THEO 104 Reflection Essay Instructions We Started This Cours

THEO 104 Reflection Essay Instructions We started this course by considering that everyone is a theologian because everyone has thoughts about God

For this module/week, you will be asked to write a 250–300-word essay answering the following 2 prompts: 1. How has your view of theology changed over the past eight modules/weeks? (125–150 words) 2. How have you been able to put into practice the principles you learned from the course? (125–150 words) Submit your essay as a Microsoft Word document with both prompts addressed. The Reflection Essay must have Times New Roman 12 pt font, and be uploaded to Blackboard. Submit the Reflection Essay by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Friday of Module/Week 8.

Paper For Above instruction

Over the span of this eight-week course, my understanding of theology has significantly deepened and evolved. Initially, I viewed theology as a scholarly pursuit reserved for clergy or academics. However, through the modules, I learned that everyone is a theologian because each person’s thoughts about God shape their worldview. My conception transformed into seeing theology as a personal, ongoing journey of understanding and relating to God, which is accessible to anyone willing to explore it sincerely. This shift has made me more aware that my daily perceptions and questions about God's nature influence my faith practices and interactions with others, emphasizing a more relational and experiential approach to theology.

In applying the principles learned, I have become more intentional in my daily walk with God. I practice reflection on Scripture and prayer, which helps me to internalize theological insights and apply them to real-life situations. For example, understanding God's justice and mercy has guided my reactions to conflicts by promoting forgiveness and compassion rather than judgment. Additionally, the course encouraged me to participate in community discussions, fostering a deeper engagement with diverse perspectives on faith. Overall, the course has equipped me with a more contemplative and active approach to my spiritual life, inspiring ongoing growth and openness to understanding God's work in my life and the world around me.

References

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