In chapter 8 we read about the Greeks’ justifiable view of pride in superior accomplishments.
 
Compare the Greeks’ view of pride versus the Christians’ view of pride taught in Scripture. Why
 
did the Greeks view pride as they did? What does the Bible say about pride? What do you feel is
 
the cause of our present day view of pride within Western Culture? What about an individual’s
 
achievements in sports? Can pride be both good and bad? Is there a balance? Just a few of the
 
questions you can discuss.
 
Essay: The Reasons for Early Christian Persecution Assignment
 
Review the item Watch: Dr. Francis Schaeffer: How Should We Then Live? Episode 1 of 10
 
in the Learn section of Module 5: Week 5, and then address the following prompt: In ancient
 
Roman culture Christians were marginalized and in many cases persecuted. Give examples of
 
some of this that you saw in the video. Also, answer the following: We see similar instances of
 
this type of marginalization and persecution within America and around the world today. Please
 
give some examples of this and also why this persecution occurs.
 
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.