In:
Journal of Psychology and Theology, SAGE Publications, Vol. 6, No. 3 ( 1978-06), p. 189-199
Abstract:
Controversial opinions about human nature perpetuate man's interest in what he really is. The present article develops a biblical model of human nature for a science of man. The essence of human nature is the Imago Dei which is spirit that consists of affective, cognitive, and moral domains. The model describes each domain, shows the effects of man's sin on each, and explains the results of the birth and baptism in the Spirit on each domain. The model also describes how the Holy Spirit, by means of an inner impression, assures the believer's conscience that his sins are forgiven, confirms to his mind that he is adopted into God's family, and ignites his emotions with love, joy, and peace. A Christian who emphasizes one domain of spirit to the neglect of the other domains violates Christ's perfect pattern of growth and becomes maladjusted.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0091-6471
,
2328-1162
DOI:
10.1177/009164717800600303
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
1978
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2067352-8
SSG:
1
SSG:
5,2
SSG:
5,21
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