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- Interval server error again when trying to post to discussions so: Method for study of authority in systematic theology. What is our responsibility with respect to critically assess theological construct proposals? what role does the Bible, reason, tradition, experience play? Are the insights of others valid input to expand conceptual framework, so that we can discern what is best aligned with he Bible, and the nature and character of God? In the introduction hand out the following is outlined: "How do you do this? Deductiveapproach–Heb.13:17- InductiveBibleStudy– Combination-Acts17:11“NowtheseJewsweremorenoblethanthosein Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” See also Acts 15:5-23" Heb 13:17 is very interesting. Does that verse imply that we are to blindly obey and submit, or are we expected to see if their theological constructs, orthopraxis and the like align well with the Bible and especially with the weightier matters of the law: the love of God, the Holy Spirit, mercy, justice, charity, godliness? Can the insight of a beloved brother help us put things in perspective? If our churches want to disciple and empower nations, we must focus on discipling people first. HOW TO EMPOWER OTHERS. HOW TO EXPLOIT OTHERS allow them to function give them functions believe in them make them believe in you delegate authority require submission further God’s plan for them make them part of your plans invest in them use them love them, and say so love the task more than the people give them what you have take what they have to give discuss with them preach at them freely spend time with them require appointments give them the keys now make them wait until you retire serve them let them serve you praise them accept their praise of you transfer masterhood demonstrate masterhood Simson, W., & Barna, G. (2015). The house church book: rediscover the dynamic, organic, relational, viral community jesus started. Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale. So the question is: does God empower believers, or exploits them? If He empowers, and a system exploits, does that system is aligned with the nature and character of God? God gave us rationality to use it. A system that discourages critical thinking and does not go in detail in things like the above, could be considered a legit authority to submit to? If unquestioned submission and obedience is forced or expected by a group, and their orthopraxis does not align with the best of the Bible in terms of love, justice, mercy, charity, good will, empowerment and the like, could it be considered a true Bride of Christ? Just for further research, reflection and comment.
- I posted the first discussion in reaction to the first course. Lots of particular themes, and probably not a good logical structure because I wrote it hastily to show what kind of concerns run in my mind when approaching the study of ST. Feel free to comment on particular issues, or none, hope it enlarges the conceptual framework so that good applications, research, etc. ensues. Blessings.
Hamilton Ramos — Edited
Sorry about that Doc. I am not experienced doing this of setting a group. I did it because I could not post to discussion in the SW group Dr. Breshears sent us to. I modified parameters (not really knowing what I was doing), hope you can have access now to discussions.- All good Hamilton, I have not been well the last few days so haven’t done any more of the course as yet, once I’m feeling better I will be active again.
- Get well soon. The course has given me many things to think about. Heb 13:17. Obey and submit. Interesting thought, but I would think that the fair way to do that, is to have the person have such an expanded and detailed conceptual framework that he / she can easily see if the fruit produced by the particular leader is the one of a good tree. I will write more on this in a discussion. Blessings.
- Hi all: Wondering if someone has a clue on how to best approach the course, any recommended workflow?
- Copy that. I was moved by some words Dr. Breshears used, so I will do some research to see what I can synthesize out of them. Some words: Convictions, possibilities, method. I know that module one is a basic one, but I would like to see more in the way of prolegomena: frame of reference, critical thinking, standards for validation of a theological construct, etc. I will write about such when I finish doing basic research on some concepts.
- Yes it’s at a basic level but good to review these concepts and hear someone different speak about them and share some personal anecdotes. Dr Breshears is an enaging teacher.
- The study of the concept "conviction" as in deeply held belief, has proven to be elusive as far as information goes. https://community.logos.com/forums/p/171909/993253.aspx#993253 But it is very important and worthy.