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White Paper: A Biblicist Political and Social Commentary on the Book of Malachi

Posted on November 8, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The Book of Malachi stands as the final prophetic message of the Old Testament, marking the transition between prophetic revelation and the silence preceding the coming of John the Baptist. It offers not merely a theological rebuke but … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Earliest Megaprojects in History and the Iron Law of Megaprojects in Early Civilization

Posted on November 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The history of human civilization is inseparable from its monumental undertakings—grand constructions that mobilized entire societies, reshaped economies, and defined the power of empires. From the pyramids of Egypt to the Great Wall of China, from Mesopotamian canals … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Political Psychology in Light of Biblical Principles

Posted on November 5, 2025 by nathanalbright

I. Introduction Political psychology, as a discipline, explores how human thought, emotion, and behavior shape political life. When examined through a biblicist lens, however, the field must reckon with a deeper reality: that politics is not merely a contest of … Continue reading →

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Course Design Document: Critical Thinking and Logic for Adults (PAK 104)

Posted on November 1, 2025 by nathanalbright

Credit Hours: 3 Program: Certificate in Practical Adult Knowledge and Competence (CPAK) Course Level: Post-secondary, Adult Education Delivery Mode: Hybrid / Online / In-person Duration: 12 weeks (adaptable to 8-week intensive) Prerequisites: None Instructor Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in … Continue reading →

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The Justice and Mercy of God in the Psalms of David

Posted on October 26, 2025 by nathanalbright

[Note:  This is the prepared text for a split sermon given to the Portland, Oregon congregation on Sabbath, October 25, 2025.] Part I: The Righteous Anger of the Imprecatory Psalms Introduction: The Tension of Mercy and Judgment Many believers today … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Expanding the Swiss Cheese Model Beyond Airplane Crash Investigations

Posted on October 17, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract The Swiss cheese model, originally developed by psychologist James Reason to analyze human and systemic errors in aviation safety, has evolved into a foundational framework for understanding complex failures across multiple layers of defense. This white paper explores the … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Unfortunate Anonymity of Little River Band—and the Struggle Over the Legitimacy of Its Identity

Posted on October 16, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive summary Little River Band (LRB) had one of the strongest U.S. chart runs by any Australian act in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Yet in 2025, many casual listeners know the hits but cannot reliably connect them to … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Receivership Crisis of the 1970s and the Worldwide Church of God: A Study in Religious Governance, Civil Authority, and Institutional Autonomy

Posted on October 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The receivership crisis that engulfed the Worldwide Church of God (WCG) in the late 1970s stands as one of the most consequential church-state confrontations in modern American religious history. Sparked by allegations of financial impropriety and institutional mismanagement, … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Designing a Justice System for a Church or Community Based on Exodus 18 and 1 Corinthians 6

Posted on October 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This white paper proposes a biblically grounded framework for a church or faith-based community justice system modeled on Exodus 18—where Moses appoints capable men to judge smaller matters—and 1 Corinthians 6, where Paul commands believers to resolve disputes … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Silence in the Law: How the Erosion of Legal Discourse Signals Institutional Decay and the Risk of Social Collapse

Posted on October 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This paper argues that a sustained decline in critical commentary, scholarly writing, and public debate around law (legislation, jurisprudence, constitutional theory) can function as a leading indicator of weakening legal institutions and social cohesion. The “silence of law” … Continue reading →

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