Imagine a hermeneutical approach that privileges the missio Dei, or the mission of God, as the key to interpreting our stories of identity crisis and experiences of anxiety.
1. Evangelization is the preaching and teaching part of the church's mission to love, serve, preach, teach, heal and liberate. It involves opening up the mystery of God's love to all people.
2. Evangelization is an announcement about God's activity and his reign, calling for a personal response that involves a radical reorientation including deliverance from slavery to worldly powers, embracing Christ as savior and lord, and becoming committed to God's purpose of reconciliation, peace, and justice on earth as a living member of the church.
The church responds to terrorism and violencereece reece
The document discusses the Catholic Church's views on terrorism and violence. It makes three key points:
1) Terrorism threatens and kills indiscriminately, disregarding human dignity, and can never be justified. No religion should tolerate or preach terrorism.
2) The common victims of terrorism are innocent civilians used as a means to a selfish goal. Acts of terrorism are condemned by the Catholic Church.
3) The Church promotes peace in the world as part of its mission. It believes the kingdom of God is built through love and non-violence, not force, and acts of terrorism and violence destroy life and contradict Church teachings.
This document outlines the lifestyle commitments and values of Servant communities who seek to establish movements living under the Kingdom of God in the slums of the world. It discusses their purposes of following Christ through intimacy, obedience, simplicity and incarnational service among the poor. It also covers their values of evangelism, service to the urban poor, exercising spiritual gifts, pursuing peace/justice, and embracing poverty, simplicity and spiritual disciplines in lifestyle.
The document discusses the necessity of mobilization for effective evangelism in churches. It defines key terms like administration, mobilization, and evangelism. Mobilization is needed to control church operations according to plans, and to equip workers for evangelism through motivational leadership. Churches today require competent leaders who can inspire enthusiasm in fulfilling God's work.
This document presents a design for a multicultural center bringing together Christians and Muslims. It includes conference rooms for discussion of shared moral teachings, a food court celebrating different cultural cuisines, a trading exchange for economic exchange, and a children's area for community building. Quotes from the Quran and Bible are presented showing similarities between Islamic and Christian perspectives on prophets, the significance of food, birth, and life's cycle. The overall goal is to foster greater understanding between the two faiths through educational and religious programming.
Imagine a hermeneutical approach that privileges the missio Dei, or the mission of God, as the key to interpreting our stories of identity crisis and experiences of anxiety.
1. Evangelization is the preaching and teaching part of the church's mission to love, serve, preach, teach, heal and liberate. It involves opening up the mystery of God's love to all people.
2. Evangelization is an announcement about God's activity and his reign, calling for a personal response that involves a radical reorientation including deliverance from slavery to worldly powers, embracing Christ as savior and lord, and becoming committed to God's purpose of reconciliation, peace, and justice on earth as a living member of the church.
The church responds to terrorism and violencereece reece
The document discusses the Catholic Church's views on terrorism and violence. It makes three key points:
1) Terrorism threatens and kills indiscriminately, disregarding human dignity, and can never be justified. No religion should tolerate or preach terrorism.
2) The common victims of terrorism are innocent civilians used as a means to a selfish goal. Acts of terrorism are condemned by the Catholic Church.
3) The Church promotes peace in the world as part of its mission. It believes the kingdom of God is built through love and non-violence, not force, and acts of terrorism and violence destroy life and contradict Church teachings.
This document outlines the lifestyle commitments and values of Servant communities who seek to establish movements living under the Kingdom of God in the slums of the world. It discusses their purposes of following Christ through intimacy, obedience, simplicity and incarnational service among the poor. It also covers their values of evangelism, service to the urban poor, exercising spiritual gifts, pursuing peace/justice, and embracing poverty, simplicity and spiritual disciplines in lifestyle.
The document discusses the necessity of mobilization for effective evangelism in churches. It defines key terms like administration, mobilization, and evangelism. Mobilization is needed to control church operations according to plans, and to equip workers for evangelism through motivational leadership. Churches today require competent leaders who can inspire enthusiasm in fulfilling God's work.
This document presents a design for a multicultural center bringing together Christians and Muslims. It includes conference rooms for discussion of shared moral teachings, a food court celebrating different cultural cuisines, a trading exchange for economic exchange, and a children's area for community building. Quotes from the Quran and Bible are presented showing similarities between Islamic and Christian perspectives on prophets, the significance of food, birth, and life's cycle. The overall goal is to foster greater understanding between the two faiths through educational and religious programming.
The document discusses the relationship between evangelism, social action, and mission. It argues that evangelism and social action should not be seen as separate but rather as both integral parts of mission. It also states that missiology, or the study of mission, should be determined by Christology, and that missiology then determines ecclesiology. The document questions whether in mission we are demonstrating authentic love, grace, mercy and offering a picture of wholeness as pointed to by Jesus, or just a weak portrayal of the church. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting on where God's influence is seen in our actions.
The document provides an introduction to the Ahmadiyya Movement in Islam, which was founded in 1889 in India by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad. It has over 10 million members worldwide in 143 countries. The Movement promotes peace, tolerance, and interfaith harmony. It believes the Holy Quran is the final message from God and the Holy Prophet Muhammad is the ultimate example. The current leader is Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, who guides the Movement from its international headquarters in London. The Movement is involved in extensive charitable work globally, including building mosques, schools and hospitals, and translating the Quran into many languages.
The Language of Spiritual Formation and Contemplative SpiritualityJonathan Dunnemann
The document discusses the language and concepts of spiritual formation and contemplative spirituality. It notes that the language of spiritual formation was lost around the time of the Modernist-Fundamentalist controversy in the early 20th century, as both liberal and conservative Christians shifted their focus away from spiritual growth. The language has re-emerged with a desire for spiritual renewal and transformation into Christ's likeness. Contemplative spirituality emphasizes giving thoughtful attention to God through spiritual practices like prayer, meditation, and silence. The goal is a deepening love for God that sustains evangelical activity and vision. As Christians engage in spiritual formation, it promises benefits for individuals and communities by cultivating a spiritual depth to impact society.
Jesus taught that wealth and possessions can become idols that prevent people from fully serving God. While Judaism associated prosperity with God's favor, Jesus warned that riches increase the danger of greed and dependence on material things rather than God. He taught his followers to use wealth and possessions to help others and spread God's kingdom, rather than accumulating earthly treasures. True Christian stewardship involves wisely using resources to invest in eternal rather than temporal priorities.
This document outlines a tool for spiritual formation and growth called "Core Elements". It is divided into three categories: Core Beliefs, Core Practices, and Core Virtues. The Core Beliefs section defines 10 important Christian doctrines. The Core Practices section lists 10 practices that help develop spiritual maturity, such as Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. The Core Virtues section identifies 10 character qualities like purity, humility, and patience that are strengthened through faith in God. The document aims to provide a framework for examining one's spiritual condition and developing a plan for increased Christlikeness.
What is the Difference Between the Different ReligionsPeter Hammond
This document discusses the differences between Christianity and other religions. It argues that Christianity is unique in its doctrines of the atonement of sins through Jesus's sacrificial death and resurrection. It notes that other religions have conflicting views on the nature of God, ethics, the goal of life, and the nature of man. The document asserts that Jesus's life, teachings, death and resurrection make Christianity uniquely based on its founder in a way that other religions are not. It concludes that Jesus alone claimed and proved himself to be the truth, the way and the life by dying for sins and rising from the dead.
Islam and history of development Islamic statesJanos Tomolya
The document provides a history of the development of Islamic states. It discusses the origins and spread of Islam beginning in the 7th century CE, including key events like the Hijra and Muhammad's conquest of Mecca. It outlines the early Islamic caliphates that ruled vast territories following Muhammad's death. The document also summarizes the ideological differences between Sunni and Shia Islam and provides timelines of important events and rulers in early Islamic history.
Bukal Life Care and Training Center Inc. is a non-profit Christian organization located in Baguio City, Philippines that provides pastoral care, counseling, conflict resolution, training, and disaster response. Through spiritual and psychological services, they aim to holistically transform lives, families, and communities. Their largest program is Clinical Pastoral Education training for pastoral staff and chaplains at partner hospitals and jails.
This document discusses the linking of faith between Jesus and Muhammad. It begins with an acknowledgement section thanking those who helped in the publication of the document. It then provides a recommendation from the Imam of Glasgow Central Mosque praising the author Shabbir Akhtar for his work promoting understanding between Islam and Christianity. The introduction provides context for renewed conflict between Christianity and Islam while praising Akhtar for his simple yet compelling message of unity.
This document discusses the foundations of Christian community. It defines Christian community as a place where people can know God and each other through spiritual transformation. Key aspects of Christian community include unconditional love, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and spiritual activities like worship, prayer, and communion. The community should foster spiritual growth and equip people to transform the world through their mission. Individuals are transformed through their participation in the Christian community, and the community supports and sustains individuals on their spiritual journeys. Overall, the document explores how Christian community can empower people through spiritual transformation to change the world.
Christianity is a monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. It believes that Jesus is the Son of God and savior of humanity. The three largest Christian groups are the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, and various Protestant denominations. Christianity began in the 1st century AD in the Middle East and has since grown to approximately 2.2 billion adherents worldwide, making it the largest religion. Central Christian beliefs include the divinity of Jesus, his death and resurrection, and that salvation is obtained through faith in Jesus Christ.
second part of the Pope Francis trip to Japan. Meetings with the emperor, diplomats, jesuits, youth, Includes mass and visit to Sophia Jesuit university.
This document provides an overview of Islam, including:
1. Islam means "submission" to God and originated as one of the Abrahamic faiths, sharing history with Judaism and Christianity. The Quran is considered the perfect revelation from God to humanity.
2. Islam split from other Abrahamic traditions due to Isaac and Ishmael, with Ishmael's descendants including the Prophet Muhammad and modern Muslims.
3. Muhammad was born in 570 CE in Mecca and received the first Quranic revelations at age 40, with the religion gaining converts after he migrated to Medina in 622 CE and conquered Mecca in 630 CE.
4. The five pillars of Islam
En a comparison_between_islam_christianity_and_judaism_and_the_choice_between...Arab Muslim
The document provides a comparative analysis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism across multiple sections. It begins by defining "People of the Book" as Christians and Jews who received revealed religions that deviated over time. While media portrays Christianity and Judaism as aligned, their beliefs contradict - Christians believe Jesus is divine while Jews reject his prophethood. Both see the other as an obstacle and await different messianic figures to achieve domination. The document then examines doctrines of God, prophets, scriptures and more in each faith, finding inconsistencies and alterations over time that call their validity into question. It aims to clarify differences between the faiths so readers can determine the most accurate path based on evidence.
The document discusses the importance of contextualizing theology so that it is relevant to local cultures while remaining true to biblical teachings. It provides definitions of contextualization from scholars like Darrell Whiteman and Paul Hiebert. Models of contextualization are outlined, such as translation, anthropological, praxis, and synthetic. The document also presents guidelines for determining whether a local theology demonstrates sound contextualization or drifts into heterodoxy, such as whether it is coherent with revelation, leads to Christ-like behavior, and challenges cultural norms. Overall, the document argues that all theology is contextual and aims to provide a framework for developing theologies that faithfully engage with local contexts.
En a comparison_between_islam_christianity_and_judaism_and_the_choice_between...Arab Muslim
This document provides a comparative analysis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism across multiple areas:
- It defines "People of the Book" as Christians and Jews who received revealed religions but deviated from their original teachings.
- While Christians and Jews portray unity against Islam, their beliefs are opposed - Christians believe in the divinity of Christ while Jews deny his prophethood.
- The document examines doctrines around God's lordship in each faith, finding the Jewish Torah attributes derogatory things to God. It also explores views of prophets, scriptures and their evolution/corruption over time.
- Overall, the document aims to clarify beliefs and identify the faith whose teachings remain most
Rough DraftINTRODUCTIONReligion is an important aspect that in.docxjoellemurphey
Rough Draft
INTRODUCTION
Religion is an important aspect that involves collection of cultural systems, beliefs and world views that relate humanity to the aspect of existence. Throughout history, religion has provided people with different answers, thus improving societal cultures and civilization. The study of religion has played a major role both in the past and present. It is also a major force behind human experience. All over the world, religion has offered different lessons to unity, peace, cleansing, conflicts, terrorism, economics, and politics among many others. On the other hand, religious traditions over the years, have laid foundations that promote the principles of human rights, international peace, justice and cohesion. Today, religion has undergone different challenges due evolvement of technology and science. The critics behind this two departments have argued that religion is a thing of the past and that soon it will be out of the way. They have also portrayed religion as a system that does not consider new stages of human existence (Harper, 2010). Comment by Nick Mayrand: Remember that I asked you to only use sources that we covered in class for this paper. I don’t know what this Harper reference is? Since the intro does work pretty well, I’ll let you leave it in here. But I do need you to list the full source information at the end of the paper since you did go outside of our course material.
Though such negative implications have been leveled against religion, many people around the world believe that religion persists any form of nature and is still on the rise. Through the study of religion, people are able to address different global issues and cultural conflicts. Religion is everywhere and improves people’s lives in different faiths that people have such as Christians, Muslims among others. Religious studies are also important because they offer relevance and better understanding to the world we live in.
Question 1
Many authors believe that religion through its diversity has a room for science and skepticism to improve the changing world. Today, it difficult to watch television, newspaper, listen to radio, or use social media without getting religious context and issues being addressed locally or globally. The discipline of religious studies also promote spiritual, social, physical and moral attributes that are necessary in providing reflection of how people behave. People are also able to understand the ultimate purpose of life and their relationship with God. It also gives people ability to understand there practices, beliefs, and teaching, in order to challenge their spiritual development.
According to many theorists, the basic principles of religion offers expression to humanity purpose and meaning. Therefore, though religion has strengths and weaknesses in the society. People need to focus more on the positive outcomes it offers. The weakness side of religion is normally attributed to the fact that some people ...
The Common Good.. A lesson for Grade 8 CLE Studentsapplechua15
This document discusses the oral tradition surrounding Jesus in early Christianity. It explains that before the gospels were written, Jesus' followers sustained his memory by sharing stories of his life, death, and teachings orally. Over 40 years, these oral traditions developed and were passed down generation to generation. Eventually, the stories and sayings that comprised the oral tradition were written down and formed the basis for the four gospels of the New Testament. The oral tradition played a key role in preserving Jesus' message and memory in the decades before it was committed to writing.
Paradigm Shift in Scripture by Dr. Natividad Pagaduteccce821
This document discusses paradigms and the need for paradigm shifts in catechesis and teaching Scripture. It provides context on paradigms from Thomas Kuhn's work and explains that a paradigm is a set of implicit or explicit rules that shape one's perspectives. The document outlines that catechesis and religious education need paradigm shifts to move from an academic focus to a personal encounter with Jesus. It discusses various meanings of "Word of God" and how Scripture invites paradigm shifts. The role of women in relation to the word of God is highlighted from Verbum Domini. Overall the document examines shifting perspectives and approaches in teaching and learning Scripture and faith.
1. This document discusses the roles and characteristics of prophets in the Hebrew Scriptures and other religious traditions. Prophets were seen as mouthpieces of God who delivered messages of reform and calls to uphold justice.
2. The document then examines how Christians today can take on prophetic roles by promoting truth, peace, and justice. Christian mission is reframed from proselytization to solidarity and helping rebuild moral communities.
3. Key roles of prophets included speaking difficult truths, upholding justice, experiencing suffering, and calling people and nations to moral reform. Prophecy involved both individual and social change.
God, the great Communicator created the universe through communication. He wants human beings, as His image-bearers, to communicate with Him, and especially fellow human beings through various invented communication means. Social media have been one of such inventions that human beings have been using to communicate with one another. Inasmuch as conflicts are inevitable among human beings, to resolve these conflicts and have a sustainable peaceful co-existence, God wants human beings to resemble Jesus Christ (who is the Mediator between God and man) to dialogue mediatively among conflicting partings using social media as a means. To this end, this paper discussed theological basis for conflict resolution and peacebuilding in general and theological basis for sustainable mediative dialogue in particular, gave some biblical injunctions on how to prevent conflicts and have a peaceful co-existence, and concluded with the theological basis for social media.
The document discusses Jesus' command to the disciples to go into the world and proclaim the good news to all of creation. It describes how the disciples were a small and imperfect community who failed Jesus, but he still entrusted them with spreading the gospel. It emphasizes that the success of their mission depended not on their abilities, but on the presence of the Risen Lord. Christians are called to witness God's love through their lives and words, making space for the Holy Spirit to empower them and urge them towards fraternity with others.
The document discusses the relationship between evangelism, social action, and mission. It argues that evangelism and social action should not be seen as separate but rather as both integral parts of mission. It also states that missiology, or the study of mission, should be determined by Christology, and that missiology then determines ecclesiology. The document questions whether in mission we are demonstrating authentic love, grace, mercy and offering a picture of wholeness as pointed to by Jesus, or just a weak portrayal of the church. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting on where God's influence is seen in our actions.
The document provides an introduction to the Ahmadiyya Movement in Islam, which was founded in 1889 in India by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad. It has over 10 million members worldwide in 143 countries. The Movement promotes peace, tolerance, and interfaith harmony. It believes the Holy Quran is the final message from God and the Holy Prophet Muhammad is the ultimate example. The current leader is Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, who guides the Movement from its international headquarters in London. The Movement is involved in extensive charitable work globally, including building mosques, schools and hospitals, and translating the Quran into many languages.
The Language of Spiritual Formation and Contemplative SpiritualityJonathan Dunnemann
The document discusses the language and concepts of spiritual formation and contemplative spirituality. It notes that the language of spiritual formation was lost around the time of the Modernist-Fundamentalist controversy in the early 20th century, as both liberal and conservative Christians shifted their focus away from spiritual growth. The language has re-emerged with a desire for spiritual renewal and transformation into Christ's likeness. Contemplative spirituality emphasizes giving thoughtful attention to God through spiritual practices like prayer, meditation, and silence. The goal is a deepening love for God that sustains evangelical activity and vision. As Christians engage in spiritual formation, it promises benefits for individuals and communities by cultivating a spiritual depth to impact society.
Jesus taught that wealth and possessions can become idols that prevent people from fully serving God. While Judaism associated prosperity with God's favor, Jesus warned that riches increase the danger of greed and dependence on material things rather than God. He taught his followers to use wealth and possessions to help others and spread God's kingdom, rather than accumulating earthly treasures. True Christian stewardship involves wisely using resources to invest in eternal rather than temporal priorities.
This document outlines a tool for spiritual formation and growth called "Core Elements". It is divided into three categories: Core Beliefs, Core Practices, and Core Virtues. The Core Beliefs section defines 10 important Christian doctrines. The Core Practices section lists 10 practices that help develop spiritual maturity, such as Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. The Core Virtues section identifies 10 character qualities like purity, humility, and patience that are strengthened through faith in God. The document aims to provide a framework for examining one's spiritual condition and developing a plan for increased Christlikeness.
What is the Difference Between the Different ReligionsPeter Hammond
This document discusses the differences between Christianity and other religions. It argues that Christianity is unique in its doctrines of the atonement of sins through Jesus's sacrificial death and resurrection. It notes that other religions have conflicting views on the nature of God, ethics, the goal of life, and the nature of man. The document asserts that Jesus's life, teachings, death and resurrection make Christianity uniquely based on its founder in a way that other religions are not. It concludes that Jesus alone claimed and proved himself to be the truth, the way and the life by dying for sins and rising from the dead.
Islam and history of development Islamic statesJanos Tomolya
The document provides a history of the development of Islamic states. It discusses the origins and spread of Islam beginning in the 7th century CE, including key events like the Hijra and Muhammad's conquest of Mecca. It outlines the early Islamic caliphates that ruled vast territories following Muhammad's death. The document also summarizes the ideological differences between Sunni and Shia Islam and provides timelines of important events and rulers in early Islamic history.
Bukal Life Care and Training Center Inc. is a non-profit Christian organization located in Baguio City, Philippines that provides pastoral care, counseling, conflict resolution, training, and disaster response. Through spiritual and psychological services, they aim to holistically transform lives, families, and communities. Their largest program is Clinical Pastoral Education training for pastoral staff and chaplains at partner hospitals and jails.
This document discusses the linking of faith between Jesus and Muhammad. It begins with an acknowledgement section thanking those who helped in the publication of the document. It then provides a recommendation from the Imam of Glasgow Central Mosque praising the author Shabbir Akhtar for his work promoting understanding between Islam and Christianity. The introduction provides context for renewed conflict between Christianity and Islam while praising Akhtar for his simple yet compelling message of unity.
This document discusses the foundations of Christian community. It defines Christian community as a place where people can know God and each other through spiritual transformation. Key aspects of Christian community include unconditional love, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and spiritual activities like worship, prayer, and communion. The community should foster spiritual growth and equip people to transform the world through their mission. Individuals are transformed through their participation in the Christian community, and the community supports and sustains individuals on their spiritual journeys. Overall, the document explores how Christian community can empower people through spiritual transformation to change the world.
Christianity is a monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. It believes that Jesus is the Son of God and savior of humanity. The three largest Christian groups are the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, and various Protestant denominations. Christianity began in the 1st century AD in the Middle East and has since grown to approximately 2.2 billion adherents worldwide, making it the largest religion. Central Christian beliefs include the divinity of Jesus, his death and resurrection, and that salvation is obtained through faith in Jesus Christ.
second part of the Pope Francis trip to Japan. Meetings with the emperor, diplomats, jesuits, youth, Includes mass and visit to Sophia Jesuit university.
This document provides an overview of Islam, including:
1. Islam means "submission" to God and originated as one of the Abrahamic faiths, sharing history with Judaism and Christianity. The Quran is considered the perfect revelation from God to humanity.
2. Islam split from other Abrahamic traditions due to Isaac and Ishmael, with Ishmael's descendants including the Prophet Muhammad and modern Muslims.
3. Muhammad was born in 570 CE in Mecca and received the first Quranic revelations at age 40, with the religion gaining converts after he migrated to Medina in 622 CE and conquered Mecca in 630 CE.
4. The five pillars of Islam
En a comparison_between_islam_christianity_and_judaism_and_the_choice_between...Arab Muslim
The document provides a comparative analysis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism across multiple sections. It begins by defining "People of the Book" as Christians and Jews who received revealed religions that deviated over time. While media portrays Christianity and Judaism as aligned, their beliefs contradict - Christians believe Jesus is divine while Jews reject his prophethood. Both see the other as an obstacle and await different messianic figures to achieve domination. The document then examines doctrines of God, prophets, scriptures and more in each faith, finding inconsistencies and alterations over time that call their validity into question. It aims to clarify differences between the faiths so readers can determine the most accurate path based on evidence.
The document discusses the importance of contextualizing theology so that it is relevant to local cultures while remaining true to biblical teachings. It provides definitions of contextualization from scholars like Darrell Whiteman and Paul Hiebert. Models of contextualization are outlined, such as translation, anthropological, praxis, and synthetic. The document also presents guidelines for determining whether a local theology demonstrates sound contextualization or drifts into heterodoxy, such as whether it is coherent with revelation, leads to Christ-like behavior, and challenges cultural norms. Overall, the document argues that all theology is contextual and aims to provide a framework for developing theologies that faithfully engage with local contexts.
En a comparison_between_islam_christianity_and_judaism_and_the_choice_between...Arab Muslim
This document provides a comparative analysis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism across multiple areas:
- It defines "People of the Book" as Christians and Jews who received revealed religions but deviated from their original teachings.
- While Christians and Jews portray unity against Islam, their beliefs are opposed - Christians believe in the divinity of Christ while Jews deny his prophethood.
- The document examines doctrines around God's lordship in each faith, finding the Jewish Torah attributes derogatory things to God. It also explores views of prophets, scriptures and their evolution/corruption over time.
- Overall, the document aims to clarify beliefs and identify the faith whose teachings remain most
Rough DraftINTRODUCTIONReligion is an important aspect that in.docxjoellemurphey
Rough Draft
INTRODUCTION
Religion is an important aspect that involves collection of cultural systems, beliefs and world views that relate humanity to the aspect of existence. Throughout history, religion has provided people with different answers, thus improving societal cultures and civilization. The study of religion has played a major role both in the past and present. It is also a major force behind human experience. All over the world, religion has offered different lessons to unity, peace, cleansing, conflicts, terrorism, economics, and politics among many others. On the other hand, religious traditions over the years, have laid foundations that promote the principles of human rights, international peace, justice and cohesion. Today, religion has undergone different challenges due evolvement of technology and science. The critics behind this two departments have argued that religion is a thing of the past and that soon it will be out of the way. They have also portrayed religion as a system that does not consider new stages of human existence (Harper, 2010). Comment by Nick Mayrand: Remember that I asked you to only use sources that we covered in class for this paper. I don’t know what this Harper reference is? Since the intro does work pretty well, I’ll let you leave it in here. But I do need you to list the full source information at the end of the paper since you did go outside of our course material.
Though such negative implications have been leveled against religion, many people around the world believe that religion persists any form of nature and is still on the rise. Through the study of religion, people are able to address different global issues and cultural conflicts. Religion is everywhere and improves people’s lives in different faiths that people have such as Christians, Muslims among others. Religious studies are also important because they offer relevance and better understanding to the world we live in.
Question 1
Many authors believe that religion through its diversity has a room for science and skepticism to improve the changing world. Today, it difficult to watch television, newspaper, listen to radio, or use social media without getting religious context and issues being addressed locally or globally. The discipline of religious studies also promote spiritual, social, physical and moral attributes that are necessary in providing reflection of how people behave. People are also able to understand the ultimate purpose of life and their relationship with God. It also gives people ability to understand there practices, beliefs, and teaching, in order to challenge their spiritual development.
According to many theorists, the basic principles of religion offers expression to humanity purpose and meaning. Therefore, though religion has strengths and weaknesses in the society. People need to focus more on the positive outcomes it offers. The weakness side of religion is normally attributed to the fact that some people ...
The Common Good.. A lesson for Grade 8 CLE Studentsapplechua15
This document discusses the oral tradition surrounding Jesus in early Christianity. It explains that before the gospels were written, Jesus' followers sustained his memory by sharing stories of his life, death, and teachings orally. Over 40 years, these oral traditions developed and were passed down generation to generation. Eventually, the stories and sayings that comprised the oral tradition were written down and formed the basis for the four gospels of the New Testament. The oral tradition played a key role in preserving Jesus' message and memory in the decades before it was committed to writing.
Paradigm Shift in Scripture by Dr. Natividad Pagaduteccce821
This document discusses paradigms and the need for paradigm shifts in catechesis and teaching Scripture. It provides context on paradigms from Thomas Kuhn's work and explains that a paradigm is a set of implicit or explicit rules that shape one's perspectives. The document outlines that catechesis and religious education need paradigm shifts to move from an academic focus to a personal encounter with Jesus. It discusses various meanings of "Word of God" and how Scripture invites paradigm shifts. The role of women in relation to the word of God is highlighted from Verbum Domini. Overall the document examines shifting perspectives and approaches in teaching and learning Scripture and faith.
1. This document discusses the roles and characteristics of prophets in the Hebrew Scriptures and other religious traditions. Prophets were seen as mouthpieces of God who delivered messages of reform and calls to uphold justice.
2. The document then examines how Christians today can take on prophetic roles by promoting truth, peace, and justice. Christian mission is reframed from proselytization to solidarity and helping rebuild moral communities.
3. Key roles of prophets included speaking difficult truths, upholding justice, experiencing suffering, and calling people and nations to moral reform. Prophecy involved both individual and social change.
God, the great Communicator created the universe through communication. He wants human beings, as His image-bearers, to communicate with Him, and especially fellow human beings through various invented communication means. Social media have been one of such inventions that human beings have been using to communicate with one another. Inasmuch as conflicts are inevitable among human beings, to resolve these conflicts and have a sustainable peaceful co-existence, God wants human beings to resemble Jesus Christ (who is the Mediator between God and man) to dialogue mediatively among conflicting partings using social media as a means. To this end, this paper discussed theological basis for conflict resolution and peacebuilding in general and theological basis for sustainable mediative dialogue in particular, gave some biblical injunctions on how to prevent conflicts and have a peaceful co-existence, and concluded with the theological basis for social media.
The document discusses Jesus' command to the disciples to go into the world and proclaim the good news to all of creation. It describes how the disciples were a small and imperfect community who failed Jesus, but he still entrusted them with spreading the gospel. It emphasizes that the success of their mission depended not on their abilities, but on the presence of the Risen Lord. Christians are called to witness God's love through their lives and words, making space for the Holy Spirit to empower them and urge them towards fraternity with others.
The role of leaders among the nomads, samburu,working together toward conflict resolutions. peace and continuous engagement of church in seeking solutions facing the northern people.
Religious believers claim their religions are peaceful and genuine believers
are peacekeepers and peacemakers. In substantiating justification to their claim, they
very often refer to religious scriptures. Yet, on the contrary, their claim is confronted
by an opposite claim: many wars were fought and are being fought in the name of religion;
and a great deal of violence can be ascribed to the religious believers. In addition,
religious scriptures and history of religions do attest, to a certain extent, permissibility
of using physical offence or defence. As a result, a question arises: Is the violence
credited to religious believers, due to religions? Or is it because of certain secular
causes in which religious texts get invoked very often? In responding to the question,
the study relied on the theoretical criticism and justification. The study argued that
religions, considering their historical inception, are fundamentally aimed at attaining
holistic peace for their immediate subjects and subsequent followers, both spiritually and physically. The study by referring to major religions of the world generally and Islam
particularly, argued that in contributing to build global peace, religious believers
can plausibly turn to primary peaceful intentions of the religions, if they are provided
with a feasible atmosphere.
This document provides a summary of the Cape Town Commitment from the Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in 2010. The Commitment links Christian belief with action in the world. It calls on Christians to promote justice and peace, especially for the oppressed and poor. It highlights the need for effective action against issues like slavery, human trafficking, discrimination, and addressing the plight of migrants and marginalized groups. The global Church is called to advocate against injustice and inequality both in the world and within the Church itself.
Islam is a monotheistic faith that emphasizes belief in one God and following the teachings of prophets including Muhammad. It provides guidance for all aspects of life and encourages Muslims to develop a direct relationship with God through daily acts of worship. The five pillars of Islam - declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage - help Muslims strengthen their faith and serve both spiritual and practical needs. Ultimately, Islam teaches that the purpose of life is to worship God by living righteously and being conscious of accountability in the afterlife.
Religion as a repository of nigeria national communication policy israel udom...Alexander Decker
This document discusses how religion serves as a source for communication policies in Nigeria. It examines two dominant religions in Nigeria - Islam and Christianity. Some key points:
1) Religious actions, statements by religious leaders, and beliefs from holy books have influenced the behavior and regulation of mass communication in Nigeria.
2) While the Nigerian constitution provides the ultimate source of communication policy, the lack of a formal national policy leaves room for religious influences.
3) Examples of religious influences on policy include the first printing press established by the Presbyterian Church and restrictions on media coverage of religious events to avoid conflicts between faiths.
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Part 1.
Laying the Foundations of Spiritual Formation
Chapter 1.
Introducing Spiritual Formation
Jonathan Morrow
Beloved, now we are children of God, and it has not appeared as yet what we will be. We know that when He appears, we will be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is.
—1 John 3:2 NASB
The Bible alone, and the Bible in its entirety, is the Word of God written and is therefore inerrant in the autographs. God is a Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, each an uncreated person, one in essence, equal in power and glory.
—Doctrinal Statement, Evangelical Theological Society
Spiritual formation1 has had many traditional and denominational expressions throughout church history.2 In recent years resurgence in thinking about spiritual formation has swept over the evangelical landscape. Our purpose here is to set forth a distinctively evangelical view of spiritual formation. Our journey will begin as we (1) examine the necessary preconditions for doing distinctively evangelical spiritual formation. We will then (2) examine spiritual formation in light of the gospel and (3) explore in panorama the theological implications for spiritual formation. We will conclude our journey, equipped with theological clarity and content, as we (4) show how God spiritually forms believers into the image of his Son, Jesus Christ.
Preconditions for Doing Evangelical Spiritual Formation
Certain preconditions for doing distinctively evangelical spiritual formation will frame our approach. These are the indispensable rails on which the following discussion runs. One essential distinctive of an evangelical approach to spiritual formation is a high view of Scripture.3 All else derives from this unique source of God's special revelation to humanity. Before examining God’s special revelation in the Bible, it should be noted that evangelicals also affirm God’s general revelation through what he has made. God has not left himself without witness since all of creation is stamped with the divine fingerprint.4
God has spoken. But what precisely does that mean? Evangelicals confess that God has spoken truly5 and authoritatively6 through his Word (special revelation). David Clark in his comprehensive work, To Know and Love God, offers a crisp summary of the evangelical view of Scripture.
[The Bible] alone is the unique, written revelation of God, a permanent, meaningful, and authoritative self-expression by God of his nature and will. The Holy Spirits act of superintendence— inspiration—was decisive in the writing of Scripture and is the reason the Bible possesses unique status as revelation. Through inspiration, the Holy Spirit aided those who wrote the Bible. The Spirit then guided the church in identifying inspired works and collecting them as the canon. This supervision renders Scripture uniquely authoritative for Christian believers. Of course, the Spirit also preserved the Bible and now guides in interpreting the Bible, .
Larry Hollon's book "We Must Speak" discusses the importance of communication for Christians and the Church. It highlights how communication has allowed the United Methodist Church to raise millions for disaster relief, reduce malaria deaths in Africa, and inspire congregations to engage their communities. While new technologies have changed the communications landscape, the book argues that the Church must continue and expand its strategic communications efforts to share its message of hope and influence society.
This document discusses inter-faith dialogue and its importance in a multicultural society. It provides definitions of religion from scholars like Radhakrishnan, emphasizing religion as a spiritual practice rather than dogma. Inter-faith dialogue is described as both possible and desirable for discovering shared truths and fostering understanding between faiths. Guidelines are presented for conducting respectful dialogue based on mutual understanding and trust. The document also examines different approaches to inter-faith dialogue and the need to promote cooperation over theological differences.
This presentation was made by Chief Akin Fasae on behalf of the Ekiti State Governor at the Synod 2012 of the St. Stephen Anglican Church, Ora-Igbomina, Osun State of Friday July 6th 2012.
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BEING A GOSPEL WITNESS
IN THE MIDST OF
UNJUST GLOBAL REALITIES
A
Biblical-Theological Framework
for a
Peace and Reconciliation Ministry
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President & CEO
PeaceBuilders Community, Inc.
www.peacebuilderscommunity.org
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