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Exam One Study Guide Christian Families Define intimacy: : Knowing and being known, Defined: “It is the process of mutual self-revelation that inspires us to give ourselves completely to another person in the mystery we call love.” What is meant by the phrase “the rigors of intimacy”? The hard work What is “gender dysphoria”? : refers to the extreme psychological distress that stems from a feeling of incongruence with one’s sex.” What does David Brooks mean when he says the nuclear family is more “fragile” than the extended family?: “fragile.” Because of that fragility, “nuclear families fragmented further into single-parent families, single-parent families into chaotic families or no families.” Name any specific statistic you can recall that illustrates the significant changes in family structure between 1800-2020 most rapid change in family structure in history ■In 1850 about 75% of Americans 65+ lived with their children and grandchildren. ■72% of American adults were married. In 2017 almost half of American adults were single. ■27% of marriages ended in divorce. Today it’s 45%. ■77.5% of all children were living with two parents who were married and lived apart from extended family. ■In 2021, 50% of children live with both biological parents. 1960 ■Roughly 5% of children were born to unmarried mothers; today it’s 40%. ■11% of children lived apart from their fathers; in 2010, 27% did. ■13% of all households were single-person households. In 2018, it was 28%. What was the 1950-1965 “window” David Brooks describes? ■ Divorce rates dropped, fertility rates rose, and the American nuclear family was considered the ideal. ■ “We take it [the nuclear family] as the norm, even though this wasn’t the way most humans lived during the tens of thousands of years before 1950, and it isn’t the way most humans have lived during the 55 years since 1965.”

Exam One Study Guide Christian Families What is a “self-expressive marriage” according to psychologist Eli Finkel? As the idea that a major purpose of our lives is to self-discover and find the best version of ourselves became more prominent, we began to look to marriage to help us accomplish those things. What is a “forged family”? Unrelated people in new living arrangements. Complete this Andy Stanley question: “Are you the person . . .?” you're looking for is looking for?" What does Andy Stanley means when he writes that “promises do not replace the need for preparation”? Don't make a relational commitment you aren't prepared to keep ... and don't commit yourself to someone who is unprepared to keep his or her commitment to you" (p. 37). What is the tension between being “capable” vs. being “accountable”? When you're accountable for something you're not capable of, you will eventually be miserable" Define prudence Prudent people understand that what we do today is a good indication of how we will behave tomorrow. While naïve people tend to view events and decisions in isolation, the prudent person assumes a connection" Give two examples of “declarations of dependence” (the unhealthy kind) "You Complete me, I am empty without you" Im not myself without you What are the three kinds of “love” (in English) described in class? feelings, attraction, commitment What is the biblical definition of love based on 1 John 3:16? (The “definition” has 3 parts.) ■ Love is a decision to do what the other needs ■ Regardless of the circumstances or emotions of the day ■ Regardless of whether or not it is reciprocated What was sine cera porcelain? What does sine cera mean? Sine Cera means without wax. Porcelain is china or a white vitrified translucent ceramic

Exam One Study Guide Christian Families Lay down the weight of insenserity, LOVE MUST BE SINCERE- Paul’s first command is “love must be sincere”. This is one of those times when we can understand the text much better after we have looked at the words carefully. The word “sincere” comes from the Latin words sine cera, which means “without wax”. The phrase comes from a practice where people would hide the cracks in cheap pottery with wax in order to pass the pottery off as being worth more than it actually was. Quality products were often stamped with the words sine cera to show it had not be doctored. It would be similar to those products today that are stamped, “all natural” or “100% pure”. Paul is telling us to love in a way that is pure and genuine. What do the letters D.I.S.C. stand for? Dominant = fast/task b. Influencing = fast/people c. Conscientious = slow/task d. Steady = slow/people LISTING 8 marks of “the imprint of God” on us and what happens to them “under the influence of sin” 1-Creativity - We use our creativity for destructive purposes. 2- Choice - We choose poorly repeatedly until we lose the freedom to choose. 3-Personality - We don't know ourselves. 4- Intelligence - Impaired if we can't grasp the most fundamental truth. 5- Morality - Eroded, seared, lose discernment, sensitivity. 6- Spirituality - Tempted to fill the void with physical pursuits. Language

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Exam One Study Guide Christian Families 7- Relational Impulse - Exploit others for selfish purposes. 8- Relational impulse a. God is relational by nature! “Let us . . .” b. Both male and female reflect His image. c. “Trinity” is complicated. Jesus says, “Trust me on this one!” (John 14:18-23) d. We are designed for relationship. e. Why idolatry (God-substitute) is bad? God has already made us in His image. 6 “truths about intimacy” 1. Intimacy requires self-revelation. 2. Intimacy requires trust. 3. Intimacy requires humility to see yourself through someone else's eyes. 4. Intimacy can be physical, emotional, intellectual, sexual, and spiritual. 5. Intimacy is hard work. That's why people often settle for counterfeit forms of intimacy. 6. Intimacy is rooted in identity. paradigm” according to Abigail Favale The most significant factor . . . is the development of the gender paradigm itself. This has produced a `looping effect,’ wherein certain human experiences are categorized and interpreted through the framework of gender theory, which in turn shapes those experiences and reinforces the framework 3 Christian responses to the current gender identity debate proposed by Abigail Favale 1-We humbly affirm Creation., “Considering oneself as a being Who Is Created moves the discussion of identity to New ground, setting the frame of a transcendent order—an order beyond the natural that sustains its existence and safeguards its meaning 2-We don’t perpetuate outdated stereotypes. “We need to make Room within the boxes of male and Female for a diverse range of body types And personalities. We do not need to abolish the boxes altogether” 3-We walk alongside people Through the confusion. Follow the “Christlike way—the way of Accompaniment rather than rejection; the way of love, rather than the way of fear” 6 results of the shift toward “self- expressive marriage” 1. Rising divorce rate. 2. Fewer people per household. 3. More people stay single longer and cohabitate more.a. Half of American adults are singleb. 51% of 18-34 year olds are living without a romantic partner

Exam One Study Guide Christian Families 4. Birth rate has declined to half of what it was in 1960. a. By 2012, most American households had no children. b. Today there are more households with pets than with kids. c. In 1970, 20% of households had 5 or more people; as of 2012, only 9.6% of households have 5 or more people. 5. Wider physical spaces between families, people more isolated in their own homes, fenced yards, self-sufficient houses. 6. Greater inequality between upper and lower-income families.a) Upper-class families can purchase the support extended families used to provide - childcare, private lessons, tutoring, etc. 3 New Testament marks of “proven character” (dokime) Genuine faith demonstrated when heat is on (1 Pet. 1 :7) ○ Sine Cera pottery ● Service (to others) (2 Cor. 9:12-13; Philip. 2:22) ● Obedience (2 Cor. 2:9) 7 character clues emphasized in the biblical book Proverbs 1. Humility (6:2-4; 11:2; 15:33) 2. Work ethic (6:6-11; 12:11) 3. Generosity (3:9-10; 11:24-25; 14:31) 4. Even-temperedness (12:16; 14:29; 15:1; 19:19) 5. Dependability (20:25; 25:13) 6. Truthfulness (11:3; 12:7) 7. To wise counsel (11:14; 13:10, 20; 15:31) ESSAY How is identity connected to intimacy? - Intimacy (knowing and being known) is built on a foundation of self-awareness. - Healthy identity is prerequisite to true intimacy. Know yourself before knowing someone else How has the formation of identity and the notion of the “self” been “revolutionized” in our time and culture in recent decades, according to Carl Trueman? Be specific about the 4 elements of this “revolution.” makes case that identity has been revolutionized by the notion of the “self.” Self now derives from: 1. “Expressive individualism”: each person has unique, deep-seated feelings which must be expressed to actualize their individual identity.

Exam One Study Guide Christian Families 2. “Sexual revolution”: one’s true identity is defined most by sexual desire. 3. “Social imaginary”: the worldview-level assumptions that endorse the first two changes, especially, a self -centered worldview 4. The political dimension: makes affirming the other’s self-identity the only acceptable option. With regard to sexual identity, compare the “secular script” with the “Christian script” as Yarhouse explains them The secular “script” (“gay” or “straight”): a. Sexual impulses are ordained by God. b. Your sexual impulses are at the core of your identity. c. “Self-actualization” demands that you act on that identity to be fulfilled. The Christian “script?” a. Sexual impulses are part of who we are, but they don’t define us. b. To be Christian is to ground our identity in Christ. What were some of the factors that led to the shift from extended families to nuclear families in America between 1890 and 1960? Industrial Revolution, People married earlier; Average age at marriage dropped from 26 (for males) to 22 or 23 by 1960. Dropped 3.6 years for men (between 1890-1960) and 2.2 years for women. In what way is “joy” a parallel concept to love as we described love in class? Joy is the product of following through on a long-term commitment. It is consistent; does not depend on circumstances. How would you respond to the student in the Case Study we discussed in class who asked her roommate about a guy she’s been dating, “How do I really know he’s the one for no me?” I would respond by saying you will never really know if they are the right one. Now with that being said, it doesn't mean that the relationship is not meant to be. Pray about it and seek proper intimacy Reflect on at least 4 of the 8 character clues related directly to relationships, based on Paul’s description of love in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

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Exam One Study Guide Christian Families Not self-seeking Not easily angered (even-tempered) Keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not: envy, boast, is not proud.