Eschatology is defined as a branch of theology that outlines the final events of the world and of mankind. It is also the study of the ultimate purpose of the world and God’s intentions. In Christianity‚ eschatology is often viewed as a forbidden subject in the study of theology. On the other hand‚ some regard eschatology as the most influential part of their religious life because they it determines the way in which they live their lives. These people live by a set of rules and ethics set by
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INTRODUCTION In twinkling of an eye… two men in the field‚ one was taken and the other left; two women grinding at the mills‚ one was taken and the other left; plane were crashed because the pilot was taken and the passengers left. One woke up looking for his mother but he find not‚ but his mother’s clothes on bed. Her classmates and teacher were gone but she left. Will you left behind? People of today‚ young or old are busy with their lives doing the same as usual work‚ jobs‚ stuff‚ activities;
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James Davis THEO 202-B07 Short Essay #4 Eschatology: The Destiny of the Unsaved In answering Steve’s comment about the destiny of the unsaved certain definitions need to be dealt with along with reference made available to us and I have just what we need. Steve I understand what you have read and the comment was made from the standpoint of the author “Clark Pinnock.” However‚ if you will allow me to answer your questions in defining words such as; “Hades‚ Gehenna‚ Sheol‚ Eternal punishment
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The Doctrine of The Last Things: Eschatology 1.Introduction The word eschatology means the study of the last things. It derives from eschatos (adjective) meaning last and logos meaning subject or word. Strictly speaking the eschaton is the last age. However‚ in another sense‚ whatever is in the future can generally be subsumed under the word. The first prophecy‚ speaking of the destruction of evil (Gen. 3:15) was strictly speaking an eschatological matter since evil will be defeated
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differences can be seen. The idea of the Christian Hell has evolved from older beliefs. Originally Jews believed all dead people went to a gloomy place called Sheol. During the time of Christ‚ Jews then believed the wicked were separated from the good and put into a foul burning valley called Gehenna. The idea of Gehenna was created for reasons of justice. People realized that the wicked people are not always punished rightfully during their life on earth. The Christian Hell has the same principles today
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Short Essay on Eschatology Any conversation about condemnation to hell is unsettling. The Bible serves as our guide so that we know how to be saved from eternal punishment in hell. In the Bible‚ Jesus urges us to follow His example and share His message with others so that they may be saved. In regards to an unsaved person‚ there are differing thoughts about what happens to their soul after they die. People argue that God sentences the unsaved to eternal punishment‚ others believe in annihilationism
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There are some similarities between Islamic eschatology and Christian eschatology. They believe in: 1. Christ’s Coming Jesus (Isa) will return to over-throw al-Dajjal in the battle of ’Aqabat Afiq’ in Syria‚ or at the Lud gate in Jerusalem according to another account. Jesus will "kill all pigs and break all crosses"‚ confirming Islam as the only true religion. After 40 years Jesus will die and be buried next to Muhammad in Medina (Islam teaches that Jesus didn’t die in A.D. 33 but has been in
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Colorado Springs: The Christian and Missionary Alliance‚ 1992. Boettner‚ Loraine. “Postmillennialism‚” The Meaning of the Millennium: Four Views. Downers Grove‚ IL: InterVarsity‚ 1977. Clouse‚ Robert G.‚ ed. The Meaning of the Millennium. Downers Grove‚ IL: InterVarsity‚ 1977. Draper‚ Kenneth L. “Simpson and Alliance Eschatology” (1998). Available online at http://online.cbccts.ca/alliancestudies/draper/112_esch.html Erickson‚ Millard‚ J _______________. Contemporary Options in Eschatology. Grand Rapids
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Short Essay on Eschatology: Role of Women in the Church Women’s role in the church is continually debated. Scripture points to the idea that woman can be deacons and elders in the church. God created men and women equal and they should be treated as equals on earth. Therefore‚ women can be leaders in the church if that is what God has called them to do. In the New Testament an elder was a person of high esteem in the church. The elder plays a part in the government of the church and oversees the
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University of Iowa‚ and Grace Theological Seminary respectively. In addition‚ in both Iowa and Indiana he serves as an ordained Brethren minister. He is currently a history professor at Indiana State University and "is a student of the history of Christian thought." Clouse has also coedited Protest and Politics and Women in Ministry: Four Views. Summary of the Contents Introduction This chapter began with a very helpful introduction section written by Clouse. It provided some brief definitions
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