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Common Grace

God's non-saving mercy toward all of humanity

Consummation

In speaking of eschatology and the kingdom of God, this term refers to the time when Christ returns and fulfills God's ultimate purpose for all of history.

Continuation

In speaking of eschatology and the kingdom of God, this term refers to the history and extension of the Church through the preaching of the gospel.

Cultural Mandate

The command in Genesis 1:28 to develop and rule the creation to display God's glory

Culture

The intersecting patterns of concepts, behaviors and emotions that characterize a community