Papers by Lorinda Roberts
JOHN WESLEY’S FORMATIVE READING OF SCRIPTURE AS AN APPLICABLE MODEL FOR FAMILY DISCIPLESHIP Lorin... more JOHN WESLEY’S FORMATIVE READING OF SCRIPTURE AS AN APPLICABLE MODEL FOR FAMILY DISCIPLESHIP Lorinda Lewis Roberts, D.Ed.Min. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2018 Faculty Supervisor: Dr. Joseph C. Harrod This thesis examines John Wesley’s formative reading of Scripture and its usefulness as an effective model for family discipleship. Chapter 1 gives an overview of the need for resources related to family discipleship. Wesley’s writings provide a wealth of information about Scripture reading. In particular, the thesis presents Wesley’s formative reading of Scripture as an applicable model for parents involved in family discipleship in the home. Chapter 2 presents the influences on Wesley writings. Wesley’s parents had an impact on the shaping of his understanding of Scripture. His sisters, his education, and the writings of many influenced Wesley. Also, his audiences themselves shaped Wesley’s writings. Chapter 3 offers Wesley’s teachings related to the reading of Scripture...
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Papers by Lorinda Roberts