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September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025

Morality and Purpose

1) What do you think about the following statement: “My morality is mine and mine alone, and it is not my place to judge the morality of others”? Are there any times when you should judge the morality of others? Why or why not? If so, when and why?

2) How do the Christian beliefs about creational purpose and human nature affect how Christianity sees human dignity and human value? How do they affect ethical decision-making in the Christian worldview?

3) After reviewing the “Find Your Purpose” section in  The Beginning of Wisdom, discuss some of the ways that people might discover their purpose. How does the Christian concept of m issio Dei fit into a Christian’s sense of purpose?

4) How might someone in your academic discipline or future vocation be able to live out a Christian missional purpose?  Morality and Purpose

Should we judge morality, How do creational purpose and human nature affect dignity, How do people discover purpose, How does missio Dei shape purpose, How can vocation live out missional purpose


Morality and Purpose

Comprehensive Answer

1. Judging Morality
The statement “My morality is mine and mine alone” reflects a relativistic view that denies universal moral truth. From a Christian perspective, morality is objective because it is grounded in God’s character and revealed through Scripture. While Christians are cautioned not to judge hypocritically (Matthew 7:1–5), there are times when judging moral actions is necessary for justice, accountability, and protecting others. For instance, calling out harm, oppression, or dishonesty reflects a commitment to truth and love. Christians are urged to discern right from wrong (Hebrews 5:14) and to guide one another toward righteousness, but always with humility and grace.


2. Creational Purpose, Human Nature, and Dignity
Christianity teaches that humans are created in the image of God (imago Dei) as described in Genesis 1:27. This foundational belief gives every person inherent dignity and value, regardless of status, ability, or circumstance. Because human worth is derived from God rather than human opinion, Christianity rejects any hierarchy of value among people. Ethical decision-making, therefore, is rooted in protecting life, promoting justice, and respecting the God-given worth of others. Christian ethics emphasize choices that align with God’s will, protect the vulnerable, and uphold love and justice. This connection between creation, dignity, and morality shapes Christian responses to contemporary ethical challenges such as healthcare, poverty, and human rights.


3. Discovering Purpose and Missio Dei
The Find Your Purpose section of The Beginning of Wisdom emphasizes that people may discover their purpose through prayer, reflection, and alignment of their gifts with the needs of the world. Frederick Buechner’s idea of purpose being found where “deep gladness meets the world’s hunger” echoes this integration of calling and service. The Christian concept of missio Dei (mission of God) expands this personal search by reminding believers that ultimate purpose is not self-centered but rooted in God’s redemptive work in the world. Thus, Christians discover true meaning when they participate in God’s mission—whether through evangelism, acts of service, or daily expressions of love and integrity. Morality and Purpose

September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025

Purpose and Worldview

Be sure you respond to all five prompts and include all the sources you cite on a reference section at the end of this document.

Consider how what you have learned throughout the course will impact your future. Explain how to find your purpose by answering the following questions. Include citations and references from the topic Resources.

1. Summarize the concept of missio Dei (missional purpose).

Purpose and Worldview

Your answer in 100-150 words:

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Purpose and Worldview

2. Summarize Buechner’s concept of finding your purpose and explain how this aligns with the way you live out your worldview (missional purpose).

Your answer in 100-150 words:

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3. Reflect on your beliefs about origins (creational purpose) and describe how those beliefs contribute to your understanding of human purpose.

Your answer in 100-150 words:

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4. Describe how Jesus’s statement of overarching purpose in the commandment to love God and love others as ourselves can be lived in and out of the workplace.

Your answer in 100-150 words:

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5. Describe how your future career can be an opportunity to help others flourish, to be purposeful, and to do no harm.

Your answer in 100-150 words:

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References:

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Purpose and Worldview

Purpose and Worldview

What is missio Dei, What is Buechner’s view of purpose, How do origins shape human purpose, How can love God/others be lived out, How can career promote flourishing


Comprehensive Answer

1. Missio Dei (100–150 words)
The concept of missio Dei, or “mission of God,” emphasizes that mission is not primarily a human effort but God’s work in the world. It reflects God’s desire to redeem creation, reconcile humanity to Himself, and restore broken relationships. Christians participate in God’s mission by living out their faith in ways that point others to His kingdom. This involves sharing the gospel, serving others, and embodying Christ’s love in everyday life. According to the Topic 7 Overview (GCU, 2021), the church is called to be missional in every context, whether in local communities or across cultures. Thus, missio Dei calls believers to see purpose not as self-centered achievement but as active participation in God’s redemptive plan.


2. Buechner’s Concept of Purpose (100–150 words)
Frederick Buechner describes purpose as the intersection between “your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger.” This means that people find true purpose when their gifts and passions meet real needs in the world. From a Christian perspective, this aligns with missio Dei because it directs personal fulfillment toward service and love for others rather than self-gain. In my worldview, purpose is not only about pursuing what brings joy but also about seeking opportunities to contribute to the flourishing of others. This integration of calling and service reflects Jesus’s example, who came not to be served but to serve (Mark 10:45). Living out Buechner’s vision means viewing vocation as both meaningful for the individual and transformative for society.

September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025

Christian Ethics Case

For questions 2-6, chose from the “Decision-Making Cases” document in the topic Resources. Use critical thinking as well as support from the topic Resources to answer the following prompts.

1. Why do Christians believe that morality is absolute and objective, rather than relative and subjective? If morality is objective, where do Christians get their moral standard? Cite Chapter 7 of The Beginning of Wisdom textbook and/or topic overview. Include the resources you use on a reference page at the end of this document.

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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Christian Ethics Case

Christian Ethics Case

2. Use the case you chose from the “Decision-Making Cases” document to answer the following questions to build the Christian ethical response. Use logical reasoning (general revelation). Cite Bible passages (special revelation), The Beginning of Wisdom textbook, and/or the topic overview. Include the resources you use on a reference page at the end of this document.

a. Which case did you choose?

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b. In Chapter 2 of The Beginning of Wisdom textbook and the Topic 1 Overview, the elements of a worldview (ultimate reality, nature of the universe, humanity, knowledge, ethics, purpose) are presented. In the case you chose, which worldview element is going to be the biggest factor for determining right and wrong in the case you chose? Why?

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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c. How does the Christian worldview describe the worldview element you identified?

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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d. What are Bible passages (cite two or three) that will guide the ethics for the case you choose? How do these Bible passages apply to this case?

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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e. Based on your answers to b and c, explain the Christian response to the case you chose. In other words, how might the Christian worldview resolve the issue?

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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3. Your previous responses built a Christian ethical stance and provided a Christian resolution for the case. How might this Christian resolution to the issue increase human dignity and human value?

Your answer in 50-75 words:

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4. The Christian position that humans should flourish comes from belief in the goodness of God. How so? What are the connections between God’s goodness and human flourishing?

Your answer in 50-75 words:

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5. Considering the Christian resolution you built for the case and everyone involved in the scenario, what might be some benefits or unintended consequences that come from this resolution? What might be challenging for people to accept or do?

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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6. What are some ways that Christians should be active in helping to alleviate the suffering related to this issue? Give specific examples that ordinary people can do.

Your answer in 75-100 words:

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Why is morality objective, Which case did you choose, Which worldview element matters most, What Bible passages guide ethics, How does Christian worldview resolve the issue

September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025

Identity and Bias

Every person has their own personal identity, which is a combination of one’s social identities. In this module, you and your peers explored your own identities. In this assignment, you will explore your identities further and examine how implicit or unconscious bias shows up in your identities. You will also explore the connection between the core principles of social justice and your identity.

Identity and Bias

Most dominant identities, Implicit bias in identities, Core principles of social justice, How bias impacts social justice understanding, Bias in personal and professional settings

Directions

In this journal submission, you will reflect on the identities you shared in this module’s discussion and how implicit or unconscious bias may show up in your dominant identities. You will also explore the core principles of social justice.

Specifically, you must address the following:

  1. Describe your most dominant social identities. Identity and Bias,
  2. Describe implicit bias represented within your most dominant identities,.
    1. How does implicit bias show up in your most dominant identities?,
  3. Identify the core principles of social justice.,
  4. Describe how implicit bias impacts your understanding of the core principles of social justice.
    1. How might implicit bias impact your understanding of social justice in personal settings?
    2. How might implicit bias impact your understanding of social justice in professional settings?

What to Submit

Submit your journal as a 1-page Microsoft Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font, double spacing, and one-inch margins. No sources are required. If sources are used, be sure to include an attribution (or citation) to the resource in APA style. While you will not be graded on the quality of your citations in this assignment, you may receive guidance from your instructor on how to properly cite sources.

Alternatively, Brightspace allows the use of video notes. You may optionally use the Video Note tool to complete this assignment, but if you use any sources, you must refer to your sources verbally throughout your video and submit a separate references page. If you use Video Note, your video should be 2-5 minutes long. If you need assistance using Video Note, please refer to the resources in the Start Here module.

Module One Journal Rubric

Criteria Meets Expectations (100%) Partially Meets Expectations (75%) Does Not Meet Expectations (0%) Value
Social Identities Describes the most dominant social identities Shows progress toward meeting expectations, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include providing a more thorough description of the most dominant social identities Does not attempt criterion 22.5
Implicit Bias Describes implicit bias represented within the most dominant identities Shows progress toward meeting expectations, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include providing a more thorough description of implicit bias represented within the most dominant identities and/or a more detailed description of how implicit bias shows up in the most dominant identities Does not attempt criterion 22.5
Core Principles Identifies the core principles of social justice Shows progress toward meeting expectations, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include accurately identifying the core principles of social justice Does not attempt criterion 22.5
Understanding Describes how implicit bias impacts an understanding of the core principles of social justice Shows progress toward meeting expectations, but with errors or omissions; areas for improvement may include providing a more thorough description of how implicit bias impacts an understanding of the core principles of social justice and/or a more detailed description of how implicit bias might impact an understanding of social justice in personal and/or professional settings Does not attempt criterion 22.5
Clear Communication Consistently and effectively communicates in an organized way to a specific audience Shows progress toward  Identity and Bias meeting expectations, but communication is inconsistent or ineffective in a way that negatively impacts understanding Shows no evidence of consistent, effective, or organized communication 10
Total: 100%
September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025

Visual Origin Story

Origin stories exist in every human culture and are used to offer explanations about how something came into existence. Creating a Visual Origin Story combines lateral and visual thinking as your team envisions its collective capabilities and imagines a positive trajectory together. For example, the team’s co-authored origin story might describe teammates’ superpowers and how they work together to “fight the evils of the world.” The activity involves both asynchronous components with low social presence (your independent work) and synchronous moments with high social presence (coming together with your team to discuss and create). Working together synchronously at the end stage of this activity is required.

Visual Origin Story

Phase 1:  Personal Avatar, To be Completed Individually Prior to Team Meeting

1.  Brainstorm: Create an avatar—an image that will represent your personality—to share with your new teammates. Feeling stuck? This exercise in lateral thinking will help you come up with some imaginative ways to represent yourself.

First, grab a pen and paper to write down your responses to the following:

• A verb for an activity that you like to do, ending in -ING (“flying,” “jumping,” etc.) • Favorite color(s) • Your favorite snack food • An adjective that best describes you • Aspects of your identity that are important to you (cultural, ethnic, religious, sexual orientation, etc.)  • Your favorite creature, real or imagined • Favorite musical artist • Favorite board or video game • A particular hidden talent of yours • Name of the street or town where you grew up • Name(s) of your pet(s) (if applicable)

2.  Imagine: Next, combine any number of selections from the previous list to develop a fun description of yourself. Perhaps you are a superhero who can make tacos appear with the snap of your fingers? Or do you feel you embody a hybrid of your two favorite animals? Come up with two to four options for yourself by combining answers, adding descriptive features, or editing as needed. Examples of how you might describe your new superhero self: “I’m a…” • Flying Kimchi Horse • Laughing Aqua Robot • Yodeling League of Insects • Bouncing Extroverted Cheeto

3.  Visualize: Continue to working individually to  create a visual representation of yourself based on what you have imagined, making sure to connect to any personality or skills you might bring to the team. Some ideas to get you started include:

· Draw on top of a photograph

· Create an illustration or caricature (a bowl of kimchi wearing sunglasses, a potato chip with a face, etc.)

· Collage together items from magazines or newspapers

· Develop other creative representations, such as a hand puppet constructed from fabric or other material

· Use one of these free programs to create your avatar:

· Adobe Avatar Maker:  https://www.adobe.com/express/create/avatarLinks to an external site.

· Links to an external site.Get Avataaars:   https://getavataaars.com/Links to an external site.

· Superherotar:  https://superherotar.framiq.com/Links to an external site.

*Please note that your avatar can be either a collage-type image that represents you or a character that you create that is symbolic of you.   There is no one right way to create your avatar, the important thing is that you create an image that represents you and that you are able to use the image to introduce yourself to your team.

 

 

Tips

•  Individual avatar: Have fun creating your own individual avatars first, then share them with your team to describe your personality or things you love.  The avatar can be as quirky and strange as you want it to be, as long as you can speak about how it connects to your personality. Robots, horses, insects, objects, humans, and more are all welcome to the party!

•  Combining avatars: Think of interesting ways to combine the avatars together. Don’t just make a matrix of fragmented parts and call things done. Instead, think about how the parts fit together in interesting new ways. What new creatures could you create? What hybrid object might be constructed to represent the team?

•  Brainstorming: Throughout the process of working together, think about the different collaborative storytelling techniques that might help your team brainstorm together. Perhaps one person adds an element to another person’s contribution or you might have an open back-and-forth discussion where multiple stories take place in a shared world. Have fun and share ideas!

•  Stay playful: This does not need to be a serious activity and, in fact, keeping the mood light will build positive feelings among your team. If you will be working on a serious topic later in the process, activities such as this one provide a useful emotional counterpoint to relieve some of the stress and tension that can result from working with challenging topics.

Brainstorm avatar traits, Imagine character options, Visualize representation, How to combine avatars, How to stay playful

September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Assessment Traits

Requires Lopeswrite Assessment Description “The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.” Proverbs 11:3 GCU remains committed to high Code of Conduct and Academic Standards. Review the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards in the university policy handbook. From a Christian perspective, academic integrity can be seen as a reflection of one’s commitment to living a life of honesty, integrity, and responsibility—values deeply rooted in Christian teachings.  Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, using the attached APA Style template. Reflect on the topic of GCU Code of Conduct and Academic Standards and in 250-500 words address the following prompts in four paragraphs:  Assessment Traits

Assessment Traits

Review the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards in the university policy handbook. Go to https://www.gcu.edu/academics/academic-policies.php#h-university-policy-handbook and click on the University Policy Handbook link. Find the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards section. In your own words, explain one academic integrity violation, other than plagiarism, and one code of conduct violation. Give a specific example of what the two identified violations could be and describe why these standards are in place. The academic integrity section discusses academic dishonesty. One area of dishonesty is plagiarism. Define plagiarism in your own words and explain why you think students plagiarize. Describe how students can avoid academic dishonesty, in group work or as an individual. How do you hold yourself and your peers accountable to the code of conduct and academic standards expectations from a Christian lens? Assessment Traits Answer:
One academic integrity violation, apart from plagiarism, is fabrication of information. This occurs when a student invents or falsifies data, research results, or citations in an assignment. For example, a student writing a research paper might cite an article that does not exist to make their work appear more credible

What is one academic integrity violation other than plagiarism?, What is one code of conduct violation?, How can plagiarism be defined and why do students plagiarize?, How can students avoid academic dishonesty?, How can accountability be maintained from a Christian perspective?

September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Treatment Effectiveness & Generalization

1. Dependent Variable and Target Behaviors

The dependent variable is disruptive behavior, consisting of the following three target behaviors: – Yelling profanities: Any instance of John shouting inappropriate or offensive language that can be heard from a distance of at least 5 feet. – Kicking over a desk: Using force from the foot or leg to tip or move a desk from its upright position. – Tipping over his chair: Deliberately leaning or shifting his weight such that the chair falls to the ground, with or without him in it. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.1 Nice job with the dependent variable. 4/4

Treatment Effectiveness & Generalization

2. Operational Definitions Comment  by Microsoft Office User: It’s a little confusing to have both an explanation of the behavior and operational definitions. I would recommend taking off descriptions and just leaving the operational definitions.

– Yelling profanities: A vocal outburst containing inappropriate words at a volume exceeding conversational level. – Kicking over a desk: Contact with the desk using the foot or leg resulting in the desk tipping or being displaced. – Tipping chair: Purposeful movement leading the chair to fall onto the floor from an upright position. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.2 This is a hard one to define. What makes it hard is trying to not use subjective words like inappropriate. Words can be considered inappropriate by one person and be viewed differently by another individual. Look for using words other than inappropriate in your definition. Maybe you could say ‘uses profane words’ or ‘words that are not allowed in the setting’. 1/2 Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.2 Great job with this definition. 2/2 Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.2 When we are writing operational definitions, we are not trying to determine the intention, just defining what to observe. 1/2

3. Measurement Dimension and Recording System

The measurement dimension used is frequency, and the recording method is event recording. This approach is appropriate for discrete, observable behaviors that have a clear beginning and end, allowing for accurate counts of how often the target behaviors occur. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.3 Excellent, this is correct. 5/5 Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.3 Good job. 5/5

4. Single-Subject Design

An ABAB reversal design was used to assess the intervention’s effectiveness. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.4 Nice work. 5/5

5. Graph of the Data

Graph displaying data across four phases of intervention: Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.6 For proper formatting you will want to put the graph in this section and not at the end of the paper. Additionally, we typically don’t connect the data points across the phase change line. This will help with the visual analysis process. 7/10

6. Intervention Effectiveness Treatment Effectiveness & Generalization

Yes, the intervention was effective. Disruptive behaviors decreased significantly during intervention phases and increased again during baseline phases.

7. Visual Analysis

– Level: Sharp reduction in frequency noted in intervention phases. – Trend: Decreasing trend in intervention; increasing trend during baselines. – Variability: Moderate variability in baseline phases, more stability during intervention. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 1.7 You will need to add more detail in your analysis and explanation of why the intervention is effective. 6/9

 

Part II: Treatment Generalization

1. Single-Subject Design for Generalization

Multiple baseline across settings was used. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.1 That is correct. 5/5

2. Type of Generalization Evaluated

Setting generalization. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.2 Correct. 5/5

3. Initial Generalization Effect

Generalization did not occur initially in Classrooms 2 and 3 during the first intervention in Classroom 1. Disruptive behavior remained unchanged in those settings. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.3 I would like to see a little more explanation on what you are analyzing and seeing in the data. What led you to this conclusion? 3/5

4. Effect of Break Card Without Instruction

– Classroom 2: Slight decrease, not significant. – Classroom 3: No change. Generalization was not evident without instruction. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.4 Think back to the definition of setting generalization. Generalization is the decrease, in this scenario, of the behaviors in the novel settings without instruction occurring. 3/5

5. Effect of Break Card + Instruction in Classroom 2

– Classroom 2: Disruptive behavior decreased noticeably. – Classroom 3: No change. Generalization did not occur in Classroom 3. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.5 I want you to look again the data in classroom 3. 0/5

6. Why Not Implement in Classroom 3

To test whether generalization would occur naturally through mediated stimuli without additional instruction. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.6 You are almost there. Generalization is not going to occur ‘naturally’ it is from deliberate programming. How did the behavior analyst in this scenario program for generalization? 1/5

7. Summary Statement Treatment Effectiveness & Generalization

Generalization only occurred when the break card was paired with specific instruction. The presence of the card alone was not sufficient to produce behavior change. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.7 This is incorrect. The intervention worked but that does not mean there was generalization. Review the definition of setting generalization. 0/9

8. Suggestion for Future Treatment

Future interventions should ensure that mediating stimuli are introduced with explicit instruction across all relevant settings. Booster sessions and consistent prompts can support generalization. Comment by Microsoft Office User: 2.8 –It is unethical and impractical to provide instruction in all targeted settings. Ethically, as behavior analysts, we have to program for generalization. Can you imagine having to teach what 2+2 is in the home environment, in the store, at McDonalds, at school, at the park, at a friend’s house, etc.? We can’t provide instruction in all settings. 0/5

Graphical Analysis of Treatment Generalization

The following figure illustrates disruptive behavior across the three classrooms:

What were the dependent variable and target behaviors?, What were the operational definitions used?, What measurement dimension and recording system were applied?, Was the intervention effective and why?, How was treatment generalization evaluated and what were the outcomes?

September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Academic Relationships & Growth

From a Christian perspective, relationships hold a fundamental place not just in personal life but also in academic success and development. Christianity emphasizes the principles and values of love, community, fellowship, and support for one another. These principles and values can significantly enhance the academic journey.

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another-and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:24-25

How does building a support system as a student align with the Christian worldview principles and values mentioned above?

How have you, or could you, integrate these principles and values to enhance your academic journey?

Academic Relationships & Growth

Assessment Description

Academic relationships are critical to your success at GCU. These relationships include faculty members, university staff, tutoring and career resources, and student engagement. Academic Relationships & Growth

How would these relationships be important to your success?

Please provide specific examples of relationships you plan to develop and why.

Assessment Description

Read the Topic 3 Resources indicated below before responding to this DQ.

  • “Time Management” section of Chapter 4 in University Success Guide: Finding Your Purpose
  • Student Preparation for Distance Education.   What strategies do you currently use, or have used in the past, to try to practice good time management? Are there any strategies mentioned in the articles listed above that you use or have used? Are there any strategies from the articles that you will try to use going forward to improve your time management? What time management strategies do you think work best to ensure you have adequate time for studying and school work? Academic Relationships & Growth
  • How does building a support system as a student align with Christian worldview principles and values?, How have you or could you integrate these principles to enhance your academic journey?, How would academic relationships be important to your success?, What specific relationships do you plan to develop and why?, What time management strategies do you currently use or plan to use for success?

    Answer:

September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Human Nature, Suffering, and Redemption

1) The Christian worldview provides an explanation for human nature and the story of the creation and fall (Gen. 1-3). A great deal of the suffering that people experience and much of man’s inhumanity to man are explained by this description of the fall of human nature. Is this characterization of human nature accurate? Why or why not? If not, what is an alternative explanation?

2) How does the fall relate to tragedies like 9/11, disasters such as the Tsunami of 2004 (an earthquake caused a tsunami that killed over 225,000 people), and the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020? Based on the topic Resources, how would you explain how a good, loving, and all-powerful God allows suffering and evil in his creation? Explain how your reaction to evil events has caused you to reassess your worldview.

Human Nature Suffering and Redemption

3) According to the Bible and the Christian worldview, Jesus was fully God and fully human. Interacting with the readings, especially Philippians 2:5-11 and Hebrews 1:1-3, explain why this teaching of Jesus’s full divinity and full humanity is important to Christianity.

4) Read the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) and answer the following questions:

What do you believe is the main theme Jesus is communicating? Human Nature, Suffering, and Redemption

The Christian worldview describes human nature as created good but corrupted by sin through the fall (Genesis 1–3). This framework explains why humanity shows both capacity for love and creativity as well as selfishness, violence, and injustice. I believe this characterization is accurate because it reflects the tension within human experience—our longing for goodness but constant struggle with moral failure. Alternative explanations, such as human behavior being purely shaped by social or evolutionary pressures, overlook the deeper spiritual and moral brokenness that transcends culture and time. The Christian perspective provides a holistic view that accounts for both dignity (being made in God’s image) and depravity (through sin).

Explain the three principal characters. Who do you identify with the most, and why?  Human Nature, Suffering, and Redemption

Is this characterization of human nature accurate?, How does the fall relate to tragedies and disasters?, Why is Jesus’s divinity and humanity important?, What is the main theme of the Prodigal Son?, Who do you identify with most in the parable?

September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Resurrection and Christian Worldview

1) After reading the account of the resurrection of Christ in Luke 24 and in Chapter 6 in The Beginning of Wisdom, express why the resurrection is so important to the Christian worldview.

2) According to the Christian worldview, how does one gain eternal life? Use Bible verses to support your response. How does the Christian concept of the afterlife differ from that concept in other worldviews?

3) Jesus made many absolute statements such as the following:

John 14:6: “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (NIV).

Matthew 7:13-14: “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.”  Resurrection and Christian Worldview

Interacting with these statements and based on Chapter 8 of  The Beginning of Wisdom and the topic overview, how would you answer someone who is concerned that Christianity portrays that Jesus is the only way to salvation?

Resurrection and Christian Worldview

 

4) Many believe naturalism (atheism) emphasizes intellect and reason, while religions emphasize faith. Pope John Paul II made the following profound statement at the beginning of his  Encyclical Letter Fides et Ratio:

“Faith and reason are like two wings on which the human spirit rises to the contemplation of truth; and God has placed in the human heart a desire to know the truth – in a word, to know himself – so that, by knowing and loving God, men and women may also come to the fullness of truth about themselves” (Catholic Church & John Paul II, 1998, p. 1).

Do you believe this quote adequately depicts the Christian view of the interaction of faith and reason, and the value of both? Why or why not? Does the atheistic worldview also use faith and reason? Why or why not?

Reference: Catholic Church, & John Paul II. (1998).  Faith and reason: Encyclical letter Fides et ratio of the Supreme Pontiff John Paul II on the relationship between faith and reason. Vatican City: The Holy See. Retrieved from http://w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_14091998_fides-et-ratio.html  Resurrection and Christian Worldview