Chapter 2 Flashcards
a personal creed that attempts to explain the reality of the universe and their own existence
Foundational values
a fundamental, primary mental a tude from which all other aspects of existence are derived & 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 convic on 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 premise
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?
Sharon Parks
List the three components of faith:
- faith
- assumptions
- beliefs
List the three existential questions that require humans to have faith & 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
List the three factors that impact our philosophical formation of faith:
-Cultural Background
-Conclusions we have drawn from our own observations
-Personal encounters with mystical experiences that take place beyond the realm of objective observation and explanation
Complete the following descriptions of faith:
-The __Noun__ -ac on of faith: Faith is recognized as the beliefs we hold as “true”.
-The __Verb__ -ac on of faith: Faith is recognized as the ac vity of seeking and discovering meaning in the most comprehensive
dimensions of our experience.
____ 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
No matter if a person is religious or an atheist, everyone has to have faith to support what they believe.
True
List the three benefits of studying patterns in our lives:
- Observed (what you have done)
- Measured (was it posi ve/nega ve
- Predicted(reinforceposi ve)
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.
