Discussion Thread: Studying American Literature from a Christian Worldview To begin my discussion on the importance of this exciting era lensed through a Christian worldview, American was built on just that and used to receive its understanding from just that. An era that birthed what could be described as the greatest of American literature, I will attempt to do my best as to not be too eagerly bias as this time era is my place of residence for most, if not seemingly all, o

Discussion Thread: Experience with Theology The etymology of theology and its utterance always sends me directly back to the fundamental aspects that concerns my foremost thoughts for the contemplation of God and anything that is of a biblical nature. The prefix theo- gets its translation from the Greek word— God. And simply enough, the -logy or “logos” would be the Greek translation meaning study or word (Britannica). When I internalize the usage of the study of God, it has

A Final Reflection on the Topic of Cultural Intelligence: My Goals for a Higher Purpose I had always internally muttered amongst myself and to others on occasion about how if I had not even grown up in a Christian household, that I would still represent my instinctive outlook just the same. But then I could be very much wrong. I have always said this, in a way, to support my faith in God, a greater good, and higher power— be even a strange idea. So, with that said, I have al

Strength Through the Storm: West Virginia Flooding of 2026 What Was Observed During the Experience? No one was really prepared for what nature had in store for my home state of West Virginia. Nor do I think anyone was anticipating the magnitude of inclement weather and what was to transpire over the Summer of 2026. In late July, the people of West Virginia would experience all-new historical record of heavy downfall of rain in such a short period of time that would cause dev

Course Materials Reflection (Instructions) In this week’s video, Dr. Harper gave some practical examples of how the cultural dimensions could impact life and work in several different fields. What’s one way you have seen cultural dimensions play out in your work, ministry, or community? (Write at least 200 words). An obvious observation can be made for the reason behind the conventional lifestyle (of say) the typical American work life. It is the one where someone works their

Discussion Thread: Social Classes in the United States Part A: According to Knox (2022), the United States is made up of four main social classes: upper, middle, working, and lower class. The upper class is regarded as possessing a considerable amount of wealth among the four classes that include individuals with personal property, real estate, stocks, bonds, or money. The people that make up the most out of all the classes would be the middle class including those between

The Interpretation of Homelessness: A Socioeconomic Issue? Or A Cry to Live Freely? As I begin to meditate on the socioeconomic classes of our economy, I have observed experimentally on many occasions that some folks of society are where they are not just simply because they are socially or economically “uneducated,” or “poor,” or even because they may lack the resources. I believe on many occasions this “social problem” is simply that a social problem. Perhaps, those of u

Discussion Thread: Using Artificial Intelligence to Communicate the Grand Narrative This is the exact and initial prompt I entered for Copilot is as follows: Provide me with a presentation on sharing the Grand Narrative of the Scripture of God's Holy Word to a friend from the country of the Philippines. If you happen to reference the Bible, make sure to cite it from the King James Version. Consider the cultural systems, elements of verbal and non-verbal communicatio

Course Materials Reflection (Instructions) Reflect on this week’s reading assignments and videos. What is an important insight that you learned from Dr Harper in the video on “CQ Strategy and Action in Communication?” How can you apply that insight to your interactions this week? Write a narrative of at least 200 words in the white box below. Well, firstly I do not mean to sound like I am dampening and/or devaluing the optimism in the lecture from Dr. Harper’s video as that i

Discussion Thread: Religious Freedom Part A: As with just about anything that can be closely examined in this reality, I cannot express my opinion on the matter of “what religion means to me” without the inclusion of it being analyzed from both sides— one that is subjective and one that is objective. My close relationship with the very essence of literature has me further approaching matters in life in a more neutral or balanced mindset than ever before. However, this may no