Daily Archives: June 28, 2025

White Paper: The New Testament Church in Light of the Greek Ekklesia and the Old Testament Congregation of Israel

Posted on June 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract This white paper examines the New Testament concept of the Church (ekklesia) in light of its historical and theological roots in both Greek political usage and the Old Testament depiction of the “congregation of Israel.” By exploring how the … Continue reading →

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White Paper: “From Prophetic Witness to Private Piety: A Critical Examination of Pietism in the Churches of God and the Legacy of Herbert W. Armstrong”

Posted on June 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The Churches of God that trace their lineage to the Worldwide Church of God (WCG) exhibit a marked pietism that often emphasizes private morality, personal Bible study, and Sabbath observance while avoiding engagement with political and governmental institutions. … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Legal and Business Knowledge Gaps Among Social Media Influencers and the Resulting Vulnerabilities to the Streaming Community

Posted on June 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The rapid rise of the social media influencer economy—fueled by platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and OnlyFans—has created a powerful new class of digital entrepreneurs. Yet many of these influencers operate without formal legal or business … Continue reading →

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