CWV-101: Finding Scripture: Humanity and Ethics Worksheet and Journal #4
Module 4 - Part 1 Finding Scriptures: Humanity and Ethics Worksheet
For Part 1 of this assignment, you will complete this worksheet by finding the Scriptures listed below.
Please keep your answers brief. Solid academic writing is expected. Refer to the GCU Academic Writing Guidelines in the Student Success Center.
Give a brief summary after each passage listed below.
Humanity:
Genesis 1:26-27 – God made man in his image. He gave man authority to rule over all creatures of the earth.
Genesis 2:7 – God made man out of the dust of the earth and gave him life.
Psalm 139:14 – Mankind praises God of how he/she were created.
Matthew 5:3-16 – Jesus speak on blessings (The Beatitudes) on The Sermon on The Mount. He also encourage believers to let people see you praising and testifying of God’s goodness.
Galatians 5:22-23 – The Holy Spirit gives spiritual virtues to all believers; which is the Fruits of the Spirit.
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Write 2-3 sentences explaining how the five passages above might shape the Christian worldview: God made man in his image and he gave him authority of all living creatures of the earth. In return, mankind thanked and praise God for breathing the breath of life into their being. Because we are new believers in Christ, Jesus blessed us with The Beatitudes and the Fruits of The Sprits. He stated do not be afraid to let the world know that you are a child of God. Do not lose your flavor, he likes us spicy to proclaim the word of God.
Give a brief summary after each passage listed below.
Ethics:
Exodus 20:2-17 – These are the commandments God gave to Moses to read to the Israelites.
Proverbs 14:31 – God instructed us to show mercy and kindness to the poor. The poor will always be with us.
Romans 12:2 – Do not let the world, society tell you how to live. Live the way God instructed you to by faith, love and kindness.
I Corinthians 6:19-20 – Your body is a holy temple. God does not want for us to defile it with drugs, alcohol, idol sex, and lust.
I Corinthians 13:1-13 – This is referred to as the Love Chapter. This chapter teaches us about love for ourselves and others.
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Write 2-3 sentences explaining how the five passages immediately above might shape the Christian worldview: God gave every person free will to choose his or her destiny. Some individuals fall into temptation while others were worshiping other Gods. God became so angry, he wrote the Ten Commandments instructing Moses to read them to the Israelites. He want us to be true believers not letting the world to dictate how we should live, think and act. He wants us to be faithful to his laws and word.
See Part 2 of this assignment on the next page.

Part 2 - Journal on Humanity and Ethics
Use the space below to compose a journal of 250-500 words on humanity and ethics by answering the following:
Is man inherently good or evil? Is his progress inevitable? If left to his own resources, will he act benevolently or will he enter into conflict with his fellow man? Give an example from the 20th century and one contemporary example. Conclude by comparing your view of humanity and ethics to the Christian Worldview.
APA is not required for this assignment but solid academic writing is expected. The 20th century was a century of assassinations, racial equity, serial killings, technology and God taken out of schools and government buildings. This century had it good and bad points. The good, racial equity, it still exist but it is better than it was 150 years ago. People can now live and attend schools where they want and marry who and they want. Technology. Technology has become a value tool. We can communicate more effectively through the use of cell phone and computers. Research and learning can be done not only in the classroom and library but at home, café’s, coffee shop or at the park. Yes, the 20th century has bought us innovative inventions but it also has bought us sorrows. Assassinations of beloved leaders, serial killings and the taking God out of public schools and government buildings. As we enter into the 21st century we have seen the evil spirits of Satan penetrate the mind, soul and body of members of society. These spirits has convince people to commit awful and heinous acts on innocent men, women and children. Almost every day as we watch the network news, we have seen or heard about some tragedy that has occurred because of some disturb individual or cult. Mass shootings, suicide bombers and terrorist acts has destroyed families, neighborhoods and cities because of their selfish acts or in the name of their God. As I compare the past and the present it’s seem that some inhabitants of the present is selfish and delusional. As I look, mental illness is so rampage in our young people.
Children do not know how to handle the stresses of this world. Forensic psychologist
Tony Farrenkopf says “society doesn’t necessary teach constructive ways to deal with depression and disappointment. And, we provide very little support to people at risk before they become violent”. I totally agree with Mr. Farrenkopf, what these individuals need is the intervention of
Christ in their lives and the support system of a village; mother, father, grandparents, teachers, friends and prayers. Jesus is the answer to all our problems. Parents need to take their children to church, bible study, Sunday school. There they will receive a foundation in Christ. They will learn if there is not anyone else there to turn to Jesus will always be there. Children need to know that they are loved not only by their family but God also.

References

Grose, T (2013): The Psychological of Mass Shootings News:yahoo.com/psychology-mass-shootings