Criteria

Articulation

The essay clearly articulates a chosen position by answering the essay prompt fully.

Biblical

Beliefs and

Support

• The essay contains 2 specific theological beliefs which are clearly provided and presented in biblical doctrine. • Adequate biblical and theological support are evident. • selected Bible passages are skillfully used to support the view and unity of theological doctrine.

Narrative of Scripture and Major Arguments

in Scripture

· Much attention is givto how these beliefs unfold through the narrative of Scripture, and the unity and coherence of Scripture is demonstrated.

· The essay demonstrates an obvious awareness of the major arguments in Scripture.

Application

· Application is evident and biblical material is connected to a contemporary context.

· Implications of the unof Christian doctrine are clearly demonstrated.

Criteria

Introduction and

Conclusion

• Introduction demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of the subject matter and proposes a topic appropriate for a paper of this length. • conclusion clearly summarizes the essay in a statement that brings the various points together in support of the essay’s established view.

Word Count

The required word count

(600–1,000 words) is met.

Mechanics and

Formatting

• No to very few grammatical, syntactical, and spelling errors are

included.

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