Key Terms: circadian rhythm, suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), grace 

Learning Targets:

  1. Interpret Biblical Metaphors of Sleep and Awakening. Learners will be able to explain how Paul and Jesus use the metaphor of sleep to describe both physical death and spiritual awakening, distinguishing between future resurrection hope and the present call to spiritual vigilance as described in Ephesians 5:14 and related passages.

  2. Analyze the Concept of Inaugurated Eschatology. Learners will analyze the theological concept of “already and not yet” (inaugurated eschatology), describing how believers are called to live in spiritual awareness and transformation now, while also anticipating the future resurrection and renewal of all things.

  3. Describe the Role of Grace in Spiritual Awakening. Learners will describe how grace (charis) empowers individuals to become aware of and responsive to God, enabling a union of wills with God and fostering spiritual growth, as illustrated by Paul’s teachings in Ephesians and other New Testament writings.

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