Religiological Questions and Answers

The interview is composed of 6 different parts that evaluate your outlook/position on specific subsets of religion. For each subset, respond to the example questions as best you can. Feel free to be specific/ elaborate. The subset of Ontology is broken up into 3 more specific categories in order to better outline one’s beliefs on the divine. These 6 categories/ questions that go along with them were outlined by my professor, but if you have questions/ would like more specific examples feel free to ask!

1. Epistemology- Inquiry into knowledge

What constitutes valid knowledge and how to interpret that knowledge? What do you rely on in order to gain knowledge? What should be used to understand and properly interpret that basis of knowledge? Is there a basis for valid knowledge/ truth?

The foundation of valid knowledge depends on one’s personal understanding. To “know” means to understand or be aware. Everyone’s personal knowledge differs and the way we obtain and interpret our knowledge is usually through our spiritual beliefs. In order to gain knowledge I rely on the Word of God. The knowledge of God is the most valuable knowledge a human being can possess. The Word of God can be found in Scripture. Proverbs 2:6 tells us that the Lord gives us wisdom and that the wisdom of God results in knowledge and understanding. But it is also clear that simply being aware of God’s existence is not adequate; the knowledge of God must encompass the profound appreciation for Him and produce a loving and growing relationship with Him.

2. Ontology- Inquiry into the nature of ultimate reality

What is ultimately real? What are some characteristics of ultimate reality? What is more real, or less real? How is what is more real related to ...

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...and pleasure, there was still a feeling of emptiness that nothing seemed to fill. Real meaning in life and the only way to fill that emptiness is found with a relationship with God. That relationship with God is only possible through His Son, Jesus Christ.

6. Methodology- Inquiry into the methods of attaining the purpose of life

How can we achieve the purpose of life? What are some of the major aspects of the method or way of life that leads to that attainment?

Real purpose in life is not found only in accepting Jesus as Savior. It is when is when one begins to follow Christ as His disciple, learning of Him, spending time with Him in His Word, communicating with Him through prayer, and in walking with Him in obedience to His commands. When you live the Christian life and follow Jesus then and only then will you find true happiness and your purpose for life.