College of Theology: Recent submissions
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Wolfhart Pannenberg: History as the validation of faith in the historical Jesus
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2007)One of the most significant developments in the Quest for the Historical Jesus is the continuing challenge posed by Lessing's ditch between faith and history or Bultmann's impasse on fact and significance. This timeless ... -
Coping with death, separation and loss
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2006)Grief is a normal process to a loss of a person (loved one), thing (precious possession) or relationships (friends, pets) for which we have cared deeply. Our goal is not to avoid grief but to deal with it wisely and ... -
On ancient myths, religion and modernity with focus on the Filipino
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2006)Ancient myths, religion and modernity spoken within the context of sociology and anthropology will primarily disable the inclusion of the Christian tenets within the preliminary discussions. This inclusion will be done on ... -
The implications of the Pauline Theology of ΠΤΩΧΌΣ (PTOCHOS) and ΠΤΩΧΕΊΑ (PTOCHEIA) to the contemporary understanding of POOR and POVERTY among the deacons of the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches in the Province of Iloilo
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2006)The researcher recapitulates theological concepts gleaned from Paul’s theology of πτωχός and πτωχεία based on the above exegesis of selected passages (Galatians 2:10, Romans 15:26-27, 2 Corinthians 8:1-2, 9). -
From multilateralism to ethics: The transformation of a practice
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2006)The “ethical demand,” if not religio-moral imperative, that intrudes from the theory and practice of “multilateralism,” has never been as important as it is today. Multilateralism itself, understood especially as a ... -
Local governance vs. centralization: The case of pastors in the CPBC
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)This research endeavor seeks to determine preferences of CPBC pastors on local governance versus centralization. Specifically, the objectives of this study are as follows: 1) To determine the profile of the pastors ... -
Nature religion, people's religion and universal religion: Classification of religion
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)The history of humanity shows that it is human nature to depend on a greater power that demonstrates control over the human race. This tendency to recognize the existence of a supernatural power governing the universe leads ... -
Information technology: In the service of God’s people. Really?
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)It is wise for a student of Information Technology to learn from the legacy of Enlightenment. This Enlightenment period spawned the era of modernization, which led to global exploration, and eventually caused the Information ... -
Come, let us create and recreate humans: A paper about genetic engineering
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)The term “genetic engineering” encapsulates people’s fear regarding future of science, since it is seen as having the potential to manipulate human nature. For some it is “playing God” in the most objectionable of ways. ... -
National situationer: Roots of conflict and unpeace in the Philippines
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)Our topic, National Situationer: Roots of Conflict and Unpeace in the Philippines clearly asserts in itself (which I hope all of us can agree) the presence of conflict and unpeace (and it is not saying directly whether ... -
On truth, propaganda, and lies in Philippine politics
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)Is there any biblico-theological frame of reference wherein the issues prompted by the title above could be assessed of its value? -
R.P. Christianity: “Being Christian” and “being corrupt”
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)When we entered the month of September 2003 almost all Filipinos around the world were shocked by the international news that the Philippines ranked 11th in the list of the most corrupt countries in the world and 3rd in ... -
Philippine Christianity and corruption
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)There are many instances when I have seen corruption to pay, the culprits getting away with their conduct and somehow gaining by it. No matter that they have committed an immorality, just as long as some cost has been cut, ... -
The role of the Church on the present Philippine society
(Institute of Advanced Theological Studies (IATS) and College of Theology, 2005)On January 19, 2000, College of Theology Students and Faculty/Staff members participated in the Central Philippine University Indignation Rally; and in the afternoon, they marched from Central Philippine University to ... -
Managing faith resources
(Convention Baptist Ministers’ Association, Inc., 2003)This volume, Managing Faith Resources, offers a variety of published and unpublished works mostly coming from the CBMA membership. Most of these theological resources are not yet disseminated to the CBMA members. Moreover, ... -
Revisiting faith resources
(Halad Prints Collective, 2002)This volume serves as a guide for the CBMA 61st Annual Assembly. This is a new and big breakthrough in the life of our association. We hope that this will serve as a reference for pastors in their ministry; and as a challenge ... -
A moving faith: Life and ministry of Pastor Rodolfo Palmerola Acosta
(College of Theology, Central Philippine University, 2002)""A Moving Faith" appropriately describes the life and ministry of Pastor Acosta. His is a faith and life that not only ―move mountains, but move and touch the hearts of people who have encountered him, listened to his ... -
Paul’s leadership style: A model for the 21st century Christians
(Filamer Christian University, 2011)“You may wonder why of all the topics under the sun I have chosen to write about Paul’s leadership style as a model for the 21st century Christian leaders. Let me share with you the reasons. First, as I read the New ... -
Journeys in faith and ministry: Missions, theologies, ministries
(Institute for Advanced Theological Studies, 2003)“The manuscript form of this present volume was formally presented as a Festschrift to Dr. Domingo Diel, Jr. on Monday, May 15, 2000, on the occasion of his retirement as President of Filamer Christian College. In its ... -
Reflections: A collection of sermons and lectures of Rev. Dr. Johnny V. Gumban
(College of Theology, Central Philippine University, 2011)"In an age when much of biblical truth is obscured from view in the church because of its accommodation to the prevailing culture, we need forth‐telling voices that direct us back to the message of the Scriptures. Dr. ...
