biblical teaching
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Romans 5:12-21 an Exegetical Investigation
In Romans 5:12-21 Paul uses a comparison between Adam and Christ to explain three facets of the gospel: First, the effect and reach of sin;…
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The Use of Didaskein in 1 Timothy 2:12 and its Applications
The goal of this paper is to address some of the key grammatical concerns of the first half of the verse. Specifically, I will be…
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Interpreting Qohelet’s Contradictions
The purpose of this thesis is to try to determine the best interpretive option to deal with apparent contradictions or “tensions” in Ecclesiastes.
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The Genesis Creation Narratives: Through the Lenses of a Historical-Critical Perspective and the Creation/Evolution Debate
This thesis will examine the creation narratives in three different ways. First, an examination of other ancient Near Eastern Creation accounts will be conducted. It…
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The Text-Critical Problem of 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 and the Evidences of its Origin
This thesis developed from an understanding that 1 Cor. 14:34-35 is an interpolation. Based on this affirmation, chapter one investigates both the meaning of vv.…
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"In Remembrance of Me": A Critical and Historical Inquiry into the Last Supper and the Words of Institution (Matt 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:15-20; 1 Cor 11 :23-26)
This thesis examines the eucharistic words of Jesus in Matt 26:26-29, Mark 14:22-25, Luke 22: 15-20, 1 Cor 11 :23-26, and John 6:35ff., with reference…
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A Exegetical Study of Hebrews 6:4-6: Apostasy and Renewal to Repentance
The purpose of this thesis is to investigate thoroughly the various themes contained within HEB 6:4-6-especially the motifs of apostasy and renewal to repentance-and arrive…
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A Historical and Theological Examination of the Resurrections of the Saints in Matthew 27:51-53
In the book of Matthew, the evangelist describes various phenomena that accompanied Jesus’ death. Darkness blotted out the sun, the earth shook, the temple curtain…
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An Analysis of Paul’s Usage of Five Words for Power
The problem addressed in this thesis is twofold: (1) Should synonyms in the NT be differentiated? (2) How can the five Greek words for power…