Abstract
The paper examines the Christian Identity movement and argues that the supporters of this movement are not true Christians because they ignore the fundamental Christian doctrine that Christianity is for everyone, and they engage in violence, which is generally unacceptable in mainstream Christianity. The paper explains their racist and anti-Semitic beliefs and how their actions violate some of Christianity's most precious rules. The paper points out that while Christians may scorn Islamic fundamentalists for their violence--and they are certainly right in doing so--they must remember that Christian fundamentalist groups go as far as to kill and harm based on one's skin color.

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"One of those groups is the Christian Identity movement. Although Fairley calls the group poorly organized, Tuft and Holleman list its numbers in the 50,000s and claims that the group is on the top of the FBI's list of most dangerous hate groups. But even Tuft and Holleman's arguably negatively biased article shows that the group has two sides--that which blatantly engages in racism and anti-Semitism and that which displays a more moderate leaning toward basic Christian beliefs. Indeed, this dichotomy is indicative of this group's past. The Christian Identity movement has its roots in the theology of British-Israelism, which claims that the Anglo-Saxon race is composed of the direct descendants of the 12 tribes of Israel. While controversial, this philosophy contained "no real element of violence or racism" (Fairley para. 12). Today, however, the Christian Identity movement contains members of white supremacist groups. Although the Christian Identity movement explains its beliefs as attempts to rid the world of the devil incarnate, I believe they are not true Christians because they ignore the fundamental Christian doctrine that Christianity is for everyone and engage in violence, which is generally unacceptable in mainstream Christianity.
"The Christian Identity groups have their roots in the teachings of John Wilson, who advocated the teachings of British-Israelism. Fairley says that even this movement was not necessarily a unique one in 1840, in which Wilson published his teachings. Instead, even the Puritans believed that the Anglo Saxons had direct blood ties to the ten tribes of Israel and were, therefore, God's chosen ones (para. 12)."

Tags:racism, anti-Semitism, Christianity, violence

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This paper traces the evolution of the Christian messianic concept from its original Jewish sources through early Christianity to modern times. The paper compares and contrasts how the Jewish and Christian religions view the messiah. First, the paper examines Old Testament sources and how they refer to a messiah. Then, the Christian sources are quoted, citing Jesus as a universal redeemer. His role is described as not an earthly monarch, or a warrior leading his people to victory as in the Jewish tradition, but rather the Son of God, an earthly embodiment of divine perfection. The remainder of the paper explores how Christianity has changed since the beginnings of the early Church. The paper concludes by showing how Judaism and Christianity's ultimate goals are quite different. This is told from a religious Christian perspective.

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The original Jewish concept of the messiah was quite different from that later embodied by Christ. The messiah, or moshiach, was not a divine figure, or redeemer, per se, but a descendent of King David, a human being who would rule over Israel in a righteous manner (Jeremiah 23:5). This messiah was a king, like his ancestor David. The later identification of Jesus with this figure represents an alteration of the original sense of the passage. Yet as revealed in Isaiah 11:2-5, this man will also be possessed of the Spirit of the Lord. He will be wise and righteous, just and God-fearing. His purpose would be to correct or destroy the wicked and to rule by example in accordance with God's laws. Presumably, the laws meant are the Mosaic laws of the Old Testament, as these passages do not speak of any new covenant. Thus, the messiah of Jewish tradition was a virtuous warrior of the House of David, an individual of royal blood, who would, in effect, restore the golden age of David and Solomon.

Tags:Parousia, Early Christians, Judaism, moshiach, messiah

Abstract
This paper is very in-depth and complex as it delves into Greek and Classical philosophy and the Christian religion with its Jewish roots. The paper discusses differences and similarities between different classical philosophies and Christian thought and how each has influenced the other. The paper first defines Christianity as a philosophy and explains why it can be considered as such; it sets up a basis for comparison. Then the paper discusses the similarities between Christianity and "pagan" philosophies. When that subject is exhausted, it moves on to contrast the two. After the general classic philosophies, the paper compares and contrasts the philosophies of Plato and Aristotle, specifically, to Christianity. Finally, the paper "presents an argument for Christianity as a complete philosophy in the manner in which it can satisfy discrepancies in other philosophies while defending some of its own." The paper looks at problems with Greek philosophies and how Christianity solved them or presented an alternative.

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"Men of Athens! I see that in every way you are very religious. For as I walked around and looked carefully at your objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO AN UNKNOWN GOD. Now what you worship as something unknown, I am going to proclaim to you" (Acts 17:22-23, NIV). These words, spoken by Paul, mark the introduction of Christianity in Athens, Greece, a center of philosophy in the ancient world. Paul goes on to explain the heart of the religion to a group of Epicureans and Stoics in the marketplace. Some of the men "sneer" at him, but others ask him to speak of these "strange ideas" more so that they can understand. Acts 17:34 goes on to tell of several Greeks who become Christians as a result of Paul's message. The acceptance of Christianity as a new and interesting idea by some of the Athenian philosophers implies several things: first, that Christianity was itself viewed as a philosophy; second, that Christianity must have had something in common with the major philosophies of the day; and finally, that Christianity must have offered to some what the other philosophies of the day did not. Making these statements at this point in my paper may seem presumptuous; however, I am prepared to discuss my conclusions, first by showing that Christianity is a philosophy in the true sense of the word, then by comparing it to other philosophies, and finally, by showing how it "fills in the gaps" of other Greek philosophies."

Tags:apostle, aristotle, athens, christian, greek, heraclites, justin, logos, martyr, pagan, paul, plato, platonism, roman, socrates, socratic, theology

Abstract
The paper discusses how religion is often used as an excuse for war, including war by Christian nations, even though the basic precepts of Christianity are opposed to violence and war. The paper describes how Christianity has been involved in many wars over the centuries, and Christians at war often rely on imagery of war from the Bible to suggest that God is on their side. The paper relates that the Old Testament is the more bellicose half of the Christian Bible, while the New Testament, the real essence of Christianity, is shaped more by the teachings of Christ with reference to pacifism and to choose peace over war as a mode of life.

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"Religion is often used as an excuse for war, including war by Christian nations, even though the basic precepts of Christianity are opposed to violence and war. Christianity has been involved in many wars over the centuries, and Christians at war often relay on imagery of war from the Bible and suggest that God is on their side, just as their opponents often believe of their particular god. The Old Testament is the more bellicose half of the Christian Bible, while the New Testament, the real essence of Christianity, is shaped more by the teachings of Christ with reference to pacifism and to choose peace over war as a mode of life. This raises the issue for Christians of whether it is right to use force even to promote..."

Tags:christianity, violence pacifism, violence

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This paper focuses on Maya Angelou's poem, "Christians" where Angelou describes what it is like to be a Christian. An analysis of "Christians" shows how the author used literary elements to give meaning to the poem. The paper describes how Maya Angelou's poem describes her life as a Christian and how God makes the difference in her life even during difficult times. The paper explains that the meaning of the poem is that a person does not have to be perfect to be a Christian because God forgives and he is there to help the Christian.

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'What does it mean to be a Christian? Jane Fonda (actress), Gary Busey (Academy Award actor), George Foreman (heavy weight world boxing champion), and President Bush will define the meaning of Christianity differently (Famous `Born Again' Christians). Often people struggle to describe what it means to be a Christian. Maya Angelou in her poem, "Christians," describes what it is like to be a Christian. An analysis of "Christians" will show how the author used literary elements to give meaning to the poem. Maya Angelou's poem describes her life as a Christian and how God makes the difference in her life even during difficult times."

Tags:christians, forgiveness, perfection

Abstract
Paper compares views of Frederick Douglass and James Baldwin on Christianity as an element of African-American culture. Both knew the hypocrisy of southern Christians backing slavery and its results. Douglass stressed that northern Christianity was different and a creative force; Baldwin in the 20th century saw Christianity as black false consciousness and rejected the Black Muslim movement, too. Paper takes both men to current inner city problems, ref. to Eugene Rivers et al; conclusion argues that Frederick Douglass's ideas sounder and more productive. paper has no outside refs.

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Frederick Douglass & James Baldwin - on Christianity. Introduction African-American slavery continued into the mid-19^th century accepted by many southern Christians to see no contradiction between a religion filled with allegories of slavery and that very institution. Predictably, African Americans have had mixed feelings about the place of Christianity in their experience and culture through centuries, the legacy of churches' involvement in maintaining the American colour-line and active discrimination in the southern states a recent memory that some argue has never quite subsided.

Tags:douglass, baldwin, christianity

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This paper discusses contemporary Christian art. The paper looks at how the variation in works of Christian art corresponds to the variation in Christian faith. It explains that some Christian art reflects a traditional Catholic perspective and draws on centuries of traditions of Catholic art, while other Christian art reflects the doctrinal practices and emphases of a range of sects, from Quakerism to Pentecostal.

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"Contemporary Christian art is much like contemporary Christianity in general. There is as much variation in works of Christian art as there is variation in Christian faith. Some Christian art reflects a traditional Catholic perspective and draws on centuries of traditions of Catholic art. Other Christian art reflects the doctrinal practices and emphases of a range of sects from Quakerism to Pentecostal. And much of what artists might call Christian art because it reflects their own beliefs as Christians might not generally be classified as Christian art by..."

Tags:christian, art, orthodox, quaker, style

Abstract
This paper is an in-depth discussion regarding the Church's position on politics. The author covers such issues as school prayer, evolution, abortion, censorship, euthanasia, the Democratic Party, and the separation between church and state.

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"Christians have had a lock on education and government for a very long time, and they are reeling from the strides society has made away from myth and fantasy. They are ill equipped to handle their loss of power, because they have never had to deal with such a situation in their recent history."

"Christianity could not survive politically without support from a major political party, of which there are two. Irrespective of which political party Christians had allied themselves to; it would still have to compromise its beliefs. If they had chosen the Democratic Party, Christians would have had to accept a political platform that was open to homosexuals and women?s liberation. The Democratic Party is also a party that is for religious freedom of choice, this to be expected from liberal organizations. The Democratic Party also has a liberal stand on censorship, which is in direct opposition to the Christian fundamentalist social agenda. For these reasons, and many others, the Christians kept shopping for a political home."

Tags:abortion, christ, christian, church, critical, debate, evolution, prayer, religion, school, state

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This paper looks at the concept of social problems and how they are perceived and dealt with differently by Christians and non-Christians. The types of problems this paper discusses include substance abuse and domestic violence. Both of these subjects are viewed very similarly by modern Christians as well as non-Christians, although historically this was not always the case.

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"There are many social problems that plague western society, from alcoholism to serious drug abuse, from teen pregnancy to spousal battery. For as many problems as we have, there are a variety of causes and solutions that have been presented. One way of categorizing the types of solutions offered are as Christian and as non-Christian. It would take volumes to fully list and describe all of the social problems and the multitudinous solutions offered by Christians and non-Christians alike, so only a few will get attention here."

Tags:christianity, social, problems

Abstract
The paper discusses Christianity and qualifies the various states of adherence of peoples calling themselves Christian. The paper states that each sincere Christian, in order to develop in his faith, should remain a disciple of the faith and should also engage in education and focus on children in various age groups, or on adults in an effort to further their discipleship.

Outline:
A Biblical Obligation
The Nature, Purpose and Goals of Christian Education
How Persons Learn and Grow in Christian Faith
Methods of Learning and Growth within the Church Context
Methods of Learning within the Context of the World
Leading and Teaching the Christian

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"Christianity is one of the major world religions today. This may however be deceptive, as many call themselves Christians simply because they grew up in a Christian home, or go to church simply out of habit. There are however those who sincerely attempt to follow the precedents of Christianity, and others who sincerely seek respite from the difficulties of the world by means of prayer and worship. These sincere few take issues such as education and discipleship seriously. Each sincere Christian, in order to grow and develop in their faith, should remain disciples of the faith. In addition, Christians should also engage in education. Christian education might take a variety of forms. Mainly, education can focus on children in various age groups, or on adults in an effort to further their discipleship."

Tags:educator, christian, faith, church