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Journal article

One Incarnation, Cosmic Redemption? The Soteriological Status of Intelligent Extraterrestrial Life

Grace, Daniel J.

This article investigates one of the most challenging questions in contemporary Christology and astrotheology: if intelligent extraterrestrial life exists, would the incarnation, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ on Earth be sufficient for their redemption? The study examines biblical theology, patristic theology, conciliar…

Theology, Science & TechnologyView record
Journal article

Beginning with Jesus: Recovering a Christ-Centred Theology in Dialogue with Contemporary Science

Grace, Daniel J.

This article proposes a Christ-centred framework for constructive dialogue between Christian theology and contemporary science. Its central claim is that Christian theology should begin with the person, teaching, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, while scientific inquiry should be respected as the disciplined…

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When Christians Defend Their Image More Than the Truth: Ecclesial Reputation, Accountability, Repentance, and Christian Witness

Grace, Daniel J.

This article examines the theological, ethical, ecclesiological, and pastoral problems that arise when Christian churches and organisations prioritise institutional reputation, public image, leadership platforms, or organisational survival over truth, accountability, justice, and care for those harmed. Drawing upon biblical theology, the prophetic tradition,…

Practical Theology & Public LifeView record
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The Church in an Age of Exhaustion: Christian Faithfulness, Sabbath, Ministry, and Human Limits in a Culture of Constant Activity

Grace, Daniel J.

his article develops a theological and ecclesiological account of exhaustion within contemporary Christian life and ministry. It argues that chronic exhaustion is not merely an individual problem of time management, but is often produced by wider cultural, institutional, technological, and theological assumptions concerning…

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When Christian Influence Becomes More Important Than Christian Witness: Power, Public Theology, Ecclesial Integrity, and Faithfulness in the Digital Age

Grace, Daniel J.

This article examines the growing tendency within contemporary Christianity to treat cultural influence, political access, institutional visibility, and digital reach as primary indicators of ecclesial success. It argues that influence is not inherently opposed to Christian mission but becomes theologically disordered when detached…

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The Geography and Historical Development of the Seven Churches of Revelation

Grace, Daniel J.

This article explores the historical, geographical, cultural, and theological significance of the Seven Churches of Revelation: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Located within the Roman province of Asia in present-day western Turkey, these cities occupied strategic positions along major trade…

Biblical Studies & InterpretationView record
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First Urban Churches in Roman Corinth

Grace, Daniel J.

This article explores the rise of the first urban Christian churches in Corinth during the height of the Roman Empire. It examines how Christianity emerged within one of the ancient world’s most cosmopolitan and commercially powerful cities, shaped by trade, migration, social inequality,…

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