Thinking Deeper

Overview

The purpose of these Thinking Deeper Assignments is to encourage you to think critically and theoretically about issues you will cover in this course. You are expected to seek out biblical, philosophical, and scientific sources to answer the question presented and are expected to demonstrate depth of thought.

After reviewing and reflecting on the presentations and textbook readings for this module, you will write about the tension that exists between psychology and Christianity.

Instructions

The Thinking Deeper: Part 2 – Psychology and Christianity Tension Assignment requires that you answer this question: “Why is there tension between the field of psychology and Christianity?”

Please include the following components in the Thinking Deeper: Part 2 – Psychology and Christianity Tension Assignment paper:

• A clear introductory paragraph that introduces the reader to the issue being discussed.   
• A discussion of the issue with relevant scriptural, philosophical, or scientific resources to support the points being made.
• A clear conclusion that summarizes the information that was presented.

Please adhere to these standards:

• Length is 5–7 pages of text; the APA-formatted title page and reference page are in addition to this requirement.
• Current APA guidelines must be implemented (Professional Standards).
• All sources used must be appropriately cited.
• Scholarly sources are required.
• Be sure to review the criteria on the Thinking Deeper Grading Rubric before beginning this Thinking Deeper: Part 2 – Psychology and Christianity Tension Assignment.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.