This has been a very interesting term in Theology 2, not just learning about the theological concepts, but actually seeing them play out my life.
Instead of studying about substitutionary atonement, kenosis or incarnation, projects lead us to carry a small wooden cross, remind ourselves our identity in Christ, and visit other denominations to see how they operate. The best word to describe this term would be "experiential."
To be honest, I typically don't like to be told to feel certain emotions. And usually the moment I am told to feel something, I try to avoid it. But I do feel like this term has been beneficial. It has been an opportunity to have a weekly heart-check; to see how I am doing internally. I am learning that when my physical meters are on low, my emotional, mental & spiritual meters struggle as well. This class has helped me realize there is a stewardship in knowing God and making him known. I need to be in a place where I am completely taken care of in all regards if I am to 1) have a relationship with God and 2) lead others to have a relationship with him.
Overall, I have found this term very beneficial. :)
To be honest, I typically don't like to be told to feel certain emotions. And usually the moment I am told to feel something, I try to avoid it. But I do feel like this term has been beneficial. It has been an opportunity to have a weekly heart-check; to see how I am doing internally. I am learning that when my physical meters are on low, my emotional, mental & spiritual meters struggle as well. This class has helped me realize there is a stewardship in knowing God and making him known. I need to be in a place where I am completely taken care of in all regards if I am to 1) have a relationship with God and 2) lead others to have a relationship with him.
Overall, I have found this term very beneficial. :)
Great thoughts B Mills.
ReplyDelete"I am learning that when my physical meters are on low, my emotional, mental & spiritual meters struggle as well."
ReplyDeleteThat's a really good insight, Brandon. Reminds me, I think I need to go work out!
Thanks for all you are doing at SA, in RTI, and around and about. We recognize that you are "deep" into ministry and life here - make sure you find your "free space" as well!