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The Holy Spirit, 2008.
This paper discusses the Holy Spirit in the role of guidance.
1,214 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 29.95
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In this article the writer looks at the topic of the Holy Spirit and notes that the Holy Spirit plays a vital role in the lives of Christians. The writer notes that the Holy Spirit guides, teaches, and protects. The writer also points out that for a chaplain, the role of the Holy Spirit is two-fold because a chaplain not only is in charge of the worship service, but the chaplain also counsels individuals and families. The writer maintains that the Holy Spirit helps the chaplain in these roles as a spiritual leader.
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The Holy Spirit in the Life of the Believer
The Holy Spirit
The Role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian Life
Holy Spirit Convicts
Holy Spirit in Every Day Life
The Holy Spirit Protects
Holy Spirit as a Comforter
The Holy Spirit Teaches
The Holy Spirit in the Life of a Chaplain
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"In order for the chaplain to be used by God, the chaplain must rely on the Holy Spirit for guidance.
"Chaplains must have a good relationship with God and the Holy Spirit. A chaplain must allow the Holy Spirit to guide, teach, comfort, and protect in his or her own life. Having a good relationship with God enables the chaplain to help others. Sometimes the words the chaplain says to others will make the difference in life and death. Military people rely on the chaplain to guide them and to help them understand the promises of God."
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The Role of the Holy Spirit, 2006.
This paper discusses the role played by the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 25.95
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This paper discusses the Holy Spirit and His role to the believer. The writer points out that it is important to understand the role of the Holy Spirit and His judicial acts such as conviction and sanctification. The writer notes that the comforter that Jesus promised was the Holy Spirit. Further the writer shows that it is important to look at the Hebrew and Greek word for spirit to understand the important role that the Holy Spirit played in the lives of the disciples and continues to play in the believers' lives.
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"What is the Holy Spirit? What role does it play in the believer's life? Jesus knew the plans God had created for him. He knew that he would be leaving the disciples to go back to Heaven. Therefore, he sent a comforter. This comforter that Jesus promised was the Holy Spirit. It is important to look at the Hebrew and Greek word for spirit to understand the important role that the Holy Spirit played in the lives of the disciples and continues to play in the believers' lives. Jesus knew that believers needed help living in a wicked world. He promised the disciples a comforter to guide and direct them in living a Christian life. This promise can be found in John 14: 16-18, "And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with your forever"."
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Holy Spirit, 2004.
Discussing the role of the Holy Spirit as seen in the 'Acts of the Apostles' and Paul?s teachings.
1,435 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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This paper explains how the Holy Spirit is essential in the life of every Christian believer. By examining the 'Acts of the Apostles' and the teachings of Paul, the paper explains the role of the Holy Spirit and the importance of the Holy Spirit in the establishment of the early churches.
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"H. H. Halley tells us that the original mission of the church was to be a ?witness-bearing institution to Christ? as opposed to an institution of authority to force Jesus upon the world. (Halley 767). Part of this witness was the experience of the Holy Spirit. The work of the Holy Spirit proved that Christianity was, among other things, a supernatural experience. The presence of the Holy Spirit allowed for the apostles to work miracles in the name of the Lord, which led others to Christ. In essence, the Holy Spirit was responsible for the growth of the early church and it is clear that the disciples were empowered by him."
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?Baptism of the Holy Spirit?, 2004.
A review of James Dunn?s book, "The Baptism of the Holy Spirit".
6,121 words (approx. 24.5 pages), 13 sources, MLA, £ 103.95
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This paper examines the scriptural basis for the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and compares it to James Dunn?s classic work on the same. It looks at how Dunn approaches the subject from a dispensational and existential philosophy and how so many of his conclusions are subject to reconsideration under the full light of Scripture. It shows how his questionable belief regarding the deity and messianic identity of Christ is also reason to question the conclusions he draws. In conclusion, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the church's experience of the same are compared and contrasted to the Eastern Christian views of the theology of the Holy Spirit. Vladimir Lossky?s work, ?The Mystical Theology of the Eastern Church", also provides the basis for this comparison.
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"This debate has carried with is the unspoken corollary which needs to be addressed in order to clearly evaluate the scriptural record. In Christ, all men, women, slave, free, Jew or gentiles are forever equal. Yet, in experience, there are some who do participate in the experience of the Holy Spirit baptism, and some who do not. In discussing this issue, the related underlying question is ?Well, if some do have it, and some don?t, then some Christians must by ?closer to God? or ?more right? than others. This emotional based value judgment has clouded an effective discussion of this experience for centuries. Each believer is on an individual walk with Christ. Those who have been a part of the Christian traditions for decades are no more favored by God than those who have just begun their journey."
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Mary Espoused to The Father, The Son & The Holy Spirit, 2007.
An in-depth examination of the relationship of Mary to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
12,150 words (approx. 48.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 167.95
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This paper provides a historical and theological investigation as to the role of Mary within the Church, specifically as to whether Mary should be considered espoused to God, the Father, or to Jesus the Son, or the spouse of the Holy Spirit. This work explores the development of the role of Mary from the viewpoint of the Church Fathers and how that development has taken place. This work also looks at the biblical and doctrinal basis relating to Mary's espousal and further explores the writings of St. Louis Marie De Montfort and St. Maximilan Kolbe in understanding the role of Mary as the spouse of the Holy Spirit.
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Introduction
Statement of Thesis
Chapter 1: Spiritual and Doctrinal Foundations
Chapter 2: Mary, Espoused to God the Father?
Chapter 3: Mary, Espoused to Jesus Christ?
Chapter 4: Mary, Espoused to the Holy Spirit?
Chapter 5: Writings of St. Louis Marie De Montfort & St. Maximilan Kolbe
Chapter 6: Synthesis & Conclusion
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"Votes were taken with the result being 1114 voting in favor of integration of the marian schema into the Church Constitution and 1074 in favor of a separate schema for Mary. It is stated that this division was reported by news media to be a split as to whether the authenticity of Mary as Mediatrix was to be adopted into the church however, in reality the only division among the Cardinals was as to whether a separate schema should be given to Mary.
Mary is held up as an example of what is termed a "total faith response to God". (McBride, 2003) Chapter VIII of Lumen Gentium states that the Old Testament is to be "understood in the light of further and full revelation." (LG #55) According to mariologist James O'Connor: "in the light of the fullness of revelation we are not 'reading back into' the documents something which is not really there, but something which is truly there but only fully understood when read in the perspective of the completed work." (O'Connor, 1986)"
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The Holy Spirit and the Jews, 2002.
A look at the relationship between the Holy Spirit and the Jews in the Books of "Luke" and "Acts".
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper addresses the treatment of both the Holy Spirit, which laid the initial foundations of Christianity, and its connection with the role of the Jews in the Books of Luke and Acts. This paper proves that the Holy Spirit helped to provide the foundation for Christianity and also helped the Jews make the transition into Christianity.
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Gospel of John & Holy Spirit, 1999.
Examines role & significance of the Holy Spirit in New Testament book & Christian salvation.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, £ 56.95
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"The gospel of John, known as the fourth gospel, presents the Bible's greatest teaching on the ministry of the Holy Spirit. The concept of the Holy Spirit is introduced, portrayed in earthly form (a dove), and discussed at length by Jesus Christ. In John's gospel, the Holy Spirit begins its mission on earth: its infusion into the lives of human beings. The description of the activity of the Holy Spirit makes the Fourth Gospel perhaps the most inspiring book of the Bible.
The Holy Spirit is interrelated with the Father and the Son in the mission of salvation. The activity of the Holy Spirit on earth is the third part of this mission. In the Old Testament, God himself communicated directly with the patriarchs, the most notable of whom was Moses. Moses spoke with God at the top of the mount and was even allowed to view God, albeit from the.."
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The Holy Spirit in the Gospel According to John, 1992.
A look at the person and ministry of the third part of the Trinity in the progress of Jesus Christ's life and teaching.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 6 sources, £ 45.95
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This essay is concerned with the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit in the Gospel According to John. The importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives is particularly evident in John, and it is one of the major themes of this Gospel. Whenever the Holy Spirit enters into our lives, it is as if Jesus Christ or the Son is once again dwelling among us. The relationship of the human and the Divine can be seen by way of the Ministry of the Holy Spirit. No earthly person can ever hope to overcome the forces of evil alone; consequently, it is God, through the Holy Spirit, who helps to guide us through the labyrinth of temptations and leads us into the Kingdom of Heaven. This is really what John's Gospel is all about.
John's Gospel is often known as the "Spiritual Gospel," and..."
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the Gospel of John, 2008.
A discussion on the Gospel of John and the work of the holy spirit.
3,528 words (approx. 14.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 70.95
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The paper discusses the reading of the Gospel of John and relates what John states about the person and work of the holy spirit.
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Objective
Introduction
The Persona of the Holy Spirit
Holy Spirit (Freedom and Sovereignty to Act)
Holy Spirit Comforts, Abides with and Dwells 'Within'
Holy Spirit Is Spirit of Truth and Spiritual Guide To All Truth
Holy Spirit Will Glorify Christ
Discussion
Promises of the Holy Spirit
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"In the work entitled: "The work of Pentecost Continues" Wintz writes that the word person is used when speaking: "...of the persons of the Holy Trinity" and yet this is not the "exact equivalent of the word we use in referring to human persons." (2003) Wintz writes that it is helpful to think: "...of the Latin root of the word 'person', which is persona. A person, from which our English word derives, is literally an actor's mask, such as were used in ancient Greek drama. In which case the same actor would use different masks to play the roles of different characters." (2003) When this is applied to the Trinity, then one can imagine the one and only God performing three different roles."(2003) Wintz writes that these: "...are not three separate Gods, but one God in three persons." (2003) The Gospel of John is highly focused on the person of the Holy Spirit and the work of that person of God. In the work entitled: 'The Filioque: A Church-Dividing Issue? An Agreed Statement of the North American Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation" published by the Standing Conference of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas it is stated that Jesus, "In his farewell discourse in the Gospel of John...speaks of the Holy Spirit as one who will continue his own work in the world after he has returned to the Father, He is 'The Spirit of Truth', who will act as 'another advocate (parakletos)' to teach and guide his disciples (14.16-17), reminding them all of Jesus himself has taught (14.26)." (Standing Conference of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas, nd) This document relates that in this part of the Gospel Jesus provides more clarity of the "sense of the relationship between this 'advocate,' himself and his Father."
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Spiritual Formation, 2008.
Looks at spiritual formation as a way of growing in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
3,470 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 14 sources, MLA, £ 69.95
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This paper defines spiritual formation as the work of forming and transforming by the Holy Spirit in the process of an inward understanding of information and experiences in an individual to develop one's character in the likeness of Christ. The paper then discusses the following components of spiritual formation: knowing and loving God, knowing and loving ourselves, knowing and loving our neighbors, and being mindful of the presence of God in our daily routine. In addtion, the paper provides an overview of the goals, dynamics, components and roles of spiritual formation.
Table of Contents:
Goals of Spiritual Formation
Components of Spiritual Formation
Dynamics of Spiritual Formation
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Spiritual Formation
The Role of the Individual in Spiritual Formation
The Role of Suffering in Spiritual Formation
Spiritual Formation in Individuals in Community
Conclusion
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"The first component of spiritual formation is to know and love God. If we do not know someone intimately, we cannot love that person. It is the same with our relationship to God. Unless we know God intimately and personally, we only love an image or concept that we have of God and not God Himself. Often this perception or concept of God is based on our concept of our earthly father and our relationship with him. The only way we can come to know God by reading His Word, by building a relationship with His Son, appreciating His creation, using quiet time in prayer and meditation, and by listening to Him through silence, dreams, and visions."
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Baptism and Holy Communion, 2006.
A review of the history of baptism and holy communion in the United Methodist Church.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper reviews the history of baptism and holy communion in the United Methodist Church can seem confusing. Since the early days of the Church's founding, the significance of these two sacraments have changed and transformed. The paper discusses how initially they were quite important, but since waned in importance in the Church, becoming akin to personal choices instead of acts of divine community with God ("By Water and the Spirit"; "This Holy Mystery"). The current conception of both these rites of sacrament, as a consequence, is uncertain for many members of the laity in the United Methodist Church. Indeed, some of the clergy are unsure how these acts should be integrated within the context of worship. Nonetheless, Church doctrine has some very clear lessons to teach about both the baptism and holy communion.
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Holy War, 2004.
An explanation of the concept of 'holy wars' in light of events since September 11.
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper discusses why ?holy wars? are fought, examines some examples of such wars in history, and reviews the concept of ?jihad?, Muslim holy war, in Islam.
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Introduction
What are Holy Wars?
Holy Wars in History
Jihad
Conclusion
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"It is indeed ironic and a great contradiction that most religious teachings are based on the principles of peace, kindness and magnanimity towards fellow men, and yet religions have also been responsible for savage killings and cruelty throughout human history. Armies and religious leaders, fired by their faiths and the belief that spreading of their religion ?by the sword? had divine sanction, have perpetrated countless ?holy wars? on fellow men. As a matter of fact, the concept of such divinely sanctioned killings is still popular among many people as is evidenced in the unending incidents of terrorist attacks linked to religious extremists around the world."
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The Holy Eucharist, 2002.
An explanation of The Holy Eucharist in Christianity.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 25.95
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This paper presents a detailed discussion about the nature and function of the Holy Eucharist in Christianity. The author takes the reader on a tour of what the Holy Eucharist, also known as the Holy Communion, is and how it is performed. We are then led in a discussion about what the practice means to the Catholic Church and the Protestant Church respectively.
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"The Holy Ghost People?, 2005.
This paper describes Peter Adair's documentary film "The Holy Ghost People", which explores the mysterious culture of Appalachian snake-handlers.
2,105 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 0 sources, £ 47.95
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This paper explains that Peter Adair's documentary film "The Holy Ghost People" is about people in a Pentecostal church in West Virginia who claim to receive the Holy Ghost as a source of power and happiness, and, when possessed by the Holy Ghost, their bodies jerk and they speak in unintelligible languages. The author points out that the main message, which Adair's cinematography is trying to convey, is that people can express their emotions without using words. The paper relates that the most telling shot in the entire documentary is the last one in which the camera focuses on the bloody cloth, which the man is using to wipe his hand thus showing the real danger, but the man, who was bitten by a poisonous snake, stays calm.
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"One interesting aspect, for me, was that I couldn't understand some of what people either said or sang, partly because of their accents, partly because of the muffled sound quality. However, this added to the feeling of intrigue and made me focus more on the tone of the songs and voices and rely more on body language and other visual stimuli. The few shots of the area in West Virginia this documentary was shot in tells a lot about who these people are. It is barren, poor, and run down. These people are disenfranchised and suffering under poverty. Even the trees cannot bear leaves, life is so cold. This is the reality of the snake handling people."
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