There are lots of different interpretations of which source of morality is the greatest for use within the contemporary world. There are also two main categories these sources fall into; intellectual or instinctual. The Bible “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for training in righteousness, in order that the man of God may be fully qualified, equipped for every good work.” For orthodox Protestants (Jehovah’s witnesses) and Evangelical Christians they affirm the Bible, first and foremost, as the inspired narrative of God's loving plan of redemption for His creation. These sects of Christianity tend to believe that the Bible is the only method that should be used when making ethical decisions, with writer Carl F. H. Henry calling ‘biblical ethics’ ‘Christian ethics.’ There is a diversity of approaches in the Bible which Christians can use to make ethical decisions; the Old Testament which includes the Decalogue, many of which have been applied in practical law today (‘thou shalt not kill’); and the New Testament involving the teachings of Jesus and St. Paul and the Golden Rule (‘treat others how you’d like to be treated’). The Bible is the witness to the central events of the Christian faith.
It wasn’t his writings alone, however, that sparked the faith in these people. His determined and considerate personality also contributed to the conversion of thousands. Through his journey through religion, C.S. Lewis transformed from a skeptic atheist, to a fruitful Christian and hero. His name stands the test of time, and will be remembered for generations to
“Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Tim 4:16, KJV). In this vein, this paper will examine the validity of Charles Spurgeon’s theological foundations for Pastoral Ministry and their relevance for today’s pastor. A comprehensive analysis of two specific theological foundations from Spurgeon will corroborate their critical relevance for the success of today’s Pastoral Ministry. Spurgeon
Introduction My purpose in writing this paper is to examine one of the most significant passages of scripture in one of the most significant books in the New Testament. Romans 1:14-17 can be described as the mission statement of the Apostle Paul in all of his missionary endeavors. Understanding this passage is the key in understanding the core Christian doctrines that the Apostle Paul would articulate in this letter to the Romans. In this report, I intend to answer the following questions: What is the gospel? How does the power of the gospel translate to sinful man?
As Christians, we are servants of the almighty. In that role, we service the poor, the unjust, and politically victimized. As the book admonishes us, we see the OT evidence where Israel was God’s servant (Isaiah 41:8-10). Wright proves his point in the book with the overall theme of the bloodline history that exist between OT and NT and how it gives us a better understanding
Temporarily, he worked as a legal apprentice before deciding to return to Yale University in 1808 as a graduate student where he obtained a Masters of Arts degree. Feeling like he’s calling was to the ministry and after some hesitation he decided to enter the Theological Seminary at Andover in 1811. He became an ordained minister at the age of twenty-seven years old. Gallaudet, working as a traveling salesman, returned to Hartford, Connecticut where he met a prominent physician, Dr. Mason Cogswell and his daughter, Alice Cogswell. Alice Cogswell was believed to be 4 years old at the time (some say she was 9).
Martin Luther is considered one of the greatest Christian minds in all of history. Martin Luther was the founder of Protestantism. But to better understand Martin Luther, one has to go back to the time period he lived in, and the culture that surrounded him. After that, the reasons for his beliefs can be better understood, and his life begins to make sense. Finally after one learns about Luther’s life and culture, he can then begin to see the effect Luther’s life had on the culture of his day that have remained strong unto the present.
Robert Concepcion Professor Makin YMN 233 February 16, 2009 My name is Robert Concepcion, and I was born in the Bronx on September 4, 1986. I was adopted a couple of months later, by Puerto Rican family. However, my biological father and mother were French, Irish and Dominican respectively. My adoptive grandfather took care of me after school; I was lavished with love and comfort by my adoptive grandfather. In the sixth grade, when I was eleven years old, every Sunday my mother started taking my sister and me to Holy Name Catholic Church.
Biblical Worldview Antonio Robinson Liberty University Biblical Worldview A worldview is a scheme of principles that direct a person’s life and any major decision that they make. The Book of Romans was written by the Apostle Paul, which was the most influential Christian of all the ages except for the Lord, Jesus Christ. This book gives an account of how Christians should believe and act as the way they do. The letter to the Romans was his work of art that summarized numerous essential Christian beliefs. Paul states, “I must tell the good news to everyone” (Romans 1:13-15).Through the works of Paul, one can gather insights into his approaches on the natural world, human identity, human relationship, culture, and an understanding of one’s
The Power of God Contrell Shumate Sr. Liberty University The Power of God Introduction As I begin to study in the subject of theology 104, it was very interesting in learning about the power of God and how it applies in our life. Within this reflection paper, I will be pointing out three areas of theology that is important in the learning of God. The first principle that I will be talking about, is did Jesus claimed to be God? The second principle is does the Bible have authority? And last but not least, why are personal testimonies important in sharing the gospel?