrant by tracing the clarifications made in the pro-Chalcedonian tradition to demonstrate the coherence of Christ’s person-nature constitution as a man. The divine person of the Son is and acts as a human being by subsisting in and acting through his human nature, which is composed of a body and complete soul.
Chapter 5 presents a Chalcedonian model of humanity as a warranted theological conclusion by analyzing Christ’s orthodox ontology and extending it into anthropology via discrete ontological propositions, which define a human being as a human person subsisting in a body-soul nature. Drawing inferences and making adjustments as required demonstrates that man par ordinaire is a person-nature analogue of the man par excellence.
Chapter 6 provides an initial defense of a person-nature anthropology by addressing two objections. The dissertation concludes by discussing the promise of a Chalcedonian anthropology and the work needed to realize it
Teaching Members of Eastridge Baptist Church in Red Oak, Texas to Develop a Christ-Centered Understanding of the Bible
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TEACHING MEMBERS OF EASTRIDGE BAPTIST
CHURCH IN RED OAK, TX TO DEVELOP A
CHRIST-CENTERED UNDERSTANDING
OF THE BIBLE
James Casey Lewis, DMin
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2020
Faculty Supervisor: Dr. Terry J. Betts
The purpose of the project was to teach members of Eastridge Baptist Church in Red Oak, Texas, to develop a Christ-Centered understanding of the Bible. Chapter 1 defines the ministry context at EBC, as well as presents the rationale, purpose, goals, definitions, and limitation of the project.
Chapter 2 discusses the biblical and theological support for a Christ-centered understanding of the Bible. The chapter specifically explores the Christ-centered lens Jesus provides his disciples, which enables them to view the Bible as one unified story that centers on a crucified Christ.
Chapter 3 explores practical issues related to a Christ-centered understanding of the Bible. Three issues were prominent in the chapter. The first dealt with the necessity of a Christ-centered reading of Scripture. The last two explore both the worldview and gospel implications of a Christ-centered reading of Scripture.
Chapter 4 details the development and implementation of the project, which was a six-week sermon series through the metanarrative of the Bible.
Chapter 5 provides an evaluation of the project’s purpose, goals, strengths, and weaknesses. As well, it highlights what I would do differently if I were to run the project in the future. It concludes with both a theological and personal reflection over the project
The Impact of Servant Leadership and Christ-Centered Followership on the Problem of Police Brutality Against Minorities
Get PDFEd.D., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2020This thesis proposes that a law enforcement leadership model predicated on Christ-centered followership with a biblical metaphorical shepherding framework enhanced by servant leadership can shape individual officers and the police subculture. As a result, the leadership model can serve as an internal safeguard against police brutality in areas characterized by high concentrations of racial minorities.
Core principles and a leadership framework are drawn from Christ-centered followership for the law enforcement context, and servant leadership characteristics are integrated into the framework to enhance the model. As a result of the synthesis, the servant and shepherd model emerges as an applicable construct for law enforcement leaders to address the pattern of social distance, dehumanization, and power abuse that plagues police leadership and the overall police subculture. The new leadership model and a transformed police subculture can support organically a philosophy and methodology of policing that promotes harmony and peace in minority-communities, specifically African-American communities
Luke-Acts and Exemplar Prophets: Luke's Use of the Elijah-Elisha Narrative and the Role of the Spirit
Get PDFThis thesis examines Luke’s use of exemplars with a focus on his utilization of the Elijah-Elisha Narrative (EEN) in his Elijah-Elisha Cycles. My first chapter introduces the topic of the thesis and sets the scope of my study. Chapter two examines the lives of various figures from Luke-Acts to show the variety of ways that Luke uses exemplars to shape the virtue of his readers. Chapter three provides an overview of the EEN in 1 and 2 Kings and introduces how Elijah and Elisha themes are used in Luke-Acts. Chapter four examines how these themes are paralleled in the giving of the Spirit and the disciples’ imitation of Christ as they continue his ministry. Chapter five concludes my thesis by addressing the relevance of exemplars and Luke’s use of the EEN to the Christian life
Equipping Seminary Students for Biblical Counseling Certification at Inter-City Baptist Church in Allen Park, Michigan
Get PDFDoctor of Educational Ministry, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2020This project sought to equip seminary students for biblical counseling certification at Inter-City Baptist Church in Allen Park, Michigan. Chapter 1 describes the ministry context of Inter-City Baptist Church and establishes the project’s goals. Chapter 2 defends the biblical and theological basis for the project by examining three passages that describe how God has called pastors to equip the saints for interpersonal discipling (Col 1:28–29; Eph 4:7–16; 2 Pet 1:2–11). Chapter 3 presents the foundation for equipping seminary students to help people change, using a God-centered operational methodology. Chapter 4 details the project. Chapter 5 offers an overall evaluation of the project, with suggestions for improvement and further developmen