Holy Saturday

“I have learned that something happens when one makes herself available to God: He starts moving in ways no one could imagine” (Davis 43). Such was the case for Katie Davis in her heart-warming novel, Kisses From Katie: A Story of Relentless Love and Redemption, co-written by Beth Clark. Katie’s nonfiction memoir speaks passionately about her move to Uganda: here she strengthened her relationship with Jesus, adopted thirteen little Ugandan girls, started a nonprofit ministry, and so much more. Katie’s

1. The Peri Archon "presents a systematic exposition of the basic tenets of the Christian faith," and "represents a mid-point in the shaping of Origen's exegetical practice," (Clements 4-5). Book IV of the Peri Archon represents the culmination of Origen's hermeneutical and exegetical argument. Origen was living in Caesaria at the time of writing the Peri Archon, and was at the time heavily influenced by frequent contact with rabbinical scholarship. In the Peri Archon, Origen argues for the "unity

The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is a story most of us know by heart. A sinless man was crucified on a cross to save sin filled people. He had no ulterior motive, other than to save the people he loved. None of us are worthy of this kind of act, but Jesus did it anyway. Jesus was publicly tortured and humiliated. They whipped and beaten him far longer than any human should be. The soldiers put a scarlet robe on his back, forced a thrown crown on his head and gave him a wooden staff. They then

Catholicism is the belief that God made the world and all creation. God's son, Jesus, was conceived immaculately by a virgin named Mary, who was chosen for this very holy task. (Adair, 2012) Jesus was created in the likeness of God and was born with the Holy Spirit's miracle. We do not know very much about Jesus' childhood. However we do know about Jesus as a man. He healed the sick, performed glorious mysteries, and included all people even sinners and tax collectors. Jesus set an example to include

I’ve been struggling for many years with state of politics in America. Although I attempt to follow Biblical commands to pray for my leaders (yes, sometimes it’s just please let their term end with no re-election), over the last decade or so I’ve felt a growing discontent with the decisions that have been made in the name of tolerance with no tolerance or allowance for conservatives (and even some extremists) who don’t agree. And I freely admit too that I review my lack of proper attitude with the

Reflection Final My spiritual life was completely changed the day Spiritual Formation started. I was so excited to share my love with the Lord. My spiritual life before this class was mediocre, it was barely spiritual. Coming from a background of not attending church regularly, never talking about God, or having a non-spiritual family member, really put an effect on me. I really learned that my spiritual values are important. I take everything in a serious matter too. Talking about God with other

not the same in terms of identity. Jesus the Son and God the Father are the same being. Even still, Jesus himself has His own identity. The Bible explains that God is three in one in Matthew 28:18-20. He is God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. They each have different personalities and identities, yet they still form one being. God the Father plays a role in which He oversees or generates many different things. If God and Jesus were truly the same all around, then the scripture John

There will be times when a player is just not playing up to his or her capabilities and/or the standards of the team. It could be anything from having to deal with the rigorous part of a schedule, going through a personal problem or two or three, or just being off his/her game. Even Steph(en) Curry misses a shot from time to time. Sometimes it’s hard to stay focused on every play or execute at a high level of energy and intensity at a sustained period of time. I get that. But no player wants their

“Historical Background” The second short paper assignment covers Paul’s lessons for Timothy. The story is from the book of 1Timothy (NIV, 1997). The main characters in the story are Paul and Timothy. The story took place in 62 A.D. The location of the story is most likely Rome. Paul is an Apostle. Timothy is a young pastor. Timothy is also Paul’s protégé (1997). “Summary and Analysis” Timothy was one of Paul’s closest companions. Paul sent Timothy to the church at Ephesus to

The fight will come (Ephesians 6:10-13) Ephesians 6:10 – 13 introduces the reader to the imagery of a battle that is to be fought. Paul gives the command to the believer to stand his ground against the onslaught. With this command he also provides the means by which to do so successfully, while at the same time pinpointing the enemy that they will face. As a start, Paul highlights the fact that believers should find their strength in God. Snodgrass (1996) explains that “Paul had prayed [Eph