1.2 - God as omnipotent, loving and just Flashcards
What do Christians believe God is?
Perfect
What is one of the main qualities of God which gives him authority and power?
His omnipotence
What does omnipotent mean?
All-powerful with unlimited authority
Luke 1:37
“Nothing is impossible with God”
Which characteristic of God is very important to Christians?
His omni-benevolence
What do Christians believe about God’s love?
It is endless. And because He loves us so much, He wants what is best for us.
What does omni-benevolent mean?
All-loving
What was God’s greatest act of love?
Sending Jesus to die for our sins
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son, that whoever believes on Him shall not perish, but have eternal life”
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor 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 perseveres. Love never fails”
This is the Biblical definition of love
God is believed to be the perfect giver of what?
Justice
God is what?
Just
What does God as a judge do?
Decide whether we are right or wrong and judge our character as well.
God doesn’t support what as a judge?
ill-treatment, prejudice, or oppression.
What do some people question when it comes to God’s characteristics?
If he is all-powerful and all-loving, why doesn’t He end suffering?
