Doctrine and Covenants

Towards the end of the unrest, that would become known at the Antinomian controversy, John Winthrop, a founder of Puritan Massachusetts, wrote a letter concerning the exiled dissenter Anne Hutchinson. In his first sentence, he coined the term that hundreds of years later would inspire the works of countless historians. “American Jezebel,” has become synonymous with Anne Hutchinson, a woman in Puritan New England who boldly stood up for her religious beliefs in a society where women were…

social care and political reform (Hill 2004). This mirrors a contemporary call in the church away from individualism towards deeply connected relationships with each other and towards family, because “…humans are meant to exist deeply connected in covenant relationship to God and to each other and [that] this is a vital key to being able to function in the mission God calls us to” (Breen 2014). This commitment to relationship with each other and to making disciples and sharing the love of…

and the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 are two documents that influenced the writing of this confession. Both of them give excellent summaries of the Church be, while also giving ample Scriptural support. One key biblical text to explain the Church doctrine is 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, which talks about the Church as a human body. All members of the Church, whether they believe they have a small role or a big role, play a part in God’s Church, whether they are a hand, an eye, or an ear. Another key…

there is at least one that argues against it. It is the student 's position that the majority of most commonly held theories hold some truth, but that it is a more unified theory that can best explain and comprehensively describe such a complex doctrine as the atonement. The student will analyze the main theories of atonement…

1983 a severe car accident changed Nancy Cruzan's life forever. Nancy was found without any detectable vitals, but the ambulance was able to bring her back to stable vitals. Nancys life was changed forever , and was diagnosed with cerebral contusions compounded by significant anoxia. In other words she was in a “...persistent vegetative state…”(Rehnquist). Before this horrific accident, she had verbalized that if she were to ever be in this state that she would wish to die and to not continue…

faith, we remain surrounded by God’s sanctifying grace and blessed recipients of God’s love. God’s sanctifying grace moves us forward in our journey of service and love of God. It creates in us a maturity of faith, love and service. God remains in covenant with us, never leaving us, always enabling us to grow in our life-long journey of faith. What are the marks of the Christian life? Micah 6:8- “and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk…

Suspending Disbelief: Engaging with Mystery The first question one can ask before reading Key Characteristic #1: Engaging with Mystery, is simply, how can you engage with mystery through Religious Education? Dr. Dan White (2008) states in his opening sentence of Key Characteristic 1 that, “Catholic pedagogy must prepare students to engage with mystery and be open to encounters with the Divine as they explore the realities of their world and secular life experiences”. In order to prepare…

The idea of nature is of huge importance and the concept of harmony with nature and oneself is the defining characteristic of the ancient Chinese belief system. There is an emphasis placed on the welfare and well being of the individual in the present life as opposed to a future one. What separates Confucianism, Taoism and Chinese Buddhism is the meaning which is associated with nature. Confucianism places emphasis on the nature of the human. Taoism focuses on harmony with the universe and…

Introduction Many churches across the United States of America celebrate their freedom through displays of patriotism, such as singing patriotic songs, posting an American flag, and honoring the nation itself. Respected religious leader, Alexander Campbell defined patriotism as an extension of selfishness and the “great and damning sin of mankind.” Furthermore, God tells His people, “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exod 20:3). Yet, many churches continue to honor the nation, despite…

Achievement standard 90825 Analyse a religion tradition in Aotearoa New Zealand Catholicism in New Zealand I have chosen to analyse Catholicism in New Zealand. Catholicism is the oldest form of Christianity. It is one of the three main branches of Christianity including: Protestant and Orthodox. Catholicism is also the largest and most popular form of Christianity. In my report I will talk about how Catholicism is expressed in New Zealand through five specific essential components. The five…