Greater narrative? Interesting choice of words.
What does "God's greater narrative" mean?
Is God simply narrating some sort of a story. or is he the very word itself? Is there a "greater" narrative than the one already told of Jesus Christ? Is the word of God in its simple form living, active, sharp and flawless or is it lifeless until you like an actor picking up a role, take the stage?
Christian Post reports:
And are we talking dominion-ism here?
What kind of doctorate will they both recieve?
According to the Biola CMIMES, Kay and Rick will be "graduating" with the Doctorate of Laws, one of several types of degrees. "The Doctorate of Laws is based on a generic type of public service rather than something as specific as evangelical work."
This makes sense. Rick and Kay have definitely been doing generic public service and NOT evangelical work, (although they have done a great job of making it look "evangelical" to a lot of people.)
So, what is an "honorary doctorate?"
According to wisegeek.com, the idea of conferring honorary degrees on someone may cause considerable controversy. Critics worry that the degree and the title of "doctor" could be used to mislead others about the recipient’s qualifications. This is because while the honor recognizes some "achievement," it does not necessarily indicate the same level of knowledge expected of someone who has completed the university's traditional doctoral program. People are also concerned that the awarding of "honorary degrees" are often given with the motive of association to that particular person based on their notoriety and fame, or to secure large donations for the university if the person is wealthy.
In the case of the Warren's, they are both famous, and wealthy. In fact, the money keeps rolling in as each new book, church campaign and resource or sermon they produce rolls off the press. Sermons are not free. People by them. Attending church is not free either, you MUST, tithe. Hmmm, wonder how much he gets for a speaking engagement? When he gets important ones, what does hesay neglect to say?
It might be rather "strategic" for the Warren's to attach Dr. to their names since they have mastered the art of promoting all things healthy. There is church health and balance , (Purpose Driven Church) sexual health, (HIV and AIDS) spiritual health, (Finding Purpose) personal physical health through diet and exercise, (via the Daniel Plan,) and most recently, mental health, (The Gathering.) Biola U. got it right in dubbing them "Dr. of Laws" Lots of law comes out of Rick. His bottom line is not salvation, it's change and transformation. You have to find your purpose and be just like Jesus.
Rick might encourage you to think like Jesus, feel like Jesus, be like Jesus and act like Jesus. He will even sell you all the tools he believes you need in order that you meet that end. However, Jesus is the only begotten Son of the Father, Son of the Promise, Son of God and Son of man. You, no matter how hard you try, will never fulfill the law of God perfectly like Jesus. You are not co-equal to God.... Jesus, and only Jesus, is. The way to salvation is to believe on the ONE God sent... Jesus Christ... and recieve God's gift, forgiveness of your sin and eternal life... at least that is what the Bible says.
It is not by works of righteousness that I have done, but according to his mercy he has saved us.
In case you are interested, Here is the award presentation given at Biola to the Warren's:
What does "God's greater narrative" mean?
Is God simply narrating some sort of a story. or is he the very word itself? Is there a "greater" narrative than the one already told of Jesus Christ? Is the word of God in its simple form living, active, sharp and flawless or is it lifeless until you like an actor picking up a role, take the stage?
Christian Post reports:
"Kay Warren embodies a life of faith and courage, demonstrating what it means to fully embrace God's greater narrative... Her work for the global church and those suffering from HIV and AIDS across the world is a model of the kind of conviction and courage that Biola seeks to develop in all of our graduates." Biola President Barry H. Corey.
Which is it? A contribution to the world... or to the kingdom of God?
“It’s a way of the university recognizing them as a significant contributor to the world or to the kingdom of God.”
Brian Shook, administrative director for the office of the president of Biola.
And are we talking dominion-ism here?
What kind of doctorate will they both recieve?
According to the Biola CMIMES, Kay and Rick will be "graduating" with the Doctorate of Laws, one of several types of degrees. "The Doctorate of Laws is based on a generic type of public service rather than something as specific as evangelical work."
This makes sense. Rick and Kay have definitely been doing generic public service and NOT evangelical work, (although they have done a great job of making it look "evangelical" to a lot of people.)
So, what is an "honorary doctorate?"
According to wisegeek.com, the idea of conferring honorary degrees on someone may cause considerable controversy. Critics worry that the degree and the title of "doctor" could be used to mislead others about the recipient’s qualifications. This is because while the honor recognizes some "achievement," it does not necessarily indicate the same level of knowledge expected of someone who has completed the university's traditional doctoral program. People are also concerned that the awarding of "honorary degrees" are often given with the motive of association to that particular person based on their notoriety and fame, or to secure large donations for the university if the person is wealthy.
In the case of the Warren's, they are both famous, and wealthy. In fact, the money keeps rolling in as each new book, church campaign and resource or sermon they produce rolls off the press. Sermons are not free. People by them. Attending church is not free either, you MUST, tithe. Hmmm, wonder how much he gets for a speaking engagement? When he gets important ones, what does he
It might be rather "strategic" for the Warren's to attach Dr. to their names since they have mastered the art of promoting all things healthy. There is church health and balance , (Purpose Driven Church) sexual health, (HIV and AIDS) spiritual health, (Finding Purpose) personal physical health through diet and exercise, (via the Daniel Plan,) and most recently, mental health, (The Gathering.) Biola U. got it right in dubbing them "Dr. of Laws" Lots of law comes out of Rick. His bottom line is not salvation, it's change and transformation. You have to find your purpose and be just like Jesus.
Rick might encourage you to think like Jesus, feel like Jesus, be like Jesus and act like Jesus. He will even sell you all the tools he believes you need in order that you meet that end. However, Jesus is the only begotten Son of the Father, Son of the Promise, Son of God and Son of man. You, no matter how hard you try, will never fulfill the law of God perfectly like Jesus. You are not co-equal to God.... Jesus, and only Jesus, is. The way to salvation is to believe on the ONE God sent... Jesus Christ... and recieve God's gift, forgiveness of your sin and eternal life... at least that is what the Bible says.
It is not by works of righteousness that I have done, but according to his mercy he has saved us.
In case you are interested, Here is the award presentation given at Biola to the Warren's:
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