Theology

Teams must be equipped to address problems as they arise. If handled effectively, problems can become opportunities for growth and improvement. When teams possess problem-solving skills, they function more successfully.Create a case study that involves a problem that a team could face.Have some options available on how the team could turn the problem into an opportunity.Prepare to discuss the problem and potential opportunity. The hypothetical situation will need to be presented as well.Scholarly academic resources, textbooks, or other sources provided.  Quoting or paraphrasing from any source. Requires APA format by including an in-text citation and listing the reference at the end of the study example mentioned in the study..

BOOK CRITIQUE ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONSOVERVIEWCritique the 5 parts of the book, McClendon, P. Adam. Paul’s Spirituality in Galatians. Eugene: Wipf & Stock, 2015: the Introduction and each of the 4 chapters. This book is the product of an academic thesis intentionally designed to be a critique of various theological traditions within Christianity. The purpose of reading and critiquing this book is to help you learn how to evaluate and process the merits and faults of a theological position, while being respectful. Our responsibility before God and others is to ground our convictions in the contextual principles of God’s Word.Liberty University brings great diversity, and each theological tradition has its own strengths; at the same time, we are to be people of the Word. As such, we must be committed to seeking to understand truth rightly, even at the expense of our own traditions. This book provides a critique of various positions within the Christian tradition. The ultimate point of the book is to demonstrate how we should allow the Bible to speak for itself and serve as the basis of our beliefs, correcting even our own traditional views as necessary. The goal is to challenge us to base our views on the whole of God’s Word. This evaluation of our beliefs and traditions in light of the Bible is something we should do throughout life.Additionally, we must be able to respectably disagree with others when necessary, not based on that person’s traditions, but based on Scripture.INSTRUCTIONSWrite a critique of the Introduction.Then each of the subsequent 4 main chapters. Your critique of each chapter must include:o Summary of the chapter (100 words)o Response to the chapter (100 words)? With what did you agree or disagree? (Clearly state: “I agree/disagree with…”)? Why? Use at least 3 distinct biblical passages to support your position.Each section of the critique must have clear bolded headings.Work to go beyond a general summary of the content, to focus on the main point and interact with the purpose of each chapter. All citations are to follow current Turabian formatting.BOOK: McClendon, P. Adam. Paul’s Spirituality in Galatians. Eugene: Wipf & Stock, 2015.

Write a book review of Fr. James Martin’s book, Jesus: a Pilgrimage. It is important to give a concise overall review of the book as well as concentrate closely on several topics in it; you do not have to cover every chapter; you may choose to concentrate on several chapters or themes. You must include footnotes or endnotes and a bibliography page.  Any information from the Martin book, whether quoted directly or in your own words, must be cited (there must be a no. of citations). I also expect the review to reflect your personal opinions about the book. You are allowed to refer to other book reviews, articles, or books as long as you cite them.Any evidence of plagiarism will be dealt with by the Dean’s Office. The term paper will count as 25% of your total grade.

Building a team requires commitment and dedication. Effective teams are comprised of individuals with varying strengths and weaknesses. Teams function cohesively when members maximize the positive qualities of each member and minimize the negative ones.Write a 2-3 page paper describing the characteristics of a balanced team. Ensure the following points are addressed.Reference Book:  Laws of  Teamwork:  John C. MaxwellComprehensive analysis of the characteristics of a teamExplanation of a balanced teamSupporting Scripture and quotes from at least two quality sources (with proper APA citation).Scholarly academic resources using APA format.

RESEARCH PAPER: CHAPLAIN’S CHARACTER TO LEAD ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONSOVERVIEWThe Chaplain’s Character is essential to successful ministry. The believer’s godly character is developed through attentiveness to God’s Word and the Holy Spirit to make consistent good decisions, that over time become good habits, that eventually become good character. A person is not born with godly character, but develops character through daily yielding to Christ. Likewise, chaplains must strive daily to progress in godly character so they can minister effectively. To this concern, this research paper will examine Peter’s growth in character from a struggling follower of Christ to a faithful leader for Christ. In this light, the student will be challenged to contemplate their growing character to lead effectively for Christ as a chaplain.INSTRUCTIONSAppraise the character of Peter from his immaturity as a young fisherman to his mature character to lead the church, and explore personal applications and implications for the maturing of your personal character and preparedness to lead.•    Write a 2,000–2,200-word research-based paper.•    Evaluate the character of Peter from his immaturity as a young fisherman to his maturity to lead the Church.•    Explore personal similarities with Peter’s character and applications to improve your character and leadership.•    Consider the implications of improving your character to become a better chaplain leader.•    Integrate a minimum of 10 relative Scripture passages to demonstrate God’s progressive work in Peter’s life and character to lead.•    Integrate a minimum of 10 relative Scripture passages to the maturing of your personal character and preparedness to lead.•    Demonstrate interaction with assigned textbooks.•    Include at least 6 supporting reference works to include course textbooks, books, scholarly journals, and articles.This research paper will be primarily judged on the coherence of the arguments and conclusions presented. It will also be evaluated on other objective criteria. The essay must demonstrate a doctoral-level use of the English language. This assignment requires critical thinking, logical progression of thought, and appropriate organization. In addition, you must meet the following standards of style and form:•    Adhere to current Turabian format.•    Use 1? margins on all 4 sides.•    Double-space your text.•    Use 12-point Times New Roman font.•    Indent paragraphs at 5 spaces (0.6?).•    Do not include extra blank lines between paragraphs.•    Use and italicize section headings.•    Include page numbers.•    Include a title page with your name, student ID number, course number/section, instructor’s name, and date. The title page does not count toward the required word count.•    Include a Contents page, an Introduction with a thesis sentence, a body with subheadings, footnotes, a conclusion, and a bibliography.TEXTBOOKS REQUIRED ARE ATLEAST 6, 4 REQUIRED FROM THE CLASS, THE OTHER 2 PICK ON YOUR OWN WHICH MUST BE VERY RELEVANT1.  Jorg, Jeff. Seasons of a Leader’s Life: Learning, Leading, and Leaving Your Legacy. Nashville: B & H Publishing Group, 2013. ISBN: 9781433681509 (READ PART 1:  10 TO 21) AND PAY ATTENTION TO IT.2. 1. Hillman, Os. Change Agent: Engaging Your Passion to be the One Who Makes a Difference. Lake Mary: Charisma House, 2011. ISBN: 9781616381820 (READ CHAPTERS 5, 7, 8 AND 9)3. Blackaby, Henry and Richard Blackaby. Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God’s Agenda. Revised ed. Nashville: B & H Publishing Group, 2011. ISBN: 9781433669187 (Chapter 6)4. White, John. Excellence in Leadership: Reaching Goals with Prayer, Courage and Determination. Downers Grove: Intervarsity Press, 1986. ISBN: 9780877845706. (CHAPTERS  6 AND 9)3. OTHERS: Pick 2 other textbooks on your own which can be a textbook or an Article or Journal, but must be Doctoral Level and very Relevant.4. Remember from the Instructions again:Integrate a minimum of 10 relative Scripture passages to demonstrate God’s progressive work in Peter’s life and character to lead.•    Integrate a minimum of 10 relative Scripture passages to the maturing of your personal character and preparedness to lead.•    Demonstrate interaction with assigned textbooks.•    Include at least 6 supporting reference works to include course textbooks, books, scholarly journals, and articles.5. I will upload the four Required textbooks above for you if you don’t have access to them, the remaining Two, you will choose on your own pls. Thanks.

DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONSThe student will complete 3 Discussions in this course. The student will post one thread of at least 500  words. The student must then post 2 replies of at least 200 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned Module: Week. For each thread, students must support their assertions with:1. 3 or 4 Scriptural insights and supporting textbook references in Turabian format.QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE DISCUSSION POST THOROUGHLYAfter completing the Learn material for this module: week, submit a thread answering the 2 following questions. Each question must be answered and be backed with scriptural insights and supporting textbook references.QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE DISCUSSION POST THOROUGHLYAfter completing the Learn material for this module: week, submit a thread answering the 2 following questions. Each question must be answered and be backed with scriptural insights and supporting textbook references.1. Identify the specific strengths of Nehemiah’s leadership and analyze in what ways your leadership resembles Nehemiah’s.2. Identify in what ways you are challenged by Nehemiah’s positive leadership example to improve your leadership.TEXTBOOKS TO BE READ FOR THE PAPER1.. White, John. Excellence in Leadership: Reaching Goals with Prayer, Courage and Determination. Downers Grove: Intervarsity Press, 1986. ISBN: 9780877845706. (THE ENTIRE TEXTBOOK OF WHITE)2.  Find another relevant textbook that is relevant and use it.NOTE;1.  i WILL UPLOAD the Textbook of White above for you annd send it to you.

Directions:Discuss Wollstonecraft’s views regarding reason and virtue and how they are best cultivated in human beings.  Given these views, why is the system of gender role socialization of her time so pernicious?  How, per Wollstonecraft, should this system be changed, and how would this benefit  both the acquisition of knowledge and the progress of society?RUBRIC(most follow):You should follow the standard procedures for writing a coherent essay: you should have a thesis statement, points that develop your thesis, and conclusions. If you want guidance, the instructors would be happy to talk with you about your essay.  The University also has a writing center that can assist you.Try to answer the question, and to develop a persuasive argument in answer to the question. In doing so, please do make specific reference to the text(s) that you are discussing.  For example, saying, “Machiavelli thinks that human beings are basically evil” may be correct, but saying “In the Discourses, Book I, chapter 3, Machiavelli asserts that all human beings are basically evil when he states that ‘all men are bad and ever ready to display their vicious nature’ (Machiavelli 1984 [1531], 117)” is more accurate. The reference may also be made via footnotes; the point is that I want you to offer not merely your impressions of an author’s intent, but your substantiated argument regarding the author’s intent. This is not intended to exclude speculation but rather to indicate that it should be informed speculation.

Week Seven Discussion Board Thread InstructionsI do not have a book for this class.3-2-1:After reading the selected chapters in Courageous Faith by Ed Hindson (chapters 12 and 13) determine the chapter that you would like to write about this week and identify the following items:3 key ideas from the chapter on this character in Courageous Faith.2 things you learned about this character from your reading in Courageous Faith.1 way you can use what you have learned from your reading on this character in Courageous Faith.Once you have identified these items compose a thread of at least 400 words that not only states but also explains each of these items. Your thread should contain at least one quote from Courageous Faith to support the thoughts and ideas you are presenting your thread.

Discussion Board Forum 1 Module 2Introduction The leadership principles and strategies of the current world are not primarily based on Biblical leadership. Many churches operate under the secular principles and. It is common in the modern worldDISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS The student will complete 3 Discussions in this course. The student will post one thread of at least 500  words. The student must then post 2 replies of at least 200 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned Module: Week. For each thread, students must support their assertions with: 1.  Scriptural insights and supporting textbook references in Turabian formatTEXTBOOKS READINGS FOR THE PAPER AND TO BE QUOTED1. Hillman, Os. Change Agent: Engaging Your Passion to be the One Who Makes a Difference. Lake Mary: Charisma House, 2011. ISBN: 9781616381820 (READ CHAPTERS 1 TO 4 )2. Jorg, Jeff. Seasons of a Leader’s Life: Learning, Leading, and Leaving Your Legacy. Nashville: B & H Publishing Group, 2013. ISBN: 9781433681509 (READ PART 1 TO 4 ) PAY ATTENTION TO THIS.QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE DISCUSSION POST1. What specific leadership calling has God placed on your life, in what ways are you fully embracing that leadership calling, and in what ways is your calling expanding?2. What sacrifices have you made to follow God’s calling and how has God supplied your spiritual, mental/emotional, and physical needs to uphold you as a leader?

Write a substantive 250 words response to the ideas from a classmate’s post listed below, that originated from their views from the book and movie listed.•    Parker J. Palmer, To Know As We Are Known: A Spirituality of Education (San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 1983)•    Dead Poets Society MovieThe section of Parker J. Palmer that spoke to me was the piece that talked about Openness, Boundaries, and Hospitality. One source of that tendency is our fear of appearing ignorant to others or to ourselves. Even though we are brought into education by ignorance, the fear of” not knowing” often leads us to pack the learning space with projections and pretensions. (p.71) This is something I deal with frequently. But it shouldn’t give a false impression that I’m or we are stupid or slow.Fear is a basic human emotion, with a very positive function in our lives. I don’t much care about what people say or think about me but knowing and understanding things reassures me (us), but ignorance that I feel sometimes puts me in a state of alert. It cannot cure everything I face daily but I do know education is the best antidote for ignorance.The fear of “not knowing” is a strong emotion that I face also, it can be a very common and serious affliction. All during high school and the military but mainly sports, I was a high achiever who has extraordinarily high expectations for myself.  I willingly strive for perfection in everything that I’m COMFORTABLE with. I sometimes feel like” not knowing” is emotionally devastating.Like Parker J. Palmer spoke about, I write the longest and most convoluted papers when I don’t know what to say. I would fill the learning space with meaningless words. This book by Parker J. Palmer helped me to see that my learning style is normal and it’s okay to want more. But the main thing is If I don’t know.  I just don’t know and that’s the reason I’m here.