Morung Express News
Khensa (Mokokchung) | June 23
The first Mini-Convention of the Khensa Youth Ministry commenced on June 23 at Khensa Baptist Church, Mokokchung district with the theme ‘Identity.’ The resource persons for the three days event are Maongienla, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Fazl Ali College; Dr. Hannah Tia, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Dimapur Government College; Dr. Imtisunep, BTM, ATMA, Peren Block.
Speaking on the topic ‘Dynamics of society and its impact on Christian attitude,’ the resource person of the first session, Maongienla said that attitude helps define how one sees situations as well as define how one behaves towards the situation or object. “Attitude is a complex combination of things, we tend to call personality, beliefs, values, behavior and motivation,” she stated.
Christian attitude, she said, is “copying the personality of Jesus Christ. He is the center and everything revolves around Him for those who believe in Him.”
Sharing on dynamics of society, she maintained that old customs, traditions, folkways, morals, values and institutions change and new customs and value take place. She also shared in details the various characteristics of post modern society.
In conclusion, she stated that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God.
On day two, Dr. Imtisunep will speak on the topic ‘Christian ethics and economic life today,’ and Dr. Hannah will speak on ‘Preserving cultural identity in a Christian state.’
Besides worship and special presentations, the other highlights of the conventions will include discussion hours and various activities on topics including social, culture and economics.
