I believe the two concepts are similar in that they are both referring to the relationship of humanity with God, self, others, and the environment (Maturana, 1988; Yarhouse & Sells, 2008). The two concepts however are also different. Shalom refers to the quality of the relationship, “living in proper relationship” (Yarhouse & Sells, p. 24) . Shalom has an implication for the here and now as well as for the future. Yarhouse and Sells use an image from Wolterstorff’s book Until Justice and Peace Embrace to highlight the Shalom that is possible to be experienced in the here-and-now is not complete. They speak of the time, when Shalom will be complete, when humanity “will no longer flee God down the corridors of time” (Yarhouse & Sells, p.24).
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237), I would say that I agree because the Gospel message is the embedded in love. As Christians, we believe that it was God’s love for humanity, that led him leave heaven, and become human in order to reconcile us back with God. Additionally, I wonder if this statement is also alluding to the passage in Matthew 22 where Jesus answers the question regarding the greatest commandment. In answering the question, Jesus explains that “the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments” (verse 40), referring to loving God and loving our neighbors. I believe we continue to reflect God’s love when
237), I would say that I agree because the Gospel message is the embedded in love. As Christians, we believe that it was God’s love for humanity, that led him leave heaven, and become human in order to reconcile us back with God. Additionally, I wonder if this statement is also alluding to the passage in Matthew 22 where Jesus answers the question regarding the greatest commandment. In answering the question, Jesus explains that “the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments” (verse 40), referring to loving God and loving our neighbors. I believe we continue to reflect God’s love when