Monthly Archives: August 2025

White Paper: Two Sticks, One Covenant: A Biblical-Theological Examination of Israel and Judah Under the Same Divine Standard

Posted on August 16, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Throughout the biblical narrative, Israel and Judah—once united under a single monarchy—are portrayed as distinct entities, yet bound together under one covenant with God. Ezekiel’s vision of the two sticks (Ezek 37:15–28) symbolizes their eventual reunification, but the prophetic … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Faithless Israel, Treacherous Judah, and the Covenant Call: A Biblical-Theological Analysis of Jeremiah 3 in Light of the Law of God, the Sabbath Covenant, and Apostasy Imagery

Posted on August 16, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Jeremiah 3 stands as a pivotal prophetic indictment, contrasting the responses of the northern kingdom (Israel) and the southern kingdom (Judah) to covenant obligations under God’s law. This paper explores the chapter in its historical and theological context, considering … Continue reading →

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White Paper: “Physician, Heal Thyself” — A Biblical Principle for Self-Examination Before Calling for Change

Posted on August 15, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The proverb “Physician, heal thyself” appears in Luke 4:23, attributed to Jesus as a common saying He anticipates His listeners will direct toward Him. This aphorism functions as both a cultural idiom and a moral principle: those who … Continue reading →

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White Paper: “A Dog Returns to Its Vomit” and “A Pig Returns to the Mire” — Peter’s Metaphor in Biblical and Ancient Literary Context

Posted on August 15, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary In 2 Peter 2:22, the apostle closes a sharp denunciation of apostate teachers with two vivid images: “The dog returns to its own vomit, and the sow, after washing herself, returns to wallow in the mire.” These paired … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Noun–Verb Conversion and Verb–Noun Conversion in Contemporary English: Processes and Cross-Linguistic Comparison

Posted on August 14, 2025 by nathanalbright

1. Introduction The phenomenon by which nouns become verbs and verbs become nouns is an enduring feature of English, but its scope and fluidity have accelerated in contemporary usage. This paper examines: The linguistic mechanisms that enable conversion (also called … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Psychological Dynamics of Ex-Member Hostility Toward Faith Traditions

Posted on August 14, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This paper examines the psychological and social mechanisms that can drive certain former members of religious organizations, specifically the United Church of God (UCG) and related Sabbatarian Church of God traditions, to engage in persistent online criticism or … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Between Identities: The Insecurity and Anxiety of Transitioning from One Identity to Another

Posted on August 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Identity is not a static possession but an evolving construct shaped by personal experiences, social roles, and cultural recognition. Transitions between identities—whether in terms of class, profession, nationality, culture, or other defining aspects—often bring a profound sense of … Continue reading →

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White Paper: A Comparative Trade Background of the Bingleys and the Gardiners in Pride and Prejudice

Posted on August 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice contains subtle but important economic and social cues about the trade backgrounds of two key families: the Bingleys and the Gardiners. While both families have commercial roots, Austen uses differences in generational distance … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Compulsions of Artistic Self-Expression: Implications for Mental Health and Relationships

Posted on August 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Artists are often driven by an internal compulsion to express themselves—a need so strong that it can shape their identity, priorities, and social bonds. While self-expression can serve as a form of catharsis and meaning-making, it also carries … Continue reading →

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White Paper: “Just Between Us”: The Persistent yet Elusive Desire for Private Resolution in Songwriting

Posted on August 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Throughout popular music, from soul ballads to country duets, one recurring lyrical plea stands out: the longing to resolve conflict or misunderstanding privately—“just between you and me,” “let’s keep this between us,” “we can work it out ourselves.” … Continue reading →

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