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Exam #4 Flashcards

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What is the debate regarding the baptism of the Holy Spirit?

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The debate centers on whether the baptism of the Holy Spirit is a second experience after salvation or occurs at salvation.

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What are arguments for the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a second experience?

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It includes the idea that it provides additional empowerment and often involves speaking in tongues as evidence.

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What do most Evangelicals believe about the baptism of the Holy Spirit?

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They believe it occurs at salvation as part of being united with Christ.

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What is prayer?

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Prayer is communication with God, including praise, confession, thanksgiving, and requests.

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What can you pray about?

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Anything, including personal needs, others’ needs, thanksgiving, and guidance.

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How did Jesus view prayer?

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He emphasized its importance, modeled it frequently, and taught others to pray.

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What are 4 reasons that prayer exists?

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To glorify God, build a relationship with Him, align with His will, and make requests.

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Is prayer effective? Does it matter if we pray or not?

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Yes, Scripture shows examples of answered prayers and emphasizes prayer’s impact on God’s actions.

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What is praying in Jesus’ name?

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It means praying with His authority, according to His will, and relying on His intercession.

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According to Scripture, who prays for us?

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Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

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What is ecclesiology?

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The study of the church, its nature, function, and purpose.

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What is the “church”? What are the 2 usages of “church” in the New Testament?

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The church refers to both the universal body of believers and local congregations.

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What is a denomination?

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A distinct group within Christianity with shared beliefs and practices.

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What are biblical images of the church?

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The bride of Christ, the body of Christ, a temple, and a flock.

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What is dispensationalism?

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A theological view that separates God’s plans for Israel and the church across different time periods.

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What do most Evangelicals believe about Israel and the NT church?

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Many believe the church fulfills Israel’s promises in Christ.

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What is the mission of the church?

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To glorify God, evangelize the world, and disciple believers.

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What are the internal and external missions of the church?

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Internal: Discipleship and community.

External: Evangelism and outreach.

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What is a Protestant?

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A Christian who follows principles of the Reformation, emphasizing Scripture and salvation by faith alone.

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What is a Catholic?

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A member of the Roman Catholic Church, which emphasizes tradition, sacraments, and the authority of the Pope.

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What are some doctrinal differences between Protestants and Catholics?

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Differences include authority (Scripture vs. tradition), justification, and the role of Mary and saints.

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What is the debate regarding women in ministry?

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The debate focuses on whether women can hold leadership roles in the church.

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What is complementarianism?

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The belief that men and women have different roles, with men leading in the church and home.

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What is egalitarianism?

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The belief that men and women can serve equally in all church roles.

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How do egalitarians interpret 1 Tim 2:11-15 and 1 Cor 14:34-35?

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As cultural instructions rather than universal mandates.

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What is an ordinance?

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A practice instituted by Christ that symbolizes a spiritual reality.

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What is the difference between an ordinance and a sacrament?

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Ordinances are symbolic; sacraments are believed to convey grace.

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What are the two ordinances Protestants affirm?

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Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.

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What are the 7 sacraments Catholics affirm?

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Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage, and Holy Orders.

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What is eschatology?

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The study of end times, including death, judgment, and eternity.

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Why do all people have to die?

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Because of sin entering the world through Adam and Eve.

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What is soul sleep?

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The belief that the soul is unconscious between death and resurrection.

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What is the intermediate state?

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The state of the soul between death and final resurrection, according to most Evangelicals.

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What is purgatory?

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The Catholic belief in a temporary state of purification for believers before entering heaven.

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Why don’t Protestants believe in purgatory?

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They argue it lacks biblical support and undermines Christ’s complete work on the cross.

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