Jesus movement

While some might consider the 1950s to represent an era of consensus, when people choose to conform rather than rock the boat, this characterization in not one-hundred percent true. In fact, there was several different groups within the United States that desired and attempted to sink the boat. For instance, an up and rising rock ‘n’ roll musician, Elvis Presley, was becoming a sensational phenomenon for the teenage listeners but was met with anger from the older generations who believed his…

and affect society. Song lyrics became a call to action. In the last century alone song lyrics sent men to war, sponsored aid to hurting nations, and gave hope to a march for freedom. “We Shall Overcome” played a key part during the Civil Rights movement, and without those lyrics many people may not have heard the call to march. The lyrics to "We Shall Overcome" were based on a hymn sung by slaves in the field, which paralleled the struggle African-American protesters faced. Slaves wanted…

When reggaeton is brought up in conversation among listeners who are not huge fans of the music style, “Gasolina” reaching top 10 on Billboard’s 50 Greatest Latin Songs of All Time is the major if not only experience these people have had with this genre of music. Consequently, without any further information, reggaeton’s origins would be linked only to Daddy Yankee, however, the music has a rich history extending as far back as the late 19th century. The Caribbean’s place in the world…

Civil rights leaders try to bring change to society through different platforms and actions. For example, Rosa Parks inspired the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955 by refusing to sit in the “colour” section; Martin Luther King Jr. led several movements that advanced civil rights through nonviolence and civil disobedience; and Childish Gambino, also known as Donald Glover, used his popular artistic platform to criticize the challenges African Americans are facing today in the United States. These…

There is no doubt, The reggae legend Bob Marley’s name is being used to market an international cannabis brand name after a tie-up between the singer’s family members and US private equity group Privateer Holdings. In most of his interviews of one of his popular moments he do say ''Herb is the healing of a nation, alcohol is the destruction. The products will be marketed as “Marley Natural” in a deal which Privateer claims will “honour the legacy and life” of the Jamaican regarding hits…

Who Was Jesus? Throughout history, the idea of Jesus; who he was; what his purpose was, and even his existence has been questioned. But through many readings and accounts from his followers, it can be seen that those who did follow him, and did believe him and believe in him, saw him as many things. His followers saw him as a teacher, a healer and, most importantly, as Messiah, or Christ, who would be the Saviour of the world. To his followers, Jesus was Messiah (Christ), Son of God. While at…

Chancellor Reformed Church in Chancellor, South Dakota. It was during the morning of April 17th and given by Reverend Randy Blumer. The purpose of the speech was to inform the audience of the good news of Jesus Christ. The speaker’s goal was to remember, celebrate, and believe the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He accomplished his goal by using examples, Bible verses, and reasoning. In the beginning of his sermon, Pastor Randy used a story of a little kid in Sunday School to get the audience’s…

The Shadow of the Galilean: the Quest for the Historical Jesus in Narrative Form. This book follows a fictional account from the character Andreas, who is on a quest to find Jesus and who He is. Although Andreas is fictional he is accurately historic and the narrative takes second so that the historical setting drives the overall story. As the book follows Andreas around it illustrates a story of the true events, teachings, and life of Jesus and the life of those around Him, such as Pilate and…

Freedoms such as being able to vote, express them-selves, and gain a sense of respect from others. Not only was fashion a piece of material back in the 1920’s, but also a form of movement. With the turn of the decade and fashion, women were able to speak for them-selves whether their voices were seen or heard as negative or positive. The Flapper image became negative for the elders but the image allowed young women to be able to grow out of that stage into mature women. Wanting to move out due…

In his most recent encyclical Pope Francis addressed the many problems facing our environment and called Christians to take action. He stated, "The idea of infinite or unlimited growth, which proves so attractive to economists, financiers and experts in technology ... is based on the lie that there is an infinite supply of the earth 's goods, and this leads to the planet being squeezed dry at every limit” (Francis). He continued to outline many excellent points surrounding the crisis. The…