Papers by Sampson Nwaomah
Journal of the Adventist Theological Society 32/1-2 (2021), 2021
This study explores the structural and functional value of tαῦτα in 1Timothy and its possible co... more This study explores the structural and functional value of tαῦτα in 1Timothy and its possible contribution to the understanding and interpretation of the unit of 1 Tim 5:17-25.
The American Journal of Biblical Theology 23, no.43 (2022): 1-17, 2022
This paper is an exegetical study of 1 Peter 3:18-22. It investigates the nature of the spirits i... more This paper is an exegetical study of 1 Peter 3:18-22. It investigates the nature of the spirits in prison, what kind of prison they are in and what constitutes Christ preaching to them. The paper concludes that the text moves from Jesus' death, resurrection, ascension, and triumph over evil spirits. Therefore, the "spirits in prison" are best understood to be evil angels who have always been at work, but Peter emphasizes their work in the generation that lived before the flood. The prison represents a state of awaiting judgment and Jesus' proclamation is that of victory and exaltation over them which was accomplished at the cross and validated at this resurrection.
The Bible, the Spirit of Prophecy and Christian Experience, eds., A. F. Adetunji, Philemon O. Amanze and Mobalanle E. Sotunsa (Ibadan: Positive Press, 2022), 148-164., 2022
This paper surveys the concept of Steward Leadership and examines how this concept is evident in ... more This paper surveys the concept of Steward Leadership and examines how this concept is evident in the writings of Ellen G. White. It argues that although she did not use the term, her expressions about the characteristic and implications of Christian leadership reflects this model.
Theology, Philosophy, Hermeneutics, and Mission: Essays in Honor of Kwabena Donkor On His Retirement, 2022
This paper discusses the hospitality in the teaching of Jesus s recorded in Luke 14:12-14. It arg... more This paper discusses the hospitality in the teaching of Jesus s recorded in Luke 14:12-14. It argues that the kind of radical hospitality that Jesus advocates in the Lukan passage is still relevant for Christians to day and could enhance mission
The paper surveys the function of music in the Bible, critiques the philosophy of Contemporary wo... more The paper surveys the function of music in the Bible, critiques the philosophy of Contemporary worship music and makes recommendations for Seventh-day Adventists
The paper discusses the environmental challenges in the Niger Delta in the Context of the Environ... more The paper discusses the environmental challenges in the Niger Delta in the Context of the Environmental Bliss promised by Paul in Romans 8:18-22
Asia-Africa Journal of Mission and Ministry, 2021
This paper, using a quantitative research method, investigates the perceptions and challenges of ... more This paper, using a quantitative research method, investigates the perceptions and challenges of church records management among Adventist pastors on the continent. The return rate of the survey was 56.22 per. The questionnaires were ascertained for completeness. The analyses were done using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). The study found that the pastors of Seventh-day Adventist church in Africa have good perception of records and the role they play in organizational efficiency. Some challenges such as lack of disaster-preparedness, inadequate of security plan largely due to inadequate funding, inadequate supplies, inadequate and/or lack of personnel training and unavailability of organizational policies on records, and lack and/or storage facilities were identified. Therefore, it was recommended that organizations should address these issues for effective and efficient records management.
The article discusses the problems the ecological challenges in Niger Delta with particular empha... more The article discusses the problems the ecological challenges in Niger Delta with particular emphasis on how it affects water. It calls for actions by the community to challenge the activities of the Oil and Gas Industry in the Region.
Conflict is a great predicament in any human society, and most times, it is predictable. In fact,... more Conflict is a great predicament in any human society, and most times, it is predictable. In fact, history indicates that conflict is an on-going process in human relations and may occur within and among groups and communities. In the case of Nigeria, the frequency of religious conflicts in the northern part between 1987 and 2011 has left adverse effects on the socio-economic polity of the people. In the course of these conflicts, Christians have at certain times, taken up weapons to counter the attacks from the Muslims, claiming to do so in self-defence. This paper therefore gave an overview of the general concept and causes of religious conflicts in Nigeria and, advocates for ethical principles such as the common solidarity of humanity by origin, forgiveness and tolerance that could engender cordiality and understanding rather than sustained hostility and suspicion in Christian-Muslim relation in Nigeria.
Biblical studies and women …, 2003
The paper investigates the call and function of prophets in ancient Israel.
Corruption and the challenge of human development, 2007
This paper surveys some manifestations of corruption in and its effects on the Nigerian nation. T... more This paper surveys some manifestations of corruption in and its effects on the Nigerian nation. The most recent structures at combating this menace and their limitations are highlighted. Finally, the paper proffers solutions the Church in Nigeria could meaningfully offer in combating corruption
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies, 2009
One New Testament practice that seems to have appealed to many contemporary African Christians in... more One New Testament practice that seems to have appealed to many contemporary African Christians in their quest to appropriate the providences of God in their lives, endeavors, and in order to protect their possessions is the practice of anointing with oil. To anoint, as popularly understood, means “to smear, pour oil or other unctuous substance upon” (Horn 1979:48). Historically, the practice of anointing either with oil or other substances was widespread, and it was used for various purposes—religious or secular (Richards 1985:54). In the New Testament, “anoint,” “anointing,” and “anointed” are usually a translation of four different word groups (aleiphō, murizō, chrisma, and chriō). Generally, these words according to Richards (1985:54) express “the same basic idea of rubbing or spreading oil or perfume or ointment” or the bequest of the Holy Spirit on an individual or community. At least four patterns may be observed. First, there is anointing as a divine commission; and this is r...
The Gospel of Luke presents to us several mission principles that are valid for contemporary miss... more The Gospel of Luke presents to us several mission principles that are valid for contemporary mission practices. One of the passages in the Lucan Gospel that provides these principles is Luke 9:1-6 where Christ commissioned the Twelve Apostles and specifically gave them themandate to both proclaim and demonstrate the arrival of the kingdom by preaching and healing. He also instructed them on the need to depend on Him for sustenance and how well they may relate to their audience in order to make their mission meaningful.. This article studies the mission mandate in this Lucan passage and draws relevant implications for contemporary Christian Mission.
The problem of death and human responses to it is age long. Right from the time Satan suggested t... more The problem of death and human responses to it is age long. Right from the time Satan suggested to Adam and Eve that they could disobey God by eating the forbidden fruit and still live (Gen 3:4, 5), humanity has subscribed to different beliefs towards the state of the dead. In Africa in general and West Africa in particular, different cultural and religious practices seem to sustain the belief in a conscious existence of the dead. These practices, which are also found among Seventh-day Adventists (Akpa 2011:93-98),1 impact on Adventist mission on the African continent. Thus faith issues such as dual-allegiance do not seem to abate among Christians in Africa. However, the narrative of the resurrection of Lazarus by Jesus in John 11:1-57, especially Jesus’ dialogue with his disciples and Martha, the sister of Lazarus (John 11:1-44), delineates several issues that provide ample platform for discussing the implications of death and resurrection for the mission of the Seventh-day Adventi...
Contemporary Africa is home to all the world major religions—Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, an... more Contemporary Africa is home to all the world major religions—Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam. In addition, there are philosophical and religious thoughts such as pluralism and postmodernism. To further complicate the situation is that fact that all these religious and philosophical ideologies are established on the back of African Traditional Religions (ATR), which seem rooted in the lives of most Africans and could be said to even characterize the post-conversion worldview of most Christian converts on the continent. Thus, it seems the multiplicity of religious convictions and even competition for adherents on the continent leave a kind of crisis in the area of spirituality. In the midst of these contending religions and philological ideologies is the Seventh-day Adventist Church, which strives to cultivate and promote Christian spirituality based on a biblical-shaped worldview. This article examines the threat of Pluralism, Postmodernism, and Dual Allegiance (PPMDA) to...
The problem of death and human responses to it is age long. Right from the time Satan suggested t... more The problem of death and human responses to it is age long. Right from the time Satan suggested to Adam and Eve that they could disobey God by eating the forbidden fruit and still live (Gen 3:4, 5), humanity has subscribed to different beliefs towards the state of the dead. In Africa in general and West Africa in particular, different cultural and religious practices seem to sustain the belief in a conscious existence of the dead. These practices, which are also found among Seventh-day Adventists (Akpa 2011:93-98),1 impact on Adventist mission on the African continent. Thus faith issues such as dual-allegiance do not seem to abate among Christians in Africa. However, the narrative of the resurrection of Lazarus by Jesus in John 11:1-57, especially Jesus’ dialogue with his disciples and Martha, the sister of Lazarus (John 11:1-44), delineates several issues that provide ample platform for discussing the implications of death and resurrection for the mission of the Seventh-day Adventi...
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