1. THE SHOAH - One of the central beliefs of Judaism has been that historical events reflect the will of God. This brings into focus a historical philosophical and religious problem: Why does a purportedly good God allow evil? Explore the philosophical challenges posed by such beliefs in light of twentieth-century history, particularly the Holocaust and the creation of Israel. How do scholars explain the tension between God's existence and care for his people, while at the same time allowing for such atrocities to occur? Which theological theory sounds most plausible?
2. Do a web search for Antisemitism in either America or globally and read a few articles. Post one and comment on it.
In this assignment, you will assess 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 Christian worldview and reflect on implications for your own worldview.
Write a 1,250-1,500-word essay using 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 reference 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.
Organize your paper with the following sections, using the seven underlined titles for subheadings.
Write at least one paragraph for each component using the underlined titles for a subheading.
God: What is God like? What are God's characteristics? What is his creation?
Humanity: What is h
In this assignment, you will assess 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 Christian worldview and reflect on implications for your own worldview.
Write a 1,250-1,500-word essay using 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 reference 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.
Organize your paper with the following sections, using the seven underlined titles for subheadings.
Write at least one paragraph for each component using the underlined titles for a subheading.
God: What is God like? What are God's characteristics? What is his creation?
Humanity: What is h
In this assignment, you will assess 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 Christian worldview and reflect on implications for your own worldview.
Write a 1,250-1,500-word essay using 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 reference 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.
Organize your paper with the following sections, using the seven underlined titles for subheadings.
Write at least one paragraph for each component using the underlined titles for a subheading.
God: What is God like? What are God's characteristics? What is his creation?
Humanity: What is h
Answer the following questions, which correspond with your readings.
1. Why does Martin not begin by offering a definition of religion? Why, according to him, is it almost impossible to provide a definition of religion that fits with the colloquial use of the term?
2. According to Martin, why is it a problem to use our modern term "religion" to refer to pre-modern beliefs and practices? How has the term "religion" (or "religious") changed over time?
3. According to Martin, in what ways has the study of "religion" been influence by the "Christian ideal"? What are the problems with this approach?
4. According to Herling, what makes the study of religion pressing and/or necessary in our world today? Make sure to reference pertinent examples, as these appear on the international scene.
5. What religious type are you? Provide a brief description of your religious (or non-religious) background and perspective. How do you think this influences your views o
Answer the following questions, which correspond with your readings.
1. Why does Martin not begin by offering a definition of religion? Why, according to him, is it almost impossible to provide a definition of religion that fits with the colloquial use of the term?
2. According to Martin, why is it a problem to use our modern term "religion" to refer to pre-modern beliefs and practices? How has the term "religion" (or "religious") changed over time?
3. According to Martin, in what ways has the study of "religion" been influence by the "Christian ideal"? What are the problems with this approach?
4. According to Herling, what makes the study of religion pressing and/or necessary in our world today? Make sure to reference pertinent examples, as these appear on the international scene.
5. What religious type are you? Provide a brief description of your religious (or non-religious) background and perspective. How do you think this influences your views o
Answer the following questions, which correspond with your readings.
1. Why does Martin not begin by offering a definition of religion? Why, according to him, is it almost impossible to provide a definition of religion that fits with the colloquial use of the term?
2. According to Martin, why is it a problem to use our modern term "religion" to refer to pre-modern beliefs and practices? How has the term "religion" (or "religious") changed over time?
3. According to Martin, in what ways has the study of "religion" been influence by the "Christian ideal"? What are the problems with this approach?
4. According to Herling, what makes the study of religion pressing and/or necessary in our world today? Make sure to reference pertinent examples, as these appear on the international scene.
5. What religious type are you? Provide a brief description of your religious (or non-religious) background and perspective. How do you think this influences your views o
You are to create a promotional campaign about the benefits that Ecumenism brings to Australian
society.
Your assessment must include:
An understanding of what Ecumenism is and how it benefits Australian society
Reference to Catholicism plus two other Christian denominations and examples of how
they work together.
Two significant Ecumenical events that have occurred in Australia since 2010.
A number of factors contribute to the challenges face by women in the highest levels of politics and organizations, including gender stereotypes and misperceptions regarding womens skills for the positions.
Read Chapter 6 in the textbook by Scott.
Read the article titled The Most Undervalued Leadership Traits of Women
Write a 3-4 page paper identifying the competencies and skills that are particularly relevant to women. Select a current female political or business leader to provide insight into how they have or have not utilized these skills to their advantage. Ensure the following points are addressed:
Describe the leaders path to leadership
Particular strengths that made them successful or the weaknesses that hindered them in their journey
Strategic leadership capabilities - be specific about this leader
Reputation, accountability and vision of the leader
Ensure to support your work with scholarly academic resources using APA format.
When considering the Shunammite women in II Kings 4:8-37, we find that this womans influence with her husband and within the marketplace, surpassed the gender roles of that time. She urged her husband to be hospitable toward the prophet Elisha, which in turn resulted in the birth and eventual healing of her son.
Is influence always derived from an authoritative position? Does influence truly make a leader, even if its contrary to societal norms? At what point does influence become authority?
Read II Kings 4:8-37.
Read Chapter 3 in the textbook by Scott - Dare Mighty Things
Write 1-2 pages, double-spaced, reflecting on the story of the Shunammite woman.
Paul said in Romans 3:23, ...for we have all sinned and [fallen] short of the glory of God.
Sometimes, we succumb to outside influence that leads us down the wrong path. How can your past mistakes inspire others to lean solely on the leadership of Jesus Christ?
Identify those voices in your life that have positiv
