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Mod 7 Essay

Mod 7 Essay

Q The Gospel of Matthew was written in the context of Christianity's emergence from Judaism. The development of the new Christian faith presented important theological challenges related to core convictions of both faiths. 1) Explain and discuss these challenges. What was at stake for followers of each faith (Judaism and Christianity) in terms of their understanding of God's promises and God's relation with God's people? 2) Explain how Matthew addresses these challenges through the way he portrays Jesus and his role in God's plan. Written with correct grammar and spelling. 12 pt. font. Spaced at 1.5 or double spaces. Approximately 1 1/2 to 2 page minimum. **Due date MONDAY, October 19th at midnight.

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) The first theological challenge of emergence of Christianity from Judaism had been the concept of the Holy Trinity in place of the belief in on true God. This is because there had been commandment given by God the Father (Yahweh) that only Yahweh must be worshipped, praised, and glorified by every Israelite and Jew. However, there had to be belief in Jesus Christ along with worshipping, praising and glorification of Jesus Christ as per Christianity. The worshipping, praising and glorification of Jesus Christ as per Christianity would imply that there would be worshipping, praising and glorification of God the Father as well. The issue with the believing in Jesus Christ for the Jews had been to believe in the Holy Spirit as well as God the Father.