scholarly journals “Freely you have received, freely give”: A Socio-Ethical Analysis of Charismatic Engagements and Pentecostalism in Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunday Daniel AJAYI ◽  
Olumuyiwa Olusesan FAMILUSI
Keyword(s):  
Thomas Hobbes ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Spiritual Gifts ◽  
Ethical Analysis ◽  
Ethical Aspect ◽  
Ethical Assessment ◽  
Psychological Egoism ◽  
Pentecostal Churches ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Motivating Factor

The manifestation and demonstration of spiritual gifts have always generated a lot of argument among Christians and non-Christians in Nigerian society. While some people deny the reality of the gifts thereby camping with the cessationists, other parties submit to the continuation of the spiritual gifts among the contemporary Christians. However, in scholarship the discourse has taken different dimensions which include the theological, effectual, biblical and philosophical perspectives with little attention paid to the socio-ethical aspect of the matter which is the major concern of this paper. The work is premised on Thomas Hobbes’ Theory of Psychological Egoism, which emphasises the benefit or reward as the motivating factor for every action performed by man, this article intends to investigate the alleged commercialization of prophetic gifts among the Nigerian pastors and to determine whether this is the major cause for the increase of the demonstration of charismatic gifts in the country. Interviews were conducted with Christians and ministers for data collection; which were complemented with relevant literature. The paper pays attention to charismatic display and Pentecostalism, current level of charismata in Nigerian Pentecostal churches, encouraging factors of charismatic activities and socio-ethical assessment of the display of spiritual gifts in Nigeria’s churches, while Christian morally pertinent ways of demonstrating spiritual gifts in an ethical manner is recommended

What Words Can’t Say

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexis M. Elder
Keyword(s):  
Moral Psychology ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Ethical Analysis ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Positive Potential ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Positive Effects

Purpose This paper aims to survey the moral psychology of emoji, time-restricted messaging and other non-verbal elements of nominally textual computer-mediated communication (CMC). These features are increasingly common in interpersonal communication. Effects on both individual well-being and quality of intimate relationships are assessed. Results of this assessment are used to support ethical conclusions about these elements of digital communication. Design/methodology/approach Assessment of these non-verbal elements of CMC is framed in light of relevant literature from a variety of fields, including neuroscience, behavioral economics and social psychology. The resulting ethical analysis is informed by both Aristotelian and Buddhist virtue ethics. Findings This paper finds that emoji and other nonverbal elements of CMC have positive potential for individual well-being and interpersonal communication. They can be used to focus and direct attention, express and acknowledge difficult emotions and increase altruistic tendencies. Research limitations/implications This paper is conceptual, extrapolating from existing literature to investigate possibilities rather than reporting on novel experiments. It is not intended to substitute for empirical research on use patterns and their effects. But by identifying positive potential, it can help both users and designers to support individual and relational well-being. Practical implications The positive effects identified here can be incorporated into both design and use strategies for CMC. Social implications Situating ethical analysis of these trending technologies within literature from the social sciences on the effects of stylized faces, disappearing messages and directed attention can help us both understand their appeal to users and best practices for using them to enrich our social lives. Originality/value The paper uses empirically informed moral psychology to understand a deceptively trivial-looking phenomenon with wide-ranging impacts on human psychology and relationships.

scholarly journals The Ethical Matrix as a Tool for Decision-Making Process in Conservation

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pierfrancesco Biasetti ◽  
Barbara de Mori
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Ethical Analysis ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Value Judgments ◽  
Conceptual Tool ◽  
Ethical Assessment ◽  
Ethical Matrix ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
The One ◽  
The Impact

Decision making-process in conservation can be very complex, having to deal with various value dimensions and potential conflicts. In fact, conflicts and competing interests between stakeholders are among the most quoted reasons for failure of projects. Ethical analysis can be helpful in this regard. In this paper we present a revision of the Ethical Matrix specifically tailored to decision-making processes in conservation. The Ethical Matrix is a conceptual tool devised to help decision-makers by supplying them with a framework of the ethically relevant aspects involved in decision-making process. It was originally developed for the ethical assessment of agri-food biotechnologies and later has been applied to other fields. The revised version we propose here has been designed for the ethical analysis of conservation priority-setting and impact. As conservation can raise many ethical relevant controversies, conceptual tools like the one presented here can be of help for conservationists, providing a map of the value demands involved. This map can be used to question the reasonableness of the value judgments, estimate the impact of different courses of actions, anticipate conflicts, and rank their severeness.

The Evaluation of Learner Experience in Serious Games

2022 ◽  
pp. 1521-1548
Author(s):  
Laila Shoukry ◽  
Johannes Konert ◽  
Stefan Göbel
Keyword(s):  
Serious Games ◽  
User Study ◽  
Evaluation Studies ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Research Fields ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Learner Experience

In this chapter, the topic of evaluating learner experience in serious games is discussed with respect to four different dimensions: gaming, learning, using and context with a special focus on using multimodal data. After reviewing relevant research fields, the steps involved in a serious games evaluation process is investigated and relevant evaluation studies are reviewed with emphasis on the use of different modalities for recording and assessing in-game interactions. Finally, a theoretical framework (LeGUC) is proposed defining parameters related to the four dimensions discussed which can be observed during evaluation studies of serious games and how they relate to logged in-game interactions. The framework is based on relevant literature as well as a conducted observational user study.

scholarly journals Die begrip “rentmeesterskap” in die gemeentebouproses

2002 ◽  
Vol 58 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
J.F. Van der Merwe ◽  
C.J.A. Vos
Keyword(s):  
Jesus Christ ◽  
Practical Theology ◽  
Local Church ◽  
Spiritual Gifts ◽  
Use Of Resources ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Methodological Principles

The concept of stewardship in the process of extending the local churchThis study looks at the biblical principal of stewardship in the context of building up the local church. The study starts with the methodological principles of Practical Theology and various models of the process of building up the local church. Traditionally stewardship was regarded as the principle that encouraged Christians to give monetary contributions towards extending the local church. The study makes it clear that a much broader and biblical understanding of stewardship is necessary. It looks at the different dimensions of stewardship and the effect the stewardship principle has on the Christian’s use of resources, time, spiritual gifts, possessions, as well as on creation, life and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Self-Esteem: An Operational Definition and Ethical Analysis

1983 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 295-302 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dale S. Ryan
Keyword(s):  
Self Esteem ◽  
Operational Definition ◽  
Ethical Analysis ◽  
Ethical Assessment ◽  
Formal Definitions

Self-esteem can be formally defined in ways that require radically different ethical assessments. An examination of the phenomena usually associated with high self-esteem, however, allows an ethical assessment which is not dependent on formal definitions. The phenomena to which most people intend to refer when they use the term high self-esteem can be assessed ethically by recognizing its similarity to humility and by making reference to virtues such as empathy, contentment, honesty, courage, and grace.

E-commerce strategies and corporate performance: an empirical investigation

2014 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
pp. 463-481 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Marcelo Torres ◽  
João Veríssimo Lisboa ◽  
Mahmoud M. Yasin
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Corporate Performance ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Strategy Development ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Marketing Innovation ◽  
Differentiation Factors ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Strategic Context ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this study is twofold. First, the relevant literature is reviewed briefly to provide a strategic context of the different views on strategy development. In the process, the linkages between the e-commerce view of strategy and previous views are explored. As such, the perspectives of different schools of thought on strategy are briefly highlighted. Second, the different dimensions of the e-commerce strategy and their impact on organizational performance are investigated. Design/methodology/approach – A survey integrating different theoretical views of value creation was developed and sent to Portuguese e-commerce firms to assess the underlying dimensions of their strategies through factorial analysis. Then, a clustering analysis was performed to determine strategic groups to compare corporate performance. Findings – Three e-commerce dimensions were identified: marketing, innovation and efficiency. Results of data analysis suggest that differentiation factors have impact on corporate performance in the context of virtual markets. Research limitations/implications – Although the Portuguese specific nature of the study could be seen as a limitation of the generalization of the findings, in the authors’ view, it is not truly a limitation because Portuguese executives face the same challenges that other countries counterparts, due to the universal application of e-commerce. Moreover, the use of a Portuguese sample validates findings from other cultural settings, contributing toward a unified theory and testing its applicability. In this way, it is an opportunity rather then a limitation. Practical implications – The research identifies what is strategic and highlights the competitive methods that enhance differentiation in virtual markets, which could be useful as a framework for strategic formulation. Moreover, it provides a theoretical rational for investments in intangible assets. Originality/value – The development of a survey to assess e-commerce strategies and the identification of the e-commerce strategic dimensions are the main contributions of this research, which highlights the importance of differentiation factors in virtual markets.

scholarly journals From Wesleyanism To Pentecostalism: Historical And Theological Perspectives

2020 ◽  
pp. 50-59
Author(s):  
Isaac Boaheng
Keyword(s):  
Spiritual Gifts ◽  
Religious Movement ◽  
Social Ministry ◽  
The Bible ◽  
Global Christianity ◽  
The World ◽  
Revival Movement ◽  
Pentecostal Churches ◽  
To Come ◽  
Religious Landscape

Undoubtedly, Pentecostalism is the most influential religious movement of the twentieth century. Not only has this movement changed the religious landscape of the world, but it has also contributed enormously to the growth of Christianity in many societies. The contributors to the rapid growth of Pentecostal churches as compared to mainline historic churches have attracted scholarly attention for some time now. Current theological interest in this subject has prompted this study that traces the success of Pentecostalism to its adherence to foundations laid by the Wesleyan Holiness revival movement of the nineteenth century. Through a historico-theological survey, the author contends that Wesleyan teachings and practices such as the authority of the Bible, holiness, use of spiritual gifts, evangelism, social ministry, and others, are key to the survival of global Christianity now and in the years to come.

The Evaluation of Learner Experience in Serious Games

2018 ◽  
pp. 122-148
Author(s):  
Laila Shoukry ◽  
Johannes Konert ◽  
Stefan Göbel
Keyword(s):  
Serious Games ◽  
User Study ◽  
Evaluation Studies ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Research Fields ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Learner Experience

In this chapter, the topic of evaluating learner experience in serious games is discussed with respect to four different dimensions: gaming, learning, using and context with a special focus on using multimodal data. After reviewing relevant research fields, the steps involved in a serious games evaluation process is investigated and relevant evaluation studies are reviewed with emphasis on the use of different modalities for recording and assessing in-game interactions. Finally, a theoretical framework (LeGUC) is proposed defining parameters related to the four dimensions discussed which can be observed during evaluation studies of serious games and how they relate to logged in-game interactions. The framework is based on relevant literature as well as a conducted observational user study.

Toward a conceptualization of perceived complaint handling quality in social media and traditional service channels

2018 ◽  
Vol 52 (5/6) ◽  
pp. 973-1006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Praveen Sugathan ◽  
Alexander Rossmann ◽  
Kumar Rakesh Ranjan
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
High Reliability ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Interactional Justice ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Complaint Handling ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Media Channels ◽  
Handling Quality ◽  
Service Channels

Purpose This study aims to conceptualize and test the effect of consumers’ perceptions of complaint handling quality (PCHQ) in both traditional and social media channels. Design/methodology/approach Study 1 systematically reviews the relevant literature and then carries out a consumer and manager survey. This approach aims to conceptualize the dimensionality of PCHQ. Study 2 tests the effect of PCHQ on key marketing outcomes. Using survey data from a German telecommunications company, the study provides an explanation for the differences in outcomes across traditional (hotline) and social media channels. Findings Study 1 reveals that PCHQ is best conceptualized as a five-dimensional construct with 15 facets. There are significant differences between customers and managers in terms of the importance attached to the various dimensions. The construct shows strong psychometric properties with high reliability and validity, thereby opening up opportunities to treat these facets as measurement indicators for the construct. Study 2 indicates that the effect of PCHQ on consumer loyalty and word-of-mouth (WOM) communication is stronger in social media than in traditional channels. Procedural justice and the overall quality of service solutions emerge as general dimensions of PCHQ because they are equally important in both channels. In contrast, interactional justice, distributive justice and customer effort have varying effects across the two channels. Research limitations/implications This study contributes to the understanding of a firm’s channel selection for complaint handling in two ways. First, it evaluates and conceptualizes the PCHQ construct. Second, it compares the effects of different dimensions of PCHQ on key marketing outcomes across traditional and social media channels. Practical implications This study enables managers to understand the difference in efficacy attached to different dimensions of PCHQ. It further highlights such differences across traditional and social media service channels. For example, the effect of complaint handling on social media is of particular importance when generating WOM communication. Originality/value This study offers a comprehensive conceptualization of the PCHQ construct and reveals the general and channel contingent effects of its different dimensions on key marketing outcomes.

Sacrifice Regained

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger Crisp
Keyword(s):  
Common Sense ◽  
David Hume ◽  
Thomas Hobbes ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Other ◽  
Moral Reasons ◽  
Psychological Egoism ◽  
Self Interest ◽  
The Common ◽  
Good For

Does being virtuous make you happy? This book examines the answers to this ancient question provided by the so-called ‘British Moralists’, from about 1650 for the next two hundred years. This involves elucidating their views on happiness (self-interest, or well-being) and on virtue (or morality), in order to bring out the relation of each to the other. Themes ran through many of these writers: psychological egoism, evaluative hedonism, and—after Thomas Hobbes—the acceptance of self-standing moral reasons. But there are exceptions, and even those taking the standard views adopt them for very different reasons and express them in various ways. As the ancients tended to believe that virtue and happiness largely, perhaps entirely, coincide, so these modern authors are inclined to accept posthumous reward and punishment. Both positions sit uneasily with the common-sense idea that a person can truly sacrifice their own good for the sake of morality or for others, and the book shows that David Hume—a hedonist whose ethics made no appeal to the afterlife—was the first major British moralist to allow for, indeed to recommend, such self-sacrifice. Morality and well-being of course remain central to modern ethics, and this book demonstrates how much there is to learn from this remarkable group of philosophers.

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