Human Experience Assignment HOMI605
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HOMI 601
Olivia Morgan
Human Experience Template
Text:
Philippians 1:12-18
Make sure sermon ideas are clear and well-
worded.
Think beyond the church world to real-world experience.
Remember the nature of human nature.
Allow your humanity to come through.
Address assumptions, symptoms, and consequences.
Express compassion and understanding for hearers.
The human element
is the human condition corresponding to the truths presented in your text. The factors of human experience may be described plainly in the text or only implied.
1.
Identify the factors of human experience mentioned directly in the text as they pertain to the original textual setting.
v. 13 Paul's statement that he was in chains for Christ is the most overt component. This physical condition is an important aspect of the human experience, involving imprisonment's difficulties, discomfort, and social ramifications.
v. 14 The text indicates a shift in the brothers' and sisters' emotional and psychological states. Despite Paul's imprisonment, they have grown more confident in the Lord and boldly proclaim the gospel. This reflects the human experience of bravery, fearlessness, and transformation.
v. 15-17 The motivations for preaching Christ are discussed, ranging from goodwill and love to envy, rivalry, and selfish ambition. This reveals the variety of human motives and intentions, an important aspect of human experience.
v. 18 Paul expresses joy despite the various motivations for preaching Christ. This reflects the human experience of finding joy and contentment outside of external circumstances, calling into question that joy solely depends on favorable circumstances.
The text highlights several aspects of the human experience, such as the physical difficulties of incarceration, the emotional shift towards self-assurance, the variety of human motives, and the inner spiritual dimension of happiness in adversity. These elements
2.
Identify the human issues suggested in the text by implication as the writer addresses the problems of his day.
v. 13 The fact that Paul is imprisoned for Christ suggests that he may face social stigma or judgment due to his imprisonment. Back then, wearing chains could imply physical imprisonment and unfavorable opinions or judgments about one's behavior or character.
v. 14 The brothers' and sisters' transformation from fear to confidence implies an initial state of fear or timidity. The human issue is the impact of outside events, like Paul's imprisonment, on the believers' emotional and psychological health.
v. 15-17 The motivations behind Christ-preaching—envy, rivalry, and self-serving ambition—highlight the human race's interpersonal agendas, competitiveness, and jealousy. This reflects the complexities of human relationships and the possibility of negative motivations, even in religious settings.
v. 15-17 Preaching Christ can be motivated by good and bad things, which highlights how difficult it can be to deal with diversity in the community. Understanding and managing individuals' perspectives, intentions, and motivations is a human issue.
v. 18 Paul's capacity for joy in the face of people's various reasons for preaching to Christ suggests a more fundamental human problem with inner happiness and fulfillment. The book challenges readers to think about the
spiritual qualities of faith and joy that are internal and independent of external events.
3.
Summarize the concepts from your text that will become the main ideas of the sermon.
Adversity Endurance The narrative highlights Paul's physical state of being in chains for Christ, emphasizing the human experience of persistent hardships, unease, and the possible social stigma attached to incarceration. The emphasis here is on people's difficulties in maintaining their faith and commitment in adversity.
Boldness and Transformation. 12 Essential Skills for Great Preaching / Wayne McDill / 2006 / B&H Used by Permission
The purpose of this exercise is to develop skill at tracing theological concepts in the text to corresponding points of contact in human experience.
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Despite Paul's imprisonment, the brothers and sisters' emotional and psychological transformation from fear to confidence in the Lord reflects the human experience of inner change and newfound courage. The sermon could focus on personal transformation and finding strength in difficult circumstances.
Motives' Complexity: The various motivations for preaching Christ, which range from goodwill and love to envy, rivalry, and selfish ambition, demonstrate the complexities of human relationships and intentions. This can be used to reflect on the difficulties of navigating interpersonal dynamics, competition, and conflicting motivations within the community.
Managing Diversity The text implies that the motivation for preaching Christ can be positive and negative, emphasizing the difficulty of dealing with diversity in the community. To promote unity despite differences, the sermon can touch on the significance of comprehending and managing the various viewpoints, intentions, and motivations among people.
Inner Contentment and Joy: Paul's expression of joy challenges the idea that joy exclusively relies on external circumstances despite the various reasons for preaching Christ. The sermon can explore the spiritual aspects of joy and faith, inspiring listeners to find contentment amid adversity and circumstance.
4.
Use the following categories to begin describing the likely experience of the person who needs to hear the message of the text as a remedy for his needs:
(1)
His symptoms of the trouble he is experiencing:
Fear and timidity: The individual may fear or hesitate due to external circumstances or uncertainties.
Emotional distress or discomfort: The individual may be experiencing emotional difficulties, which may have been triggered by adverse situations or interpersonal dynamics within the community.
Lack of confidence in confronting challenges: The individual may struggle with self-assurance and confidence, particularly in light of their faith and commitment.
(2)
His underlying assumptions about the issue:
External circumstances dictate joy: The individual may believe that joy and contentment are contingent on favorable external circumstances and that negative situations automatically result in a lack of inner happiness.
Community uniformity of motives: There may be an assumption that everyone in the faith community has the same pure motives and intentions, ignoring the reality of diverse motivations.
(3)
Some consequences of his experience:
Isolation or withdrawal: The individual may withdraw from active community participation due to fear, discomfort, or a lack of confidence.
Negative interpersonal dynamics such as envy, rivalry, or selfish ambition can lead to strained community relationships.
Spiritual stagnation: The individual may be experiencing a decline or stagnation in their spiritual journey, which could be brought on by outside pressures and a misperception of where inner joy originates.
(4)
How a person feels who is suffering at this point:
Vulnerability: The individual may feel vulnerable and open to judgment or criticism, especially if they believe they are in a situation similar to Paul's imprisonment.
Confusion: There may be some uncertainty about the community's diverse motivations and how to navigate them.
Longing for joy and fulfillment: The individual may be longing for a deeper sense of joy and fulfillment,
unaware that these qualities can exist apart from external circumstances.
5.
Write a profile of the person needing your message in vivid, concrete terms as you sympathetically identify with his suffering and interest him in the good news you have for him.
Meet a spiritual travel companion who, like many of us, struggles with the complexities of faith amid life's challenges. This person carries the weight of fear and timidity as if bound by invisible chains, casting a shadow over their once vibrant enthusiasm for their faith.
Their life is a rich tapestry with strands of emotional distress and discomfort woven throughout, each knot connected to an outside event that has left them vulnerable and uncertain. Because of their perceived difficulties, this person, like Paul, faces judgment and possible isolation.
12 Essential Skills for Great Preaching / Wayne McDill / 2006 / B&H Used by Permission
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This earnest seeker has inadvertently withdrawn from the religious community in the face of hardship, silently battling inner demons. Confidence has waned, and there is a reluctance to boldly proclaim the gospel, adding to a sense of isolation on the outskirts of a once-thriving community.
Assumptions about joy have become entwined with external conditions as if the absence of challenges is required for inner happiness. Confusion and disillusionment have resulted from the realization that not everyone in the faith community has the same pure motives.
These struggles have resulted in strained relationships and discernible spiritual stagnation. Envy and rivalry have cast a pall over once-harmonious bonds, leaving this seeker longing for deeper connections and a renewed sense of purpose.
The good news brings a message of endurance in the face of adversity, a call to transform fear into confidence, and the assurance that joy can be found within, regardless of external circumstances. It's an invitation to reconnect
with the faith community, embrace diverse motivations with compassion, and rediscover the joy that transcends life's constraints.
The message is one of compassion, understanding, and the transformative power of unwavering faith and speaks directly to the heart. The good news is a tangible, liberating force that can bring light to the darkest corners of the soul, providing the strength needed to boldly navigate life's complexities.
12 Essential Skills for Great Preaching / Wayne McDill / 2006 / B&H Used by Permission
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