...What Specific Action(S) Should Christians Take Regarding The Environment And Its Preser Abstract Christian are required by God's law to obey the laws of man. Furthermore, the United States Government has Federal and State organization that will help protect our environment. There are many ways that Christian can protect the earth's environment and restore the earth national resources. For an example, Christians could recycle many natural resources; buy vehicles that are more efficient and not being wasteful is all very important. Christians cannot be disillusioned that everyone thinks the same way and there viewpoint are the same. There are many non-Christians that belief that there is a need protect the earth and we will have endless supplies of natural resources. Finally, Christians realize that efforts to protect the earth may not be enough, so we must prepare and plan to restore natural resources. As Christian followers of God, we must educate others about conserving the earth's natural resources. What Specific Action(S) Should Christians Take Regarding The Environment And Its Preservation Or Restoration? Could you imagine Jesus Christ driving a car that is not environmental friendly? According to the Christian faith, Jesus Christ was the only perfect person that ever lived on the earth that was perfect. Therefore, Christians understand that to be Christ like, it would mean Christian would have to preserve the environment and if necessary contribute...
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...Chérie Headley-Woodlief CNS241 – Dialectic Behavioral Therapy October 26, 2011 Dr.’s Troy Reiner & Jim Anderson Christian Mindfulness Christian mindfulness. Can it exist within the context of biblical scriptures; within the context of God’s nature and ways? Mindfulness in biblical form can actually deepen our connection with God, allowing humankind spiritual inspirations by God personally and mindfully reflecting upon God’s nature, will, and creation. The Psalms within God’s Word show just such personal and spiritual reflections: Praise him, sun and moon! Praise him, all you twinkling stars! Praise him, skies above! Praise him, vapors high above the clouds! Let every created thing give praise to the Lord, for he issued his command, and they came into being…Praise the Lord from the earth, you creatures of the ocean depths, fire and hail, snow and clouds, wind and weather that obey him, mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars, wild animals and all livestock, small scurrying animals and birds (Psalm 148:3-5 & 7-10, NLT). The trees of the Lord are well cared for- the cedars of Lebanon that he planted. There the birds make their nests, and the storks make their homes in the cypresses. High in the mountains live the wild goats, and the rocks form a refuge for the hyraxes. You made the moon to mark the seasons, and the sun knows when to set. You send the darkness, and it becomes night, when all the forest animals prowl about. Then the...
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...are Level I: The Contributions Approach and Level II: The Social Action Approach. Rather than attempt to define multicultural education, these approaches have been broken down into levels, that allow different conceptions in the decision making process when implementing multicultural education program. This essay will examine the two approaches,...
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...violation to our Constitution). Others would argue that because our legal system is not perfect we should not risk putting to death someone who may be innocent. On the reverse side, the two most common reasons to support the death penalty would be first, it is a just punishment and acts as a deterrent for further crimes that meet that nature. Still others argue the "eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth" argument; which is biblically based but certainly out of context in this argument. An important question is "where might a Christian come down on this issue?" The answer is not as easy as one might expect. This pastor will attempt to answer that very question using The Sermon on the Mount, and additionally the texts, Ethics, Choosing The Good and evangelical ethics. The expectation is that a conclusion will be raised however as Davis quoted Geoffry Bromiley, "The commands of God have to be worked out in the stuff of daily life....Some guidance must be offered even if in the last resort the...
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...the Christian community is the mandate for service that comes directly from Jesus' teachings. In Mark 9:33-34, we are told that the disciples were arguing about which of them was the greatest. Jesus response to this was that "If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all." Jesus Himself lived an exemplary life in serving others .In John 13, Jesus began washing His disciple's feet to demonstrate that even though He was Lord and Master, His role was also to be a servant to all and one must serve to be like Him. When He was asked what the greatest commandment is, Jesus said; that the Greatest is to love God, and the second is to love your neighbour as yourself (Matthew 22:34-40). The reason why serving the Christian community is so important, it has to do with the nature of God. In 1 John 4:7, as well as in other places, we are told that, "God is love." In verses 20-21 we are told the impact. "If anyone says, "I love God," yet hates his brother, he is a liar. For anyone who does not love his brother, whom he has seen, cannot love God, whom he has not seen. One must note that, if we have authentic love for others, then serving in the Christian community would become appealing. Overall, the reason for serving the Christian community is because through His love Christ gave His life that we might be able to live with Him and He wants us to share that love with others by serving in whatever ways we can.Mother Teresa states that: “Prayer in action is love...
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...just prince, in response Erasmus authored the Education of a Christian Prince , a guide for Charles V on how to become a prince of virtue. Throughout the text, Erasmus promotes the benefits of a good education in order to become a virtuous leader. A century later in the aftermath of the 30 years’ war, German author Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen penned The Adventures of Simplicius Simplicissimus which told the education of an innocent who by his experiences in the 30 years’ war. In his work Erasmus would for call for the education a prince in some specific way the main, three being Christianity, honor and nobility and philosophy in order to be virtuous. Simplicius...
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...The morality play Everyman follows the traditional layout of a medieval social drama. The makeup of a social drama consists of a breach, crisis, redressive action, reintegration and a schism. The breach of Everyman is seen when Everyman, is noticed by God that he in turn lives a sinful Christian life and that Everyman must be called upon to his day of reckoning. God states; “Drowned in sin, they know me not for their God; / In worldly riches is all their mind, / They fear not my righteousness, the sharp rod.” (Everyman 26-8). The calling of Everyman to his day of reckoning signifies in the social drama that that particular issue is what needs to be changed. The breach leads to the crisis in a social drama. The crisis in the morality play is...
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...Stephen R. Mink Christians and the Environment Liberty University Abstract: The environment is degrading mostly due to human causes. Christians have contributed to the problem, whether they realize it or not, and must become part of the solution. Awareness should be raised among people and in the church about environmental problems and things that can be done prevent further damage. Many small steps can be taken daily, such as recycling and saving power, which add up as more people do them. Causes, like the Evangelical Environmental Initiative, can be joined where Christians can volunteer their time and support. There are many things that cause problems and the sooner we rally support for environmental protection the sooner these problems can be remedied. This generation is paying for pollution but future generations, especially the poor, will suffer far worse if nothing is done. Christians should tend to the earth God created and have hearts of service which give a testimony for Christ. Paper: God gave mankind dominion over the earth He created. Over the past few generations humanity has failed in caring for the environment and many lack the initiative to make a change. Issues such as pollution, wastefulness, and attitudes of indifference must be addressed in hopes of reversing and preventing further environmental damage. Many Christians volunteer their time and support to combat these problems but there are those who bear a stigma against environmentalism or...
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...Message), 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NKJV), Romans 12:9-21 (NKJV) Exegetical Idea: Every Christian must change their whole lives must make a change; they cannot be living a worldly life. When Christians commit their whole life to learning the Word and really meditating on the Scriptures their life will change for the better. Pedagogical Idea: With the rest of the world living a sinful life, Christians must learn how to live a sacrificial life for God and take accountability for their actions. Lesson AIM(s): Cognitive (Head): Students will discover and discuss the Christian life in Romans 12. Affective (Heart): Students will make a commitment with each other to stay accountable in their actions. Behavioral (Hands): Students will meet each week to discuss how they took challenge to change their life’s and completely surrender themselves to God. They will also keep in contact with each other through Facebook, by praying for each other daily and discussing what is going on in their lives. Hook: 1. A word association game: a. When you hear the word “sacrifice,” what comes to your mind? b. I think of dying, losing and surrendering. All things that do not exactly warm our hearts. Our hearts on their own are not prone to want to sacrifice anything. Transition: Today we will be discussing how hard it is to be a Christian in today’s world and how exactly we can, as Christians live a sacrificial life for God. Book: Content Outline 1. Background of text ...
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...Monique Hall English 101 LOU Actions that Christians Should Take to Preserve and Restore the Environment Claim The topic of discussion weighs heavily on anthropologist, activist, politicians and those whose movement is geared to the preservation of the environment. As a result of the decomposing environment, the question of whose responsibility has moved from environmentalist those driven by scientific finding to Christians those whose love for Christ must now include the earth and inhabitants. God has supplied all our needs on completion of creating the earth, now the environment is at risk due to advance technology, pollution and climate control. As a believer of Christ there has to be a way that we can protect and restore what is being done to the Holy land. Forest are being destroyed to build up communities to meet the needs of our growing population. In which the land is suffering from the loss of trees that produce oxygen and keep the animals safe. According to Tikell, if something happens rapidly it is hardly recognized, but if it happens at a slower rate that is when it is noticed. (Tickell, 1990) The growth of a tree does not happen overnight, there is a process from seed time to the full development of a sprouting tree. In the same manner, the decomposition of the earth through decades of unfiltered toxins, fuels, limited regulations on air quality has sparked the...
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...Shylock, a Villain? Merchant of Venice is tragic comedy which probably takes time in 15th century due to when Shakespeare, the author - was alive. The play is about Bassanio who needs to loan money from his friend Antonio to propose to Portia. Unfortunately Antonia has all his wealth invested in ships at sea and most therefore borrow money from a moneylender called Shylock. At the time Christians could not take interest in lending, whereas Shylock is a Jew and therefore has the opportunity to lend. Instead of taking interest Shylock agrees upon taking a pound of flesh instead - if not the sum it not paid back within three months. It is central to mention that at the time the Jews were treated poorly by the Christians, and thus Shylock is lending the money to Antonio and keeping his promise he ends up being the “bad guy” in the play. But is Shylock really a villain? Shylock is treated very badly by the Christians throughout the play because he is a Jew. Antonio despises Shylock for being a Jew, instead of referring to his name - Shylock is called a dog, the devil or the villain Jew. The Christians kick Shylock, spits on him and mock him for no other reason than that he is a Jew. Shylock hates Antonio for this, including that Antonio lend money for free which is bad for Shylock’s business. When Antonio ask for a loan Shylock ask answer this:“ Fair sir, you spat on me on Wednesday last; You spurned me such a day; another time You called me dog; and for these courtesies I’ll lend...
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...Ethics and AACC Code of Ethics; what are the Similarities and Differences? Abstract The American Counseling Association Code of Ethics (ACA Code) and the American Association of Christian Counselors Code of Ethics (AACC Code) has many similarities as well as differences. Codes of ethics are designed to protect the client, counselor and the profession. This report will compare and contrast three separate areas within each of the two ethics codes. All areas of the ethics codes are important; however the three that have been chosen are of particular interest to the writer. Two of the areas that are addressed, confidentiality and sexual intimacies, come from duties to the client and the last area, reporting colleagues, comes from duties to the profession. ACA CODE OF ETHICS AND AACC CODE OF ETHICS, WHAT ARE THE SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES? In the field of counseling, either secular counseling or Christian counseling ethics play a large and vital role. The ACA Code serves five main purposes. The five purposes are summed up as, clarification to members the nature of ethical responsibilities, helps support the mission of the association, establishes principles that define ethical behavior, serves as an ethical guide to help members construct a professional course of action and the ACA Code serves as the basis for processing ethical complaints and inquiries initiated against members of the association...
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...interest in things that would normally motivate them to action, a lack of attention and/or production on and off of the job and at home, as well as in other areas of life where the same people would normally thrive. Sometimes physical affects are the results of depression. Things such as weight loss, achiness, and other symptoms that are unexplainable to physicians are often attributed to depression. It is estimated that 6.7 percent of Americans who are over the age of 18 suffer at some point from depression in any given year.[1] Christians are not immune to depression or its affects. Pastors and Christian counselors often meet people who face depression for a variety of reasons, up to and including sin. Inside of the Christian circle there are many different views and methods on handling depression. Some view depression as an illness, and say that it is something that cannot be controlled by the person who is experiencing it. Others say that depression is always the result of some type of sin guilt, and that the person who experiencing depression has a need in one way or another to release this sin and ask for forgiveness. Even as it relates to hardship or things that are out of the counselee’s control, proponents of this view say that the depressed person did or does not trust God and reacted to the problem in a sinful way, and therefore is depressed because of their failure to handle things in a Godly way. Christians who have this view for the most part are not attempting...
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...Gospel» (Italian Episcopal Conference, Evangelizzazione e testimonianza della carità, no. 9). 'By its very nature' means that the Church’s charitable work carries and shows the traces of God's love –love that is God - not by virtue of a superimposed, extrinsic, intentionality, but because it consists in an action whose ultimate subject is God, the Trinity. It is therefore important that Catholic charitable organizations, when planning each project, also raise questions as to its evangelization dimension, precisely because this is the unique mission of the...
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...I am going to explain a few aspects of two separate religions. These two religions being Christianity and Buddhism. I will give information on the characteristics of the God or follower, talk about how one should live in accordance with their practice and finally, the Life after Death. One interesting thing that I would like to point out is that thought these are very different religions, they have similar underlying patterns. Both believe that there was a savior or someone to follow in the footsteps of, being Buddha for Buddhist and Christ for Christians. Both believe, in different respects, which we are only here in temporarily. I will explain more so that it will make sense. In my opinion, as I compare and contrast these two religions, you will capture that in both religions have a strong focus upon being humbled to certain degrees in order to achieve something greater. Every religion has a story, I’ll start with Buddhism, which began before Christianity. It dates back to the 6th century BCE and Christianity was founded in about 30-33 AD. Buddhism’s founder was a Gautama Buddha named Prince Siddhartha. Who was born into a royal family in Lumbinia, now known as Nepal. At age 29, he realized that wealth and luxury did not guarantee happiness, so he explored the different teaching religion and philosophies of the day, to find the key to human happiness. After six years of study and meditation, he finally found the middle path and was enlightened. After englightment, Buddha spent...
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