Christianity and the Religions Essay Man is called to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ and show as many people the way to eternal life, as possible. Because we live in a world of philosophical, cultural, and religious diversity, it is imperative that we interact with people from all walks of life. Christian dialogue with others from various religions can be enlightening – solidifying what we believe as followers of Christ. Accepting people with their various faiths allows us as Christians the ability to gain insight into other beliefs, value systems, and the connections between culture and religion – as well as inspiring personal reflection.
Calling to Proclaim the Gospel According to the ‘World Council of Churches’ – A worldwide fellowship of 349 churches seeking unity, a common witness and Christian service, “Greater awareness of religious plurality has heightened the need for improved relations and dialogue among people of different faiths” (World Council of Churches, 2009). Too often religious identities are drawn into conflict and violence. Perhaps we are then engaging in conversation and attempting to understand one another on the basis of ensuring peace. Or, maybe the definition of tolerance has elicited absolute acceptance or fear, and ‘open-mindedness’ in the spirit of spiritual correctness. Our own prejudices regularly influence how we interact with those of other faiths. Christians are as guilty as anyone in avoiding those different
5. What is your basis of ethics? My basics of ethics was taught by my grandma she instilled a lot of her values and morals in my life giving me the teachings that made her a bright woman. She made sure to start on me early by getting me involved in church and helping me understand my religion and god and what he expects from his people. I was told to become a leader and not a follower use gods power that he using in my life to restore and help those who may be broken in life. I always ask god if I’m unsure I understand in this world of many temptations we may fall but our god isn’t a judging god and will be there with open ears and arms to help you get it right if you want change. I am not perfect but I pay attention I know right from wrong and know I am help accountable for my actions and faults. And have god move in my
Judaism and Christianity each have their own beliefs and traditions, with Judaism being a religion that shaped Christianity as it is today. Both religions were shaped by the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament, which is considered by many to be the biblical law of God (Molloy, 2009). Christians however, consider that in the New Testament with the arrival of God in human form, that our sins were forgiven. In its earliest stages, Christianity was considered a sect of Judaism. Jesus and his apostles even considered themselves Jewish in the early years of Christianity. While followers of Judaism do believe in one God, they do not believe that Jesus was the Messiah or that God is the Holy Trinity.
Arabia to Islam. All practicing Muslims accept belief in the ‘Six Articles of Faith’ and are
Using proven facts and methodologies, the author supports her argument that various faiths can coexist outside of a singular perspective. Ward acknowledges every faith has defining guidelines followers must embrace, but maintains the
Jesus is the fulfillment of Judaic prophecies; he is the new Moses imparting the new Law of Love.
In a world which is quickly, and figuratively, becoming smaller in a sense, individuals may know substantially more about different convictions than past eras. Then again, thus, individuals frequently end up in religious level headed discussions which can or can 't end in something great. Respecting all religions is vital to not hurt others ' convictions. Respect may be described as a constructive feeling of respect or
Pluralism is the belief or condition in which minority groups (ethnic, religious, and more) participate fully in the ascendant society yet maintain their cultural differences and full freedom. (Anyabwile, 83). Pluralism, it appears, accepts multiple paths to God or gods as a possibility and is usually contrasted with “exclusivism”. In doing as such it makes for a much more common risk to Christianity's religious thinking’s than the more common part of alternate points of view.
Religion has existed for countless centuries. Christianity is one of the major religions in this world, which had people be criticized, battle in wars, and killed for, but it still survived to this day. The purpose of this paper is to study the source of the religion, recognize the teachings, observe its spread throughout the world, and to identify how it stands among people today. Approaching this paper by a factual report I will explain these major points and why we need to know about this religion and other religions that existed before our generation.
There are three explanations for how people maintain tolerance self-image and uphold values just to not cause problems in the intergroup relation. First, the coexistence of religious teachings that involves tolerance or prejudice between religious people seems to be a contraction only if prejudice is defined in terms of antipathy. Second, religious teaching that promotes love, and acceptance are likely insufficient to mitigate against discrimination and prejudice. Third, some religious teaching contains a justification for negative attitudes. In conclusion, the content of one’s religion and one’s link to the religious meaning systems such as I, E, Q, RF and the social context may play a role in influencing the meanings derived from religion and also the levels and forms of prejudice. Religious context can influence which target groups are prejudiced and how others are perceived. Prejudice does not necessarily means antipathy. There are people who are unaware of their own prejudice and religious teaching can be seen to justify
Christianity is the religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Most followers of Christianity, called Christians, are members of one of three major groups--Roman Catholic, Protestant, or Eastern Orthodox. These groups have different beliefs about Jesus and His teachings. But all consider Jesus central to their religion. Most Christians believe God sent Jesus into the world as the Savior. Christianity teaches that humanity can achieve salvation through Jesus.
We all have some experience with religion. Whether our parents are religious, our own religious views, or others who try and convert you to a religion, we have all come in contact with a religion. But what do sociology and religion have to do with each other? The answer to this question is that religion meets sociology in the affects that it has on an individual or society (Schaefer, Richard T, 2009, pg 323).
One influential cult was based upon a mystical interpretation of Plato. Neo-Platonism was like a rational science that attempted to break down and describe every aspect of the divine essence and its relationship with the human soul. An Alexandrian Jew named Philo tried using Greek philosophy to interpret the Jewish scriptures. He wanted to unite the two traditions by suggesting that the Greek philosophers had been inspired by the same God who had revealed himself to the Jews.
In our modern society, religion can either promote positive, optimistic actions or negative, destructive ones. From Christianity to Daoism, each different religion shapes the lives of its followers. Christianity and Hinduism can propel their followers to achieve moral greatness, while Islam and _____ can cause people to do heinous, damaging acts of violence and self-destruction.
“I think God would care if you called him Buddha, Zeus or Allah because those gods represent religions that are distinctly different from the God Christianity is all about” (Abernethy, R. 2001). Christian dialogue with other religious traditions can be a part of the calling to proclaim the Gospel. In order to proclaim the gospel in its true form to other religious sects, one must be open to a meeting of the minds. A common ground so to speak. Are we
The mission of God is to reach all nation. God uses chosen people to spread the Good News, to the nation. As He called Abraham (Genesis 12:3; 18:18; 22: 18; 26:4; 28:14). Jesus taught that we must preach repentance to all nation ( Matthew 28:19 ; John 20:12; (Act 1:8). Jesus was sent by God to teach all nation about Him and His return (John 20:21). Christian should accept all people of all walks of life. The church should continue to teach the word of God as it is in the Bible and to show love to all ethnic diversity. To equip people to participate in multicultural ministry is to embrace the love of God to all. The biblical base of philosophy is “Love covers over a multitude of sins” ( 1Peter 4:8). To get the saints and un-believers to join in unity with Christ. Cultural influence biblical interpretation, thus as we teach or preach we must remember whom our audience are and be able to get the message across so they can understand, by keeping the social also cultural of the Scriptures in mind.