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Considering the works of the flesh in Galatians 5.

There is a concept found in the book of Judges that is called the "Sin Cycle" which refers to the people of Israel in their struggle with idolatry and the sins that came out of their involvement with idolatry.

The Jiffy brand has maintained an iconic presence in the American psyche since the '30s, defying brand loyalty and demanding an idolatry all its own. If you abhor "instant" anything, but are addicted to The Mix, this poses a problem.

Macbeth not only denies his masculinity, he denies what should be considered a good in his masculinity through his willful actions.

All idol worship is based on one thing and one thing alone: man trying to appease the gods.

In the 16th century there comes to Scotland many things, but perhaps the thing that has the most overwhelming and longest lasting implications for the Scottish people, is that of the Scottish Reform.

Who is Jesus? The dictionary defines Jesus as a teacher and a prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; His life and sermons form the basis for Christianity.

We the Body of Christ are supposed to be in this world and not of it. But it is more like there is more of the world in the body of Christ, than there is of the Body of Christ in the world.

It had all come down to this. Decades of murder, rape, and despoiling had come down to the brief hours ticking away all too swiftly.

There are many things about the Christmas holiday that have absolutely nothing to do with the Christian faith.

Following the recent developments of the Mt. Hood's trio of climbers, I find myself questioning the action of thrill seekers. I am of course saddened by the demise of anyone, but is it worth it to do dangerous activities for the right to brag?

The pursuit of beauty in today's society is reaching a maximum point. For New Year's resolutions for example more people are desiring for things that have to do with physical appeareance over spiritual growth.

How racial miscegenation affected assimilation in the Spanish colonies, and the idea of divine rule by the elite.

An exploration of the uncanny effects of cannibalism, sex, and tattoing upon postcolonialism generally, and Melville studies specifically.

Biblical research paper (theology) on God's ministry through the Old Testament prophet, Hosea. Hosea prophesied during the exile of Israel's Northern Kingdom, warning the southern kingdom of Judah to remain faithful.

Several incidents in the life of Mohammed should be troubling to Muslims and non-believers alike. However, because of sympathies generated by fear of Muslim reprisals and political correctness, these probeems are not well known among the West, or Muslims.

Rather detailed account of how God grabbed my attention after my mindset strayed from Him. An account of His unending faithfulness.

n this time of great strife and confusion, we as Americans should remember that this country is founded on three basic principles: truth, justice, and our obsession with celebrities.

Towards a Theory of Art, or if you're not big on the whole brevity thing…A Neuropsychohistoricosocio-cultural and Philosopical look at the relevance of spirituality and art in efficient human cognition and it's relation to neurochemical variability

Classical music's most lovable character, F.J. Haydn had class and creativity to spare. Here is an interesting look into his life and times.

Book Review

Granada is the sight of the Alhambra, the last muslim fortress to resist the Spanish reconquista. Today the palace, battlements and the arab quarter of town make Granada a place definitely worth visiting.

The Iraq war is a big problem in the America. But I believe we need to listen to the Iraqis and leave their land. We need to seek the face of God and end this war. It is too absurd. America in it's arroagnce need to admit that it's wrong.

I originally intended this to be a response to K. Hall's recent article about homosexuality, then realized I had a bit more to say about the topic that the response box would allow. So here's my opinion.

The Bible is inundated with symbolism and literalism. For example, the book of Revelation describes "The Great Harlot who made the inhabitants of the earth drunk with the wine of her fornication." What do these symbols mean?

Their origins are connected, as is much of their history. So what gives in the rift and relationship between art and religion?

Responding to the German Church of World War II, Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote The Cost of Discipleship to elucidate the necessity for an active faith. This paper examines Bonhoeffer's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount in light of these events.

Purdue's Jewish studies program organizes lecture series every semester, which is free and open to public. Issues presented in the series range from "King Hussein and Israel" to "Living on Writer's Block: Henry Roth and American Literature".

The many tales of Halloween and what the symbols mean.

Society's ideas of proper living doesn't often match up with God's plan. We must learn to allow Him to lead us, not society.

In the aesthetic novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde proposes a religion of art or beauty.

From its inception as a superpower, the United States of America has withstood civil wars, world wars, and even slavery-yet it remains a formidable foe. For whatever reasons, America's enemies opted to stay out of her way.

This article discusses the elements of irony and religion in the works of Flannery O'Connor.

It is important that children write. Most of us don't like to write, so exposing children to a variety of ways to share their thoughts, opinions, and research, will allow them to find their stronger areas of writing and continue to hone their skills.

Faith is a decision of the will. It requires a true belief in God.

Learn how Paul went from persecuting Christians to being God's greatest vessel in building his Church. Learn of Paul's missionary journeys and the gifts that God gave him.

(The Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem, Israel exhibits its new acquisition, a gold magic incantation amulet from the Talmudic period. A display of amulets gives the insights to the literature of magic during the Biblical and Talmudic era.)

This is a brief history of Islam and its spread through the Asian continent.

A brief analysis of philosophical understandings of the meaning of life.

In life, there are winners and losers. Yet, people will try to make each other feel better by saying, "Well, you did your best." But the truth of the matter is there are winners and losers. There's not an "almost winner" category for second place.

Slowly expanding industry and modest tourism have resulted in increasing numbers of wary but curious businesspeople and other visitors. Safe travel is possible in Turkmenistan, but the ordeal will be complicated - so be prepared.

Pagan Pride festivals are helpd throughout the United States, notably during the autumn and in the spring. This article takes a look at one festival in Syracuse, New York.

This paper is an attempt to delineate the process whereby the Israelites gained autonomy.

Art is an important element of a society's ability to translate its religious belief to its members and to the world. Religion uses verbal arts, music, and pictorial arts in order to preserve its traditions and messages.

Religion serves many functions. It can be a catalyst for change, or it can serve to preserve social ideals and traditions.

What is life, and who has the authority to define it. Without a clear understanding of what life constitutes, there will never be an adequate consensus on the hottest topic to date.

A father savagely murders his nine children. A stay at home mother drowns her five children in a bathtub. When reading the morning headlines, nothing can strike more sadness within the soul once finding out a defenseless, innocent child has passed away.

Biblical reference to the alliance of Phonecia to Ancient Israel telling of barter and trade.

The moral outrage with regards to steroids is unfounded when put in perspective of the American cultural landscape as a whole.