what we believe
The Educated Christian
简介: Discover what an educated Christian looks like.
We produce educated Christians
We believe that an educated Christian is a faithful servant whose knowledge, values and skills center in loving God, loving others and loving learning.
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慈爱的上帝
Knowledgeably, personally loves God and His truth, manifesting this love by living according to biblical precept.
This attribute may be made apparent in the following ways. The educated Christian:
- Understands and loves the Bible, applying it by allowing it to shape his/her worldview;
- Demonstrates ability to talk intelligently about God and His working in his/her life;
- Understands loving God, applying this understanding in all relational interactions;
- Possesses a substantive grasp of orthodox theology.
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Loving Others
Lives out love for God in loving others, manifesting this love in compassionate service.
This attribute may be made apparent in the following ways. The educated Christian:
- Understands how to love others and contribute to their lives;
- Develops and uses spiritual gifts, especially in discipling and mentoring others;
- Participates in Christian service, indicating a biblical ministry philosophy and passion;
- Engages his/her community through civic involvement;
- Understands interpersonal relationship skills, demonstrating this understanding through mature, gracious and professional interaction with others;
- Understands the importance of cooperation and works well with others.
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Loving Learning
From a basic general knowledge and through a Christian worldview, eagerly acquires, 适用于, and communicates knowledge.
This attribute may be made apparent in the following ways. The educated Christian:
- Demonstrates critical, logical thinking ability, including the ability to differentiate between uncompromisable absolutes and peripheral matters;
- Possesses a biblical worldview that underlies and informs engagement with knowledge;
- Possesses a broad-based general knowledge, including understanding of and appreciation for the fine arts, 文学, 历史, 科学, 数学, and current events;
- Possesses a deeper knowledge in his/her selected field of study;
- Communicates effectively in speech and writing;
- Seeks knowledge eagerly, committed to a lifelong pursuit of personal development.
