Critical-theological Essay #2
5 pts. due 10/7 by 11:55 pm. Late papers will not be accepted.

I. General Requirements

This short paper is an exercise in analysis, synthesis, explanation, and exposition. Students are arguing a thesis and then providing evidence from the text to support it. Key terms and ideas should be thoughtfully considered since not everything in Powell or other sources can be addressed or treated. Content for the paper is to be based on course texts and class lectures, course videos, the Bible, and Powell’s text. Outside sources, textual or the Internet are not required. It is also expected that proper citation in Chicago style is used. Please select one of the questions below and answer:

1. Compare and contrast the portrayal of Jesus in Mark and Matthew? What are the similarities and differences that matter most?
2. Do Mark and Matthew understand faith or discipleship the same way? Explain

II. USM Learning Outcomes particular to TH 260 for assessment:

Demonstrate the ability to investigate and assess information to develop knowledge.
Demonstrate the ability to use, integrate, analyze, and interpret complex information and connect theory and practice to draw new and perceptive conclusions.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information from disparate sources, to transform information into meaningful knowledge to solve or accept complex issues.
Demonstrate the ability to use English language conventions accurately to construct coherent written and oral arguments.