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Biblical Metanarrative Research Paper

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The Biblical metanarrative that is composed of the 5 acts that we discussed prior, also contains major principles and character concepts that should be taken into perspective of how Christians read the Bible, as well as how they live their life.
Creational Design is one of the principles we observe in scripture. This takes into account the simple fact that creation does not merely exist, but it exists for a purpose, and it exists from a maker. This may seem like a simple concept to some, however it carries deep implications. God designing creation does not simply give a reason how life exists, but it also gives us direction in how we ought to treat creation. In Genesis 1:31 we see that God states that God created, and “it was good”. …show more content…

Vocational ministry can sometimes seem like simply working at a church means that you are living out all the biblical principles immediately, but it is definitely more complex than that. You can go through meetings, planning, discipleship programs, teaching, and still not live out the Gospel and the central cores that are taught in the Bible. That can sound scary, but I find it comforting that living out the principles is not a mindless task, and was never meant to be. Following Jesus is a conscious denying of self, and that taking intention with every step. I foresee the potential to lose sight of God’s Creational Design, in forgetting to view all people as made in God’s image. Many times dealing with people consistently, and especially dealing with people who are especially broken can wear down on your patience and attitude. It could be easy to become fed-up with the same stories, the same-issues, hard-heartedness, stubbornness, and ignorance, but remembering all people are made in God’s image is something that must remain central to continuing to bring God’s healing process here on earth. One particular principle that I know I will struggle with no matter what I am doing vocational will be Cultural Idolatry in the form of doing things myself. I many times default to what I can do on my own, to my own plans, my own ideas, and my own strength. That usually takes the form of God reminding me to rely on him by allowing me to fail myself, and thus gently pointing me back to a heart of surrender towards

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