ORTHODEISM
Philosophy: God is the creator of the universe and as part of his creation we are called to live according to his commandments, teachings and examples.
Principals:
- We are made in His image - Developed in the Old Testament of the Bible, and it is important because if we are made in His image we should strive to be more like Him.
- Humility is essential to growing in our faith in God - Jesus exemplifies humility throughout the Bible, and it is important because a selfless attitude aids in loving living according to God.
- A relationship with Christ benefits your faith in Christ - Jesus stresses this throughout the Bible, and it is important because if one grows in their relationship with Him, He can help them to live eternally with Him in heaven.
- Self-respect goes hand in hand with respect for others - We are made in God's image, and this is important because when we learn to respect ourselves we grow in respect for others, as well as God who made us.
- Only God knows when we will die or if we will go to heaven - If we trust in God, and strive to do His will, then we pray that He will accept us in His heavenly Kingdom.
- God has made each of us special and different and holds a place for us in heaven - God tells us in the Bible that He holds a place for us and we must follow his commandments to be reunited with him in heaven.
- God gives everyone free will - Throughout the Bible God gives us free will, and this is important because if we have free will then we ultimately chose Him. He does not force anyone to be with Him forever in heaven.
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