Thesis (D. Min.)--Northern Baptist Theological Seminary, Lombard, Ill., 1998. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 217-222).

Thesis (thèse conplémentaire)--Paris. / Issued also without thesis statement. Includes indexes. Includes bibliographical references (p. [9]-11).

This research explores the method and theological content in Stephen Charnock's discourses on the attributes and the existence of God with the intention to determine whether this material is structured upon the influence of the scholastic method. This is accomplished (1) by locating Charnock within his own academic and historical context and by interpreting his works according to the theological genre to which they belong, (2) by identifying the conceptual and methodological presuppositions that framed the discourses, (3) by examining and accounting for the order of exposition found in the discourses, and (4) by performing a descriptive analysis of the material seeking to identify traces of the scholastic method and style of argumentation. The findings of this investigation indicate that Charnock's discourses are theological sermons primarily intended for homiletical purposes and yet organised and reasoned per the scholastic method.

This dissertation is an attempt at a contextual interpre­ tation of the Canons of Dordt, by means of an analysis of various models of historical reconstruction. The role of Protestant scholasticism is discussed, as well as the traditional Reformed interpretation of the historical context of the Synod of Dordt, and the liberal and Marxist interpretations. It is argued that the Reformed idea of theocracy provides the best model for understanding the context of the Canons. A philosophical, sociological and historical analysis of this idea, as it is expressed in the Belgic Confession, Article 36, renders the conclusion that it is the self-legitimation of the church that is very problematical in this regard. This self-legitimation is intensified in the Canons. In the historical context this meant that the Canons provided the church and the government with a legitimation of authoritarian rule. This legitimation served to unite various political and economical interests in opposition to peace with Spain. / Philosophy, Practical and Systematic Theology / M. Th. (Sistematiese Teologie)

ABSTRACT SANCTIFICATION AS GOSPEL-BASED HOLINESS Heath Shannon Rickmond, Ph.D. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2013 Chair: Dr. Chad O. Brand This dissertation examines the progressive nature of sanctification in both evangelical Lutheran theology and evangelical Reformed theology. Chapter 1 describes sanctification from a Reformed and Lutheran perspective and says one must develop an understanding of sanctification that glorifies God through the principles of sola gratia and sola fide. Attention is given to the important contributions of both sides and an approach is proposed that favors the Lutheran position, but with some important insights contributed by Reformed theology. Chapter 2 begins with an analysis of Luther's theology in general and sanctification in particular. It continues to investigate some important modern, evangelical Lutherans who represent a justification-based sanctification grounded in a theology of the cross. Chapter 3 examines Calvin's theology in general and sanctification in particular. It continues to investigate some important modern evangelical Reformed theologians who present a more progression-focused sanctification that is grounded in union with Christ. Chapter 4 addresses the relevant biblical text of Romans 6 used by theologians to talk about sanctification. A biblical-theological approach is given that prepares the way for evaluating and proposing a theology of sanctification that is gospel-based. Chapter 5 evaluates the benefits of Lutheran and Reformed approaches while seeking to synthesize insights from both to form a coherent, biblically faithful approach to talking about progression in the doctrine of sanctification.

Ph.D. thesis--Birmingham--University. / En appendice, choix de documents. Bibliogr. p. 209-217.

Thesis (M.A.)--Denver Seminary, 1995. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 196-202).

Thesis (D. Min.)--Western Theological Seminary, 1989. / Selected bibliography: leaves 138-139 ; Bibliography: leaves 140-145.

Thesis (Th.M.)--Calvin Theological Seminary, 2006. / Includes bibliographical references ( leaves 95-99).

Thesis (Th. M.)--Calvin Theological Seminary, 2006. / Abstract. Includes bibliographical references ( leaves 95-99).