Doctrine Paper Biblical & Theological Research Religion Research Paper

Part Two: Biblical Research (Paper Preparation) (10 Points)
Make a list of all the passages related to your topic that you intend to at least reference in your paper
1) List and write out the verses you intend to reference in your paper.
2) Give a simple summary of what the Bible teaches about your chosen topic based on your chosen Bible passages. This must be at least twenty sentences.
***Note: Submit these two assignments together...on May 2.

Assignment Due on May 2, 2020
Part Three: Theological Research (Paper Preparation) -- 15 Points
Now it is time to gather and selectively read helpful theological sources on your doctrinal topic. Journal articles within Lutheran scholarship can be searched here (Links to an external site.) (type in keywords related to your topic in the search field at the top). You might also check out graduate papers or essays written by someone with a theological education, like a pastor or seminary professor.
Once you have selected your sources create your annotated bibliography (aka “Works Cited”) following MLA (Links to an external site.) format. As you read, make sure that you annotate your bibliography. Take notes! Summarize and analyze the content in each source, citing the page numbers. This will make writing your paper much easier later.
Find at least three studies that have been conducted on your topic. Online sources, as well as books and magazines, are acceptable. Write a paragraph summarizing what the other sources beyond the Bible say about your topic. Compare and contrast the differences between these findings and what you discovered in your Bible study. Ten sentences minimum per source.
Theology is not a merely academic discipline. We do not research theological issues simply to answer abstract questions. Christian theology is a practical discipline – it is meant to be applied. We are to use the theological insights that have been found” (Called to Believe, Teach, and Confess p. 18). Write a paragraph explaining how your research on your topic applies to God’s people in real life. Twenty sentences minimum.
（I need a research paper base on this and both two things above. The two things above are due May 2nd).

Assignment Due on April 29,2020
Part Two: Biblical Research (Paper Preparation) (10 Points)
Make a list of all the passages related to your topic that you intend to at least reference in your paper
1) List and write out the verses you intend to reference in your paper.
2) Give a simple summary of what the Bible teaches about your chosen topic based on your chosen Bible passages. This must be at least twenty sentences.
***Note: Submit these two assignments together...on May 2.
Assignment Due on May 2,2020
Part Three: Theological Research (Paper Preparation) --15 Points
Now it is time to gather and selectively read helpful theological sources on your doctrinal topic. Journal articles within Lutheran scholarship can be searched here c? (type in keywords related to your topic in the search field at the top). You might also check out graduate papers or essays written by someone with a theological education, like a pastor or seminary professor.
Once you have selected your sources create your annotated bibliography (aka "Works Cited") following MLAc? format. As you read, make sure that you annotate your bibliography. Take notes! Summarize and analyze the content in each source, citing the page numbers. This will make writing your paper much easier later.
Find at least three studies that have been conducted on your topic. Online sources, as well as books and magazines, are acceptable. Write a paragraph summarizing what the other sources beyond the Bible say about your topic. Compare and contrast the differences between these findings and what you discovered in your Bible study. Ten sentences minimum per source.
Theology is not a merely academic discipline. We do not research theological issues simply to answer abstract questions. Christian theology is a practical discipline - it is meant to be applied. We are to use the theological insights that have been found” (Called to Believe, Teach, and Confess p. 18). Write a paragraph explaining how your research on your topic applies to God’s people in real life. Twenty sentences minimum.

Having gathered the relevant biblical materials and theological materials, we next begin to organize the materials into a coherent whole. In this step you will create a robust outline of your paper. Follow the skeletal pattern below as you create your outline:
I. Introduction -- Write a creative introduction to your topic that captures attention and interest. Briefly discuss the significance of the topic in general and its importance for you personally. Finish the introduction with your well-written thesis statement.
A. Thesis Statement - This summarizes the main argument of your paper in a single sentence. This should generally be the last sentence in your Introduction. A well-crafted thesis contains each main point of your argument in a concise, compound sentence. Spend some time here making sure your thesis is solid.
II. Main Point #1 - Start your second paragraph with your first main point.
A. Supporting Details from Scripture
B. Supporting Details from Theological Research
III. Main Point #2
A. Supporting Details from Scripture
B. Supporting Details from Theological Research
IV. Main Points #3, #4, etc. in the same format as #1 and #2
V. Refute a Counter-argument. At some point within your paper it will be good to acknowledge and refute a heterodox view on your doctrinal topic. Use primarily Scripture to do this, drawing from theological support only as it supports clear usage of biblical passages.
VI. Conclusion - Briefly restate your main points that support your thesis. Do not include any new ideas here. The best conclusions bring the Introduction full circle.