Digital Portfolio 1: A Family of Freedom Fighters

Rahab was a woman who lived in Jericho in The Promised Land and originally worked as a prostitute. Rahab got into this job to get money for his family, because they were poor and could barely afford food. She lived in a hole inside of the city walls, and that was also her place of work. Israelites spies stayed with her when the invasions were happening. She would hide them every time someone would come by looking for them. She offered them sex, information and a place to hide when the invasion was happening. In return for the hiding spot and the information, they promised to save her and her family during the planned military invasion. Only if she fulfilled her part of the deal by keeping the details of the contact with them a secret and leaving a sign on her residence that would be a marker for the advancing soldier to avoid. When the people of Israel conquered Caanan she left prostitution, converted to Judaism and married a highly prominent member of the Jewish people. She was considered one of the four most beautiful people in the world.
Jesus was saying that anyone could be saved know matter what the sin is. Even though she was committing a huge sin it was also helping someone. The Israelities spies needed her help and she needed their help and they worked together. Like Jesus said treat other the way you want to be treated. She treated them good and saved them and the two spies returned the favor.

Portfolio 1: What I think I can Achieve

After reading over the course syllabus I know that I can achieve a grade of an A. If I complete all of my assignments study for the test and work up to my potential I can get the grade I desire. I normally slack off, then at the last moment I get a sence of urgency and try to do everything in my power to get a good grade. But this year I am determined to get these grade up, and I kno i can. When doing these assignments and study for the test I am going to be competitive in trying to be the best student in the class. Knowing that I shot for an A and tried my hardest to get that i will probaly fall in that catogary.

Portfolio 1: Who is Jesus, Really?

I dont know much about Jesus teachings, but I believe that he taught people about happiness and finding themselves. Jesus taught people how to express themselves in a way you want, and not to be afraid to stand up for yourself. He taught people to respect their neighbors becuase Im sure thats the way you want to be treated. Jesus stood up for himselve, in his own way he was a teacher, he taught people day in and out to do what they stand up for and dont back down. He did numerous of things for his partner, even if he was starving he would give up his meal to feed his companion. I believe in what Jesus was teaching and the way that he taught it, but im not really a follower of his teachings. I never took the time to read all that he has done. I never went to church and I dont really have a religion. I believe in Karma and life has its way of playing things out.

Portfolio 1: Stories people tell about you

A story that Is told about me a lot is the bumble bee halloween story. When I was about 4 years old, I was dressed up as a bumble bee for halloween. I was really enthusiastic and playful I wanted to fly more than anything. When my mom went into the house I climbed up on a high table and jumped off, thinking I would fly. As soon as I jumped off I fell to the ground even though I wasn't seriously injured it made up for a great story. I think my family tells this story every year because they are showing my adventurous side from a young age and willingness to do anything. Also that im crazy.

Portfolio 1: Introductory Notes