Most Christian scripture speaks of peace and love rather than of war. Little that is attributed to Jesus really advocates violence; most advocates peace‚ love‚ and service to others. How‚ then‚ has Christianity managed to be so violent? Justifying violence and war hasn’t been very hard‚ unfortunately. The fact that these religions also offer many statements on behalf of peace‚ love‚ and non-violence doesn’t change this. Religions offer contradictory statements on all issues‚ allowing people to find
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possible for Christians Many of us are under the illusion that Christians cannot be discouraged or even depressed. But the journey to the Kingdom of God could be weary and boring. The journey is not a straight dash but rather a marathon. There are several causes of discouragements on the journey‚ such as job‚ financial‚ children‚ relationships‚ loneliness‚ trials‚ betrayal by brethren‚ and several other burdens. For these reasons‚ we must understand that there are strong and weak Christians‚ and those
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A. Summary of Beliefs in First Philosophy Education Paper My initial beliefs reflected that an effective Christian educator would support three specific conditions to promote learning of all students. The three essential conditions included a foundation of respect‚ being an active listener‚ and engaging in a “fail forward” attitude. Student learning is a multi-faceted paradigm that requires varying approaches. In order for educators to effectively meet the needs of each student‚ they must proficiently
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hold. Furthermore‚ it is the foundation of one’s judgment that affects what he believes about God‚ behavior‚ decision making‚ judgement‚ moral‚ opinions‚ values‚ social structure‚ politics‚ and educational requirements. Each individual has a different worldview‚ just like the people who have different religions. Yes‚ there is a clear Christian worldview. Christians view the world as a comprehensive and complex from a Christian standpoint. They filter their day through bible phrases and coordinates
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from reading the bible. In the decades of the 20th century‚ Christian Science churches sprang up in communities around the world and really had a lot of growth in Africa. Though in the last several decades the membership decline the membership the church has about 85‚000 membership. The Church of Christ Scientist words believe as
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Wilson.Session1.Journal As I think about an event or experience that has influenced me in my academics and goals at CCU‚ I first must tell you what my goal is. My ultimate goal is to become a Christian Counselor‚ serving my Father well and able to support my family in that capacity. So Many events and life experiences contribute to my new found goals. Life lessons spring from relationships‚ and there are too many relationships to count. Family and friends‚ classmates‚ teammates and coworkers
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phrase has sparked one of the greatest debates in American history. Is America a Christian nation? One question has divided the nation and its politicians since the founding and forming of America. This fiery debate has sparked more controversy than any other debate in modern politics. When the facts are analyzed and examined it points to the side that America was not‚ and is not a Christian nation. It is not a Christian nation because the Founding Father’s ideas for this country were no meant to
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that Christians should follow are the guidelines set in the Bible. However‚ it seems that some Christians within the body of Christ have embraced relativism because of living in a post-modern society. Therefore‚ the Bible is no longer perceived as the absolute truth neither are the scriptures considered applicable for a universal standard for ethical values. Granted there are at least four ethical standards within the text that seemingly support my personal ethical standards as a Christian. Certain
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humans‚ see the world and interpret our lives. A Christian worldview has the same premise but sees God as the Alpha and the Omega. Our whole sense of being is based upon the belief in the Holy Trinity and we were created by God in his image. We are here on this earth to promote his love and good deeds through our actions and our beliefs. The flags in the “Story of the Bible”; Creation‚ Fall and the Covenants are important to us as Christians because of their historical and spiritual value.
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History essay 4 In nineteenth century‚ paternalism also calls "Christian guardianship". In quote "The concept of paternalism denied that the form of slavery practiced in the South was brutal and exploitative."(404) As we can see‚ paternalism was kind of hegemonism. It was implicit criticism individual freedom and rights. Also embodies the result of chauvinism. Paternalism was applied to the system of beliefs‚ which serve in slavery in American. On the other hand‚ chivalry its follows was the
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