Casy assumes the role of Jesus Christ in the novel because of his characteristics. As ex-preacher, martyr and philosopher he offers his advices and opinions to others. Following his beliefs that the soul is part of the whole he made a great impact on the characters in the novel, especially on Tom Joad. When Tom was about to be arrested, Jim took the blame on himself just like Jesus took the blame for our sins. He was also innocent just as Jesus but he did it willingly.
Atwood’s constant attention to the power of religious imagery and symbolism is used not only to provide a familiar reference point for the reader, but to critique the society as to how religion can be misused to control a population and there is little or no separation between Church and State. On the most obvious and superficial level, the Bible plays an important role in the naming of objects and people in the Republic of Gilead. The men, according to their role in the society are called “Commanders of the Faithful” who are officially the commanders, “Guardians of Faith” are members of the members of the police force, “Eyes of the Lord” are the secret police who are supposed to spy on the people of Gilead, which is also taken from the Bible and the “Angels” are the soldiers of the army and they have names
Research Question: Compare and contrast the Christian views of salvation versus the Islam views of salvation. With much candour and respect given to religion and the study of religion, over the years, humankind has searched for the need to belong and be a part of something big. Salvation is that which has brought the commencement of such an activity. The word salvation is one taken from the Latin word salvatio; the Greek word sōtēria and the Hebrew yeshu'ah. The significant connection in all three words is in its meaning, which the Oxford Dictionary has defined thoroughly, “preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss; deliverance from sin and its consequences.” The essence therefore is to be saved, salvaged, or redeemed.
They understand the bible is the final authority. This type of counseling can address a range of emotional and spiritual issues. Christian counselors understand that the Bible has a lot of practical wisdom. There are several avenues a Christian counselor can take to help a spiritually oppressed person become a whole person, mind, body, and soul. Three of these avenues are overcoming false guidance, bitterness and rebellion.
I found the practical sections of this book to be extremely helpful. For instance, when Brooks explains the benefit of asking the “so what” question of the good news text, I was motivated to look at a few of my sermons that had already been preached and ask the “so what” question of the text. Brooks is clear that the Bible is the foundation of preaching. This statement as she points out may seem to be one that there is agreement with among preachers, however as is pointed out there are those who believe that good news may come from other sources. It has been my experience in hearing sermons that the Bible is the source of the good news that is proclaimed.
Morality is declining more and more day by day. This is considered the rebellion against God. People are choosing the forbidden fruit per say rather than God’s way, but God will still forgive us anyway. ------------------------------------------------- Write 2-3 sentences explaining the importance of God revealing Himself through covenants. God made major binding agreements with three important people in the bible which built the faith of the people in his word.
Summary The article by Tan (2007) discusses proper and ethically acceptable application of prayers as a form of therapy. The author presents the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from a Scriptural (Biblical) perspective. The key components of scripture-based CBT highlighted in the article are as follows. The first one is the need to underscore the value of God’s love and the establishment of a cordial relationship with the client. Second, conduct a comprehensive recollection and healing of the past events that led to the present problem (s).
Friedrich Nietzsche shares little tidbits of his person opinions through out these aphorisms. It seems to me that many of the readings shared in this section focus in on the religious beliefs of Christianity and he shares his many differences with the church. Areas covered in this reading are topics suck as: Thoughts on the meaning of life, Truth and Untruth, Will to Power, On Interpretation, and Perspectivism. “Thoughts on life” is a section that is very comparable to predestination. “Will to Power” is a section that is parallel to “Thoughts on Life” because is discusses an individuals will to become powerful and make a personal stand for themselves.
But following Jesus in his kingdom is following the way of suffering and selflessness, it is about servitude,, not to be served. For instance David Whenham and Steve Walton says in their book. Page 198. state that when the James and John contended among themselves about who should have the best seats in the Kingdom (Mark 10:35 – 37), Jesus teaches in response that true greatness is about following him in the way of suffering. Hence we now see in ch 10:42-45 the way Jesus would establish his kingdom would be by death on behalf of others. This is not the Gentile way to establish authority [by violence or force] V42.
God also has standards for man regarding morality and/or ethics. He gave us the ability to choose, even knowing that we could choose to disregard His guidelines or Commandments. In Exodus 20:6 we are told how to please God. Though we may please God, in Ephesians 2:8-10, we see what we must ultimately do to atone for man’s fall from God. “How a Christian lives their life reveals their spiritual condition” (Weider & Gutierrez, 2011, p.65).