1) Jesus was sent by God to free humanity from sin and supported the truth of the Old Testament. This gives credibility to the biblical accounts of creation and God's relationship with humanity.
2) Jesus performed miracles like turning water to wine and resurrecting the dead that had not been done by others, showing he was the son of God.
3) The complexity and design of the human body, earth, and universe point to a creator rather than being a result of random chance.
Genesis' mystery of God creating Our Universe is explored through lens of Computer-like Universe Tools verse by verse in the Bible's Genesis 1 & 2 Accounts with thought provoking questions.
* What is the nature of time?
* Was light created when God said "Let there be light?"
* How was the earth lighted with day & night before the sun, moon, and stars were created?
* What scientific possibilities did God illustrate in the creation account?
Universe Tools Paradigm
Universe Schematic
Literal Creator Days
Thought Experiment
Challenging statements & questions & explanations
* What are Literal Creator Days?
* How does this compare to other viewpoints?
* When do science and God's Word fit together?
Learn more at http://creationopia.wordpress.com and http://bibleopia.wordpress.com
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
Genesis' mystery of God creating Our Universe is explored through lens of Computer-like Universe Tools verse by verse in the Bible's Genesis 1 & 2 Accounts with thought provoking questions.
* What is the nature of time?
* Was light created when God said "Let there be light?"
* How was the earth lighted with day & night before the sun, moon, and stars were created?
* What scientific possibilities did God illustrate in the creation account?
Universe Tools Paradigm
Universe Schematic
Literal Creator Days
Thought Experiment
Challenging statements & questions & explanations
* What are Literal Creator Days?
* How does this compare to other viewpoints?
* When do science and God's Word fit together?
Learn more at http://creationopia.wordpress.com and http://bibleopia.wordpress.com
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
The lesson describes the creation of the “heavens” and the peculiar atmosphere that existed in the pre-flood era.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/day-2-and-3
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
The lesson describes the creation of the “heavens” and the peculiar atmosphere that existed in the pre-flood era.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/day-2-and-3
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
A Bible talk considering the evidence for seeing Evolution as a 'belief system' rather than a discipline haveing a science basis and therefore examining the validity of the Biblical account.
A companion Audio for this talk and other talks and seminars available at:
http://openbiblelearningcentre.com/audio-mp3-resources
A sample of a year 4 religious literacy assessment from the Wollongong Diocese, NSW Australia. See more examples at http://religiousliteracy.edublogs.org/
"Chapter 1: The World" of Archpriest Seraphim Slobodskoy's textbook The Law of God. Excellent resource for Christian educators, Sunday school teachers, science teachers, catechumen classes, etc. Made by Orthodox Christians parents, with much love, for their children.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
2. Jesus, God’s only son, was sent down from heaven to free us all from sin. Jesus Christ also supported the truth of the Old Testament and quoted it many times. Consequently, with Jesus Christ, we have an eyewitness to the truth of the Old Testament. This gives credibility to the creation account and God’s interaction with man. The entire Old Testament account is about how God is trying to have a relationship with man while man is separating himself from God by sin. It tells how God is long-suffering and merciful and ultimately how God sent His Son to die for our sins so God could ultimately have a relationship with us.
3. Miracles Jesus performed such as turning the water into wine at the wedding, healing the crippled, blind, deaf, and resurrecting the dead, had yet to be performed by someone else in this world, besides Jesus Christ .
4. “ The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. Their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world” ( Psalm 19:1-4 ).
5. “ Steven Weinberg, a Nobel laureate in Physics, said at the moment of this explosion, "the universe was about a hundred thousands million degrees Centigrade...and the universe was filled with light."10” Sound familiar? The universe has not always existed. It had a start...what caused that? Scientists have no explanation for the sudden explosion of light and matter.
6. According to science, the world formed from a “big bang” but what caused the big bang? The Father Almighty himself, if that was the case. But God took 7 days to create everything in his image and likeness.
7. 1. Does God exist? The complexity of our planet points to a deliberate Designer who not only created our universe, but sustains it today.Many examples showing God's design could be given, possibly with no end. But here are a few:The Earth...its size is perfect. The Earth's size and corresponding gravity holds a thin layer of mostly nitrogen and oxygen gases, only extending about 50 miles above the Earth's surface. If Earth were smaller, an atmosphere would be impossible, like the planet Mercury. If Earth were larger, its atmosphere would contain free hydrogen, like Jupiter.3 Earth is the only known planet equipped with an atmosphere of the right mixture of gases to sustain plant, animal and human life.The Earth is located the right distance from the sun. Consider the temperature swings we encounter, roughly -30 degrees to +120 degrees. If the Earth were any further away from the sun, we would all freeze. Any closer and we would burn up. Even a fractional variance in the Earth's position to the sun would make life on Earth impossible. The Earth remains this perfect distance from the sun while it rotates around the sun at a speed of nearly 67,000 mph. It is also rotating on its axis, allowing the entire surface of the Earth to be properly warmed and cooled every day.And our moon is the perfect size and distance from the Earth for its gravitational pull. The moon creates important ocean tides and movement so ocean waters do not stagnate, and yet our massive oceans are restrained from spilling over across the continents.
8. Water...colorless, odorless and without taste, and yet no living thing can survive without it. Plants, animals and human beings consist mostly of water (about two-thirds of the human body is water). You'll see why the characteristics of water are uniquely suited to life:It has an unusually high boiling point and freezing point. Water allows us to live in an environment of fluctuating temperature changes, while keeping our bodies a steady 98.6 degrees.Water is a universal solvent. This property of water means that thousands of chemicals, minerals and nutrients can be carried throughout our bodies and into the smallest blood vessels.5Water is also chemically neutral. Without affecting the makeup of the substances it carries, water enables food, medicines and minerals to be absorbed and used by the body.Water has a unique surface tension. Water in plants can therefore flow upward against gravity, bringing life-giving water and nutrients to the top of even the tallest trees.Water freezes from the top down and floats, so fish can live in the winter.Ninety-seven percent of the Earth's water is in the oceans. But on our Earth, there is a system designed which removes salt from the water and then distributes that water throughout the globe. Evaporation takes the ocean waters, leaving the salt, and forms clouds which are easily moved by the wind to disperse water over the land, for vegetation, animals and people. It is a system of purification and supply that sustains life on this planet, a system of recycled and reused water. Continued…
9. The human brain...simultaneously processes an amazing amount of information. Your brain takes in all the colors and objects you see, the temperature around you, the pressure of your feet against the floor, the sounds around you, the dryness of your mouth, even the texture of your keyboard. Your brain holds and processes all your emotions, thoughts and memories. At the same time your brain keeps track of the ongoing functions of your body like your breathing pattern, eyelid movement, hunger and movement of the muscles in your hands.The human brain processes more than a million messages a second. Your brain weighs the importance of all this data, filtering out the relatively unimportant. This screening function is what allows you to focus and operate effectively in your world. The brain functions differently than other organs. There is an intelligence to it, the ability to reason, to produce feelings, to dream and plan, to take action, and relate to other people.The eye...can distinguish among seven million colors. It has automatic focusing and handles an astounding 1.5 million messages – simultaneously. Evolution focuses on mutations and changes from and within existing organisms. Yet evolution alone does not fully explain the initial source of the eye or the brain -- the start of living organisms from nonliving matter.
10. “ God is a Scientist and a Cosmic Carpenter, not a Magician.” “ Science without Religion is lame. Religion without Science is blind.” -Einstein For you are the Body of Christ and individually Members of it. (1 Corinthians 12:27) Hebrews 11:3, "Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. Genesis 2:7 says, "And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul". Romans 1:20, "For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:"