famous quote and who is its author
the unexamined life is not worth living" (socrates)
how do we change culture?
we make more of it
behaviour is diagnostic" what does this mean?
it reveals what we actually think, feel, and believe
how does behaviour relate to belief
beliefs create values that create perceptions and attitudes that create behaviour
what are values
identify what is most important, standards by which we create our life and make choices
beliefs?
ideas, principles, and teachings that we belief to be true, judgements about world and self
what generates beliefs?
our worldview develops over a lifetime
noetic structure?
the total of all experiences and knowledge
worldview is the sorting mechanism for noetic structure
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what does it mean when we assert that ontology precedes epistimology?
there is something real and self existent before we attempt to understand
how does james sire respond to the criticism that worldview can be too cerebral
worldview is a commitment to the fundamental orientation of the heart.
biblical meaning of "heart"?
the central defining element of the human person (will, intellect, wisdom)
1 John1:14 the writers view of life
we saw it we heard it and now we're telling you so you can experience it along with us, the experience of communion with the father and the son and the holy spirit. we want you to enjoy this too: your joy will be our double joy.
what is a theology of creation as it relates to human vocation?
created to create and cultivate
what is the failure of western christianity?
unwillingness to embody the character and purpose of jesus to restore people and justify
seven questions of worldview
prime reality - god, gods, naturalism
metaphysics - closed universe or something beyond this world
anthropology - accidents of biological evolution or image of god
history and eschatology - purpose of existence, are we going somewhere
epistemology - theor
what did jesus teach concerning worldviews
do not lay up for yourself treasures on earth, but instead in heaven, the eye is the lamp of the body if the light in you is dark, no one can serve two masters
is worldview what you say you believe? if not, how is it determined?
it is not what you say you believe, it is what you value
what are the two kinds of values
authentic values, aspirational values
what does Dr. John Demartini advocate as the better thing to value over passions? why?
rather than being driven by passion, pursue the highest values
what is jesus's will for our lives? what freedom does it offer?
life in the fullest, "the truth will set you free
what does ephesians 2:10 tell us about the nature of our lives in God's plans
for we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared in advance for us
what do values need in order to be meaningful
a form of ourself, not of others. they can be the same as others, but meaning comes from conviction not tradition
how can reviewing your life story help with the identification of values
it shows the major decisions we have made and the trauma that has shaped us, the events that stand out and what we remember, emotionally important moments that shape us
in what sense are the "why's" of your life decisions "cultural artifacts"? why assess these
what did this choice assume about the way my life is, what did this choice assume about the way my life should be, what did... make possible, what did...make impossible, what new conditions did this choice make in my life
what are the value incubators in your life
family system, early church or non church experience, personal experiences, cultural influences, peers, media, regional distinctive, education influence
what questions are involved in identifying one's true self
when and where did you feel most alive, what moment brought you the most satisfaction, what activity makes you feel fully alive, where have you been affirmed the most, what memory do you most often entertain when feeling fulfilled, when and where did you
what was meant in class by "operating system" as opposed to an app
what is the core of your values?, the soul capacity to integrate all the parts into a single whole-life, integrity
what is involved in the human construct?
will, mind, body, soul
what is the purpose and function of the soul as presenting in class
a well ordered soul also harmonizes one's totality with other humans and creation itself
integrity - we are integral when aligned and flourishing
how might salvation be defined in the context of soul alignment
salvation is the realignment of the soul
what is the invitation of jesus according to matthew 11:28-30?
ill show you how to take real rest
get away with me and we'll recover your life
keep company with me and you'll learn how to live freely and lightly
what are our basic needs? how does the bible narrative respond to those
identity, purpose, security, community, freedom/peace
what two "new life seeking" snapshots were uncovered in class?
nicodemus, peter
how do the values of jesus contrast those of the world
unforced rhythms of grace,
world - power, self-advantage, personal freedom, conquer and win, walk by sight, hate enemies, rest by not working, live until you die
jesus - service to lowest, give what you have for others, enslaved to god to be free, yield t
what is the difference between a life that pursues needs and the life that embodies values
needs: tolerate self sacrifice or putting needs on hold, when receiving feel guilty
values: give by nature, receive more than i give, when receiving respect my worth
should needs be ignored? why not
needs are real and cant be ignored
we tend to experience negative feelings when needs are not met
what is sin according to NT Wrights quote
not breaking the law. missing the opportunity to live
what is christian holiness according to Nt Wright
not denying something good. grouping up and grasping something better
what is the "fully human role" according to NT Wright
as agents, heralds, and stewards of the new day that is dawning
what did george spain spend his life doing
working with the mentally ill
who is jamie daily and what did he do
musician who sings gospel and bluegrass
who is Fredric Blankfein and what has he done
grew up jewish and is a film director
what is the heart of what it means to be a christian culture maker
embracing the paradox of not changing the world but transforming culture is "the very heart of what it means to be a christian culture maker
what does the old testament teach us about the use of power
we are given power and abuse it every time and resulted in rescue stories
the messiah comes and uses power appropriately
what is the purpose of the living water spoken of and in the old and new testaments? what does it do?
everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again but whoever drinks the water i give will never be thirsty again.
what is the Great Reversal
story of powerlessness overcoming distorted power
how is god different from other ancient gods in God's concern for the poor, widows, and orphans?
marginalized to be taken care of, gave his son to take care of the powerless, selfless expression, power demonstrated in multiple ways through miracles but true demonstration was laying down his life for us
what was the culmination of the convergence between the powerful and the powerless
the crucifixion and resurrection of jesus
the centurion saw him on the cross and said "this is God's son
what was jesus's ultimate demonstration of power
laying down his life for us
in what sense are we artifacts of the resurrection of jesus
life is found in giving oneself away
what does the messiah teach and demonstrate to us on the appropriate use of power
it should be used to serve the powerless
what does jesus say was his job description
to proclaim good news to the poor
what does philippians 2:12-13 have to do with living our life in culture? what is god at work doing at us?
god is working to find your "summum bonum". he delights in your adventure to find the good works preprogrammed into your DNA
what is our personal challenge in terms of God's gift to the world of living waters
to be the water that brings life to others
what is the idea of 3, 12, and 120?
different levels of community and influence, a core group of three, a larger group of 12, extended network of 120
how does this apply to the story of jesus
acts is the story of the expansion of jesus' project of redeeming creation- an open ended story into which we are invited
how is the original sin described in this presentation
declaration of human autonomy
it broke community between human/divine. man/woman, humility/creation
who does crouch characterize as "children of grace"? why is this an important observation?
strivers v. legacies, the children of grace have an attitude of gratitude
what does "prodigal" mean
wastefully extravagant
how are we encouraged to encounter closed doors and painful experiences
they can be our greatest blessing to relate
in what sense does this course reinforce the important idea that there is no secular/sacred divide in vocational callings?
all legitimate vocations can make manifestations of God's continual creative activity in the world
what is the relationship between grace and discipline
the disciplines that undergrid any effort at culture making are an essential path to grace"
"grace is not a shortcut. it is a blessing to embrace and burn 'like rocketfuel'
what is the relationship between grace and failure?
grace is not an exemption from failure. grace sustains hope in the midst of failure.
where does fredrick buechner believe our calling is found?
where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet