Ch. 2.1 - Q2 Flashcards
a personal creed that attempts to explain the reality of the universe and their own existence.
Foundational Values
a fundamental, primary mental attitude from which all other aspects of existence are derived and interpreted.
Mind Set
a state of utter confusion or disorder characterized by a total lack of organization.
Chaos
of or pertaining to the aspect of human existence that is apart and distinguished from the physical nature.
Spiritual
a truth known by actual experience or observation to exist or to have happened.
Fact
something purposely meant to be done or brought about.
Intentional
a basis, stated or assumed, on which reasoning proceeds.
Premise
mental acceptance of and conviction in the truth, actuality, or validity of something.
Belief
basic plan, scheme, or pattern that guides and controls function or development.
Design
a statement that is taken for granted.
Assumption
what we believe about why we exist.
Existential premises
Explain the concept of innocence lost?
The realization in one’s life that the world is often mean, dishonest, unfair, etc. one has to decide how to protect themselves from fears real and imagined
Who was the author referenced in the lecture regarding the concept of innocence lost?
Tolstoy
What is the significance of this quote; “Faith is more adequately recognized as the activity of seeking and discovering meaning in the most comprehensive dimensions of our experience”?
Being aware of yourself - asking yourself why you do what you do and finding patterns in your actions, thoughts, and words to discover what you believe and put your faith in.
Who is the author of this quote?
Parks
the three components of faith
Facts
Assumptions
Beliefs
List the three existential questions that require humans to have faith and become the foundation of how humans will develop their life purpose.
How did I come into existence?
Why do I exist?
Where does my existence lead?
What is the consequence of responding to these questions with “opt out” answers such as “nothing”, “I don’t care” or the avoidance of answering them at all?
Their search for a Life Calling and overriding purpose to their life is over, because according to their response they have none, and/or classes such as this (and the Life Calling Model) are pointless
Did Activity 2.1 - Clarifying Your Faith Using Noun-Actions - provide insight for you? Explain.
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The _______ -action of faith: Faith is recognized as the beliefs we hold as “true”.
Noun
The _______ -action of faith: Faith is recognized as the activity of seeking and discovering meaning in the most comprehensive dimensions of our experience.
Verb
_______ can help you learn how to explore the pattern of the universe using an objective methodology.
Science
_______ can help you develop critical thinking that will enable you to develop conclusions based on cause-to-effect logic and help you learn how to develop conclusions based on what you encounter in life.
Philosophy
________ can help you explore these deeper questions from a more mystical approach. It can also help you explore how others have worked through this subject.
Religion
Read works found in _________. Here you can learn how some of the greatest minds in history have struggled with uncertainty about their personal place in the universe.
classic literature
Talk to other people about these issues, especially people you ________. Don’t be afraid, however, to include people who __________ with you.
respect; disagree
Pursue spirituality on a _______ and _________ level, as well as on a ________ level.
mystical; personal; rational
List the three benefits of studying patterns in our lives
Predicted
Observed
Measured
Contrast the faith and worldviews given in the text:
SUPERNATURALIST vs. NATURALIST (devoid of God)
intentional creation (origins) random chance deliberate design (blueprint) accidental pattern unique purpose (guidance) chaotic possibilities permanent place (results) temporary niche response to life-calling (choice) best guess
How does the permanent nature of God contrast with the temporary nature of man?
God is ALWAYS consistent in His Divine Nature and Eternal Power. His KNOWLEDGE is UNIVERSAL and His Love for us and principles contained in Scripture NEVER FAIL. Man’s nature centers on self-benefit and thus looking to ourselves and others is inconsistent - it depends upon the LIMITED reality of me and experience.
Wisdom on how to make decisions that will impact the future for ourselves and others is found where?
The spiritual realm
List the verse: “God does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart.”
1 Samuel 16:7
How are patterns and the purpose for your life connected - in understanding of how our values, behaviors, and how we spend our time related to our past, present and future?
Patterns (when studied) can provide you valuable feedback on which areas you excel at, which you need help from others in, and what changes you need make in your life. Your PRESENT state of being is related to the values you’ve held in the PAST - from which you had a faith in the FUTURE.
