Chapter 4 - God, Our Loving Father Flashcards
How many accounts of creation are there?
Two.
How do the accounts of creation present life?
As a gift from God that he gives us out of great love.
What do the accounts of creation also reveal?
God is our Creator who loves us and has a plan for us.
What same message do the accounts of creation share?
God loves all that he has created, and humanity is the peak of creation.
What is a covenant?
A solemn agreement between God and his people.
What was the covenant with Noah?
That a flood would never again destroy all life on Earth.
What was the covenant with Abraham?
Abraham and Sarah’s descendants would make up a great nation.
A word used to describe God’s undying love, tender care, and generous mercy.
“Hesed.” ( CHEH sehd )
Often translated as “peace,” but include all the great values God desires for us.
“Shalom.” ( sha LOHM )
Which painter painted the painting on the roof of the Sistine Chapel?
Micheangelo.
What is mercy?
God’s forgiveness and love.
In what book do we read the account of God’s freeing of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt?
The Book of Exodus.
What was God’s covenant with Moses?
He would make the Israelites his special people.
What did God gives Moses on Mount Sinai?
The 10 Commandments.
What was happening with the Israelites while Moses was away?
They forgot about the true God, and started worshipping a golden cow.
