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Select 5 words to summarize what you have learned so far about God, Jesus, the Gospel, and the Bible. Take each word and write 2 sentences each explaining why you selected that particular word and how it summarizes what you've learned so far.
Note: This response is in UK English, please paste the response to MS Word and you should be able to spot discrepancies easily. You may elaborate the answer based on personal views or your classwork if necessary.
(Answer) Egalitarianism – The New Testament extensively preaches how the scribes and Pharisees are not the only individuals that are able to receive God's love. The Samaritans, Corinthians and the Greeks were also able to receive God’s healing and love. Also, the twelve apostles were a motley crew of individuals and Jesus did not distinguish his followers only to be from the elite class.
Charity – The bible continuously preaches giving away mercy, wealth, kindness etc. This giving away of materials, positive emotions and care is a form of charity that the Bible strongly advises is the believer’s way of life.
Compassion – Compassion is the ability to be vicarious or comprehend the pain of another. The bible urged us to be good to those in need because we need to be able to feel the pain that they are going through in order to help them.
Love – The fundamental of everything good according to the bible is love. Love is a divine expression that has been passed on to human beings. This love is to be spread in order to pass on the divine message.
Humility – The lack of pride in oneself and one’s position leads to a lack of aggression and condescendence towards others. The quality of humility is personified in Jesus as he is God who was made into a helpless baby in the hands of human beings who were in need of care. Also, God does not enforce his will on human beings without their willingness. Even God could become a man only with the “yes” of a woman. Since Mary said yes to God’s plan, Jesus was able to come to the world.