Exam 2 Flashcards
In what book of the Bible are we said to be created in the ‘image’ and ‘likeness’ of God?
Genesis
What do the words ‘image’ and ‘likeness’ refer to?
Statues or physical representations of other things
Are both males and females equally created in the image of God?
Yes
What are the three historic views of the ‘image of God’?
- Substantive
- Functional
- Relational
What does the substantive view identify the ‘image’ with?
A specific quality, capacity, or property in us, usually our reason, will, and/or moral capacities, all located in our souls
What does the functional view identify the ‘image’ with?
What we do, specifically in God creating us to have ‘dominion’ over the earth
What does the relational view identify the ‘image’ with?
Our ability to relate to God and to others
What does it mean to bear God’s image according to Dr. Woodyard?
We are created in such a way that as human beings, we reflect or point to the God who made us in a myriad of ways.
What are the implications of humans being created in God’s image?
- Human life has inherent worth and value
- How we live/behave matters
- Humans derive their identity from who God says they are in his Word
Sin has marred the image of God, but has it erased it?
No
Who is described as the perfect image of God?
Jesus Christ
What does ‘existence precedes essence’ mean?
You exist and then decide your own purpose for existing/living
What does Christianity say about purpose and existence?
There is a purpose that precedes your existence
What are the purposes of mankind according to Christianity?
- For God’s Glory
- Love God
- Love Neighbor
What is the providential will?
At cosmic level, happening long before you were born; secret until it’s made known
What is the preceptive will?
How we can know God’s will by looking to the Scriptures; we can choose to obey or disobey
What does Deuteronomy 29:29 say about God’s will?
The secret things belong to the Lord our God but the things revealed belong to us and to our children
What is an example of God’s will mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 4:3?
Your sanctification
What is living on mission?
Living a life that aims to make disciples of Jesus Christ all over the world
Why do we live on mission?
- Sin is serious
- Judgement is sure
- The gospel is glorious
What are two passages to memorize related to living on mission?
- Matthew 28:18–20 (The Great Commission)
- Acts 1:8 (Witness to the World)
What does Matthew 10:28 say about fear?
Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul
What does Philippians 3:20 say about our citizenship?
Our citizenship is in heaven
How do we live on mission according to Tony Merida?
Be ordinary people who do ordinary things with gospel intentionality
What should we do regarding sharing the gospel?
Share the gospel of Jesus Christ
What should we consider prayerfully regarding sharing the gospel?
Whether or not God would have you move to a far away land and share the gospel
