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The Early Christian Church, 2002.
This paper discusses the theological errors of the early Christian church.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 1 source, $ 106.95
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This paper consists of four papers, each dealing with a part of Justo Gonzalez's ?The Story of Christianity?, Volume1: ?The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation?.
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The Success of Early Christianity, 2005.
Examines why the Christian religion flourished in the Roman Empire in the first three centuries CE.
725 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 25.95
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Christianity was one of the many different religions competing for the attention of people of the Roman Empire during the first three centuries CE. The paper shows that its growth during this time was extraordinary, and by the early part of the fourth century CE, it would become the official religion of the Roman Empire. The paper shows that this growth can be accredited to several different facets of the religion: its universal acceptance of all people regardless of their pasts, the strong sense of community within its congregations, its duty to care for the weak, sick and needy, and the miracle of the resurrection of Jesus. The paper shows that, when combined with the great demographic shifts that were occurring in the Roman Empire, it is much easier to understand the extreme growth of the early Christian church.
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"Another appealing aspect of early Christianity was the strong sense of community within its congregations. With the Roman Empire newly established, and the Romans being tolerant of different religious customs, many new immigrant groups moved into the area. Similar to any new group of individuals in a society, their goal was acceptance into the Roman society, to find a sense of belonging. Acceptance into the Christian church meant acceptance into a close-knit community."
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Christian Church, 2004.
Explores architecture in the development of the Christian church.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses how the Byzantine and Eastern cultures were the predecessors to the Romanesque and Gothic Periods of architecture in the Christian church. It points out that the Cluniac order had a major influence in the Romanesque Period, which was highlighted with few windows, thick walls, and massive columns. The Gothic period, in contrast, had stained glassed windows, thinner walls, and carved columns, with the builders of the churches incorporating Christian architecture as a means of religious aspiration. It explains that each era?s architecture was a means to specifically convey their social and religious views of the Christian church.
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"The term Romanesque ?points to the principle source of the style, the buildings of the Roman Empire. In addition to classical elements, however, Romanesque architecture incorporates components of Byzantine and Eastern origin (unknown, Columbia).? Romanesque structures feature characteristic elements such as ?the massive west fa?ade crowned by a tower or by twin towers, the complex design of the eastern part housing the sanctuary, and the rhythmic alternation of piers and columns in the nave (unknown, Columbia)."
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The Roman Diocletian and the Christian Church, 2004.
This paper discusses the political structure under Diocletian?s reign during the waning years of the Roman Empire as Rome turned its energy against the growing Christian church.
1,690 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper explains that the Christians were singled out because they rejected the everyday, pagan lifestyle of Rome; no one likes the outcasts of a social order. The author points out that the Jews were allowed to live peacefully because they were perceived as a national, cultural heritage, which Rome had learned to tolerate, but the Christian church raised the ire of Rome because of its evangelistic efforts. The paper states that Diocletian, Pliny, and those who persecuted the Christian church for decades did not realize that their efforts to destroy a small sect only served as a catalyst to strengthen and harden the church's resolve to expand its influence throughout the Roman world.
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"As the power was divested among the different provinces and between the sometimes cooperative, sometimes competitive leaders, the sense of absolute ruler was slipping away. In the Eastern territory, possibly because of its distance from Rome, Diocletian took steps to firmly establish his reign. The Roman emperor has always walked a fine line between secular authority and assumed divine inspiration. The pantheon of Roman gods and goddesses was slowly evolving to include the emperor, and his divine royalty. In the west, the consulship became the personal power block of a narrow circle of aristocratic Roman families. In the East, the office tended to be monopolized by emperors, or used by them to reward both military and civic service."
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The Christian Equation: Paganism in the Christian Church, 1996.
A look at how the organization of the Christian Church assimilated what it could not destroy and accorded pagan ideas a thin guise of holiness.
2,165 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 29 sources, $ 67.95
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"The philosophical question of ?What is religion?? has been answered in countless manners throughout the course of human existence, each striving to place their own beliefs above the last, or the next. But the complexity of religion can best be seen in how each parallels or absorbs part of another. Nowhere can this be better seen than in the organization of the Christian Church, which simply assimilated what it could not destroy. And so, elements of pre-Christian Europe survive even today under a thin guise of holiness. "
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Elders in the Christian Church, 2004.
An examination of the role and importance of elders in the Christian Church today.
2,035 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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In the early Christian Church, the term "elder", while possibly influenced by the use of the title for secular magistrates in Asia Minor, was derived from the Israelites, who subsequently shared it with other Semitic peoples. Today, elders play an important role in many Christian denominations, most notably Presbyterian and the Church of the Latter-Day Saints. While their roles vary, the authority and responsibilities for such elders is clearly outlined in the Old and New Testaments. This paper provides a review of the relevant literature to identify the various roles and responsibilities for church elders, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"During the Reformation in the 16th century, the office of elder was renewed by certain churches, most notably the Presbyterians; in this regard, Presbyterian's maintain a dichotomy of church government concepts in which there are two classes of elders: 1) the teaching elders (called ministers, ordained and especially set apart to the pastoral office) and 2) the ruling elders (these are lay persons generally selected by the congregation and ordained to assist the minister in the oversight and government of the church) (Church Elders 2004). The role and importance of church elders to the Presbyterian Church is illustrated in a poll of Presbyterians that found pastors much more inclined than their congregations to believe that local churches should take stands on a variety of social issues."
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Architecture and the Christian Church, 2001.
A look at the evolution of the structure of the Christian church over the centuries and the many architecture styles and features it has encorporated over its lifetime.
1,149 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper follows the architectural progression of the Christian church from its earliest beginnings and examines how between the sixth century and the thirteenth centuries in Europe, there wre many advances and changes in the methodology of church building. In particular, the paper shows how Hagia Sophia from the Early Christian Period, Ste.-Foy from the Romanesque Period and St.-Denis from the Gothic Period can be compared and contrasted in the progression of the Christian design.
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"Five hundred years later, between 1050 and 1120, Church building entered the Romanesque style of architecture. The church of Ste.-Foy in Conques is a perfect example of this style. Constructed as a pilgrimage church, it is rather small but has a large transept. Having to deal with a large traffic flow, the biggest innovation of the Romanesque design was the radiating chapel scheme. Unlike Hagia Sophia, which contained an apse under each semi dome, Ste.-Foy had an apse from which a series of three chapels radiated. Flanking the apse on either side are two more, slightly larger chapels, for a total of five. This use of an ambulatory allowed for maximum traffic flow."
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Christian Church Reform of the 16th Century, 2006.
A paper examining Martin Luther's contributions to Christian Church reform in the 16th century.
2,942 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper explains that Martin Luther's contributions to the Reformation were many, but it was his acknowledgment of the Church's greed that truly seemed to prompt him to revolution. The paper further explains that one of the most critical acts of the Christian Church Reform of the 16th century was Martin Luther's publication of his Ninety-Five Theses. The paper also examines Luther's background and explains how this background made him take sides against the Church and, instead, side with the ranks of the majority of peasants who were being forced to pay for their sins or else face eternal damnation. Finally, the paper asserts that Luther's eventual condemnation of the Church's practice of selling indulgences forged the very soul of the Reformation and prompted the spread of the revolution throughout Europe.
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"On November 10, 1483, Martin Luther was born in Eisleben, a Saxon province of Germany, to a poor family of peasants. Luther's father was a copper miner who supported eight children working in the nearby mines of Mansfield. Luther managed to receive a decent primary and secondary education before enrolling at the University of Erfurt to study law. In 1505, Luther abruptly abandoned his master's degree and enrolled in an Augustinian monastery. Although he was reticent to explain why he had made this decision, the sudden death of a close friend (who was struck down by lightning while they were taking a walk) led him to consider the transitory nature of life. Because of this, Luther began to give himself over to more spiritual commitments."
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Two Christian Churches, 2008.
This paper compares the Church of Christ Church and the Assembly of God Church (AOG).
2,695 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper examines the philosophical foundations, the biblical and doctrinal emphases, historical developments, and the attitudes and teachings suffusing the Church of Christ Church and the Assembly of God Church (AOG). The author points out that, while the two churches are substantially the same, there appears to be at least one significant doctrinal difference between them. The paper relates that the AOG seems to have a measure of theological and doctrinal confidence that bodes well for its future; whereas, the history of the Church of Christ suggests latent factionalism and less willingness to "proselytize" the masses. The author concludes that, ultimately, a case can be made that this position makes the Church of Christ weaker than its AOG counterpart.
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"Briefly, it is vital to review the attitudes and teachings of the two churches. The Church of Christ takes the position that the Bible is infallible, that the Immaculate Reception really did occur, that there is no such thing as predestination (individuals determine their own salvation), that baptism is only rightly done if done via immersion, that only God should hear prayers (there is no confession as there is in the Roman Catholic Church, in other words), and that there is no such thing as purgatory."
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Are Women Allowed To Lead In the Christian Church?, 2006.
A paper looking at evidence confirming the role of women in early and modern Christianity.
2,932 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper examines evidence supporting the belief that women played major roles in early Christianity as well as pivotal roles in spreading Christ's message. The paper looks at evidence of the role women played in raising money for churches and the Christian movement as well as evidence that they functioned as ordained priests. After reviewing the evidence presented, the paper then concludes that women have had and continue to have a significant role in church leadership.
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"In her discussion of women in the New Testament, author Judith L. Kovacs supports the contention that women were not expected to be silent in church. Instead, they were encouraged to express their convictions to Christ and Christianity. (What the Bible Really Says 213-214). According to Kovacs, women appear in the gospel narratives as recipients of Jesus' healing and forgiveness, as family, followers and friends of Jesus, and as witnesses to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. "
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"The Story of Christianity: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation", 2006.
A comprehensive review of the book by Justo L. Gonzalez, "The Story of Christianity: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation".
1,523 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This is a comprehensive book review of Justo L. Gonzalez, "The Story of Christianity: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation". The author tells us how Gonzalez's book relates very clearly the details of the disagreement that took place in 325 C.E. The author starts by telling us that the emperor Constantine called around 300 bishops to the Asia Minor city of Nicea, with the primary objective of settling a heated debate that had arisen in Alexandria some time earlier. The author tells us that Gonzalez's book is an examination of the arguments that took place and the personalities involved. He looks at both sides of the arguments that are presented and highlights how this has affected modern day church thinking. But, in conclusion, the author reminds us that it is important to remember that the Christian search is a search for the objective, absolute truth of God.
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"In reply to the possible objection that the term 'Godhead' signifies a nature and not an action, Gregory argues that the indivisibility of the nature makes the claim that God is Three nonsensical. A nature is an immaterial thing without "bodily appearance, and size, and place, and difference in figure and colour...That which is not thus circumscribed is not enumerated, and that which is not enumerated cannot be contemplated in multitude." In other words, it makes no sense to say that God's nature, which is an immaterial concept, has the number three, much as it would make no sense to say that human nature has a color."
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Church Growth, Christian Evangelism, 2004.
A review of nine books dealing with the question of Christian evangelism and the growth of the Christian church.
5,373 words (approx. 21.5 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 132.95
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This paper provides a summary and discussion on nine books, which cover the subject of evangelism, especially in America, and the need to expand the concept of Christianity, both spiritually and physically.
The nine books discussed are:
"Building Contagious Church: Revolutionizing the Way we View and do Evangelism" by Mark Mittelberg
"Values-Driven Leadership: Discovering and Developing Your Core Values for Ministry" by Aubrey Malphurs
"Evangelism Outside the Box: New Ways to Help People Experience the Good News" by Rick Richardson
"The Connecting Church: Beyond Small Groups to Authentic Community" by Randy Frazee
"The Church of Irresistible Influence" by Robert Lewis
"Finding Common Ground: How to Communicate With Those Outside the Christian Community?While We Still Can" by Tim Downs
"High Expectations: The Remarkable Secret of Keeping People in Your Church" by Thom S. Rainer
"Learning to Lead Change: A Transformational Journey" by Jim Herrington
"The Purpose-Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?" by Rick Warren
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"But Richardson stresses, ?Evangelism is for all of us.? And he goes on to offer suggestions in how to reach people. Understanding the ?modern mindset? of today?s culture is key, and that mindset began, he says, with the philosophers of the Enlightenment (Bacon, Newton, and Descartes). But the post-modern mindset is symbolized in the movie ?Titanic,? and all our worldly possessions can, and do, sink to the bottom, if we are on the wrong track. Hence, evangelism is needed to keep us afloat."
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The Christian vs Non-Christian Approach., 2006.
A review of Christian and Non-Christian solutions to social problems.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the concept of social problems and how they are perceived and dealt with differently by Christians and non-Christians. The types of problems this paper discusses include substance abuse and domestic violence. Both of these subjects are viewed very similarly by modern Christians as well as non-Christians, although historically this was not always the case.
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"There are many social problems that plague western society, from alcoholism to serious drug abuse, from teen pregnancy to spousal battery. For as many problems as we have, there are a variety of causes and solutions that have been presented. One way of categorizing the types of solutions offered are as Christian and as non-Christian. It would take volumes to fully list and describe all of the social problems and the multitudinous solutions offered by Christians and non-Christians alike, so only a few will get attention here."
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Christian and Non-Christian Religions, 2002.
Compares differences and some similarities in ritual and belief in non-Christian (African) and Christian (Baptist) religion.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 23.95
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Compares differences and some similarities in ritual & belief in non-Christian (African) and Christian (Baptist) religion. Examines the cultural differences related to these religions for Africans and African-Americans. Historical Baptist ties to slavery. Imposition of Christianity on slaves. Nature of worship. Survival of African religioius spirit and experience in religioius beliefs of African Americans in the U.S.
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"There are important differences in ritual and belief between the non-Christian religion (African) described in Marimba Ani's Let the Circle Be Unbroken and the Christian religion (Baptist) described in Albert J. Raboteau's Slave Religion. The most obvious difference is that the Baptist religion has Jesus Christ at its center as God in human form, while the African religions had a number of gods. However, the greatest difference is found in the cultural differences related to those religions. The African religion is a part of a cultural tradition reaching far back in the history of Africans and African-Americans. The African religion symbolizes freedom and independence. The Baptist religion, on the other hand, symbolizes, at least in part, a brief history tied in with slavery and dependence on a culture which was foreign to Africans. In part, the Baptist religion was ..."
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The Heresy of Nestorius, 2002.
Discusses the background of early Christian church leader Nestorius and the reason for his ex-communication.
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This five page paper discusses the early Christian church leader Nestorius. His background is briefly examined and then the paper focuses on the doctrinal dispute over the dual nature of Christ which led to the ex-communication of Nestorius and his followers.
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