- You will write a 2,400–2,700-word research-based paper in current Turabian format.
- It will focus on the importance of biblical theology and how it strengthens the Christian’s ability to articulate key doctrinal beliefs.
- You must incorporate content from the Theological Statements (I will do this).
- The paper must include at least 10 references including course textbooks; you will have 5 from your bibliography you can use.
Please use these 5 as part of the 10 references.
Hamilton, James M. Jr. “What is Biblical Theology?” Illinois: Crossway, 2001.
Graeme Goldsworthy, According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible, (IVP, 2015), https://www.mywsb.com
Lawrence, Michael. “Biblical Theology in the Life of the Church,” A Guide for Ministry. Wheaton: Crossway, (2010).
Broughton, Geoff. “The significance of biblical theology,” [online]. St Mark’s Review, No. 226, (Nov 2013).
Schillebeeckx, Edward. “Revelation and Theology,” Vol. 1. (London: Sheed & Ward, 1987)
- The paper must rely on biblical texts, but the Bible does not count as one of the 10 and must not be listed in the bibliography.
- You may list the version of the Bible you are using as a footnote at the initial use of a biblical citation, but no other bibliographic information is needed for it.
- The title page and bibliography are not used to determine word count.
| Criteria | Levels of Achievement | |||
| Excellent | Average | Below Average | Unacceptable | |
| Structure | 11 to 13 points
Each paragraph contains one major idea that connects the topic to pertinent academic sources and biblical texts. Paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought. Conclusion is objective and rises from content. |
8 to 10 points
Each paragraph contains one major idea that connects the topic to pertinent academic sources and biblical texts. Paragraph transitions are somewhat clear and maintain an average flow of thought. Conclusion is somewhat objective and rises from content. |
4 to 7 points
Each paragraph does not contain one major idea that connects the topic to pertinent academic sources and biblical texts. Paragraph transitions and flow of thought are vague. Conclusion is unclear and not derived from course content. |
0 to 3 points
The paragraphs do not contain a major idea that connects the topic to pertinent academic sources and biblical texts. Paragraph transitions are unclear and do not maintain flow of thought. Conclusion is not objective and does not rise from content. |
| Content | 11 to 13 points
The final paper is 1,200–2,000 words. Understanding of the subject is evident. There is substantive, strong development of ideas and concepts. Assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated. |
8 to 10 points
The final paper is 1,000–1,999 words. Understanding of the subject is mostly evident. There is substantive, strong development of ideas and concepts. Assertions are supported and/or illustrated. |
4 to 7 points
The final paper is 500–999 words. Understanding of the subject is unclear. There is development of ideas and concepts. Assertions are slightly supported and/or illustrated. |
0 to 3 points
The final paper is 0–500 words. Understanding of the subject is not evident. There is no development of ideas and concepts. Assertions are not clearly supported and/or illustrated. |
