Life Calling Chapter 2 Flashcards
Foundational Values
A personal creed that attempts to explain the the reality of the universe and their own existence
Mind Set
A fundamental, primary mental attitude from which all other aspects of existence are derived and interpreted
Chaos
A state of utter confusion or disorder characterized by a total lack of organization
Spiritual
Of or pertaining to the aspect of human existence that is apart and distinguished from the physical nature
Fact
A truth known by actual experience or observation to exist or to have happened
Intentional
Something purposely meant to be done or brought about
Premise
A basis, stated or assumed, on which reasoning proceeds
Belief
Mental acceptance of and conviction in the truth, actuality, or validity of something.
Design
Basic plan, scheme, or pattern that guides and controls function or development
Assumption
A statement that is taken for granted
Existential premises
What we believe about why we exist
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:
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
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 _______ -action of faith: Faith is recognized as the beliefs we hold as “true”
The _______ -action of faith: Faith is recognized as the activity of seeking and discovering meaning in the most comprehensive dimensions of our experience
Noun
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 other have worked through this subject
Religion
Read works found ______ __________. 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
Did Activity 2.1 - Clarifying your Faith Using Noun- Actions provide insight for you -explain?
Answers will vary
True or False? No matter if a person is religious or an atheist, everyone has to have faith to support what they believe
True
List three benefits of studying patterns in our lives :
Observed (what you have done)
Measured (was it positive/negative)
Predicted (reinforce positive)
Contrast the faith and world views given in the text: Origins
Supernaturalist - intentional creation
Naturalist- random chance
Contrast the faith and worldviews given in the text: Blueprint
Supernaturalist- deliberate
Naturalist - accidental pattern
Contrast the faith and worldviews given in the text: Guidance
Supernaturalist- unique purpose
Naturalist - chaotic possibility
Contrast the faith and worldviews given in the text: Results
Supernaturalist- permanent place
Naturalist- temporary niche
Contrast the faith and worldviews given in the text: Choices
Supernaturalist- response to life-calling
Naturalist- 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 center on self-benefit and thus looking to ourselves and others is inconsistent- it depends upon the LIMITED reality of time 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.
Compare and contrast the viewpoints on 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, al 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 don’t see. This 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
Complete and EXPLAIN the three dimensions of faith:
First, faith correlates to what we ________ for
Hope
Secondly, Faith correlates to our _______ about what has happened.
Certainty
Thirdly, faith is ______ in what we are trying to _______ right now.
Active
Understand
What are the four parts of the Faith-Strengthening Cycle from Activity 2.2?
Hearing
Practicing
Reflecting
Learning
During the time of reflection, what are the four key areas where you need to ask important questions:
Knowledge
Wisdom
Reason
Experience
When learning, what two abilities will begin to emerge out of this evaluation, providing better discernment and more confidence
Understand pattern
Acquire information
While practicing, taking actions will continue to ______ and _______ your faith
Grow
Strengthen
What is the choice that you have to make when reflecting?
What benefit is there form 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
