It was a new religion in that time and he wanted more people to join and spread his religion everywhere. Another document that would support his point of view is another Christian believer like John or Luke that wrote Jesus’ teachings about the rich and how it’s discouraged by Jesus to be wealthy on earth. Thomas Aquinas, (4) leading Scholastic theologian 1273, wrote that no man should sell what is not his, though he may charge for the loss he suffers. He possibly had this point of view because Roman governors were taking advantage of people in selling food supplies and resources in higher prices and he could no longer provide for his family. It was probably popular at that time to increase prices from trade and he wanted to warn people that getting rich will end in suffering instead of happiness.
Many examples in the book made me consider perspectives that I had never thought of before. In my opinion, this book definitely stirred up a reassurance of my place in society and what can be done to liberate the oppressed. I believe the voices represented in this book can cause negative reactions from some churches because it goes against what is and has been normal. Churches would not really like to change the view of “white” Christ to be a diverse Christ of another race because it would change certain aspects and power. The church is called to be one diverse body of God, but as churches can remain dominant to one race, it becomes difficult to incorporate diversity into what already is established.
In particular, when speaking of Spies, the lines are not as clear as they do not accept the tenets of Christianity but see activities such as prayer or forgiveness as useful to the secular world. Because of this area of debate, the idea of absolutes is not possible. Without absolutes, how can we actually give someone guidance on how and where to go in their lives? Without a spiritual path that is laid out and definite, where does someone with a troubled soul go? I am grateful for the door that the book opens by illustrating how the two worlds of psychology and Christianity can be married yet as in any marriage, there is always areas that are not
Greg has stated because of his religious belief, it is not feasible for him to work weekends. Greg may believe that he has a religious discrimination case but will be difficult to prove in court. Cost Club has gone the extra mile of the scope of the company to accommodate Greg and his beliefs. The company has made provisions for Greg not to work weekends unless it was necessary. Therefore, the company would win this case because it has provided and paid attention to the needs of
He used this to convince other people to switch for a good after life, which is an important thing to them (doc 2). This document suggests that there are options to conversion depending on the religion of the people facing conversion. Muhammad respected “People of the Book” and did not force them into their religion, but they still had to pay tribute. The conversion, though, was required because they had wars against unbelievers. I would not trust this document though, for it is one sided.
Both of these chapters were about culture knowledge and how we can’t accept other cultures because we think our way is the right way. They both used to be obstacles that stand in front of us and stop us from getting what we want. Now these problems are still affecting our lives. When we go to our church and get use to the programs and
On the same note, property owned by the government is not usually able to be taken to meet these obligations. The debt holders in a sovereign government can only take legal action in order to receive payment when the government allows them to. Everybody wants to buy a new car, a new house, have furniture and electrical appliances that are top of the line, travel, and do everything that money can provide. It is our consumption dream. However, people should have the notion that the life does not work in the idea of "I want", but more of in the idea of "I am able to".
Practicing Faith on the Frontier It is difficult enough to practice your faith even in the best of times. Attempting to practice your faith while being threatened with eviction from your land, or even death, undoubtedly complicates the issue. The notion of Freedom of Religion did not seem to apply to the Mormon populace in the 1800s. It is another case in point of the conflicts generated by a set of religious beliefs that are somewhat unconventional. The two most celebrated Mormons in the 1800s were Joseph Smith and his loyal disciple Brigham Young.
Making college free would be a handout to many that did not want to go to college and would not take college seriously. A college education should not be free to everyone because going to college is a choice and an investment in ones future; it requires discipline and self -sacrifice with hard work by many. Making college free has been a growing issue between many college students and their parents. Many believe that if college was made free than more students would go and the minority groups would have a better chance at getting educations then they do right now. What many college students and parents know, but do not choose to accept, is that many states have colleges with free or discounted tuition.
God and prayer has been taken out of our schools and society, which I feel may have a dramatic input on the issues on the issues that are present in our society and economy today. I know that there are many different religions that exist, but ultimately there is only one God and God is God all by himself. There’s a saying, “if a family prays together they will stay together”, this saying should apply to society as well. If this country would pull together and get on one accord, it would contribute to a much better society. Another way this country could become a better place is if everyone were treated equally.