Whole-Person Formation: An Integrative Approach to Christian Education

Autor: Diane J. Chandler
Rok vydání: 2015
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Zdroj: Christian Education Journal: Research on Educational Ministry. 12:314-332
ISSN: 2378-525X
0739-8913
DOI: 10.1177/073989131501200205
Popis: This article introduces a comprehensive Christian formation model, drawing from the Genesis narrative of being created in the imago Dei (image of God) through godly love. Applicable in the Christian academy, church, and ministry contexts, this approach incorporates seven dimensions (i.e., spirit, emotions, relationships, intellect, vocation, physical health, and resource stewardship, referring to how believers handle the earth, money, and possessions). Ethical living stands as an outcome of integrated growth across these dimensions and as the vehicle to love and serve God and others. Christian educators are encouraged to apply this approach in their various contexts to foster holistic transformation.
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