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

Discussion Thread: The Power of Story The common wish for most people that I have noticed is to seek to involve their lives in a more diverse lifestyle and tends to make traveling the world a part of their lifelong goal. This was one of the primary reasons I enlisted in the U.S. Air Force was the opportunity for a diverse life with some travel. However, I wasn’t so lucky and remained stuck in the States for the entirety of my enlistment. Diversity and understanding is what m

The Literature Led Lifestyle: A Personal Take On the Biblical Worldview There is a relative quality between a Biblical worldview and the manner in which I conduct my approach to just about everything in life. This personal approach I have unknowingly applied to my engagements with life long ago, but it is more recognizable now in my recent years. It is more apparent to me now because for one I am older; and secondly because I have now given this a name which now has me more

Discussion Thread: Training Champions for Christ The “Training Champions for Christ” video greatly provides the underlying message behind the importance of the Gospel and deploying the essential core values needed for students and others alike. It offers the capabilities to effectively progress in our education; seek out necessary resources pertinent to our own personal cause; and above all, grow ever more with the Lord at the forefront of our path in life. This brief visual