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Theology is the study of God from a religious perspective. It has been commonly defined as reasoned discourse about God or the gods, or more generally about religion or spirituality. It can be contrasted with religious studies, which is the study of religion from a secular perspective. Theologians use various forms of analysis and argument ( philosophical, ethnographic, historical) to help understand, explain, test, critique, defend or promote any of myriad religious topics. It might be undertaken to help the theologian The word 'theology' has classical Greek origins. The term was first used by Plato in The Republic (book ii, chap 18), and is compounded from two Greek words theos (god) and logos (rational utterance). It was gradually given new senses when it was taken up in both Greek and Latin forms by Christian authors. It is the subsequent history of the term in Christian contexts, particularly in the Latin West, that lies behind most contemporary usage, but the term can now be used to speak of reasoned discourse within and about a variety of different religious traditions.[7] Various aspects both of the process by which the discipline of ‘theology’ emerged in Christianity and the process by which the term was extended to other religions are highly controversial. The word theology comes from late middle English (originally applying only to Christianity) from French théologie, from Latin theologia, from Greek ?e?????a, theologia, from ?e??, theos or God + ????? or logos, "words", "sayings," or "discourse" ( + suffix ?a, ia, "state of", "property of", "place of"). The Greek word is literally translated as "to talk about God" from Te?? (Theos) which is God and logy which derives from logos, though this raises the question of the meaning of the word "God".[8] The meaning of the word "theologia"/"theology" shifted, however, as it was used (first in Greek and then in Latin) in European Christian thought in the Patristic period, the Middle Ages and Enlightenment, before being taken up more widely. In academic theological circles, there is some debate as to whether theology is an activity peculiar to the Christian religion, such that the word 'theology' should be reserved for Christian theology, and other words used to name analogous discourses within other religious traditions.[18] It is seen by some to be a term only appropriate to the study of religions that worship a deity (a theos), and to presuppose belief in the ability to speak and reason about this deity (in logia) - and so to be less appropriate in religious contexts which are organized differently (i.e. religions without a deity, or which deny that such subjects can be studied logically). (Hierology has been proposed as an alternative, more generic term.)
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1. Historical/Legal Apologetics
November 10, 2008
One difference between the Christian faith and many other world religions is the historical nature of Bible. Though all the other religious books offer many stories, these do not claim to be histories.
Even in those places where other religions claim to be presenting actual histories, the philosophy and theology of those religions do not depend upon the historical narrative. Thus even if those historical narratives are false, or even if they are eliminated, it makes no difference to the philosophical and theological claims of those religions. This is particularly true of all Oriental re... (read more)
Author: Johnson Philip
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2. Introduction To Christian Apologetics
November 10, 2008
The word "apologetics" confuses many into thinking that it refers to some kind of apologizing. Actually this word is not derived from the English world "apology", but from the Greek word "apologia", which is a word referring to "making a defense". Apologetics is a general term, signifying a formal defense of any kind. On the other hand, Christian Apologetics is that branch of Christian theology that answers the question "is Christianity believable". Integrated Apologetics stands for the special approach developed by us in our course material where we integrate the best from all schools of thou... (read more)
Author: Johnson Philip
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3. Black Day in America
November 05, 2008
What nation in its right mind, after 9/11, after Osama (at least his collaboration with the powers that be on it), after our alleged war on terrorism, would elect a questionable and dark character who is pro-Muslim, raised during his influential years in Muslim countries, has attended a hateful Afro-racist congregation that preaches anti-American and anti-white sermons typical of Black Liberation Theology, is endorsed by avowed Black racists and rabid Nazi Muslims, etc. would let Barack Hussein Obama even entertain the notion of running for president for a second? It certainly appears America ... (read more)
Author: David Ben-Ariel
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4. Calling World's Baby Boomers! (Part 1)
September 22, 2008
by Teodorico T. Haresco, Jr. Businessworld I am a baby boomer, steeped in the music of the Beach Boys, the 1st Quarter Storm, and Liberation Theology. Our coffee shop’s mascot is affectionately called Captain Pot. Throughout my history, the US has dominated the Global economy, today its US$13.8T GDP is 25% of the world’s total. In the early 20th century, world history has been earmarked with significant US events - magnificent and horrifying – each changing the course of following decades: the atomic bomb’s invention, the Apollo moon landing, Microsoft and the Internet. Her milita... (read more)
Author: Teodorico Haresco
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5. How Right is Your Conservative Commentator
August 09, 2008
Those who host conservative radio shows are less likely to be pressured by PC watchdogs but all of them occasionally take leave of reality especially when it comes to theology. Let’s see!
From the stinging replies of Americas “culture warrior,” Bill O’Reilly, to the sardonic humor of Glenn Beck and all in between there is a lot to be desired.
It may be naiveté as in President Bush’s remark about Islam being a “peaceful religion” or it may just be that after all they are only political commentators and not avowed conservative theologians. In either case, some who are only slightly ab... (read more)
Author: Michael Bresciani
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6. Do Not Complicate Your Life
July 30, 2008
“Excuse me, where is the Trinity?”
I was walking in the lobby of St. Luke’s hospital in Quezon City when this man came up and hit me with this very deep question.
He looked very confused. My guess was that he recognized me from my TV show or my books and decided to ask me a spiritual question. So I gave him my best shot. I dug deep into my theology and said, “The Trinity is all around us. The Trinity is within you. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one…”
His face looked even more puzzled, so I tried even harder. “I know this is difficult to understand, but there are three pe... (read more)
Author: Bo Sanchez
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7. Bible Study on the Theology of Adoration
July 16, 2008
I want to discuss what I believe to the most important and freeing concept for Christians to understand. I call it the Theology of Adoration. It is a theology rooted in too many Scriptures to point to just one--meaning once you understand it, Scripture will bear it out over and over again--but it can be summed up most simply in this way: Soren Kierkegaard wrote, “Purity of heart is to will one thing.” If we are only allowed one expression of our lives, it must be the adoration of God. To see God in His fullest glory would leave us in paralyzed awe! We would helpless to do anythin... (read more)
Author: Matthew Freeman
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8. Get Classical Christian Education For Your Children
July 14, 2008
Most school systems in the early colonial days of America were schools founded on Classical Christian education. Most instructors were educated ministers with a background in literature, Protestant theology, and classical languages.
As a result, students studied the bible in its original Greek and Hebrew along with other classics in Greek.
Classical Christian education often produces students that are amazing leaders and thinkers. A rigorous and challenging education made this type of education a winning service.
Sadly, the current educational system in the nation has dishonored... (read more)
Author: july bhisham
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9. Luther revolutionized the course of Christian theology
July 10, 2008
During 1517, Luther revolutionized the course of Christian theology when he nailed his 95 Theses on the church door at Wittenberg, accusing the Roman Catholic Church of continued heresy. Many historians believe this act as the primary starting point of the Protestant Reformation. But it cannot be denied that John Wycliffe, John Hus, Thomas Linacre, John Colet and few others had already had done enough for same cause of truth as Martin Luther. Luther's charges also directly challenged the position of the clergy in regard to individual salvation. In quickness of time, Luther’s 95 Theses of Cont... (read more)
Author: Monish mohan
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10. The Cult of Global Warming
July 09, 2008
The Cult of Global Warming By Frank Tate
Men never do evil so completely and cheerfully as when they do it from religious conviction. Blaise Pascal
In a speech in 2003, it was none other than Michael Crichton who first prominently identified environmentalism as a religion. Since then, the world has moved on apace and adherents of the creed now have a firm grip on the media and the world at large.
Global Warming has become the core belief in a new eco-theology. The term is used as shorthand for anthropogenic (or man made) global warming. It is closely related to other modern be... (read more)
Author: Palm Oil Truth Foundation
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11. Calorie Shifting Theory - It's All Explained Right Here
June 26, 2008
In this article we are going to quickly cover calorie shifting theory, and get a firm understanding of the THOUGHT that is behind of one of the most revolutionary diet plans available today. If you are serious about losing weight, have been disappointed, frustrated and let down by your weight loss experiences up to this point, simply continue reading as this article is for YOU..:-) Read on!
Filed Under: Calorie Shifting Theory in a Nutshell
The basic theology behind the calorie shifting program is this: Your body grows acclimated to consistency. That which you do often...EVEN if init... (read more)
Author: Tina Bardo
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12. Leading Internet Evangelist Invites Barack Obama to Explain his Faith
June 16, 2008
Evangelist Bill Keller of LivePrayer a dot com ministry that has 2.4 million daily subscribers to Keller’s messages is leaving the seat open for Sen. Obama to answer questions about his Christian faith. Will he accept the invitation?
The call is simple and cordial but the questions are biting and will not be easy to answer. Bill Keller has issued the public invitation by saying “I am sending a formal invitation to Senator Obama to sit down with me on camera and deal with these serious questions regarding what he believes about his Christian faith. He has been eager to talk about his faith... (read more)
Author: Michael Bresciani
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13. Why I'm Not A "Christian"
April 25, 2008
The concept of religion and church are two distinct entities that shall remain separated in this essay in that their motives are completely at odds with each other. A religion is a system of spiritual beliefs and practices that one follows in congruence with the religious texts or beliefs that an individual may have. A church claims to be the organized representation of a religion. This is not so in that the religion requires belief and in turn it may promise a multitude of rewards on earth and in the afterlife. The church wants devotion and obedience in that it is merely another organization ... (read more)
Author: John Albers
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14. We're All Unforgiven
April 25, 2008
Why is it that the serpent was able to beguile Eve? Its was said that the only creature in God's creation that had free-will was man and subsequently woman. If this is true then how was the serpent allowed to enforce an act of free-will by lying and saying that it was alright to eat from the tree of Knowledge? It could not have done so unless God willed it to do so. And if this were true then he would be considered an enemy of man. When God proclaimed that man was made in his image does that mean man's emotions are the same as God's? It seems so with all the punishment and smiting, like an a... (read more)
Author: John Albers
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15. The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection in the Medicine of Light
April 20, 2008
The work being done on light in theology as reflected in the Bible and Judaeo Christian tradition, philosophy, physics, medicine and near-death experiences is directing us to a revolutionary breakthrough in terms of a new model – a new approach to reality. Progress in all of these areas of human curiosity is being driven by brilliant and original insights into the very nature of the foundational stuff of the universe – light – an elusive, pervasive, something or someone! This new approach to reality sees the Mind –Body – Spirit connection as an essential insight if we are to even b... (read more)
Author: Bernard Fleury
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16. Church Architects for Your Church Design and Construction
April 15, 2008
The church is the place where people come to worship God and be closer to Him, as well as to repent of their sins. It takes more than a simple building made of bricks and mortar to form a church. The local congregation of believers and the place they choose as the house of their Lord is often what the word church refers to. Each church has its individual values and theology, and all of God’s beauty, order, creativity and detail should be used to the highest level of design to reflect these specific features. Therefore, everyone who is involved in a church design and construction process should... (read more)
Author: Fabiola Groshan
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17. Lifelight: A Reflection on Light
March 31, 2008
The work being done on light in theology, philosophy, physics, medicine, and near death experiences is directing us to a revolutionary breakthrough in terms of a new model, a new approach to reality. Progress in all of these areas of human curiosity is being driven by brilliant and original insights into the very nature of the foundational stuff of the universe—light—an elusive, pervasive, something or someone. There is a popular saying in the 21st Century that is sometimes used to describe the attitude of many "modern" persons regarding the Divine Being: "God is missing but no... (read more)
Author: Bernard Fleury
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18. Dumping Pastors to Get Elected - Theology America Does Not Understand
March 16, 2008
Bible schools and seminaries may have to teach freshmen the difference between liberal and conservative theology but there is little hope of getting the average American to understand the difference.
If you are Catholic the epistemology or the body of knowledge you refer to see if things are orthodox or conservative would be ex-cathedra or Papal encyclicals and Catholic dogma. Although it is not always that clear even Catholic teachings are supposed to be derived from the Bible. For the protestant the only guide is the scriptures, the Bible alone.
In today’s climate of “religious tol... (read more)
Author: Michael Bresciani
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19. The Osteen Bible and other Apostasy Milestones
January 07, 2008
The word apostasy is derived from the Greek word apostasis which literally means “desertion.” In the last few years of time as we know it the Bible clearly promises there will be a falling away or apostasy in the church and in long held theological principles.
If you need to ask if an apostasy or a desertion is occurring today you probably don’t own a radio or a television set. Long held beliefs are being questioned, set aside and abandoned altogether with alarming frequency. Here are some prime examples.
On January 5, 2008 a CBN newswomen Kristi Watts interviewing mega pastor Joel ... (read more)
Author: Michael Bresciani
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20. What "God" Means.
October 11, 2007
Maimonides and Aquinas, two unbelievable religious academics from many years ago, vary very much in the names and lingo which humankind can relate to God. Maimonides, a Jewish thinker, took the position that God may only be expressed through the articles or characteristics which He is not. The only other method God may start on to be expressed is by His acts, but these acts on no account reproduce His true spirit. . Aquinas, conversely, oppose to his counterpart. He suspected that no utterances or pronunciation would at all express God's theology, and the name God may only be considered as a... (read more)
Author: Andrew Schwartz
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21. The Problem of Atheism
October 04, 2007
The only beliefs that will survive are those that give strong regal confirmation. The absence of such confirmation may lead to the skepticism or the atheism. Philosophy deals with many questions and one of the most important is the question about God. The philosophy of god studies knowledge of God and how people imagine him. The conception of God is connected with the conception of the humanity; theology is established by anthropology. In the Age of Reason in XVI century people started to study the origin of the universe and the origin of humanity. The most important belief was that man was co... (read more)
Author: Andrew Schwartz
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22. The New American Theology - A Gospel Found Between the Lines
September 11, 2007
The new morality born a generation ago is still not allowed into the circle of conservative biblical Christianity. This has driven some of it’s proponents to take another approach. Under the auspices of PC and tolerance the new morality crowd has developed a new theology. It is a theology drawn from what the Bible does not say.
Perhaps the day has come when the well known comment made by C. S. Lewis is undergoing prophetic fulfillment. Lewis said that in today’s world of intellectual pride and pomposity that Christ probably wouldn’t be crucified at all. Instead, they would invite him over... (read more)
Author: Michael Bresciani
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23. Judaism's replacement theology condemned
June 27, 2007
Excerpt from A FORUM ON THE MIDDLE EAST The religion of Judaism, whatever branch, can determine for themselves who they want to accept as "Jewish" - whether Indian or African CONVERTS to the religion of Judaism. No problem. Your religion. Your converts - real or imagined. The problem arises when legitimate Hebrews such as myself (who don't need your approval or the British-ordained Chief Rabbinate's recognition of our Israelite origins to know who we are and embrace the biblical and historical fact that we are Joseph your brother - we merely reveal it to those willing to open their eye... (read more)
Author: David Ben-Ariel
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24. PIVOT POINT: Prophetic, Provocative, POWERFUL!
May 28, 2007
May 28, 2007, Mustang , OK >http://www.PIVOTPOINT.us NEW Release! An unusual blend of creative nonfiction & poetry, PIVOT POINT by Fern Holm challenges both traditional Christian thinking and the cult it may have unwittingly produced: the Jesus-only, "Jesus is our God" religion, a theological trend that is now evident even in mainline denominations. A prophetic element is also present in the pages of PIVOT POINT, one the author believes could trigger the end-times outpouring of the Holy Spirit (’the final revival’) and, ultimately, the second coming of Christ in His millennial... (read more)
Author: Fern Holm
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25. Am I in a Jesus-only Church? Take this 5-point Quiz.
May 28, 2007
May 28, 2007 > http://www.pivotpoint.us You might not think so, and you're positive that's not what you signed up for - but, you could very well be sitting in a church which has gradually taken on the theological slant that would identify it as "Jesus-only". Take this quiz to find out... Am I in a “Jesus-only” Church? You would think you’d know the answer to that one right off-hand, like asking, “Am I a Republican or a Democrat or a critter of a different sort?” Most people have already figured out what they are and can answer that question without a qualm. Funny... (read more)
Author: Fern Holm
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