: A theological essay presents a cogent and coherent case for a particular position in a given theological issue. The essay should demonstrate extensive knowledge of the subject area, including areas...

: A theological essay presents a cogent and coherent case for a particular position in a given theological issue. The essay should demonstrate extensive knowledge of the subject area, including areas of controversy, varied opinion, and difficulty. Moreover, it should provide evidence of critical analysis, as options are surveyed analytically with their strengths and weakness made relevant to the topic at hand. The student should demonstrate an awareness of the historical development of the doctrine, with particularly significant moments/events drawn out for critique and analysis. Engagement with both Scripture and theological works of varying perspectives is essential. Moreover, there should be an element of creativity, as answers and positions are not simply regurgitated from source material but relayed in a manner which reflects the student’s unique convictions and competence. There must be four sources utilized in your paper besides your textbook and the paper shall be footnoted according to the latest version of Kate Turabian. Any paper submitted without footnotes or bibliography will receive an “F” for not following instructions.