1.2 God as omnipotent, loving and just

Question 1

Omnipotent -

Answer 1

Almighty, having unlimited power; a quality of God

Question 2

Benevolent -

Answer 2

All loving, all good, a quality of God

Question 3

Justice -

Answer 3

Bringing about what is right and fair, according to the law, or making up for a Wrong that has been committed

Question 4

What is the quote from Luke 1:37?

Answer 4

‘Nothing is impossible with God’

Question 5

What is the quote from John 3:16?

Answer 5

‘God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life’

Question 6

What is the quote from 1 Corinthians 13:4-8?

Answer 6

‘Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves. Love never fails’

Question 7

What does God’s omnipotence also show, besides power and strength?

Answer 7

Consists of power and authority to do good

Question 8

What was God’s greatest act of love?

Answer 8

Sending his son, Jesus, down to earth

Question 9

God is believed to be the perfect giver of…

Answer 9

Justice

Question 10

As the ultimate source of justice, what will God never support?

Answer 10

Injustice, Ill-treatment, prejudice or oppression

Question 11

What do Christians believe about God and suffering?

Answer 11

God treats all people fairly and is incapable of making a wrong decision - can trust him