Describe the importance of examining the relationship between psychology and Christianity.
o The last sentence of the introduction must be your thesis statement that guides the rest of your paper.
▪ Example: Upon consideration of the evidence from various disciplines of study, it seems like the (model chosen) best captures the relationship between psychological science and Christian faith.
● In writing about your position, be sure to discuss the following points below and remember to cite Entwistle when you use his ideas:
o What methods of knowing are appropriate for Christians and why. This will help you classify your approach and should be consistent with the model chosen.
o A thorough description of the model and how it views the relationship between psychology and Christianity.
o How your model views the two books concept.
o Strengths of the model (at least 3).
o Limitations of the model (at least 3).
o Avoid using 1st person
▪ Instead of saying “I think Christians should embrace psychology,” say “Christians should embrace psychology.”
▪ Instead of saying “My view corresponds with the Colonialist position,” say
“The Colonialist position seems ….”
PSYC 420