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Application Paper Instructions

Compose a 3-page double-spaced paper that addresses how the principles that you have learned throughout this course can be applied to your understanding of what it means to be a Christian.

NOTE: You must choose a topic from the list of approved topics (see the “Application Paper Topics” document).

TOPIC: Miracles and Prophecy

As you respond to the prompt, reflect on the concepts that you have learned throughout the course, and apply them to your specific topic (Topic: Miracles and Prophecy). Be sure to integrate the information that you learned through the textbook readings, the assigned article readings, the lecture videos, and any other related content that you may have encountered during the course. Your paper must also:

1. Describe the course concepts that are related to your topic, demonstrating your reflection and analysis. Do not simply summarize what was presented in the course.

2. Demonstrate real ownership of the ideas that you present by providing unique insight as evidence of your careful consideration of the topic.

3. Provide a logical link between the description of the concepts from the course and the conclusions or implications that you draw in your reflection. In other words, your conclusion should be logically derived from the application of the course concepts to the description of your topic.

4. Demonstrate learning initiative by exploring conclusions and implications beyond the boundaries of your classroom discussion.

5. Focus on depth of understanding, rather than breadth of coverage.

Format your paper in a Microsoft Word document using current APA, or MLA. Review the Application Paper Grading Rubric to see the specific grading criteria by which you will be evaluated before submitting your paper.

Structure your paper in the following format (See the “Application Paper Template” document):

I. Introduction (1 paragraph introducing the 2 topics/doctrines that you will address)

II. Part One (first topic: approximately 1 page)

a. Theological Definition

b. Biblical Foundation

c. Practical Application

III. Part Two (second topic: approximately 1 page)

a. Theological Definition

b. Biblical Foundation

c. Practical Application

IV. Conclusion (1 paragraph summarizing your areas of progression in Christian thought)

Application Paper Template

As an example of the paper template, if writing on the topic of Angels and Demons, the paper should be structured as follows:

Introduction

Angels

Theological Definition: Angels

Biblical Foundation: Angels

Practical Application: Angels

Demons

Theological Definition: Demons

Biblical Foundation: Demons

Practical Application: Demons

Conclusion

Application Paper Grading Rubric

Criteria	Points Possible	Points Earned
Content: Does the paper cover the subject as thoroughly as possible? Are 2 topics covered? Does it demonstrate a personal understanding of the subject?	0 to 75 points
Introduction: Is there a clear introductory paragraph with a thesis?	0 to 10 points
Structure: Are there headings provided for each section?	0 to 10 points
Conclusion: Is a concluding paragraph given?	0 to 10 points
Mechanics: Is paper free of glaring errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation and is it posted by the deadline?	0 to 30 points
Format: Is the paper formatted using current APA, MLA, or Turabian style (whichever corresponds to your degree program)?	0 to 15 points
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