Daily Archives: October 11, 2025

White Paper: The Dynamics and Policy Implications of Locked Religious Councils

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract This paper examines the practice—found across history and faith traditions—of religious councils being sequestered or “locked in” until a unanimous or majority consensus is reached on doctrinal or disciplinary matters. Such procedures, whether literal or symbolic, aim to ensure … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Evaluating the Appropriateness of Adapted Melodies in Sacred Music — A Biblicist Framework for Church Song Selection

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

I. Introduction Music in Christian worship occupies a central role in expressing faith, teaching doctrine, and uniting believers in praise. Yet, as the church encounters a vast treasury of musical works from diverse origins—folk tunes, national anthems, and secular compositions—questions … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Hidden Congregation: Understanding Webcast Viewers as the Invisible Audience

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Webcasting has transformed communication, worship, education, and performance into digital experiences that transcend geography. Yet, the viewers of webcasts—often dispersed, unseen, and unacknowledged—form a hidden audience whose relationship to the event they observe remains under-theorized. This white paper examines … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) Through the Lens of Pardes

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract This white paper explores the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) using the Pardes method of biblical interpretation—Peshat (literal), Remez (hint/allegory), Derash (homiletic/midrashic), and Sod (mystical/hidden). Each level unveils dimensions of meaning that connect agricultural joy, historical memory, prophetic hope, and … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Levels of Development in Biblicism: Stages of Growth Toward God’s Ways

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Biblicism, properly understood, is not merely a commitment to the authority of Scripture, but a living process of transformation through the Word of God. This white paper explores the levels of spiritual development within biblicism—how engagement with Scripture … Continue reading →

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