Ch. 2.2/2.3 - Q3 Flashcards
Compare and contrast the viewpoints on the definition of “BEAUTY” between a Supernaturalist and a Naturalist.
Supernaturalist: Values the God-created inward qualities of humans
Naturalist: Values the outward physical form and personalities of humans
Where Jesus said to the father regarding his sick child “if you can believe, all things are possible” and the father honestly responded “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
Mark 9
“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.”
Hebrews 11:1-3
“We live by faith, not by sight.”
2 Corinthians 5:7
“since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities - his eternal power and divine nature - have been clearly
seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.”
Romans 1:20
3 dimensions of faith
First, Faith correlates to what we _________ for.
Secondly, Faith correlates to our __________ about what has happened.
Thirdly, Faith is ________ in what we are trying to _________ right now.
Explain.
Hope
Certainty
Active; understand
List the three different ways to hear
Ears
Eyes
Thoughts
During the time of reflection, what are the four key areas where you need to ask important questions?
Knowledge
Wisdom
Reason
Experience
Although an idea doesn’t need to provide a positive response in all four areas before you proceed, what is the warning given?
If an idea doesn’t match any of the four, beware!!
When learning, what two abilities will begin to emerge out of this evaluation, providing better discernment and more confidence?
Understand Patterns
Acquire Information
While practicing, taking actions will continue to ____________ and ___________ your faith.
grow and strengthen
What is the choice that you have to make when reflecting?
What benefit is there for me in what I have just heard?
What is God trying to teach me in what I have just heard?
Will your choice at reflecting change the effectiveness of the Cycle working?
No
What is the Learning Circle that we discussed in class? – Give an example at each of the four points on the circle.
Hearing : Listening to a lecture in class or reading about a new concept Writing: Taking notes on the lecture and/or what you’re reading Discussing: Talking, debating, sharing, what you’ve learned with yourself and others (includes studying) Practicing: Taking a quiz/test to have feedback on how well you have learned
What is significant about the relationship of the past, present, and future in regards to the choices you make and the quality of the experiences you have?
Recognizing the what values you held and what you placed your faith in when in the PAST will help you understand the PRESENT which will then give you an opportunity to make decisions about you will place your faith in the FUTURE.
