Within this paper I will be reflecting over the first part of Theology 104. This class has addressed many topics that have given me a better understanding on Christianity, the Bible and most importantly Jesus Christ. I will be addressing two topics that I feel are very important to Christianity the first topic being the Importance of Personal Testimony and the second topic covering the Importance of Maintaining a Christian Lifestyle. Both of those topics I think help lay a foundation for an individual’s walk with Christ.…
The fundamental difference between Christianity and humanism is in their attitude toward the transcendent, toward what might be called the vertical dimension of existence. In the parlance of theology, Christianity is fundamentally theonomous, and humanism is autonomous. As we have already indicated, Christianity with its goal of the salvation of man, relies ultimately upon grace, whereas humanism with its goal of human maturity relies ultimately upon the intuition and ethical will of self-sufficient and independent human nature. It has often been asserted that Christianity is heteronomous and that the humanism that accepts Christianity must also become heteronomous by submitting to an authority “anterior, superior and exterior” to itself. In this connection, a very important distinction must be made, a distinction often overlooked by Roman Catholics and orthodox Protestants and also by many exponents of humanism. The Christian movement arose as a protest against heteronomy, i.e., as a protest against rabbinical legalism and the heteronomy of the Jewish law. It did not call men to the absolute obedience of any earthly authority, any institution, or any man. It confronted men with the necessity of recognizing the inbreaking kingdom of God through its herald, Jesus Christ, and also with the demand for a change of heart in order that this kingdom might be fulfilled. Both the heteronomy of…
The title of Nash’s book is fitting for the content in which it contains. One will not find the traditional arguments that come with Soteriology. Initially, the author thought that he would be reading a book that covers a topic that had been written numerous times and so pleasantly surprised with its content. Nash begins his book with an introduction to three main philosophical views when it comes to the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. Nash does a great job in succinctly defining each of the three main philosophical views. Those views are pluralism, inclusivism, and exclusivism.…
Jon Sabrino and Peter Singer share with readers what it takes to live ethically in a world in which 22,000 children die each day from poverty-related causes. In The Principles of Mercy, Sabrino emphasis that people must no longer turn a naked eye to the problems of the world and they should start living out the gospel. In The Life You Can Save, Singer stresses the importance of giving more money. This paper will first address Sabino’s methods to living ethically, awaking and living the gospel. Then it will cover Singer’s approach the advocates for greater donation of the public.…
Goizueta thoroughly introduced terms like anthropology and praxis that correlate with the theme of walking with Jesus. The term anthropology is effective in Goizueta’s argument because it provides a lens of what it means to be human. He explains the anthropology of Jesus and makes the reader reflect on how Jesus was once like us, living in a community and creating relationships with people. What defines our humanity is the relationships we create with Jesus and in our communities. Jesus understands what it feels like to suffer, therefore it is up to the individual to recognize the agony Jesus faced and accompany him through his journey.…
The Apostle Paul, Saint Augustine, and Martin Luther have been three very important figures in the Christian church. Each went through a unique personal experience that changed the course of their lives. Those experiences were important to them and they should be important to anyone of the Christian faith. In this research paper I will explore these experiences and how they do and do not relate to each other.…
This article reflects the work of and lecture delivered at the University of Notre Dame on October 15 1990 by Professor Dr. Nicholas Lobkowicz. The article titled “Christianity and Culture” was eventually published in the journal “Review of Politics”, Vol. 53, No.2 (Spring, 1991), pp. 373-389. The article reflects the author’s research into the diminishing effects of Christianity on the human experience, and how it has served its historical perspective. Dr. Lobkowicz ascertains that his purpose in this article is that the Church still has an opportunity to engage modernity, while giving witness to human dignity and promoting a more human culture.…
There are many different people in the world today with a varied view of religion. There are perhaps thousands of religious belief sets throughout the world. In the workplace we are confronted with individuals from all walks of life, cultures and religions. There is a woman that I work with by the name of Kiran. She is of Indian descent and I have had the good fortune to become close to her and share the gospel of my God. She is always kind and listens to me preach to her without judgment or condemnation.…
Wuthnow, Robert. Christianity in the 21st Century. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, Inc, 1993. Print.…
In this report I will be comparing and contrasting the similarities and differences between the religious tradition Christianity, with the world view of Secular Humanism.…
The Christian worldview provides some essential elements that need to be understood, in order for this worldview to be accepted. These elements consist of God, humanity, Jesus, and being able to analyze what you understand about these elements. In this essay I will help you understand who God is and some of some of his characteristics. I will also let you know who Jesus is and why he died for the sins of the world. I will tell you why God created humanity, and the Christian worldview purpose is for humanity. God’s ultimate plan in the Christian worldview is restoration. I will explain why restoration is necessary in the Christian worldview, the solution to the human problem and what role grace and faith play in this worldview. Then I will analyze some benefits or strengths of Christian belief, what I find confusing about this worldview and how Christianity can influence a person’s thinking and behavior. I will also provide my opinion of the Christian worldview by letting you know my belief, and how I live my life according to my beliefs.…
[ 21 ]. Ralph D. Winter and Steven C. Hawthorne, eds., Perspectives on the World Christian Movement (Pasadena, CA: William Carey Library, 2009).…
Competing worldviews are breaking out everywhere especially throughout North America. Two sides with vastly differing and incompatible worldviews are being locked in a bitter conflict that permeates every level of society. On one side of the battle is the Christian worldview, and on the other is the Humanist worldview divided into three branches: Secular Humanism, Marxism/Leninism, and Cosmic Humanism. It’s in this essay that we will seek to understand all of the three Humanist worldviews while presenting a strong, honest, truthful, intelligent defense of Biblical Christianity. As believers in and followers of Jesus Christ, we need to consider how our commitment to Him affects not just our political and ethical convictions, but also the way…
Part 2 analyzes a biblical worldview. Creation, the fall, and redemption are essential parts to the Christian perspective. By understand these biblical concepts; a true biblical worldview can be intergraded into a Christian perspective. Part 3 effectively analyzes in depth “the modern world view,” through explaining our motivations (mainly science, technological, and economic growth), dualism (separation of our lives as secular and sacred), and duality (biblical obedience or disobedience) the root of our problem is identified. Parts 1 through 3 prepare us for the conclusion of part 4, which analyzes the Christian perspective through scholarship and how it’s…
In all of human history, Jesus Christ is arguably the most influential and prominent person to have lived. He is seen as the founder of the largest religion in the world, Christianity, and is considered by Catholics to be the Son of God. To Catholics, he is also regarded as the saviour, the redeemer and the fulfillment of God’s promises in the Old Testament which is confirmed through the New Testament scriptural verse, John 3:16. The values Jesus taught are the cornerstone of social justice. To disciples, Jesus’ message of preparing for the kingdom of God is central and at the core of their belief and his teachings are as relevant in modern society as it were 2000 years ago.…
