Articles of Faith Flashcards
Recite the Article of Faith “Of the Scriptures”
WE BELIEVE that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of God, and are the ONLY sufficient, certain and authoritative rule of ALL saving knowledge, faith and obedience.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Of the Scriptures”
Psalm 18:30
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him. (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Of the Scriptures”
Romans 15:4
For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “True God”
WE BELIEVE that there is but ONE God, the Maker, Preserver and Ruler of ALL things, having in and of Himself ALL perfections and being infinite in ALL of them, and to Him ALL creatures owe the highest love, reverence and obedience.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “True God”
Jeremiah 10:10
But the Lord is the true God, He is the living God and the everlasting King. At His wrath the earth will tremble and the nations will not be able to endure His indignation. (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “True God”
Romans 11:36
For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen. (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “Fall of Man”
WE BELIEVE that man was created in holiness but by voluntary transgression fell from the holy and happy state; in consequence of which ALL mankind are sinners not by constraint but choice.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Fall of Man”
Romans 3:23
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Fall of Man”
Romans 5:12
Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned- (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “Way of Salvation”
WE BELIEVE that the salvation of sinners is totally of grace; through the mediatorial office of the Son of God, who by the appointment of the Father freely took upon Him our nature, yet without sin; and by His death made full atonement for our sins.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Way of Salvation”
Hebrews 9:28
So Christ was offered once to bear the sins of many. To those who eagerly wait for Him He will appear a second time, apart from sin, for salvation. (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Way of Salvation”
1 Peter 2:24-25
Who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we having died to sins, might live for righteousness-by whose stripes you were healed. For you were like sheep going astray, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “Justification”
WE BELIEVE that justification is God’s gracious and full acquittal of sinners, who believe in Christ. On the sole account of the obedience and sanctification of Christ, sinners receive and rest in Him and His righteousness by faith. (NKJV)
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Justification”
Romans 5:18
Therefore, as through one man’s offense judgment came to all men, resulting in condemnation, even so through one Man’s righteous act the free gift came to all men, resulting in justification of life. (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Justification”
Acts 13:39
And by Him everyone who believes is justified from all things from which you could not be justified by the Law of Moses. (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “Freeness of Salvation”
WE BELIEVE that the blessings of Salvation are made free to ALL by the gospel; it is the duty of ALL to accept them by obedient faith. Nothing prevents the salvation of the greatest sinner on earth, but his own voluntary rejection of the gospel. (NKJV)
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Freeness of Salvation”
2 Corinthians 3:17
Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (NKJV)
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Freeness of Salvation”
John 8:36
“Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” (NKJV)
Recite the Article of Faith “Grace and Regeneration”
WE BELIEVE that in order to be saved, sinners must be regenerated, or born again. It is a change of heart brought by the Holy Spirit who quickens the dead in trespasses and sins, enlightening their minds spiritually to understand the word of God. Renewing their whole nature, so that they love and practice holiness.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Grace and Regeneration”
Titus 3:4-5
But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy-He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit.
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Grace and Regeneration”
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, He is a new creation, old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new
Recite the Article of Faith “Repentance and Faith”
WE BELIEVE that repentance and faith are sacred duties and inseparable graces, wrought in our souls, by the regenerating Spirit of God. Having been deeply convinced of our guilt, danger, and helplessness, we turn to God with confidence and supplication for mercy receiving the Lord Jesus Christ.
What is the first supporting scripture for AOF “Repentance and Faith”
Acts 3:19-20
Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that He may send Jesus Christ, who was preached to you before.
What is the second supporting scripture for AOF “Repentance and Faith”
Hebrews 6:1
Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God.
Recite the Article of Faith “God’s Purpose of Grace”
WE BELIEVE that election is the eternal purpose of God, according to which He graciously regenerates, sanctifies, and saves sinners. It is a most glorious display of God’s sovereign goodness. It is the foundation of Christian assurance.