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Author: |
Accornero, Christina Tellechea |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. ICS 1999 |
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Title: |
A Mission Organization as Steward: Facing the Tensions Between People and Product. (UMI 9919826) 206 pp. |
Abstract
The central theme of this dissertation proposes that the concept of the stewardship of human resources is a possible response to the tension in a mission organization between caring for its personnel and achieving its goals. This dissertation is an interpretive and reflective study that examines the people, product, and process of mission in a framework of organizational culture. the research concludes with a new model of organization for mission structures that is based on the principle of empowerment and elements of biblical stewardship to form an organizational structure that has a solid Christological center.
Key Words
mission organization, stewardship, biblical stewardship, Christological, covenant, organizational culture, narrative theology, people of mission, product of mission, process of mission, community, Latin American Mission, corporate culture, empowerment, framework, historiography, integrity, leadership, management, missio Dei, mission structures
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Andersson, Sune Karl |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1990 |
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Title: |
The Local Church and World Evangelization. (Not on U.M.I.-being published) 253pp. |
Abstract
This thesis examines relevant issues and principles correlated with theology of mission, contemporary mission work and church planting strategies for the Swedish Pentecostal Churches. Specific concerns addressed are the biblical foundations for missions and how the local church can be actively involved in world evangelization. It is the author's goal to encourage and motivate church leaders and members of all age groups to practical action and evangelization of Sweden and other nations.
Key Words
Church Growth, church planting, church-local, cross-cultural ministry, cultural mandate, culture, evangelization, immigrants, Kingdom of God, mission, missionaries, missions, people groups, people of God, redemption, Sweden, Swedish Pentecostals, unreached peoples
Mentor: Viggo Søgaard
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Author: |
Barro, Antonio Carlos |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1989 |
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Title: |
Called to be Servant-The Mission of the Christian Church. (U.M. 1336425) 105pp. |
Abstract
This thesis deals with the concept of servanthood in the mission of the church. The author points out that the church has to serve God as its first priority, and as the church serves God, it will be willing to do mission in the holistic way. In this thesis the author points out that there is no such place as prioritization in the mission of the church.
Key Words
covenant, creation, evangelism, First World Churches, incarnation, kingdom, mission, servanthood, service, social action, social concerns, third world church, western church, western world
Mentor: Paul E. Pierson
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Author: |
Barro, Antonio Carlos |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1993 |
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Title: |
Orlando Enrique Costas: Mission Theologian on the Way and at the Crossroads. (U.M. 9329318) 254 pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation presents an analysis of Orlando E. Costas' missiology. Specific concerns addressed are his integral church growth concept, kingdom missiology, dialogue with ecumenical Protestant theologians and liberation theologians from Latin America. The author's goal is to explicate Costas' missiology as a continual challenge for the church at large.
Key Words
church growth theory, contextual theology, Costas-Orlando E., ecumenical theology, eschatology, evangelical theology, evangelization, kingdom of God, Latin American liberation theology, Latin American missiology, mission theology, proclamation, social transformation
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Barro, Jorge Henrique |
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Degree: |
Th.M. ICS 1997 |
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Title: |
Biblical Model of Moses’ Pastoral in Exodus. (U.M. 1384248) 87 pp |
Abstract
This thesis examines the pastoral praxis of Moses in the book of Exodus. The author shows that pastoral praxis is a responsive action to God. He acts first, and our pastoral praxis is a consequence of His calling. In this sense, God is the Liberator, who established the Covenantal relationship with His people, and gave the Law, which was the instructions for personal and social life. Finally, He is the One who walked (and is still walking) with His people, dwelling among them, being a Tabernacular presence.
Key Words
covenant, crisis, Israel, Latin America, law, liberation, mission, Moses, oppression, pastoral, praxis, tabernacle
Mentor: Paul E. Pierson
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Author: |
Bensley, Ross E. |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1981 |
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Title: |
Towards a Christian Ethnohermeneutic: A Review of Literature. (U.M. 8218614) 134pp. |
Abstract
This research project is a critical analysis of the literary work of the major contributors to the current discussion on hermeneutics and culture. The author analyzes various hermeneutical models that have been widely used by evangelicals in the past, but gives special attention to the important new insights that are beginning to emerge from such disciplines as philosophy, linguistics and cultural anthropology.
Key Words
anthropology, ethnotheology, hermeneutics, linguistics, philosophical hermeneutics, philosophy
Mentor: Charles H. Kraft
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Author: |
Bockelmann, Friedhelm |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1996 |
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Title: |
The Evangelistic Nature of the Church and its Implication for the Established Church of Germany (EKD). (1379181) 114 pp. |
Abstract
The first section of this study demonstrates that the fundamental nature of the church is an evangelistic one: the church exists for the world. The second section provides an analysis of the present situation of the Established Church in Germany. Implications are considered and some practical steps are given to address the question of how evangelistic congregations can be established.
Key Words
church-and Kingdom, church-and world, church-evangelistic nature, church-Germany, church-nature, ecclesiology, evangelization, Germany, sacralization, secularization
Mentor: Wilbert Shenk
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Author: |
Bolton, Rosemary Ann |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. ICS 1999 |
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Title: |
Nuaulu and Biblical World View and Ritual Symbolism and the Translation of Baptize and Lord’s Supper. (U.M. 9951149) 453 pp. |
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This dissertation seeks to determine the best way to translate the key terms baptize and Lord’s Supper into the Nuaulu language considering world view, ritual symbolism, and functions of ritual in Nuaulu and biblical cultures. It includes a Nuaulu ethnography written with this goal in mind as well as a translation-based exegesis of the biblical rituals of baptism and Lord’s Supper. Options for translating these terms in the Nuaulu language of Seram island, Maluku province, Indonesia are presented along with a discussion of results obtained when these options were tested for understanding by Nuaulu adherents of their traditional religion.
Key Words
animism, anthropology, baptism, binary oppositions, blessing, communication theory, contextualization, covenant, curse, eastern Indonesia, form, function, gender, inferred meaning, initiation, intended meaning, key terms, Lord’s Supper, meaning, Melanesia, Nuaulu, obedience, relevance theory, religion, ritual, ritual symbolism, transculturation, Bible translation, translation checking, water, world view themes
Mentor: R. Daniel Shaw
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Author: |
Bond, Stephen Bradley |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1992 |
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Title: |
Spiritual Authority in Biblical Leadership. (U.M. 1347511) 224 pp. |
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This thesis evaluates three variables which interact to establish spiritual authority in nine biblical leaders. Gifted power, holiness, and deep experience with God are explored as major factors contributing to spiritual authority in the lives of Moses, Joshua, Deborah, Samuel, Daniel, the Apostle John, Peter, Barnabas, and Paul.
Key Words
apostle, availability, Barnabas, calling, courage, Daniel, Deborah, deep experiences, holiness, integrity, intimacy, isolation, John, Joshua, leadership, Moses, obedience, Paul, Peter, power, purity, Samuel, spiritual authority, spiritual gifts, submissiveness, suffering, theophany, visions, Word of God
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Author: |
Book, Doyle C. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1977 |
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Title: |
The Health of the Body of Christ and Ministry. (U.M. 1316855) 230pp. |
Abstract
This project deals with certain aspects of the Body of Christ as described in the New Testament and indicates the implications of this study for the Church in Japan. The perspective is Pentecostal; it is not critically exegetical.
Key Words
body life, evangelism, Japan, theology
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Branner, John K. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1974 |
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Title: |
Rolland Allen, Donald McGavran and Church Growth. 130pp. |
Abstract
This thesis is a comparative study of the missiologies of Roland Allen and Donald McGavran. The study seeks to discover to what extent the contemporary McGavran was influenced by the work of Allen's writing in the 1920s. Beginning with an extensive biographical sketch of Allen, the author moves to Allen's theories of missions, and finally to Allen's relation to McGavran and the individual contributions of each. A personal interview with McGavran is included.
Key Words
Allen-Ronald, Church Growth, McGavran-Donald A., missiology, missions
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Bryant, Rees O. |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1990 |
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Title: |
The Role of Baptism in Pauline Theology of Conversion. (U.M. 9026686) 274pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation examines the role of baptism in Paul's conversion, his theology and his missionary ministry to learn whether baptism was a part of conversion or merely a symbol of it which could be delayed for various reasons. It also studies whether baptism should be a part of conversion today.
Key Words
antecedents of baptism, baptism, catechisms, conversion, creedal statements, examination of motives, hermeneutics, incarnation, incorporation, John's baptism, Kingdom of God, lustrations, missiology, multivocality, probationary model, proselyte baptism, Qumran Community, ritual symbolism, sacraments, symbolic anthropology, theology
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Byrne, Francis Michael |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1996 |
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Title: |
The Biblical Motif of the Servant: A Theology for Mission. (U.M. 9713164 ) 600 pp.. |
Abstract
This thesis examines the servant motif in the Old Testament. All of the biblical terms related to the motif are discussed. The thesis asserts that servanthood is rooted in the nature of God and in his human creatures and serves as a model for the church’s theology and practice of mission.
Key Words
Abraham, baptism, creation, Christology, David, Isaiah, Jesus, leadership, mission, missionary, Moses, parables, Paul, Philippians, prophet, relationship, slave, slavery, servant, servant of the Lord, servanthood, suffering, worship
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Caldwell, Larry W. |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1985 |
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Title: |
Apostleship: Reclaiming God's Sending Gift for Missionaries Today. (U.M. 1325174) 207pp. |
Abstract
This thesis shows that apostleship is a legitimate spiritual gift for the church's mission today. It attempts to prove that the gift of apostle is the cross-cultural gift for today's missionaries involved in evangelism and church planting and that there is a need to reclaim the gift for missionaries today.
Key Words
apostle, Church Growth, church history, church planting, churches, cross-cultural, etymology, evangelism, miracles, mission history, mission organizations, mission theology, missionaries, missionary education, missionary recruitment, missions, spiritual gifts, third world missions, unreached peoples
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Caldwell, Larry W. |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1990 |
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Title: |
Receptor-Oriented Hermeneutics: Reclaiming the Hermeneutical Methodologies of the New Testament for Bible Interpreters in the Third Millennium. (U.M. 9028137) 350pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation is for all involved with ethnohermeneutics, the cross-cultural interpretation of the Bible. It shows that a Western hermeneutical methodology is not always appropriate for non-Western societies. It develops a biblical hermeneutical model that shows how to make Bible interpretations more harmonious with the hermeneutical methodologies of the receptor societies.
Key Words
anthropology, critical realism, cross-cultural communication, dynamic equivalence, East Asian theologies, epistemological foundations of hermeneutics, ethnohermeneutics, hermeneutics, Hiebert-Paul G., Koyama-Kosuke, Kraft-Charles H., Midrash, naive realism, New Testament, Old Testament, receptor-oriented communication, receptor-oriented hermeneutical model, Ro-Bong Rin, Song-C. S., Third Horizon Hermeneutics, worldview
Mentor: Charles H. Kraft
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Author: |
Carriker, C. Timothy |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1987 |
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Title: |
The Mission of God: An Old Testament Theology (In Portuguese). (U.M. 1330307) Portuguese: 250pp. Rest English summary. |
Abstract
This thesis is written as a basic text in Portuguese for Brazilian pastors and professionals preparing on a graduate level for cross-cultural ministry. It seeks to offer biblical perspectives for the contemporary missionary task, presenting through dialogue with biblical writers key issues for the mission of the church.
Key Words
Bible, biblical eschatology, biblical theology, Brazilian church, centrifugism, centripetism, contextualization, covenant, cross-cultural communication, ethnomusicology, evangelization, Kingdom of God, Latin American theology, liberation, mission education, mission theology, missionary church, missions, Old Testament, Old Testament theology, social witness
Mentor: Paul E. Pierson
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Author: |
Carriker, Charles Timothy |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1994 |
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Title: |
Paul's Apocalyptic Mission: An Integrative Missiological Hermeneutic. (U.M. 9414111) 331 pp. |
Abstract
As an illustration of the importance of formal biblical studies for missiology, this study focuses on Paul's self-identity as apostle and missionary to the Gentiles. An important key for understanding Paul as theologian and Paul as missionary concerns his apocalyptic reinterpretation of Jesus' death and resurrection and the implications of that for his own career. Pauline apocalyptic eschatology forms the bridge between Pauline theology and missionary practice.
Key Words
apocalyptic (literature, worldview), biblical studies, Church and Israel, contextual theology, contextualization, 1 Corinthians, eschatology, hermeneutics, Jewish evangelism, missiology, mission theology, Paul (eschatology, hermeneutic, missionary theology, theology) Romans, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Carver, E. Earl |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1988 |
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Title: |
An Inquiry Into the Status of the Unevangelized. (U.M. 8814828) 428pp. |
Abstract
A study in Christian doctrines and attitudes toward those who through no fault of their own have not received a valid presentation of the gospel. The question is: "Are they all lost, or are some saved?" If some are saved, in what sense, and under what circumstances? The inquiry covers research of the biblical data, the Protestant theologians, the Conciliar Movement, Vatican II, contemporary thought, and the author's own conclusions.
Key Words
centrifugal mission, centripetal mission, continuity-discontinuity debate, conversion, damnation, dialogue, evangelization, heathenism, ignorance, Logos, missionary motivation, natural revelation, natural theology, non-Christians, paganism, preparation for the gospel, prevenient grace, proselytism, religious pluralism, salvation
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Castillo, Metro-salem |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1976 |
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Title: |
The Church in Thy House. 317pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation is a study of the house church concept as it relates to Christian mission. The author deals with the theological and sociological design and composition of the house church in the early Christian era with the aim of exploring the principles regarding its application in missions today. Special emphasis is given to the application of these findings to the Philippine culture. The house church in Scripture is also studied.
Key Words
biblical theology, Church Growth, church-national, house churches, missions, Philippines
Mentor: Alan R. Tippett
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Author: |
Chandler, Thomas W. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1973 |
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Title: |
Satan, Demons and the Occult Scene Today. 178pp. |
Abstract
This thesis is a study of what the word of God has to say about Satan
and his methods, demonic activity, power and possession, death and necromancy. The author gives a biblical understanding of how to deal with the "mechanics" involved in bringing about deliverance from demons. In conclusion, a word is given about the Christian's defense system: a calm, practical, workable plan from Scripture that results in victory for Christians. Key Words
Bible, death, demonology, necromancy, occult, satan
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Author: |
Chi, Duk Jin |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1996 |
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Title: |
Missiological Reflections of the Holy Place in Missionary Ecclesiology. (U.M. 1377171) 123 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis presents missiological reflections about the people of God as Holy Place. The specific concern addressed is how the church will carry out God's mission in the world.
Key Words
apostolicity, catholicity, community, church, diakonia, holiness, holy place, Kerygma, Kingdom of God, koinonia, martyria, people of God, presence of the Holy, synagogue, tabernacle, temple
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Chong, C. F. Matthew |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1987 |
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Title: |
The Seven Vital Church Growth Factors in the Book of Acts. (Not on microfilm) 168pp. |
Abstract
The seven factors are: the Holy spirit was the facilitator of growth; the speeches were tools for mass conversions; unity was a great attraction for growth; persecution pressurized the church to grow upwardly, inwardly and outwardly; prayer energized the church; leadership guided church's expansion; and miracles established the early Christianity.
Key Words
Church Growth, conversion, evangelism, fellowship, Holy Spirit, koinonia, leadership, leadership characteristics, martyrdom, miracles, miracles-function of, persecution, power, prayer, spiritual gifts, suffering, suffering-joyful, unity, witnessing, worship
Mentor: Eddie Gibbs
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Author: |
Chong, Matthew Chee Feh |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1998 |
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Title: |
Applying Church Growth Principles of the Book of Acts in Chinese Churches. (U.M. 9904660) 252 pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation identifies eight church growth principles in Acts: 1) the Holy Spirit was the key agent of growth; 2) prayer energized the early Christians to speak boldly, to serve sacrificially, to suffer unwaveringly, and to die gloriously; 3) persecution pressurized the early church to grow upwardly, inwardly, and outwardly; 4) leadership guided the expansion of the early church; 5) speeches were the tools for mass conversion; 6) household gatherings were the nursery for growth; 7) evangelism is the heartbeat of church growth; 8) miracles helped the establishment of Christianity in the first century.
Key Words
apostolic leadership, Chinese churches, church expansion, church growth principles, communication, evangelism, evangelistic methods, fellowship, Holy Spirit, home cell groups, household gatherings, leadership, miracles, Pentecost, persecution, power, preaching, primitive church, prayer, spiritual gifts, witnessing
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Christian, Jayakumar |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1994 |
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Title: |
The Powerlessness of the Poor: Toward an Alternative Kingdom of God Based Paradigm for Response. (U.M. 9431811) 402 pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation is an interdisciplinary paradigm level search for an alternative Kingdom-based response to the powerlessness of the rural poor in India. The study inquires into historical reflections and responses, the meaning of powerlessness of the poor and the Kingdom's understanding of power.
Key Words
Dalit theology, development theories, disempowerment (process), God-complex (poverty relationships), Hinduism (popular), India, Kingdom of God (and the poor, and power), liberation theologies, paradigm, poverty, power, powerlessness, principalities and powers, web of lies, worldview
Mentor: Edgar J. Elliston
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Author: |
Cook, Clyde |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1974 |
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Title: |
Cross-Cultural Persuasive Evangelism: A Study of Selected Early and Contemporary Models. (U.M. 8015033) 209pp. |
Abstract
The purpose of this dissertation is to examine the first century model of cross-cultural persuasion as seen in the light of responsible exegesis of the Scripture and the early theories and practices of persuasion, and to use these principles as a basis of a Christian approach to cross-cultural persuasive evangelism in our day.
Key Words
Bible, evangelism-persuasive, Philippines, theology
Mentor: Donald McGavran
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Author: |
Davies, Ronald E. |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1988 |
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Title: |
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord: The Missiological Thought and Practice of Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758). (U.M. 8913951) 278pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation focuses on a neglected aspect of study on Edwards, namely the place that missions and missionary work occupied in his thought and life, including its place in his overall theological scheme, as well as his practical involvement. Limitations and hindrances are also studied, and some application made to today.
Key Words
American Indians, Brainerd-David, eschatological motivation, laity, leadership, mission history, mission theology, missionary administration, missionary motivation, missionary prayer, missionary preaching, missionary strategy, missions, Moravians, New England, North America, Protestant missions, Puritan missions, Reformed missions, revival
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Dearborn, Timothy A. |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1981 |
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Title: |
Christians at the Crossroads: A Guide to Christians' Approaches to Peoples of Other Religions. (U.M. 1316452) 259pp. |
Abstract
This thesis is a summary of the different approaches Christians have taken throughout history to the encounter with other religions. It seeks to provide the information a Christian needs to answer the question, "Is faith in Jesus Christ really the only way to salvation?"
Key Words
apologetics, Christology, dialogue, evangelism, history of missions, liberation, moratorium, non-Christian religious, religious encounter, soteriology, worldview
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
De Waard, Hendrick |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1981 |
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Title: |
The Spiritual Experience of Al-Ghazzali: A Christian Response. (U.M. 8118656) 232pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation traces the religious experience of a well-known eleventh century Muslim mystic who attempted to combine Islamic orthodoxy with mysticism. From this experience, the author tries to extract some implications that are relevant for Christian witness to Muslims today and indicates how a Christian must respond to Muslims who are earnestly seeking for the Living God.
Key Words
Al-Ghazzali, Baghdad, conversion, dialogue, Indonesia, Islam, mission to Muslims, mysticism, religious experience
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Dollar, Harold E. |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1980 |
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Title: |
A Cross-Cultural Theology of Healing. (U.M. 8110194) 321pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation advocates that the Protestant Missionary Movement develop a theology and practice of Christian ("Divine") healing that will be theologically sound and cross-culturally sensitive. The Western worldview, which tends toward the dichotimization of life, has shaped missions view of healing. Christian healing should be a vital part of the Church's total ministry.
Key Words
animism, Christian healing, cross-cultural ministry, divine healing, healing, Protestant Missionary Movement
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Dollar, Harold E. |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1990 |
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Title: |
A Biblical-Missiological Exploration of the Cross-Cultural in Luke-Acts. (U.M. 9024459) 359pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation provides an integrative model for New Testament students and missiologists in the study of Luke-Acts. This study demonstrates how an understanding of the nature of Luke's narrative enables the interpreter to draw insights on the cross-cultural process involved as the gospel moves from the particular to the universal.
Key Words
Acts, anomalies, apostle, Apostolic Council, Barnabas, biblical theology, circumcision, cross-cultural, culture change, evangelism, God-fearers, Hellenists, hermeneutics, James, Judaism, Luke, Luke-Acts, missiology, missions, New Testament studies, paradigms, particularism, Paul, rejection, Samaritans, Silas, sinners, sociology, table-fellowship, universalism
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Douglas, Robert C. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1977 |
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Title: |
Strategic Components in a Proposed Experimental Approach to Evangelization of Muslims. 141pp. |
Abstract
This research project struggles with the problem of presenting the Christian Gospel to the Muslim world. The basic idea is that new methods must be tried first of all among the Muslim Diaspora. Concrete suggestions are made for attempting to create an Islamic Christian Community within the Southern California area.
Key Words
cultural relevance, evangelization, Islam, Muslim diaspora
Mentor: Charles H. Kraft
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Author: |
Downey, Raymur J. |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1981 |
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Title: |
Old Testament Patterns of Leadership Training: Prophets, Priests, and Kings. (U.M. 1316814) 132pp. |
Abstract
This research project is an investigation of the patterns of leadership training modelled by the prophets, priests, and kings of the Old Testament. The author shows the implications of these Biblical patterns to the training of church leadership today. His particular frame of reference is Zaire, specifically the churches planted by the Christian and Missionary Alliance there.
Key Words
Aaron, Abrahamic covenant, apprenticeship, Bayombe, call, CEAZ, charismatic leaders, Christian and Missionary Alliance, communication-oral, David, dynasty, education-Hebrew of adults, education-Hebrew of children, Eli, Elijah, Elisha, false prophets, hereditary system, Jeremiah, Joshua, Kings, leadership training, Levites, Moses, non-formal education, oral communication, priests, prophetic guilds, prophets, Proverbs, Samuel, scribes, Shema, Solomon, tutor, worldview, Zaire
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Drenth, Cecelia |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1977 |
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Title: |
The Central Theological Issues Related to Paul's Evangelism of Jews and Gentiles. (U.M. 1317052) 112pp. |
Abstract
In the author's words: "This project is an ... attempt to review Paul's evangelization among Jews and Gentiles, and to explore four of the central theological issues related to this ministry."
Key Words
Calvinism, evangelism, gentiles, Jews, St. Paul, theology
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Fernando, Ajith R. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1976 |
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Title: |
A Critique of Exegetical Arguments for Universalism. 251pp. |
Abstract
This thesis "will seek to defend limitarianism against the challenge from dogmatic and agnostic universalism. First, the controversy will be put in a historical perspective with a brief sketch of the history of Universalism ... the arguments that have been used to support universalism will be presented."
Key Words
exegesis, limitarianism, philosophy, theology, universalism
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Author: |
Foster, Kenneth Neill |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1988 |
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Title: |
Discernment, the Powers and Spirit-speaking. (U.M. 8626724) 266pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation deals with the supernatural and paranormal phenomena of the "excluded middle" and seeks to establish a definition of discernment as related to the powers, and then to apply that discernment definition to glossolalia and spirit-speaking. Based upon 1 John 4:1-3a, it explains the Ruark procedure and establishes guidelines for a verification process of glossolalia.
Key Words
anti-charismata, believers' authority, demonization, discernment, excluded middle, exorcism, glossolalia, healing, Kingdom of God, Montanism, occult subjection, paradigm-blockage, passivity, power encounter, prophecies, pseudo-glossolalia, Spirit-speaking, Stoichea, tongues
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Gallagher, Robert Lloyd |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. ICS 1998 |
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Title: |
Luke, the Holy Spirit, and Mission: An Integrative Analysis of Selected Protestant “Writings” in Theology, Mission, and Lukan Studies. (U.M. 9826795) 344 pp. |
Abstract
This work explores the relationship between the Holy Spirit and mission by analyzing selected Protestant academic writings between 1940-97. This dialogical study is concerned with what theological writers, mission writers, and Lukan scholars understand of this dynamic and the integration of these findings with Luke-Acts. The reflective response through the author’s understanding of the Lukan text confirms much of what the Protestant writers have indicated, but also leads to a number of suggestions for further study based on Luke’s unique emphasis on the Holy Spirit’s operation in mission.
Key Words
Acts, boldness, church, creation, discourse analysis, encounter, gifts, growth, guidance, Holy Spirit, individual, leadership, Lukan studies, Luke, Luke-Acts, missiology, mission, mission writings, missionary vitality, non-Christian, other religions, pneumatology, power, prayer, prophecy, Protestant writings, reconcile, renewal, sanctification, social change, Spirit, theological writings, witness, world
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Gang, Peter Joonsu |
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Degree: |
Th.M. ICS 1996 |
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Title: |
Towards a Missiological Foundation for Renewal in the Local Congregation. (U.M. 1384161 ) 133 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis is a study on the renewal of the local congregation from a biblical perspective. The study covers biblical foundations of the local congregation and biblical foundations of renewal. The essence and mission of the local congregation, and conditions and elements of renewal in the local church are presented. Some areas of renewal in local congregations of the K.P.C. (Tonghab) are presented.
Key Words
Korean Presbyterian Church, community, the body, fellowship, the gospel, local congregation, ecclesiology, worship, laity and women, theological integration, new creation, holiness, authority, church renewal, biblical perspectives on church renewal
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Gang, Peter Joonsu |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 2000 |
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Title: |
Renewing the Local Church for Mission: A Study of the Korean Revival Meetings. (U.M. 9963979) 316pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation seeks for the spiritual renewal of the local church for mission, and attempts to evaluate the revival meetings for spiritual renewal of the local church in Korea. Corporate renewal is examined with a three dimensional relationship of the local church. God has used the revival meetings as a way of spiritual renewal of the local church for mission. The local church should be spiritually renewed. The spiritual renewal of the local church results in the fulfillment of God’s mission.
Key Words
Spiritual renewal, corporate renewal, biblical renewals, remnant, temple of God, body of Christ, bride of Christ, local church, nature of the church, stages in the corporate renewal, barriers to spiritual renewal, mission of the church, revival meetings, theology of revival meeting, characteristics of revival meetings, a three dimensional relationship of the church, nominality, ekklesia, kingdom of God, Korean church.
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Garcia, Ehud Marques |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1987 |
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Title: |
A Gloria de Deus entre as Nacoes-Uma Teologia Biblica de Missoes. (U.M. 1330883) 244pp. |
Abstract
This thesis is written as a help for those Brazilians preparing for cross-cultural mission. It is a biblical theology of missions which will assist them to understand the deep love of God for the nations, tribes, peoples and languages around the world.
Key Words
Brazil, Church Growth, church history, ethnocentrism, evangelism, Great Commission, Israel, Kingdom of God, missions, nations, salvation, spiritual warfare, theology of mission
Mentor: Paul E. Pierson
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Author: |
Garland, John K. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1987 |
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Title: |
Value-triads. (U.M. 1335077) 90pp. |
Abstract
Seventy Hebrew words of Genesis 1-11 occur in Isaiah as often as in the intervening pages. Isaiah spoke to resistant hearers through value-triads; i.e., core beliefs of opposed values where a third transcendent value explains the paradox. Pattani Malay, Thai, and English value-triads and contextual theology are explored.
Key Words
Babylon, Canaan, communications, contextual theology, core themes, creation, cultural anthropology, Egypt, health care, Hebrew, Isaiah, Judah, missions, Pattani Malay, Persia, research methods, resistant hearers, righteousness, Thai, value-triads English, worldview
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Glanville, Lewis Kingsbury |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 2000 |
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Title: |
Foundations for a Businessmen’s Church as a Catalyst for Mission in the City. (U.M. 9967140) 280pp. |
Abstract
Why does the Lord want a church just for Moses-type businessmen and their families wanting to make Los Angeles a better place to live by fighting the Lord’s battles for justice with the city’s poor and oppressed? Examined are present evangelical businessmen-clergy relations, and the 18th century Clapham Sect house church of evangelical societal leaders. The focus then becomes discerning the Scriptural missional paradigm for transformational urban mission that takes the following seriously: the early Jerusalem church prototype and the necessary spirituality, the defining disciple-Jesus relationship, the role of the Holy Spirit, the role of the larger church, and the meaning of individual vocation and destiny as Jesus’ disciples. The application of all this is then imagined for Los Angeles and the church.
Key Words
businessmen, cross-class, cross-cultural, destiny, ethics, evangelical, family of God, friend of Jesus, Holy Spirit, household of God, Jerusalem Pentecost church, Jubilee, justice, kingdom of Mammon, kingdom of God, kingdom warfare, love, loving the world, oppressed, poor, spirituality, transformational urban mission, vocation, wholistic ministry.
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Go, Peter Kwang-Seog |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1993 |
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Title: |
Healing Ministry in Kingdom Perspective. (U.M. 1352227) 100 pp. |
Abstract
This study focuses on illuminating the importance of a healing ministry in kingdom perspective. God's kingdom has attacked Satan's kingdom, which has exerted dark power over the world. One of the most important ministries of Jesus was, therefore, healing all diseases, and he gave the power to his disciples, the people of God, to do his divine work continually for God's kingdom.
Key Words
Aeneas, aretai, Buddhism, centurion, charismatic, Confucianism, Council of Carthage, dispensation, epileptic, hypothesis, jurisdiction, Messianic Age (hope, prophecy), Missio Dei, omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient, rabble, Syrophoenician
Mentor: C. Peter Wagner
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Author: |
Go, Peter Kwang-Seog |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. ICS 1999 |
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Title: |
The Church’s Kingdom Mission through Power Ministries among the Urban Poor in Lupang Pangako, Metro Manila. (U.M. 9931763) 319 pp. |
Abstract
This study seeks to define the contours of the Church’s Kingdom mission, which is an integral part of the whole mission of the Church, employing power ministries focused on the socio-cultural and spiritual mandate of the Church to reach the urban poor, one of the largest target populations of today’s mission in Lupang, Metro Manila.
Key Words
Kingdom mission, power ministry, urban poor, cultural context, integral mission, healing ministry, spiritual warfare, missionary people, cultural sub-system, poverty, squatter, fold religion, animism, folk Catholicism, syncretism, spirits, sickness, healing, shaman, worldview, mission Church
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Gray, Hitomi Kishi |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. ICS 1999 |
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Title: |
Transformational Intimacy with God: Sharing Pain among Japanese Students in the U.S. (U.M. 9923564) 328 pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation develops a mission theology of transformational intimacy with God through sharing of pain among Japanese Christian college students in the U.S. The study explores the relational experience of sharing pain with God and others with a special adaptation to the Japanese context. It considers Scripture and theology that deal with God’s pain, the theory of inner healing, and Japanese social/psychological response to pain. Sharing pain is a form of intimacy that transforms relationships.
Key Words
brokenness, church community, compassion, co-suffer, crucifixion, empathetic love, forgiveness, God’s pain, harmful hiding, harmony, helpful hiding, Holy Spirit, hurt, inner child, inner healing, intimate group, Japanese community, Japanese person, Japanese shame, Japanese students, journey, maturing growth, mission, pain, prayer, reference group, relational transformation, restoring growth, sacrificial love, sharing pain, suffering love, transformational intimacy, transforming love
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Green, Stanley W. |
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Degree: |
M.A. Miss. 1987 |
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Title: |
A Liberating Hermeneutic. (U.M. 1330884) 196pp. |
Abstract
Within the South African context Scripture has been made subservient to narrow nationalistic interests, becoming a handmaid of oppression. By combining the positive distinctives of political and liberation theologies with epistemological insights from related fields, a quest is made for a new hermeneutical method which is both biblical and liberating.
Key Words
anthropology, apartheid, church-South Africa, context, contextuality, epistemology, hermeneutics, Holy Spirit, ideology, liberation theology, liberation, Marxism, oppression, perceptual-grid, philosophy, politics, praxis, pre-understanding, revelation, Scripture, theology
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Han, Jae Hyun |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1996 |
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Title: |
Prayer Concerning Mission in Luke-Acts: With Reference to the Korean Presbyterian Church (KPC). (U.M. 1382950) 114 pp. |
Abstract
This study describes the relationship between prayer and mission as found in Luke-Acts. It demonstrates that Luke-Acts credits prayer with playing an important role in the expansion of God’s kingdom. Prayer is the means by which one receives the Holy Spirit, and it is an indispensable tool for the spreading of God’s reign. The author concludes by encouraging the KPC to be actively involved in prayer for mission, as modeled in Luke-Acts.
Key Words
influence of Korean shamanism on prayer, KPC’s current position on prayer, missionary prayers of the early church, prayer and church growth, prayer concerning mission in Luke-Acts, prayer in Jesus’ mission, prayer in missiological theories, prayer and the Pentecostal Spirit, self-centered prayer, the expansion of God’s kingdom
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Hartono, David |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1996 |
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Title: |
Paul's Contextual Christology as a Preferred Model for Creedal Churches. (U.M. 9625740) 297 pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation demonstrates that Paul's model of contextualization is the preferred one for creedal churches. His model is christocentric and evangelistic, and does not accommodate religiouns syncretism and universalism. Creedal churches can use Paul's model, along with creeds and confessions, to produce a dynamic contextual theology for the need of surrounding communities.
Key Words
christology-Paul, church-traditions, conversion, confessions, contextualization, creeds, Nicene Creed, Paul, receptor-orientation, revelation-natural, revelation-special, semiotics, symbol, syncretism, Taiping, theology-christocentric, theology-local, theologizing-dynamic-equivalence, transculturation
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Hertig, Paul |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1989 |
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Title: |
The Mission of the Messiah and the Year of Jubilee: A Comparison of Luke 4 and Isaiah 61. (U.M. 1338059) 148pp. |
Abstract
This thesis analyzes Luke 4:16-30 and focuses on Jesus' proclamation of messianic fulfillment from Isaiah 61. His mission is holistic in four aspects: (1) it is both proclaimed and enacted, (2) it is both physical and spiritual, (3) it is both for Israel and the nations and (4) it is both present and eschatological.
Key Words
afflicted, Beatitudes, deliverance, holistic mission, humble, Isaiah-ch. 61, jubilee, Latin American Liberation Theology, Liberation Theology, liberation, Luke-ch. 4, Messiah, mission, poor, release, rich, salvation, Year of Jubilee
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Hertig, Paul Alan |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1995 |
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Title: |
The Messiah at the Margins: A Missiology of Transformation Based on the Galilee Theme in Matthew. (U.M. 9530354) 379 pp. |
Abstract
Matthew's emphasis on the term "Galilee" is not mere geographical evidence of the Messiahship of Jesus, but also evidence of a key theological theme in his Gospel. It indicates a deliberate strategy of Jesus at the margins of society, which portrays the holistic and universal mission of the Messiah.
Key Words
boundary keeping, church politics, contextualization, downward mobility, ecclesiology, empowerment, Galilee, Great Commission, hermeneutics, holistic mission, inclusiveness, Judaism, margin-center dynamics, marginality, messianic prophecy, politics, poor, power, revitalization
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Hoekstra, Harvey |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1977 |
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Title: |
The WCC and New Mission: How It Affects Member Churches. 301pp. |
Abstract
The World Council of Churches ... is committed by its constitution to support the churches in their worldwide missionary and evangelistic task. This study grows out of a concern that the present understanding of mission with in the WCC, and its programs to carry out that understanding, do not provide the support they need for this task.
Key Words
mission, strategy, unreached peoples, World Council of Churches
Mentor: Donald McGavran
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Author: |
Holert, M. Louise |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1985 |
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Title: |
Extrinsic Evil Powers in the Old Testament. (U.M. 1325466) 213pp. |
Abstract
This thesis demonstrates that the Old Testament perception of extrinsic evil powers can only be fully understood within the cultural context of the ancient Near East. The approach is to discover the implicit ancient Near Eastern perspective through an inquiry into the religious and communicational cultural subsystems.
Key Words
adversary, amulets, Assyria, Babylon, bull, Canaan, communicational subsystem, concrete/abstract, cosmic, cross-cultural, demons, divination, dog, Egypt, evil (extrinsic), Hebrew, implicit/explicit, lion, magic, mechanical, metaphors, monotheism, natural/supernatural, Near East, necromancy, Old Testament, organic, religious subsystem, Satan, serpent, shedim, western, worldview
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Huffard, Evertt W. |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1985 |
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Title: |
Thematic Dissonance in the Muslim-Christian Encounter: A Contextualized Theology of Honor. (U.M. 8512592) 360pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation argues the thesis that a theology of honor is a necessary starting point in Muslim evangelism to overcome the thematic dissonance created by a message based on a theology of love. It identifies a correlation between social structures, cultural values and a cultural hermeneutic for both the American missionary and the Arab Muslim.
Key Words
Arabs, blamelessness, contextualization, cross, cross-cultural communication, cultural values, dynamic equivalence, generosity, hermeneutics, hospitality, individualism, Islam-love, reciprocity, religious paradigms, sacrifice, shame-Islam, social structures, starting point, thematic dissonance, themes, theocentricity, worldview
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Hutchens, James M. |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1974 |
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Title: |
A Case for Messianic Judaism. 334pp. |
Abstract
Judaism and Christianity, after being mutually exclusive for so long, have finally begun to open eyes and ears to each other. This thesis brings together Christianity and Judaism in Messianic Judaism and develops the unique features of Messianic Judaism.
Key Words
indigeneity, Judaism, Messianic Judaism, theology
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Author: |
Hwang, John Hyunjo |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1995 |
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Title: |
An Evaluative Study of Korean Reunification Theology from an Evangelical Perspective. (U.M. 1361137) 123 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis presents an evaluative study of Korean Reunification Theology from an evangelical perspective. The author calls for a rethinking of the liberational principles and methods of current Reunification Theology in the light of Scriptures so that it can become an acceptable missionary theology for North Korean mission.
Key Words
anthropocentrism, atheism, concession, contextualization, diakonia, evangelicalism, evangelization, hermeneutics, infallibility, juche philosophy, kingdom of God, Korean reunification, liberation theology, Marx-Leninism, minjung theology, paradigm shift, reconciliation, Reunification Theology, sovereignty of God
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Isaiah, Emmanuel S. |
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Degree: |
Ph.D. 1988 |
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Title: |
Muslim Eschatology and its Missiological Implications: A Thematic Study. (U.M. 8819607) 167pp. |
Abstract
This dissertation deals with Muslim eschatology and its missiological implications as a thematic study. Eschatology has been a major concern since the earliest preaching of Muhammad. It is a study directed at the central themes of Muslim eschatology, which compares them with their parallels in Christian eschatology and looks at their missiological implications.
Key Words
al-Dunya, anti-Christ (Dajjal) in Muslim eschatology, assembling, bridge, death-Muslim belief, grave-Muslim, Hadith, heaven-Muslim belief, hell-Muslim belief, hour-Muslim, Jesus (Isa) in Muslim eschatology, judgment-Muslim belief, kingdom of God-Muslim, Muhammad, punishment-Muslim, Quran, reckoning, resurrection-Muslim belief, rewards-Muslim, scales
Mentor: J. Dudley Woodberry
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Author: |
Jones, Bruce W. |
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Degree: |
D.Min. 1981 |
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Title: |
Three Dimensions of Discipleship. 307pp. |
Abstract
The fulfillment of the Great Commission is an exciting focal point for evangelical ministries around the world. There is a divergence of views as to when this commandment has been scripturally fulfilled and New Testament disciples have been made. A fundamental question this is, what is a New Testament disciple?
Key Words
conversion, culture, discipleship, discipling, evangelism, Great Commission, McGavran-Donald, people movements
Mentor: C. Peter Wagner
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Author: |
Juell, Sheldon Orville |
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Degree: |
Th.M. ICS 1999 |
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Title: |
Community Life in the Early Church. (U.M. 1397440) 232 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis seeks to examine the pattern of community life that existed in the Early Church and attempts to suggest how the contemporary Church can model this pattern in today’s society. The Church must reevaluate how the world sees and responds to her and unite as one body under the power an anointing of the Holy Spirit in order to once again be an effective witness in our communities according to the pattern of the Early Church. In order to accomplish this task, the Church must become and function as one like the Community of Love is and functions as one. The Word of God and Christian literature have been used as the primary sources for this research.
Key Words
community, community life, community of love, new community, Early Church, new identity, image of love, leadership, house churches, household, fellowship, evangelism, priesthood of all believers, membership, doctrines, edify, edification, disciples, family, faith, ministry, servanthood, prayer, worship, commitment, women, discipline, Lord’s Supper, salvation, serve, servant, one another, church growth, ordination, unity, body of Christ, Christianity, Gentiles, Jews, Jewish, Greek, Roman, Jerusalem, Acts
Mentor: Charles E. Van Engen
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Author: |
Kang, Il June |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1994 |
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Title: |
A Theology of Stewardship for Korean Missionary Leadership. (U.M. 1356292) 117 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis develops a stewardship model for the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. The process is shown in relation to mission, church, and leadership, and stewardship is at the center of these three. This study tries to develop a paradigm of Korean missionary leadership integrating biblical, theological, and cultural insights in order to provide a Korean theological paradigm to be rooted in the Korean soil, bringing forth its own flowers.
Key Words
centrifugal, centripetal, church (missionary nature of), covenant, Kingdom of God, mission of God, missionary leadership, people of God, reconciliation, stewardship, transferred apostolate, transforming moment
Mentor: Dean S. Gilliland
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Author: |
Kasdorf, Hand |
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Degree: |
D.Miss. 1976 |
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Title: |
Gustav Warnecks Missiologisches Erbe (In German) 569pp. |
Abstract
This is a comprehensive study of the missiological thought of Gustav Warneck evaluated in the light of contemporary missiological perspectives currently being affirmed and developed by evangelicals in the Church Growth movement. It is written in German.
Key Words
German, missiology, theology, Warneck-Gustav
Mentor: Arthur F. Glasser
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Author: |
Kim, Joseph Yooshik |
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Degree: |
Th.M. Miss. 1998 |
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Title: |
Conversion of Filipino Nominal Christians to God. (U.M. 1388367) 142 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis presents a missiological study of factors contributing to Filipino nominalism and the conversion of Filipinos to God under the dominant Catholic religious situation. It is written with field workers in mind in order to enhance the work of evangelization in the Philippines. The main areas of study include what the Bible teaches about nominalism and true Christian conversion. The underlying causes of Filipino nominalism are examined as well as factors contributing to a genuine turning to God of nominal Christians.
Key Words
nominalism, nominal Christians, conversion, Filipino, the work of the Holy Spirit, Roman Catholicism, field workers, message, Jesus Christ, Book of Acts, guidance, evangelization, evangelism, spirituality, mission, prayer, image of God, sin, devil, Satan, animism, regeneration, contributing factors, process, world view, culture, idolatry, folk Catholicism
Mentor: Charles Van Engen
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Author: |
Kim, Sung Hwan |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1993 |
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Title: |
The Holy Spirit's Mission in the Book of Acts: Its Repetition and Continuation. (U.M. 1354999) 154 pp. |
Abstract
This thesis approaches Acts biblico-theologically and missiologically for the Spirit's mission work. It posits that the Holy Spirit was poured out in Acts and is still being poured out at missiologically critical junctures. Pentecost was once-for-all in redemptive history, but the Spirit's Pentecostal mission work continues in mission history.
Key Words
Acts, baptism, Christ, fullness, Holy Spirit, Korean church, Korean-American, liberation, mission history, mission practice, mission theology, Paul, Pentecost, redemptive history, Reformed, revival, unity
Mentor: Charles Van Engen
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Author: |
Kim, Yong Shik |
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Degree: |
Th.M. 1995 |
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Title: |
Contextualizing A Mission Theology for Korean Diaspora in Brazil. (U.M. 136171) 169 pp. |