God of Carnage

Are Mathematics and Christianity related at all? For some, mathematics is simply rules, laws, and axioms that are used to make sense of problems. For others mathematics is the language God used to create universe in its entirety. Either way, certain questions continue to puzzle mathematicians such as: are mathematics invented by human minds to unlock the many mysteries of the world, or are these mathematical truths embedded in God’s nature and henceforth used in the creation of the world?…

theology be able to explore the religious and spiritual meaning of the unbelief and atheism that accompany the political realization of the Marxist dream? Or will it continue the mindless demonization of Communism and ignore this loudest of questions God is posing to contemporary Christianity?” (Phan, 101). Phan’s question is calling us as Christians to use our theology to reflect upon the culture that is affecting such a great portion of the world population. I believe that it is important to…

the Architect and Upholder of the cosmos. Also, whether he be identified as Allah or Jesus Christ, this singular, and indivisible God bestowed upon humanity such prophets as Noah (Nuh), Abraham (Ibrahim), Moses (Musa), Solomon (Sulayman), David (Daud), Ezekiel (Dhul-Kifl), Jesus (Isa), etc. Furthermore, individuals ought to adhere to the Decalogue (bequeathed upon us by God by means of Moses) and the ethical dogmata’s of the God’s chosen few. Mary (Mariam), the mother of Jesus Christ, was pure,…

The book Islam-Our Choice is a compilation of many stories of dozens of converts from all walks of life. The novel splits people up based upon their jobs, their gender, and then those that just seek for the truth. Each story is unique and shows Islam in a light that unfortunately many people may not see it in. This novel helps to dismiss the untrue assumptions on the religion based on the actions of a small minority. With Islam being the faith of over 1.6 billion people it is unfair to judge it…

of wonder and awe that the picture of an omnipotent God warring with his creatures was capable of exciting” (110). Because he has no one to guide him through this process, the creature often misinterprets these works of literature as real events in history and not as fiction as they were written to be. He does not understand that Paradise Lost is just a story and he connects with the book because he was a creature create by Victor just like God and Adam, yet he did not have the love from Victor…

God’s commands they become more like him. On the other hand, if a person were to steal or murder someone, they have committed a sin and must repent of their evil doing. They all believe that God always wants us be kind and honest with one another. One of main ways that each religion is manifested, is by giving God glory, and being devoted as well as obedient to his commandments. Pertaining to what the future holds Judaism, Christianity and Islam all belief that there is a life after death.…

beneficial or unnecessary? "I pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." These were the words that started off the mornings in elementary school. The days were we could proudly discuss our American pride and belief in God within the school system. Why do we no longer teach or discuss religion within our school systems today? "In the U.S.A, the long tradition of…

Nathaniel Hawthorne and Thomas Whitecloud symbolism contribute to the development of their story themes. These symbols uncover the truths within the characters. Hawthorne’s title, “Young Goodman Brown,” itself is a symbol. Goodman Brown loses his innocence in his ability to be corrupted. The main theme of identity crisis in Whitecloud’s “Blue Winds Dancing” is shown through the use of weather symbolism. In “Young Goodman Brown,” Hawthorne shows contradictory aspects of Puritanism. Brown’s…

Preaching in both the OT and NT is defined as an oral address to the people of God to shape their identity and style of life. Preaching challenges people to acknowledge the Lord in their lives and seek his diving will for their purpose. Freedman (2000) defines preaching as speaking the word of God, exhorting, and witnessing, while shaping the identity of the people of God. Preaching is to make a speech about religion in a church or other public place: to deliver a sermon. Preaching is an…

the belief in only one god. For many, there is a lot of different "gods". However, I choice to believe in the one true God. Some people have asked me, "Why do you believe in God? He doesn 't exists!" My response to them is quite simple. "He created you and me. He created nature and the beauty all around us." They then proceed to ask "How do you believe in a God that allows pain and suffering?" I believe in God because he gave me life. That 's why I know I can out my faith in God when pain and…