Christian anarchism

All of Paul’s writings and conversations each have there own meaning. These three are no exception to that they each have their own purpose and meaning. Acts nine tells us about the expansion of Christianity beyond the borders of Judea. This is why when most people ask about how did Christianity spread around the world normally the response is take a closer look at the book of Acts and you will receive your answer. Chapter twenty-two, and twenty six talk about Paul’s speeches and how he was…

Throughout this outline it is very apparent that the book of Matthew focuses on the birth, life and death of Jesus. This story starts with the birth of Jesus, and follows with the ministry of Jesus throughout his life. “As Jesus’ ministry grows in its impact, it becomes a shared ministry; Jesus commissions and sends his first twelve to spread the good news of the kingdom, teaching, healing and driving out demons as he has done.” (Johnston, 2006, p.154) Matthew also gives us the knowledge of who…

The film I chose to watch for my second film review was Iraq: The Cradle of Civilization. This was episode one in the Legacy documentary series ‘The Origins of Civilization”. The narrator Michael Wood did a phenomenal job showing great visuals of Iraq. The culture presented in the film is focused on the Muslims. The documentary investigates the beginning birthplace of civilization. It explains the creations of the arts, writings and as well as religions. I found this video extremely interesting…

Now a question: Which law was a shadow of things to come? Let's find out in Hebrews chapter 10 starting at verse 1: “For the law having a shadow of good things to come, and not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect.” Question: Which one of the laws — either the ten commandments, or the book of the law — contained continual sacrifices offered year by year? Because if we can answer this…

Introduction There’s a reality attached to being a follower of Jesus. It’s that in your ministry at some point or another, there will be people who will dislike what you’re doing. Likely because you’re involved in the liberation of people they once had some power over. Regardless of the reason, as one who lives like Christ, you will be faced with adversity. They will search for your wrongs and attempt to use them as reasons for why you shouldn't be listened to. However, much like the story of…

I believe that the church was birthed when Christ said it was finished and right after he died the Roman soldier pierced Jesus in the side and blood and water poured out from his side. When the blood and water poured out on the soldier it represents the blood washing us from all our sins. The purpose of the church is to teach us primarily about the lifestyle that we must live in Christ and it helps us grow together so that we can take the church outside the four walls. Acts 2:42 And they…

themselves. The best approaches to preaching put the text first and allow the Holy Spirit through the text determine the best way to preach a particular passage. My personal approach to sermon formation has evolved over time as I have grown in my Christian walk, as my knowledge of the Bible and as I gain more experience as a preacher. My approach has especially evolved after having the opportunity to apply many of the concepts that were studied in the course of this semester. Currently I remain…

Based on the movie, “The Shack” the main character, Mack, the husband to Nan and the father to their three children, Josh (son), Katie(daughter), and Missy(daughter) have their personal relationship with God. In fact, Nan, the wife nickname for God is Papa. Mack and his relationship with Papa(God) In the movie Mack blames himself and God for the death of his daughter. God(Papa) who plays as an African American woman shows Mack that what happened to his daughter is not his fault nor hers. Papa,…

1) Pastoral Care as Therapy Lartey (56) identifies “danger of oversimplifying the issues at stake, the quest for single factors accountable for problems, the desire for quick-fix miracle cures, the problems of overdependence upon the curer or caregiver and the potential for abuse by the powerful therapist” (Anderson: p32). 2) Pastoral Care as Ministry This involves the church and it takes place during church service and there are five different activities that are to be done during the service;…

The first book of the New Testament is the Gospel of Matthew. While the Book of Matthew is read by all people around the world, Matthew himself intended this book to be read by a certain demographic, the Jews. Even after Jesus’ death, many Jews weren’t convinced that Jesus was the Messiah, so Matthew wrote his testimonies down to prove to them that Jesus was in fact the Messiah. This can be seen in both the content and wording of the information and events recorded in his accounts. One of the…