Doctrine 9

Question 1

Recite Doctrine 9

Answer 1

We believe that continuance in a state of salvation depends uponcontinued obedient faith in Christ.

Question 2

Define Conversion

Answer 2

the act of turning to Christ, including both repentance and saving faith.

Question 3

Define Assurance

Answer 3

confidence in the reality of personal salvation, made possible by the work of the Holy Spirit.

Question 4

Define Predestination

Answer 4

a belief of some Christians that God has already determined who will be saved.

Question 5

Synergism

Answer 5

“the doctrine that the human will cooperates with the Holy Ghost in the work of regeneration..

Question 6

Monergism

Answer 6

God alone is working in the re-birth and regeneration of mankind.

Question 7

Continued Obedient Faith

Answer 7

However, obedient faith, although dependent upon human commitment and action, also requires the continued inward working of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer (Philippians 2:13; Hebrews 13:20, 21).
Our salvation is assured as long as we continue to exercise faith in Jesus Christ. Such faith is expressed in obedience to his leadings, will and commands.

Our conversion inaugurates a journey during which we are being transformed into Christ’s likeness. Thus salvation is neither a state to be preserved nor an insurance policy which requires no further investment.

We begin to discover that obedient faith is given by God’s grace, rather than achieved by our superlative efforts. We become aware of the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit.

Question 8

Calvin vs Arminian

Answer 8

Total depravity Total depravity
Unconditional election Conditional election
Limited atonement Unlimited atonement
Irresistible grace Prevenient grace
Perseverance of the saints Conditional preservation