Papers by Nathan G . Trommler
“Belong to Believe or Believe to Belong”: A Theological Reflection of Celtic vs Roman Methods of Church Planting and Spirituality, 2022
This is a paper which undertakes a critical comparison of the so-called Roman vis-a-vis Celtic me... more This is a paper which undertakes a critical comparison of the so-called Roman vis-a-vis Celtic methods of evangelistic outreach and church planting/discipleship. It offers a short history of both and offers constructive appropriation and application of the Celtic model for more effective Christianizing of post-Christian Western culture. Much of the language and competing M.O. are base on the missiological work of: Hunter III, George G. The Celtic Way of Evangelism: How Evangelism Can Reach the West...Again. Revised Ed. Nashville: Abingodon, 2010.
Renaissance Ressourcement to Reformational Rebirth: A Study of Heinrich Bullinger’s Use of Patristic Literature for Modern Reformation , 2023
This works seeks to address one influential factor in the thought of the so-called greatest forgo... more This works seeks to address one influential factor in the thought of the so-called greatest forgotten reformer: Heinrich Bullinger. This papers primary intention is to demonstrate the way the retrieval of patristic thought--nestled within the pre-enlightenment notion of humanism and historically known as the Renaissance--was so important to ecclesiastical renewal/reformation. The axiom of "Ad fontes" is what is primarily addressed as it shaped the work and works of this important reformer. Some practical outworking is then considered in conclusion.
This research paper provides a detailed account of the immediate context of the evangelist John's... more This research paper provides a detailed account of the immediate context of the evangelist John's Gospel as it relates to his use of shepherding imagery. Furthermore, analysis is offered explaining more of the Old Testament background in Ezekiel's prophecy of which Jesus is drawing upon for his listener's benefit. Lastly, this article demonstrates key trinitarian impulses that shape the importance of this passage for further discussions about Jesus own claim to divine equality with the Father.
This paper undertakes the oft quoted, but equally misunderstood use of the evangelist John's use ... more This paper undertakes the oft quoted, but equally misunderstood use of the evangelist John's use of logos in his preface to his gospel account. There is much space given to accounting for the rich Old Testament imagery which the evangelist employs. This along with key ideas about how the proposed chiastic structure of the prologue is centering the readership's view on key themes which culminate or climax in Jesus' identity as the logos who brings the light and life of God into the world.
Thesis Chapters by Nathan G . Trommler
This is a reworked part of my Master's Thesis on B.B. Warfield's Progressive Orthodoxy. This pape... more This is a reworked part of my Master's Thesis on B.B. Warfield's Progressive Orthodoxy. This paper undertakes a discussion on the theological, philosophical, and historical conditions and influences of the nineteenth century which shaped the notion of organicism or developmental theories in history, theology, and philosophy which shaped the landscape of thought during this period.
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Papers by Nathan G . Trommler
Thesis Chapters by Nathan G . Trommler