I. Introduction Predestination is a Christian doctrine‚ which falls under the larger philosophical rubric of determinism. Calvinists especially adhere to the doctrine of predestination. There are two aspects to the Calvinist belief in predestination. The first declares that God basically has ordained everything that occurs‚ or will occur. In regard to salvation‚ the Calvinist code of predestination is more specific: Scripture teaches that there are certain people – ‘the elect’ – who are chosen
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teachings. My faith and beliefs have been challenged‚ not for the worse but actually for the better‚ which showed me how not to fall short of The Lord and his Glory. In this reflection paper‚ I hope to give insight on what I have learned‚ and also giving my personal opinions to each topic. My topics of discussion and reflection are first “Did Jesus need to be born of a Virgin? and “Does it matter how Christians liver their life?” ------------------------------------------------- Did Jesus need to
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Reflection Paper 1 THEO 104 Liberty University July 19‚ 2013 I. Introduction This reflection paper will highlight some of the insights I have gained during the first four weeks of Theology 104. This course provides information relevant to living an inspired Christian life. I have chosen to write my paper on character development and conscience. As believers‚ we should be constantly striving to develop our character to be more Christ like and to have a clear understanding of what is right
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Reflection Paper #1 Introduction: The two topics I’m going to talk about are unconditional election and the gospel. These two topics are really important to me as a follower of Jesus Christ. I’ve learned a lot more about my faith and these topics as well‚ over the past few weeks in this class. I will go in-depth with these topics and back up with scripture‚ how they are biblical and essential to know about in the Christian faith. What is unconditional election? Before the foundation of the world
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Career Plan-Reflection Paper Tamika L. Holmes BCOM/275 May 13‚ 2013 Linda Kroner Career Plan-Reflection Paper Things do not always turn out the way that we plan them. This thing called life will bring struggles‚ distractions and uncontrollable events. While these are not always bad things‚ they do take us off of one path and detour us. Well thank God for second and sometimes third chances. I have to say that I was not the typical
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DIVINE HEIDI G. CABIGUIN MS. ANABELLA C. GOMEZ BSE – E/3 – IRREG. DECEMBER 10‚ 2012 EDUC 38 “REFLECTION PAPER” “If you teach a person what to learn‚ you are preparing that person for the past. If you teach a person how to learn‚ you are preparing that person for its future.” * Cyril Howle - This quotation for me is a higher order thinking skill which helps the student use his/her cognitive to determine their learning ability or knowledge. It is not just a simple
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Introduction In my paper‚ there will be three questions asked and answered. The first question is why are personal testimonies important in sharing the gospel? The second question is if a person is a Christian‚ does it matter how they live their life? The third and final question is‚ what can local church do to better communicate God’s love to your community. Let’s look at the answers to the questions.ve to your community? Why are personal testimonies important in sharing the gospel?
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discussed a myriad of topics about theology and Christianity. Our instructor asked us to pick two topics to discuss in depth. Two of the topics that I have really been interested in studying further are the ideas of grace and spiritual gifts. In this paper I will discuss both of these topics in depth‚ including giving a theological definition of each concept‚ giving some biblical foundation of each concept and lastly I will explain some ways I can apply these concepts to my own life. What is grace?
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In this first reflection paper I will be discussing “the fall of man” and “the death of Christ.” I chose these two because I feel as though they go well together. The fall of man represents sin being introduced to man‚ and the death of Christ is where the opportunity to be forgiven of sin is presented. Although I have heard these stories many times before this course has enlightened me on a more in depth look of them both. As mentioned before I have heard the stories‚ but now I have a better understanding
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June 23‚ 2013 IV – Wisdom 8:30 a.m. St. Francis of Assisi Chapel Rev. Fr. Roderick Mercurio Reflection Paper # 2 HOMILY In the homily‚ Father Eric said that in life even the Lord told us the truth that He is the Son of God. He also said that life is really short. He told us that we must wake up and face the truth that because that life is short
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