This thesis investigates 1 Corinthians 1-4 and argues that a divisive culture of rhetorical and patronal elitism lies behind the schisms identified by Paul. Further, that this culture was influenced by Greco-Roman wisdom literature. Pauline critique of Roman wisdom traditions shapes a critical reflection on similar dynamics amongst 21st Century Korean Christians.
Why do Lutherans practice infant baptism but not infant communion? This question is important because it raises another question: are baptised infants in communion with the church? This thesis makes a Lutheran dogmatic assessment of the respective arguments by proponents and opponents. The research shows that biblically infant communion cannot be mandated. Yet, there is no compelling reason to preclude infants from communion.
