Week Five Devotional An acronym for Bible is Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth. The Bible is our manual for living and dealing with life on life’s terms. Because we are saved does not mean we will not face persecutions, adversity, hardships, or offenses. On the contrary, Jesus makes it clear that we are going to be persecuted, and told us in John 15:20b, “If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you.” Apostle James in his letter tells us to “count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations (James 1:2).
Question #3: How can understanding this big picture help you as you seek to apply scripture to course content? Answer #3: I find that goal setting is
He believes that good expositional preaching will create pervasive knowledge of the essential truths of scripture that stimulate godly living. Dever argues that expositional preaching is the first and most important mark of a
The force of God’s purpose, will, and capacity for new life is found all throughout the Bible. This is rather just an acknowledgement rather than an instinctual feeling, and while the reading of biblical text is not guaranteed to be inspiring to everyone, it does happen on occasion. The feeling of inspiration is all based off of how the text is being recognized. It is seen that through prayer and preachers, classes and songs, the Bible’s text gives a sense of something “strange and
Scripture to those who believe is the source of hope and strength for the powerless and the poor by reading the text interactively. What we can do through the five varying themes discussed in this book is being able to appreciate the themes and experiences of our Hispanic brothers and sisters in Christ. Clearly, I see Gonzalez’s aim and in the idea of understanding the Bible through one’s own context and perspective. When any reader engages the biblical text in dialogue their conditions and personal perspective will play a role in the understanding of the scripture and how Scripture speaks to them. By understanding this, we can appreciate differences and learn from them as well.
In the Christians’ perspectives, everyone in this world has been sinful since the creation of humanity. However, they also advise people at least try to do good things in life because virtue is always welcomed to the Kingdom of Heaven while bad actions will only lead to the hand of Satan. The Holy Bible is a precious book teaching God’s children about how to stand against earthly depravity and follow God’s rules of morality. Remarkably, Romans 12 and the Sermon on the Mount teach people the most basic conducts to follow in the context of morality—that is speaking nicely, not judging other people, and having mercy to the enemy.
Peter encourages readers to escape corruption. (1:4 and 3:17) Although Peter encourages faithful acts, he reminds readers that God gifts humanity with salvation. (1:3 and 3:15) Peter urges diligence from believers in both the beginning and end of his letter.
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they will see God. These excerpts from the beatitudes are examples of the righteous intentions of God which are used to affirm adherents of Gods legitimate benevolence . For they are not judged nor unfairly treated for the woes, hardships, and sacrifices they experience or conduct within their lives. Morally the Beatitudes foster messages of fairness and exemplifies the essence of “you reap what you sow” which is the basis of Gods justice - Shown through “Blessed are the merciful” and “Blessed are the pure in heart”.
If this is what we want to teach and convey then it is important that the language we use shape these ideals. As one who will be preparing and leading children, youth and adults in worship it is important that I have foundations that are shaping and forming the way in which
Scripture affirms in 2 Corinthians 5:14 that “14 For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died.” Here this verse demonstrates for us that the center of and power behind Christ ministry is
Phillipians 2:3-4 states, “... in humility, value others above yourself, not lookin to your own interest, but each of you to
The two books are often said to be complementary, working hand in hand to bring a specific message to the Christian audience. This essay will be a discussion into the similarities between 2 Peter and Jude. The first similarity noticeable between these two books is their format. These books are letters addressed to believers.
Not only children learn from teachers, teachers also need to learn from children. A successful teacher is willing to learn. Teachers know that they are encouraged to learn for lifetime and not just for a short time as teacher is a life-long learner. Teacher not only gives knowledge to children and also gains knowledge when they
Effective classroom teachers must observe the fundamental
I believe that a teacher’s role is to prepare an environment where children can fully realize their potential
