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Kylie Neef What is revealed about human nature (from Genesis 1-2)? Human Nature is different because we can think critically, make important decisions, and have big life choices to face. God was seen loving, powerful and created man in his image. In Genesis 1 & 2 it reveals that God created human nature in his image and likeness, which is above all animals. In Genesis 1 and 2 it talks about how the purpose of eating the fruit was to be like God and to know good and evil, but both Adam and Eve were already made in the likeness and image of God. (Diffy, 2022) What are the consequences of the fall for human nature (from Genesis 3)? The most devastating effect from the fall was the unexpected image of death. Genesis 2:16–17 says, "And the Lord God commanded the man, saying, 'You may surely eat of every tree of the garden, but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die.' Another devastating effect from the fall was that the man who created good was then carried with a sin nature. What is revealed about human purpose? What does it mean for humans to flourish, in other words, to achieve spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being? Most adults feel unsatisfied with their life. They are constantly trying to find their why and purpose.” In fact, theologian Reinhold Niebuhrwas found of saying original sin-the idea that every one of us is-born a sinner and will manifest that sinfulness in his or her life—is the only Christian doctrine that can be empirically verified. Everyone, whether a criminal or a saint, sins. Insofar as that dismal verdict is true, it’s hardly surprising that there is a great deal wrong with the world." (Shuster, 2013) God has a plan and purpose for all of us. Through trusting him we

can find peace and mental well-being, In Ephesians 2:10 is states "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." How would pantheism or atheism (choose one) view human nature, human purpose, and human flourishing? Atheists would choose to view their life differently than those that believe in God. If you believe in God you feel like you have a purpose through him. You live for God and feel peace through him. Atheists view on human purpose might look different. In my opinion it is hard to have a purpose without God. Atheists believe that there is no God so their look on life differs. If you were a atheist you could still have a good life, it would just be different because you don’t have a reason to live like you do as an Christian. "How can an all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good God allow suffering?" is called the problem of evil and suffering. Briefly summarize the Christian worldview response to the problem of evil and suffering? I believe God doesn't want us to suffer, but we have to suffer to learn lessons through God. God has a plan and a purpose for all of us. “ Gods people much understand that God is using this to refine and mature his people, and they need to seek God’s good wisdom” (Diffey, 4) In Genesis it says “The world was not created to include suffering. Suffering came as the result of the rebellion of humanity, when Adam and Eve first decided to rebel and go their own way”. Genesis Highlight how the consequence of the fall is evident in the world today. Depression effects are lives in a tremendous way. In fact, today mental health is at an all time high. Kids, teens, and adults everywhere struggle with it. According to the World Health Organization "Approximately 280 million people in the world have depression." (Evans-Lacko,

2021) Depression has increased immensely over the past few decades with social media. When you get on social media you often compare yourselves to others and that puts you into a bad head space. According to the Child Mind Institute, "In several studies, teenage and young adult users who spend the most time on Instagram, Facebook and other platforms were shown to have a substantially (from 13 to 66 percent) higher rate of reported depression than those who spent the least time." (Miller, 2022) Describe how this issue creates dehumanization and diminishes human dignity. Depression diminishes human dignity by decreasing oneself confidence. Lacking in self- confidence and self-worth creates a belief that they are not enough. By believing that they do not have worth they diminish human dignity. Because God created human's in His image if we believe that we are not enough or worth anything we doubt God's intent and purpose for us. What organizational statement reveals that this organization is operating from a Christian worldview? Hope Worldwide is an international charity that changes lives through the compassion and commitment of dedicated staff and volunteers to deliver sustainable, high-impact, community- based services to the materially poor and needy. Hope Worldwide supports the Christian Worldview by serving, dedicating, their time, and using their time to help others. Detail how the services provided by the Christian organization attempt to stop dehumanization. Describe how the chosen Christian organization works to address dehumanization and restore human dignity. Provide solid ideas for prevention from the chosen organization. Hope Worldwide serves the materially poor, sick and suffering throughout the world. Through these acts of kindness it stops dehumanization. Hope worldwide has many services that help people throughout the whole world. When people do acts of service they are not only serving others but most importantly God. They started with only three small programs dedicated to bringing hope to vulnerable communities. “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you

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came to visit me…Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” -Matthew 25:35-40 Detail how the services provided by the Christian organization attempt to stop dehumanization. Describe how the chosen Christian organization works to address dehumanization and restore human dignity. Provide solid ideas for prevention from the chosen organization In Abidjan, the Hope Organization is providing an HIV/AIDS clinic to make sure the critical health needs are met of a country plagued with disease. Another way they restored Human Dignity is they set up an Health clinic in Mexico City, Mexico providing care for children who needed it. Discuss how a God-centered worldview (as discussed in the "The Mystery of Original Sin" article) might provide a solution. Explain how the organization uses a God-centered worldview (as defined in the "The Mystery of Original Sin" article) to provide solutions to the issue. Hope Worldwide's mission states that they are "Motivated by God's love, we partner with our neighbors in need, equip volunteers, respond to disasters and strengthen communities to inspire greater hope in our world. " (Hope Worldwide, 2022) This is a God-centered worldview and says their goal is to help, provide, and serve others through God's word. If we have a God- Centered Worldview we will be able to help many more people because will constantly think about how we can serve others and spread love through God.

References Depression. (2021, September 13). Retrieved October 6, 2022, from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression Matthew 25:35-40 (NIV) . (n.d.). Bible Gateway. Retrieved October 6, 2022, from https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+25:35-40 Miller, C., & Bubrick, J., PhD. (2022, April 14). Does Social Media Use Cause Depression? Child Mind Institute. Retrieved October 6, 2022, from https://childmind.org/article/is- social-media-use-causing-depression/ What does the Bible say about life purpose? (n.d.-b). CompellingTruth.org. Retrieved October 6, 2022, from https://www.compellingtruth.org/life-purpose.html Who We Are | HOPE worldwide . (n.d.). Retrieved October 6, 2022, from https://www.hopeww.org/About_hopeww

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