How does dialogue empower us to live by the golden rule
The text discusses the importance of dialogue and being open-minded towards various religions, cultures, and beliefs. It emphasizes the concept of new evangelization, where helping those who have sinned is likened to a form of baptism.
In the movie "God is not dead" I noticed how disrespectful and close minded the professor was by not allowing religion in his classroom and telling his students to sign the forms agreeing to his opinion.
3. The truth of your own religion
Josh was defending his religion by presenting everyday before class, trying and convince his professor to be more open minded and believe in God. He would make a presentation and find facts about Christianity to be more connected to his beliefs and prove why religion is important.
2. There is no neutral stance
There isn't just one opinion, Josh showed that by proving his teacher wrong.
1. Respect the faith and religion of others
New evangelization
Helping anyone in need that has sinned in the past, similar to a baptism.
Josh helped his professor and Martin convert to Christianity.
Dialogue
Being open minded/cooperative towards any religion/culture/beliefs.
Tolerance vs Acceptance
Acceptance; Learning and understanding (accepting) others opinions and thoughts.
Tolerance; Allowing yourself to hear other opinions and thoughts.
Even though the professor wasn't very open minded, he was still opened to hearing Josh's lectures everyday.
Solidarity
Supporting and having similar common interests in a particular group.
Promotion of peace
Not supporting violence or anything that could harm a relationship between one another.
