Dmin 810 comparing and contrasting models paper assignment instru

1. DMIN 810
Comparing and Contrasting Models Paper Assignment
Instructions
Overview
This assignment will demonstrate your ability to analyze a
specific argument made by two different authors and provide an
argument for which position you believe to be most biblical.
Instructions
After having read the books Deep & Wide and Prodigal Church,
compare and contrast the philosophies presented in those books.
After comparing and contrasting the books, present a case (a
written argument) for which approach you believe is most
biblical and which approach you prefer.
This paper must be between 1500 & 3000 words. Be sure the
paper includes a cover page, contents page, first-level headings,
and bibliography.
The paper must demonstrate analytical thinking and an
understanding of the biblical concepts.
Be careful not to get lost in the historical backgrounds of the
authors. Read these books and try to find where they overlap
and the theological implications of their position for the Sunday
morning church gathering.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the
Turnitin plagiarism tool.

2. DMIN 810
Comparing and Contrasting Models Paper Grading Rubric
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Content 70%
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Introduction
23 – 25 points
Introduction contains a clear concise thesis statement. The
introduction acutely represents the content given in the rest of
the paper.
21 – 22 points
Introduction contains a thesis statement. The introduction
generally represents the content given in the rest of the paper.
1 – 20 points
Introduction does not contain a clear concise thesis statement.
The introduction does not generally represent the content given
in the rest of the paper.
0 points
Main Body
82 – 90 points
Key points of comparisons are made utilizing obvious
contextual examples from each book. The comparisons
demonstrate analytical thinking and go beyond generalities.
Key points of contrasts are made utilizing obvious examples
from each book. The contrasts demonstrate analytical thinking
and go beyond generalities.
A personal position is clearly stated and then supported by
Scripture, reason, and other scholars. Concepts are based on the
contextual interpretation of Scripture. Scripture is not merely
provided as support for various point, but the main ideas of the

3. paper a drawn from Scripture. Paper addresses key issues
insightfully. Varying viewpoints are considered, analyzed, and
treated. The analysis is thorough. Various biblical passages are
utilized.
75 – 81 points
Points of comparisons are made utilizing examples from each
book. At times these comparisons are specific and on point, at
other times, they are too broad and general.
Points of contrasts are made utilizing examples from each book.
At times these comparisons are specific and on point, at other
times, they are too broad and general.
A personal position is stated. Paper addresses ideas broadly.
Paper generally only interacts with like-minded sources and
presents one general viewpoint. The analysis is one-sided.
Biblical passages are cited consistently in support of the ideas
presented. Paper develops conclusions rooted in Scripture.
1 – 74 points
Comparison is far too general. Examples from the books are
unclear or missing.
Contrast is far too general. Examples from the books are unclear
or missing.
Unclear if a personal position is taken or the paper does not
develop or support that position. Paper does not address key
issues insightfully. A clear viewpoint and analysis is not
developed. Biblical passages are not cited. Paper does not
develop conclusions rooted in Scripture.
0 points
Conclusion
23 – 25 points
Conclusion offers an effective summary of issues treated in the
paper. The conclusion offers suggestions for further study.
21 – 22 points
Conclusion offers a general summary of issues treated in the
paper. The conclusion does not offer suggestions for further
study.

4. 1 – 20 points
Conclusion does not offer a general summary of issues treated
in the paper. The conclusion does not offer suggestions for
further study.
0 points
Structure 30%
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Structure & Style
55 – 60 points
All required components are provided, and minimum word
counts are met.
Transitions between paragraphs are clear. Only minor grammar
errors are occasionally present. Sentences are complete, clear,
and concise. Sentences are well developed and connect
logically.
Turabian formatting is followed. Front matter and any back
matter are properly formatted. Proper bold headings are utilized
throughout paper. Paper has proper margins, is double-spaced in
12 pt. Times New Roman font, and utilizes footnotes and a
bibliography.
50 – 54 points
All required components are provided, and minimum word
counts are met.
Transitions between paragraphs are generally clear. A few
spelling or grammar errors are present. Sentences are generally
complete, clear, and concise.
Some formatting errors exist, but Turabian is evidentially
followed. Headings are utilized throughout most of the paper.
Paper has proper margins, is double-spaced in 12 pt. Times New
Roman font, and uses Turabian formatting.
1 – 49 points

5. Some required components are missing in some categories.
Minimum word counts are not met.
Transitions between paragraphs are generally unclear. Headings
are not utilized. Paper does not have proper margins, is not
double-spaced in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, or is Turabian
formatting is not evidentially followed.
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete
or unclear.
0 points