Scripture Persuasive Essay

For years, the dispute about what is fact and what is opinion has been present in the church. This debate is seen, in modern day, through the different denominations that are under the Christianity banner. Under the banner of Christianity there are Catholic, Baptist, Presbyterian, Apostolic, Methodist, Seventh-Day Adventist, Church of God in Christ (C.O.G.I.C), and Lutheran.

For Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, "I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment." In my opinion, avoidable disjunctions over trivial matters harm the church and interrupt the fellowship of believers. For example, my former pastor caused worthless and unloving disunity in our church because he fervently adhered to his Reformed theology at the expense of others, despite no decisive evidence regarding this doctrine existing in the Bible. Sadly, several strong Christians left our Church and never returned. Nonsensical divisions such as this lead to the innumerable formations of denominations and alienation of believers. Instead of initiating these fruitless arguments, Christians need to focus on living lives holy and pleasing to

Denominations have such an impact on people within their sect that they actually set the rules the people live by. Such as is it okay to drink or is it not okay. Some argue that denominations have no part in one’s relationship with Jesus Christ. While one’s relationship with Jesus Christ is exactly that—a relationship between an individual and Jesus Christ, one’s denomination helps promote and lead you in your relationship with Jesus

Dustin Kirchner CH 201 Professor Murdock 23 April 2015 Title What is Christianity? Christianity is monotheistic religion based upon the teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the New Testament. Christianity first began in the mid-1st century, originating from the Levant region of the Middle East and quickly spreading to Europe, Asia, Syria, and Egypt, and after several centuries more, Christianity became the dominant religion to the majority of the world.

There are many types of churches with different organizations and denominations. With this diversity brings many opinions and beliefs that separate people and churches. I saw segregation and separation in a church I attended growing up. While attending this church we had many rules and regulation that needed to be followed, similar to the oral Torah. One example, the Pastor taught that we were not allowed to have friends or hang out with other people who did not have the same beliefs as us. However, as I grew in understanding, I realized this separated us from sharing God to others who needed Him. This separation of people in that church contradicts what Kraybill discusses Jesus’ practice was to help and fellowship with the unclean and not

There is only one way to god and that is threw Jesus Christ. We have to go through Jesus because we are sinners and sin cannot be in God’s presence. Sin is falling short of Gods glory and since we all fall short we need Jesus to bring us back. To have Jesus we must accept him.

The Sermon on the Mount was God’s first utterance to the general public, who had been reared by a corrupted Judaism. Moreover, it has been interpreted to possibly to be the first discourse to Jesus’ disciples. In His design, He not only wanted to teach Christians ethics, but attempted to point out the errors of Pharisaism while bringing to life the consciences about God’s legalistic listeners. In Matthew 5:20, God says, "Unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." These themes follow through to the end of the chapter. God expounded the spiritual side of the law to awaken His audience so they could see they needed His own perfect righteousness. Their blinders resulted in ignorance of the spiritual side of the law that was the source of Phrisaism, the leaders conveyed they would fulfil the law with the outward letter. God wanted to set His people back on track with this information on how they should act ethically.

When dealing with the Christian denominations, we must go back and start with the reformation. This reformation, commonly referred to as the Protestant Reformation, split reformed Christianity from Catholicism. As a result of this reformation, Christianity broke off into four major denominations: Lutherans, Methodists, Presbyterians, and Baptists. Each one of these churches finds a different part of Christianity to focus on. The denominations do not stop there however. People have created even more offshoots of Christianity based on their interpretation of the Scriptures, some being valid, while others are completely bizarre. Over time, over forty-thousand different denominations have been established worldwide!

Within the pages of the Bible are various examples of Christians who served in the military; there’s an account in the Old Testament of those waiting on stand-by to go to war. Laws dictated the engagement of war and instructions on fighting the battle, sieges, and for dividing whatever spoils that remained after getting the victory. Not all men were eligible for warfare, for example; the Levites were exempt, as were men who were in the process of being wed, or who had not yet dedicated a house, nor those men who had planted a vineyard but not yet partaken of the fruit of their hard labor.

When Christians rely on doctrine and dogma, rather than inquiry, critical thinking, and contemplation, the “practice” of Christianity can become merely a set of spoken beliefs, rather than a living, evolving authentic practice in faith.

The usage of cell phones is increasing dramatically in the world today, especially among the student body. The principal’s idea of banning cell phones from the school has to be one of the best ideas yet. Why does a student even need to use a cell phone during school? The usage of cell phones in a school or a business can only lead to disaster. Students could be texting friends the answers on tests, talking on the phone and not paying attention and miss an announcement, or they might talk or text and hurt another individual verbally or physically.

In writing on the 24-hour view of Creation in The Genesis Debate, J. Ligon Duncan III and David W. Hall make the excellent point that we should always be cautious when attempting to harmonize Scripture with the latest scientific theories. They write, “we should be wary of those who accommodate Scripture to current scientific theory, because he who marries the spirit of the age will be a widower in the next.” This is important to keep in mind, regardless of the issue, or your position on it. If we are too quick to interpret Scripture based on what the scientific community is currently espousing, we will seem foolish should that theory be later disproven.

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 (NIV).

Christianity is the largest faith group in the world today. The word Christianity came from “Christ,” which meant the “Anointed One” and the central point of

Christianity is the religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Most followers of Christianity, called Christians, are members of one of three major groups--Roman Catholic, Protestant, or Eastern Orthodox. These groups have different beliefs about Jesus and His teachings. But all consider Jesus central to their religion. Most Christians believe God sent Jesus into the world as the Savior. Christianity teaches that humanity can achieve salvation through Jesus.