The biblical and theological examination of prosperity theology

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Chapter 1: What is Prosperity Theology?
• The Biblical Perspective
• The Theological Perspective
• The Historical Perspective
• Chapter 2: Prosperity Theology's Impact on the Poor
• The Socio-Economic Context
• The Theological Implications
• The Practical Implications
• Chapter 3: A Biblical and Theological Critique of Prosperity Theology
• Hermeneutical Problems
• Theological Problems
• Ethical Problems
• Chapter 4: Towards a Responsible Theology of Poverty
• The Gospel and Poverty
• The Church's Role in Poverty Alleviation
• Practical Strategies for Ministry to the Poor

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis aims to explore the biblical and theological foundations of prosperity theology, examining its impact on impoverished communities in Namibia. The study seeks to identify the strengths and weaknesses of this theological approach and propose alternative ways of understanding and addressing poverty from a biblical and theological perspective.

• Biblical and theological analysis of prosperity theology
• Impact of prosperity theology on the poor in Namibia
• Critique of prosperity theology's hermeneutics, theology, and ethics
• Developing a responsible theology of poverty grounded in Scripture
• Exploring the church's role in poverty alleviation and ministry to the poor

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter 1 examines the concept of prosperity theology, exploring its biblical, theological, and historical roots. Chapter 2 investigates the impact of prosperity theology on impoverished communities in Namibia, considering the social, economic, and theological implications. Chapter 3 offers a critical analysis of prosperity theology, highlighting its hermeneutical, theological, and ethical problems. Chapter 4 proposes a responsible theology of poverty, drawing upon Scripture to guide the church's response to poverty and the ministry to the poor.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Prosperity theology, poverty, Namibia, biblical theology, theological critique, hermeneutics, ethics, gospel, church, ministry to the poor, poverty alleviation.