John Wesley Ethical Beliefs

John Winthrop was a true leader who understood that the difficulties the new world would present could be overcome through Christian Charity. As such he was able to organize a community based on religious convictions that would motivate people to work as one to succeed.

28). He describes wealth as a “…blessing to mankind,” (Gladden, 8). Gladden’s perspective of causality dissents from Weber and Sellers; he believes that, “…one effect invariably produced by Christianity upon an uncivilized people receiving it is to multiply the wealth of that people,” (Gladden, 5). He argues, Protestantism, and ultimately Christianity, cause people to desire material goods (Class notes, Feb. 28). Thus, Christianity cannot be against capitalism without contradicting itself (Gladden, 8). Gladden’s evidence for his argument stems from the Bible. Gladden contends that there are statements in the Old Testament in which “…the possession and the increase of wealth are adduced as proofs of the favor of God,” (Gladded, 6). Wherefore, the New Testament supplements this argument by clarifying that is expected for men to accumulate wealth and possessions, but also God admonishes people valuing material goods over spiritual good, but not material wealth itself (Gladden,6). That is, people are meant to value spiritual well-being over material goods, but also remember they are commanded to be “fruitful” on earth and thus produce and amass wealth (Gladden, 7). Finally, Gladden realizes capitalism is not the problem; the problem is the unequal distribution of wealth (Class Notes, Feb. 28). He says, “No possible system will remove all

Stapleford presents a strong analysis of economic issues with a Christian perception that aligns with Biblical truths. He urges his audience to avoid the temptation of idolatry and materialism but to live a selfless life of sacrifice. Stapleford claims that “there is sanctity in all of labor, and without God’s involvement human labor is futile. In whatever we do, Christians are to do it heartily as unto the Lord, for we do not labor for the food that perishes but for the food that endures to everlasting life” (Stapleford, 2009).

While the attitudes of Christianity and Islam toward trade differed greatly in the beginning, their views evolved and changed over time. In the beginning of the trade movement, Christianity had originally opposed it, while Islam chose to embrace it. As time went on, both Christianity and Islam took on a more moderate stance. Christianity chose to embrace it more while Islam began to reject it.

The Wesley Mission is another way that Christianity has contributed to social welfare in Australia. The Wesley Mission was established in Sydney in 1812, and since then has been committed to the Christian faith to guide, support, and be an advocate for members of society who are in need. There reason for this is through their belief that God’s heart is for the poor and his desire is to look after them, which is conveyed in the book of

preached the gospel of the kingdom of God, (3) He met the needs of people, (4) He made disciples through the power of the Spirit, and (5) He gave His life as a sacrifice. These are the keys to true biblical ministry.

The ongoing war for social justice in all of its varying facets and regions throughout the globe demands the relentless commitment of a select few individuals whom voluntarily endure immeasurable trials to obtain justice and salvation for the afflicted individuals whom they represent. The willingness to accept criticism and hatred from their peers, the willingness to spend years of their lives in a cold, isolated prison, and the willingness to even sacrifice their own lives for these selfless pursuits grants these individuals the title: hero of faith-based social justice. The unyielding dedication of these heroes to these endeavors of social justice is truly remarkable and can be attributed to one common characteristic: an unusually devout faith in a higher power. I believe that faith can serve as a powerful inspiration for individuals to pursue social justice, and the dedication to one’s faith can influence their commitment to accomplishing their specific goal or mission in the realm of social justice. The acclaimed hero of faith based social justice: William Wilberforce clearly portrays this relationship in his own life experiences as a converted Christian who dedicated his life to the work of social justice.

The movie “John Q” by Denzel Washington is about a man whose nine-year is in desperate need for heart transplant, when he discovers that his medical insurance won’t cover and there is no alternative way to pay for the surgery or even to get his name on the organ lists. John Q. Archibald takes the hospital emergency room in hostage to save his child. John Q may be viewed either a bad or a good character, in this argument the question is was John Q was morally right to take the hospital hostage to save his son? If yes than how? People are always trying to do the right thing, such as handing in assignments, getting to work on time, donating. This may make you look like a good person, by there is always a motive behind why you do something, if it’s to just please people and have a good profile, Did John Q care about being a good person or the consequences or was he just trying to save his son? This will be identified through philosopher’s theories of ethics and if in this situation is what the character did morally right and how.

Steve Jobs once said, “The only way to do great work is to love what you do (“Steve Jobs Quotes”).” In order to be successful, a group of individuals work for something they are passionate about. During the summer of my eighth grade year, I embarked on a mission trip to South Dakota along with 25 other individuals. The purpose of this trip was to spread the love of Jesus Christ with the people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation that may not know who He is. Despite the differences and challenges, the reward at the end of the trip made it all worth it.

Work hard, save money, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. We have all been told that if we do the right thing, we will be rewarded in the end. The argument for the Protestant work ethic has been conveyed biblically to mean that God has given us all a divine vocation, a set of skills in which to “work in His glory” (“Work: a noble”, 1992). Martin has followed the teachings of Christ by working his entire life, saving strenuously, and wisely investing his dividends. Finally, it has come time for Martin to enjoy the yields of living the right way and his enjoyment has been stolen by various aspects of property law. Kubasek, Brennan, and Browne (2006) explain the two types of property that apply in Martin’s cases, “real property, that is,

Dannelly, was a pastor, interior designer and a landscaper however he was best known for being a people person. He was the someone who you went to when you need inspiration and faith. He was a man that was that you could related to you whether you were Mexican, African American or Asian. He was there ensuring that you got through your day to the best of your ability. He was humble and kind and made sure that the people around him felt like they could do anything once they set their mind to it. When I was young I remember a him saying at one retreat, was that if his theology was not to learn how to love people, then he was in the wrong place. He strongly believed that if he respected everyone and treated them equally, he would have made an impact on someone’s

Man was created in the image of God, imago Dei. Man was created for love and to love God. Man knew truth and happiness. God did/does not want to force us into relationship and so He gave us free will. Adam and Eve exercised this free will in the garden and they fell from grace; the fall. Adam rejected the moral law that has three uses (to show sin in the world; to bring man to Christ; to keep man alive). The moral law is right and good concerning all things. The moral law shows us that we must keep close to Christ and we will keep close to the law. It is in Christ that we find freedom from the law. Wesley instructs that believers must keep the moral law to grow deeper in God's grace. Adam also rejected the presence of God. In this place- man

John Wesley had help create the Holy club when he was at Oxford. I was one of his followers and friends. As the Holy club was being to meet, we had started to meet weekly and had set life to living holy. We fasted regularly, did communion every week, and abstained from luxurious things and amusement. We had also started meeting the poor and sick, even the prisoners. Later on, we had started to have meeting with each other to confess sins and bring each other up by the sharing of testimonies. The foundations of our religion were that people are justified by faith alone, faith produces inward and outward holiness, and people are all, by nature, "dead in sin," and, consequently, "children of wrath." Other people had then started calling us Methodist

Though he was ordained in the Anglican church, he did not feel it necessary that he only preach in their churches and would often seek out pastors of other denominations and use their churches. Likewise, modern pastors should do the same, though being careful not to compromise truth in the name of unity. Contrary to popular belief, Southern Baptists will not be the only people in heaven. We can stand together as a catholic Church with brothers and sisters from other denominations to see the gospel proclaimed and the Kingdom of God expanded. On a more individual level, the pastorate is a lonely place and preachers need to develop friendships with other men of God with whom they can share their struggles and temptations. There are, unfortunately, some necessary limitations that need to be put on relationships with one’s own congregants, but pastors still need others with whom they can build one another in the faith. Healthy Christian relationships are crucial for the survival of a

John Wesley – he was one of the founders of Methodist. He introduced organization and purpose into the movement. He defended the movement to keep it alive. He provided the gospel in the colony in different languages.