This dissertation argues for the hope that is found in G. C. Berkouwer’s
doctrines of providence and bodily resurrection in relation to the terrorist attack
on September 11, 2001, and the rising pervasiveness of the doctrine of hyperpreterism
among American Reformed circles.
In Part I of the dissertation, Berkouwer’s doctrine of providence is
explained and then evaluated and applied. By way of explanation and
exposition, Berkouwer’s knowledge of providence is examined, along with his
theology of providence in sustenance and government, in relation to miracles,
and the dilemma of the existence of God and evil. Following that is an
evaluation and application of the doctrine to the 9/11 terrorist attack on America.
In Part II, a theological/doctrinal study is undertaken concerning the
doctrine of resurrection. Hyper-preterism is examined, along with its leading
proponents, and placed into interaction with Berkouwer’s views of the doctrine
of the physical resurrection of the body at the eschaton. / Theology / M.Th. (Philosophy & Systematic Theology)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/3645 |
| Date | 06 1900 |
| Creators | Loomis, Van L. |
| Contributors | Veldsman,D.P. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online (v, 123 leaves) |
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