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OBST830: Prophets I
200/200 Paul WhitehornMarch 8, 2026 1 Samuel 16: From Lyre to Ai Paul Whitehorn OBST830: Prophets I March 8, 2026 Contents Introduction.............................................…
OBST830: Discussion Board
Discussion Board OBST830 Prophets 1 Phd Liberty Universityfrom Discussion Thread: Intro to the Former Prophets Jan 20, 2026 at 5:34 PM Paul Whitehorn Deuteronomistic Surgery As a s…
Research Paper: Amos 7:1-9 [OBST845: Prophets II]
Score: 295/300 Major Research Paper: Amos 7:1-9 Paul Whitehorn OBST845: Prophets II December 7, 2025 Contents Introduction .........................................................…
Five Signs of Assurance: A Prison Chaplain’s Guide to 1 John
Just this week, one of our inmates died of a heart attack. The week before that, another collapsed from a seizure before breakfast and didn’t survive the flight to the hospital. Th…
Recovering the Triune God: Why Reactionary Theology Fails and the Councils Still Matter
The present debate about divine foreknowledge has revealed a deeper problem. We have lost sight of who God is. Many modern replies to open theism respond from fear and not from the…
Satan as the Embodiment of Human Sin
Eternal Ontology and Divine Order In Christian doctrine, God is understood to exist in an eternal, uncreated state, beyond the normal confines of time. Scripture affirms that God i…
Satan, Demons, and the Adversary
Introduction In Christian theology, Satan (or the Devil) is often depicted as a fallen angel who rebelled against God in primeval times. This popular narrative portrays Satan as an…
Faith-Based Prison Ministries: Are They Worth the Investment?
Introduction Faith-based prison ministries such as Prison Fellowship and Kairos Prison Ministry have become common in correctional institutions, promising to transform inmates thro…
NBST800 NT Backgrounds: Phd Discussion Boards
[Paul Whitehorn] 'Week 1 Discussion: Initial Reflections Were I a Jew during the Second Temple period, my perspective on those who resisted Hellenization would likely mirror how I …
3 John 9-10: Avoiding the Diotrephes Dilemma: Apostolic Guidance Vs. Hermit Kingdoms
[Paul Whitehorn] LIBERTY UNIVERSITY JOHN W. RAWLINGS SCHOOL of DIVINITY The Background of the New Testament Essay: Epistles Assignment Submitted to Dr. Joseph Cathey in partial ful…
First-Century Judaism: A Response to Legalism and Covenantal Theology
Introduction The study of first-century Judaism continues to provoke robust scholarly debate, particularly concerning the nature of its soteriological framework. The portrayal of J…
John: 7:37-39: Jesus as the living water and wine
RAWLINGS SCHOOL of DIVINITY The Background of the New Testament Essay: The Gospels and Acts Assignment Submitted to Dr. Joseph Cathey in partial fulfillment of the requirements for…
The Living Water: Jesus’ Invitation to the Thirsty
Text: John 7:37-39 "Now on the last day, the great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, 'If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. The one who believes in…
Messianic Expectations in First-Century Judaism
In the first century, Jewish society was divided in its expectations of the Messiah, reflecting a wide array of political, social, and theological perspectives. Key groups each ant…
Jewish Resistance to Hellenization: Preserving Faith and Identity in the Second Temple Period
The Jewish resistance to Hellenization during the Second Temple period can be likened to communities today that hold to traditional values while living amid a rapidly changing worl…
Reinterpreting Jewish Resistance: Not Against Hellenization, but Against Religious Compromise
The Hasmonean revolt, often portrayed as a fierce rebellion against Hellenization, deserves a more nuanced interpretation. Rather than opposing Hellenism in all its forms, the Jewi…
Nietzsche’s Challenge: What Christians Can Learn and Must Reject
Nietzsche’s Challenge: What Christians Can Learn and Must Reject Friedrich Nietzsche is a name that, when uttered in Christian circles, often evokes suspicion, if not outright host…
Perichorismos: Union with God in Redemption
In the complex and beautiful landscape of Christian theology, much has been said about the indwelling of God in the believer and the transformation that occurs through the work of …
A Defense of the Traditional View of Paul: A Response to Sanders, Wright, and the New Perspective
In recent decades, scholars like E.P. Sanders and N.T. Wright have popularized what is commonly known as the “New Perspective on Paul,” a framework that seeks to reinterpret Paul’s…
The Mystery of the Son of Man: Divine Authority and Human Sacrifice in the Gospel of John
The incarnation of God in the person of Jesus Christ is perhaps the most profound revelation of divine nature ever given to humanity. It is a mystery that redefines our understandi…
The Divine Harmony of Submission: Understanding Why Jesus Submits to the Father
The question of why Jesus, though fully God, acts in submission to the Father, is not only one of theological depth but also of profound spiritual significance. It draws us into th…
Exploring the Trinity Beyond Time and Space: A Reflection
It’s a curious thing, really, when you stop to think about the nature of God. For centuries, Christian belief has rested on the bedrock of the Trinity: one God, yet three persons—F…
Cessationism: Missing the Paraclete? A Reflection on Johannine Theology and the Modern Church
The question of cessationism, the belief that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit—prophecy, healing, and tongues—have ceased with the apostolic age, remains a persistent point …
The Temple of Men and the Temple of God: A Reflection on the Holy Spirit’s Dwelling
There is a profound difference between what men build and what God builds. Throughout the history of Israel, we see a recurring theme: men attempt to erect structures, systems, and…
The Living Advocate: The Role of the Paraclete in Johannine Theology
In discussing the Paraclete (Greek: Παράκλητος, Paraklētos), we find ourselves in the heart of one of the most profound promises in the Gospel of John. The term Paraclete is unique…
The Narrative Of Our Lives
The Power of Story: God's Narrative and the Deception of Secular Stories There is no denying that narrative lies at the heart of human existence. Storytelling is not merely an art;…
The Call
There once was a man, not particularly remarkable by the standards of the world, and certainly not the kind of man who might attract attention in a crowd. He had lived an ordinary …
Theological Correction
The Right and Wrong ofIn every community, especially the Church, one will inevitably encounter individuals of varied temperaments and gifts. Some are endowed with a remarkable zeal…
A Letter to the Pastors
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, to the pastors and the churches of Christ scattered throughout the world. Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who…
Church Authority
The Role of In contemporary discussions within the church, the concept of authority and submission to church leadership is often a point of contention and debate. This tension is n…
The Work of Hands
A quiet room, dimly lit by the morning sun seeping through the shutters, casting long shadows on the worn wooden floor. A man sits at a simple desk, his hands calloused, the residu…
Providence and Glory A Reflection
Journal Entry: A Theological Reflection on Divine Election, Providence, and Eternal Glory Today, I find myself contemplating one of the most profound and challenging doctrines with…
Karl Barth's Election
Karl Barth’s Reinterpretation of Election and Predestination: A Christocentric Approach Introduction Karl Barth, a central figure in 20th-century theology, brought forth a profound…
Paul’s Concealment of Revelations
Paul’s Concealment of Revelations and the Thorn in the Flesh: A Model for Humility and Weakness in Christian Ministry Abstract: This article explores the apostle Paul's handling of…
The True Test of Salvation: The Holy Spirit Within Us
Rough Draft Introduction In the grand narrative of Christianity, there lies a profound and often overlooked truth—a truth so central to the faith that, without it, all else crumble…
The Guardianship of the Faith and the Call for Warriors: A Critical Reflection
There is a pressing matter at hand, one that weighs heavily upon the heart of anyone who truly understands the commission given to the Church. It seems to me that we are no longer …
The Salvation of the Israelites and the Promise of Christ
**Imagine, if you will, the world of the ancient Israelites, a world shrouded in the shadows of the unknown, where the full light of revelation had not yet dawned. It is tempting, …
Sola Scriptura in the Modern Age
Rough Draft Introduction While Sir Henry Wotton was in Italy, serving as the ambassador of King James I to the Venetian court, he was invited by a Roman Catholic priest to attend t…
Rethinking the Nature of Sacrifice
An early draft, kept as written. We might have been mistaken in our understanding of sacrifices all along. When we consider the offering of a bull or a goat, as prescribed in the b…
The Tale of Lamech and the Call to Forgiveness
Imagine, if you will, a world long ago—so distant in time that even the sun and moon seemed younger and more eager to shine upon the earth. It was a world marked not just by the be…
The Clerical Collar: A Sign of Distinction and Necessity in Prison Ministry
Introduction The clerical collar, far from being a mere tradition or a mark of Catholic hierarchy, serves as a biblical means to visibly distinguish ministers ordained by God. Thro…