Brisk Writers

Category: Bible and Theology

  • Title: The Significance of Baptism in the Gospels and the Debate Surrounding the Genealogies of Matthew and Luke Part 1: After reading the article on Baptism from IVP’s Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels

    For this week’s dialogue, please respond to the prompt
    stated below.
    Select one of the articles below from IVP’s Dictionary of
    Jesus and the Gospels:
    Baptism
    Part 1.
    Read the attached article (Baptism from IVP’s Dictionary
    of Jesus and the Gospels). In a developed paragraph, present to the class two
    or three interesting and valuable pieces of information that you learned from
    the article that you read (so that we can learn collectively).
    Word count is 150 words minimum.
    Part 2.
    Answer the prompt question below based on your reading (cite
    your textbook or outside sources). Write developed paragraphs, incorporating
    specific detail, 3rd person, and cohesiveness (making sure that each sentence
    relates to the topic sentence).
    Word count is 150 words minimum.
    Prompt question:
    What are the main differences
    between the genealogies of Matthew and Luke and what are some possible
    solutions to the problem of two different genealogies?
    Mention verse references that support your thoughts.
    Citation Style:
    Turabian
    One or more sources are required.
    Do not use a web address.

  • Title: Understanding the Gospels: A Closer Look at the Good News In reading the assigned article, “Gospel (Good News),” I learned that the term “gospel” comes from the Greek word “euangelion” which

    Read the attached articles – Gospel (Good News).
    And select one of the prompt questions below:
    Why do we have four Gospels instead of one?
    What are the Synoptic Gospels and how do they differ from John’s gospel?
    What does it mean to read the Gospels “vertically” or “horizontally”? Include the benefits.
    First, read the assigned article (attached). 
    In a developed paragraph, present to the class two or three interesting and valuable pieces of information that you learned from the article that you read (so that we can learn collectively). 
    Second, choose and answer one of the prompt questions above based on your reading (cite your textbook or outside sources). Write developed paragraphs, incorporating specific detail, 3rd person, and cohesiveness (making sure that each sentence relates to the topic sentence). See the rubric requirements for grading guidelines (total word count for #1 and #2 above is 300 word minimum).