In this assignment, you will demonstrate your understanding of the Christian worldview, including the main topics you have covered up to this point. You will summarize and analyze the essential elements of the gospel (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration) and reflect on implications for the Christian worldview.
Write a 1,500-2,000-word essay using at least four resources. The four resources need to include at least two course resources (textbook, topic overviews, the Bible) and at least two other sources from the GCU Library to support your points. Remember, the Bible counts as one resource regardless of how many times you use it or how many verses you cite.
Begin your paper with an appropriate introduction, including a thesis statement to introduce the purpose of the paper. Present the gospel essentials (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration), the Christian foundation, and an analysis of the implications of the Christian worldview.
Use the “Gospel Essentials Essay Template.” Based on the Christian worldview, write at least one paragraph for each of the following components.
Nature of God: What is the triune God like? What are God’s characteristics? What is his creation?
Nature of Humanity: What is human nature? What is human purpose? What is the root cause of human problems?
Nature of Jesus: What is Jesus’s true identity? What was Jesus’s kingdom purpose? Why is Jesus’s identity and work significant for the Christian worldview?
Restoration: What is the solution to human problems according to the Christian worldview? What role do grace, faith, and repentance play in Christian salvation? How do Christians think that the transformation of self and society happen?
Christian Foundation: Summarize how the concepts of the gospel essentials (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration) constitute the foundation of the Christian worldview. In other words, how are these concepts essential to the Christian worldview?
Analysis of the Implications of the Christian Worldview: Based on the previous five prompts, analyze the implications of the Christian worldview by addressing each of the following questions:
What are the benefits or strengths of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity?
Compare the Christian concept of salvation in contrast to any other worldview perspective.
How does the Christian worldview influence a person’s thinking and behavior?
What do people find troublesome or confusing about Christianity and why?
Conclusion: Synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.
References
Use at least four required resources to support your claims: at least two course resources (textbook, topic overviews, the Bible) and at least two other sources from the GCU Library.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Review the APA Template for formatting and utilize the attached “Gospel Essentials Template” to complete the benchmark assignment.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following mission critical competencies:
MC1: Critical Thinking
MC2: Effective Communication
MC3: Christian Worldview Knowledge
General Education Program Information
This assignment assesses the following general education competencies:
Christian Worldview
GED5C1: Examine the ideological foundation of the Christian worldview.
GED5C2: Analyze the implications of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity.
Category: Religion and Theology
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“The Gospel Essentials and the Christian Worldview: Understanding the Nature of God, Humanity, Jesus, and Restoration” Introduction The Christian worldview is rooted in the belief that there is one true God who created the universe and all that is in it.
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Finding Your Purpose Introduction Finding your purpose is a journey that many people embark on in their lifetime. It is a process of self-discovery and understanding of one’s values, passions, and goals. Having a sense of purpose can bring fulfillment,
In this assignment, you will have the opportunity to explain how to find your purpose by completing the “Finding Your Purpose” document.
Use topic Resources to support your claims.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
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“Ethical Decision-Making in the Case of the Johnson & Johnson Tylenol Crisis” Ethical Decision-Making in the Case of the Johnson & Johnson Tylenol Crisis Introduction In the fall of 1982, seven people in
Select a case from the “Decision-Making Cases” document, for this assignment.
After you select your case, you will need to complete the “Ethical Decision-Making” document, based on the case you select. To support your claims, perhaps consider using the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20), the book of Proverbs, or other relevant Bible passages.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance. -
Title: Exploring the Concept of the Church as a Family
After reading the Introduction to Chapter 3 in When the Church Was a Family, discuss the following items:
What was your favorite statement or idea from the reading? Explain.
What question(s) would you ask the author about the content from the reading? Explain.
Were you raised in a strong-group or weak-group culture? Explain.
How has your cultural upbringing influenced your relationships with your family and/or your local church?
Please use the two textbooks as sources:
The New Testament in Antiquity (2nd Edition): A Survey of the New Testament within Its Cultural Contexts – Chapters 1 and 2
Burge, Gary M., Green, Gene L.
When the Church Was a Family: Recapturing Jesus’ Vision for Authentic Christian Community- Chapters 1 to 3.
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Title: Exploring New Horizons: My Expectations for this Course
Discuss what you are looking forward to in this course, what you hope to get out of this course, and what you are excited about for this course. If you have reservations about taking this course, feel free to express those here as well.
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“The Kingdom of God: Understanding its Significance and Stages in the New Testament”
Discuss the Kingdom of God and discuss why the Kingdom of God is important for understanding the Bible. Discuss the New Testament vision of the Kingdom of God (including the New Testament stages of the Kingdom).
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Title: “The Power of Authentic Action in Organizational Decision-Making” In today’s fast-paced and complex organizational environments, leaders are constantly faced with the challenge of making decisions that will impact the success and growth of their organizations. However, the
Write 500 words describing how using the
“Authentic Action Wheel” might assist you when making decisions
within your organizational context.
Use Peter
Northouse’s book “Leadership: Theory and Practice,” chapter 2 Authentic Action Wheel” Also one scripture and use the Bible as a reference -
“The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: A Critical Analysis”
Please follow the attached instructions. I’ve provided one reading, please use that as reference. along with an outer source. Please check for proper citations.
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Title: “Effective Leadership: Strategies and Approaches for Success” Introduction: Leadership is a crucial aspect of any organization or team, as it sets the tone for the group’s direction and success. Effective leadership is not just about giving orders
5-7 pages discussing the following ideas provided. Use of of the powerpoints to support the leadership you decide to pick. Also include 2 additional sources. Please and thank you!
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Exploring the Role of Religion and Consciousness in Society and the Natural World
THIS IS THE INTRSUCTIONS GIVEN BY THE PROFESSOR: PLEASE PICK TWO PROMPTS AND RESPOND TO BOTH IN AT
LEAST FIVE PARAGRAPHS EACH
Essay topics
(You will be asked to write a brief essay, in class, on
two of the below. You will not be allowed to copy and paste or use the internet
when taking the exam. So, you will have to write your essay in
class. You can, of course, prepare you essay prior to the exam – there’s
nothing wrong with that!)
1. “What would change
about how we think of ourselves and organize our societies if we gradually
abandoned the labels of religion and moved to the language of ‘mind’ or
‘consciousness’? To follow Emerson: ‘They call it Christianity (or Judaism, or
Islam, or Hinduism, or Buddhism). I call it consciousness.’ What is wrong with
this?” (from Comparing Religions, The Tough Questions, Chapter 2)
2. “Would it change your
relationship to the natural world if you firmly believed that that world was
your larger body? Or God’s body?” (from Comparing Religions, The Tough
Questions, Chapter 4)
3. “How is a religious
experience, say, in a car accident or on a deathbed any different from a
religious experience on a sacred mushroom? Are not fantastic levels of
chemicals operating within your body in both circumstances? So why should we
consider one authentically religious and the other not? Or are simply the
chemicals speaking in both? If your answer is the last one, what does that
mean?” (from Comparing Religions, The Tough Questions, Chapter 4)