these questions can be found within the Book of Luke (Holy Bible). The Book of Luke is unique to the other Gospels in that he includes many of the disadvantaged people of the first-century society. These include the poor, ill, demon-possessed, the Samaritans, and women. To appreciate the answers to the previously posed questions and uniqueness of his Gospel, it is important to have the background of the writer, Luke, and the audience to whom he writes. Luke is known to be a physician by profession…
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. As one begins to study the Gospel of Luke and what the author’s theology is in relationship to the development of the Church from early Christianity to the 21st century, it is important to understand some of the basic known facts regarding this particular Gospel. As with any of the Gospels, it is imperative to understand its context and audience. The author of the Gospel of Luke is anonymous; however there are clues as to the identity. The author “sometimes refers to himself in the first person…
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Eventually the son realizes an important thought for life. The character in the Prodigal son that I can relate to is the father. The father of “The Prodigal Son” is merciful toward his disobedient son, which show he is very kind. In the book of Luke 16: 24 the father says, “Because this son of mine was dead, and has come to life again; he was lost and has now been found.” This shows how the son came back and the father welcoming him back. I am able to forgive people for what they have done…
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and Islam spiritual perspective on healing. In Christianity, prayer is a way that a person can stay healthy physically, mentally and spiritually. Health is viewed by having a strong spiritual relationship with the Lord and living one's life by the word of God. Buddhist need a balance of health both mentally and physically in order to achieve optimal health. They way that they are able to restore health would be by practicing healthy dietary habits or meditation. Rastafarianism view on health as a…
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Matthew The purpose for the book of Matthew was to convince the Jews that Jesus really is the Messiah they were promised in the Old Testament. Many didn’t believe him and considered him a blasphemer. The first 17 verses of the first chapter lay out the genealogy of Jesus, which qualified him as the valid Savior. In Chapter 10 he tells of the disciples and their instructions for spreading the word that the Messiah has arrived. Matthew spends the middle of the book telling about Jesus’ miracles and…
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Cognitive developmentChild: Luke Jackson Present/Observed (Oct. 24th, 2012)Observer: Bernique Pinder | Skill | Yes | Not Yet Able | Comments | Names a range of shapes | X | | Completed | Names a range of colours | X | | Completed | Sorts objects easily into alike groups | X | | Completed. Although some objects were classified with some assistance | Orders objects according to size | X | | Completed | Counts up to 20 objects, touching each one (rational counting) | X | | Completed…
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your souls” Jesus is referred to as the shepherd. As a shepherd, Jesus was expected to lead and care for his sheep and this is exactly what he did, he lead and care for his people. Jesus announces his ministry and reads from the book of Isaiah in his hometown of Nazareth (Luke 3:23). Jesus explains to the people that his ministry will cause some prophets and people to suffer rejection from others (Coogan, 2011). He also explains to the people that his ministry will benefit people other than Nazareth…
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The first mention of anything close to tithing is Genesis 14:20. And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And he gave him tithes of all. The above is King James Version of the Bible. The actual Hebrew word used there is ma`aser, meaning tenth. So the actual translation should be ‘And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And he gave him tenth of all’. There are several translations that supported this claim:…
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Jesus = “Yeshua” in Hebrew means “saviour” “Christ” comes from the Greek word “Christos” meaning “anointed one” His followers called him “Messiah” meaning “anointed one of the Lord” A rough outline of Jesus’ life (as presented in the Gospels) can be reconstructed as follows: … Nativity: Birth of Jesus at Bethlehem, Christmas is celebrated in commemoration of his birth. Two accounts of his birth, in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. Fulfills the Old Testament prophesy to the coming of the Messiah. Wise…
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(Page 30) - This passage represents an example of a Simile. This is because the author helps describe Luke’s hair by using the words: “Like a well-ploughed field.” By including this comparison, the reader is able to have a better understanding of what Luke’s hair really looks like. I wonder why Ms. Morrison stated “That poor woman,” In regards to Alice Pye. (Page 32, 42) - I believe that Calvin Pye, the husband of Alice Pye, might possibly be abusive towards his family. This…
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