What was their leadership style? What 3 lessons were learned from their leadership? What legacy did they leave?

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REL 110: Module 2–Essay

Instructions:
Module 02 Scriptural Spotlight

Write a 1-page, single-spaced summary, responding to the questions below, following MLA format.

Submit your completed assignment to the drop box below by the specified due date.

  • Eli (Chapters 1-3 [4])
  • Samuel (Chapters 2-9)
  • Saul (Chapters 9-16)
  • David (Chapters 16-2 Samuel)

1) What was their leadership style?
2) What 3 lessons were learned from their leadership?
3) What legacy did they leave?

Explain the role of the doctrine of revelation in the task of doing theology. Using the assigned readings in addition to two to three credible sources from the GCU Library, discuss the strengths and potential pitfalls of using each of the four sources for the task of doing theology.

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ASSIGNMENT

Respond to the following prompts. In addition to the references found in your reading assignments, you should also reference the Bible, and at least three other scholarly sources.

It is important to cite your sources in order to avoid intentional or unintentional plagiarism, either of which is a violation of the University Code of Conduct.

Part 1: Revelation (250-300 words total)

 

Explain the role of the doctrine of revelation in the task of doing theology.

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Part 2: The Four Sources (400-500 words total)

Using the assigned readings in addition to two to three credible sources from the GCU Library, discuss the strengths and potential pitfalls of using each of the four sources (Scripture, tradition, experience, and reason) for the task of doing theology.

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Part 3: Scripture (250-300 words total)

Drawing from your assigned readings, especially Wright, provide a theologically rich account of the authority of Scripture as canon and how we as Christians engage in the task of theology (both individually and as a church) in light of the big story of Scripture.

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When was the book written insofar as that can be known? What evidence suggests this date or date range? Describe in as much detail as possible what was going on in Israelite history and culture when this book was written.

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Biblical Profile

MINOR PROPHETS

BIBLE 200

Each of you will select one of the minor prophet listed below to research your assigned book using only the indicated pages of the Sumney textbook and the corresponding Bible Project video which may be found here: (https://bibleproject.com/explore/book-overviews/). No other sources should be consulted.

Students will write a 2-page report in their own words on their chosen books using the information provided in Sumney and in Bible Project videos. Each paper should address the following:

  • Authorship – Who wrote the text insofar as that can be known? What can be known about the author and how do we know it?
  • Date – When was the book written insofar as that can be known? What evidence suggests this date or date range? Describe in as much detail as possible what was going on in Israelite history and culture when this book was written.
  • Occasion – What social or historical circumstances prompted the author to write this text? What problems was Israel facing? What/who does the prophet criticize, praise, or encourage?
  • Purpose – What did the author intend to accomplish by writing this text?
  • Theological Themes – What are the main theological themes found in the text? How are they expressed (e.g., judgement oracles, visions, prophetic signs, etc.)? Be as specific as possible.

Use complete sentences and your best grammar that addresses those five topics in that order. Your report should be completed in a Word Document using 12-point Times Roman font and should use your own words. Do not copy sentences directly from the textbook or the video. But, so long as you stick to those two sources, no citations are required. A grading rubric is provided on Brightspace for this assignment. Submit the assignment on Brightspace by 11:59 pm on the due date listed on your syllabus.

Students who plagiarize from any source (print or online) or copy from another student’s paper will fail the class. Do whatever you can to avoid the impression of cheating. Do not consult unapproved sources. If you have friends in the class, choose to write on different prophets.

 

 Hosea – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 145-146 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/hosea/

Joel –  see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 161-164 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/joel/

Amos –  see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 142-145 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/amos/

Obadiah – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 155-157 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/obadiah/

Micah – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 146-148 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/micah/

Nahum – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 155-157 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/nahum/

Habakkuk – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 155-157 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/habakkuk/

Zephaniah – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 155-157 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/zephaniah/

Haggai – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 161-164 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/haggai/

Zechariah – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 161-164 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/zechariah/

Malachi – see Sumney, p. 141-142 and p. 161-164 – https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/malachi/

 

 

Explain the religious themes, meaning, and/or symbolism that exist within the film/song. Based on your opinion, why do you think religious elements were used in the creation of this piece of pop culture.

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Religious symbolism

Choose a film or song from popular culture that contains some form of religious symbolism. Try to choose one you like and are familiar with on a personal level.

  • Explain the religious themes, meaning, and/or symbolism that exist within the film/song.
  • Based on your opinion, why do you think religious elements were used in the creation of this piece of pop culture.
  • Each answer should consist of at least 2-3 paragraphs. Aim for at least 4-5 sentences per paragraph.

 

Cite the encyclical or church document the discussion is based on and any other sources you may have to support your discussion post.

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Familiaris Consortio

Based on your reading of Familiaris Consortio – Familiaris Consortio (https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_19811122_familiaris-consortio.html) what have you learned about The Role of Christian Family in the Modern World?

Your initial post in response to the question should not be less than 250 words. Embed image(s) in your discussion post as you please. Break your initial discussion post into paragraphs.
Cite the encyclical or church document the discussion is based on and any other sources you may have to support your discussion post. You should have at least one work cited or reference or bibliography as part of your initial discussion post. Write the heading for the bibliography as References.

Note: The references should be peer-reviewed journal articles, a book, or a church document. Just website links are not acceptable. The references should be in APA Format. Check this link for – APA Style.

Describe and summarize word-study fallacies and why it is important to avoid committing these particular fallacies when interpreting the Bible. How can avoiding this fallacy help you to read and live God’s word better?

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Discussion 4

In this Topic, you looked at various types of family crisis (domestic violence, substance abuse, loss of a loved one, etc.). GCU believes that God redeems and restores men and women in Christ, creating them anew for the good works He has prepared them to do, therefore the work of the Christian is a part of God’s calling by which he/she can glorify God and meet others’ needs. How can a mental health worker with the Christian worldview use this philosophy to assist families in crisis? How does the Christian worldview mesh with how spirituality can be used as a resource throughout the family life cycle? Discussion Question 1

After analyzing the family life cycle throughout this course, which life stage do you feel would be the most challenging to work with as a mental health worker? Explain your answer. In regards to the life cycle you selected for analysis, why did you select this life stage? What did you learn about the challenges of this life stage that you didn’t already know? Discussion Question 2

Now that we are through the majority of the class, discuss something that you have learned about biblical interpretation that has helped you to know and live according to God’s word. Is there anything that you have learned that has corrected your thinking? Is there anything that you have learned that has challenged you? Discussion 3

Describe and summarize word-study fallacies and why it is important to avoid committing these particular fallacies when interpreting the Bible. How can avoiding this fallacy help you to read and live God’s word better? Examine a biblical word without committing this fallacy.

 

Define and describe Eastern Christianity, including at least 4 features of this branch of Christianity. What makes Eastern Christianity unique?

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TEST

Answer 3 of the following essay questions
Each answer should use 12 size font and double-spacing.
Each answer will be graded for content and grammar using the posted rubric.
Each answer should have at least 600 words

1.Define and describe Eastern Christianity, including at least 4 features of this branch of Christianity. What makes Eastern Christianity unique?
2. Develop a comprehensive definition for Roman Catholicism, including at least 4 features about this branch of Christianity. What is unique about Roman Catholicism unique?
3. What is Protestant Christianity? Discuss 4 major features of Protestant Christianity. What makes this branch of Christianity unique?

What points of application can be made using the “Four Questions for Application?” State and explain 1 point of application for each of these four questions.

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Apply Acts 9:36-43 and answer 4 questions

What points of application can be made using the “Four Questions for Application?”

State and explain 1 point of application for each of these four questions.

-explanation for each of these points should be 1 paragraph (150-300 words) in length.

  1. The question of duty
  2. The question of character
  3. The question of goals
  4. The question of discernment

 

Are you persuaded by Troeltsch’s view on religion? If yes, explain why. If not, explain why not.

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Hinduism

Are you persuaded by Troeltsch’s view on religion? If yes, explain why. If not, explain why not. To answer, ponder upon what you find in Hinduism. Limit the essay to 400 words but no less than 300 words.

Explain how a family structure is upset by late adulthood. Provide examples. How can a mental health worker assist a family dealing with these challenges?

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Discussion Question 4

Explain how a family structure is upset by late adulthood. Provide examples. How can a mental health worker assist a family dealing with these challenges? Discussion Question 1

Imagine you are a mental health worker assigned to a family dealing with an older adult diagnosed with dementia. List some of the challenges each family member will face as a result of the diagnosis (spouse, children, grandchildren, siblings). What local resources are available that you could refer your clients to? Why are these resources beneficial? Discussion Question 2

After completing the readings, identify one major interpretive element of the Epistles and how this can be used to better understand and teach God’s word. Discuss in your own experience how a pitfall related to this element of interpretation occurred within exegesis that led to eisegesis, as well as how this problem could have been resolved or avoided.

Base your response on the Topic Overview and the textbook readings. Cite references from your reading to support your answer. Discussion Question 3
Discuss the term literal as it relates to interpretation in Revelation. Base your response on the Topic Overview and the textbook readings. Cite references from your reading to support your answer.