Lesson 5 Flashcards
True of False. Every passage of scripture must be read as a chapter in a completed book.
T
True of False. Sin effects our emotions, wills, and rational faculties.
T
True of False. The Holy Spirit is not always a necessary part of interpreting the scripture.
F
True of False. One dimension of letting scripture interpret scripture is listening to the full panoply of texts that touch the subject.
T
True of False. Proverbs are best understood as “fail-proof promises.”
F
True of False. In attempts to provide their congregations with something fresh, too many pastors are readily taken in by farfetched ideas.
T
True of False. The power of a sermon of Bible lesson lies in the faithfulness to the inspired text.
T
True of False. We should approach the Bible as sympathetic readers respecting the various genres and authorial assumptions that accompany such genres.
T
True of False. It is sinful to rely on outside sources to help you gain contextual understanding of scripture.
F
True of False. The study of ancient culture although fascinating is not the focus of Bible Study.
T
What does Christocentric mean?
Christ-centered
The basic human response to God’s natural revelation is to suppress it in __________
idolatry
Many Christians find it best to start their prayers with a quiet and sustained reflection on _____________
Scripture
___________ and __________ are necessary to believe and obey God’s word.
Regeneration, Divine Empowerment
The person who reads God’s word and does not obey it is _______________
Self-deceived
Charlie said, “I ate a ton of food!” Charlie was using a __________
Hyperbole
Be aware of historical and ____________ background issues.
Cultural
Where can a pastor who is young and in need of experience get the feedback he needs?
Commentaries and his congregation
Reading Scripture in a group setting is important for study because:
It guards against erroneous interpretation
It is often said, “A text without context is a ___________
Pretext
What are the three main principles for studying the Bible discussed in chapter 10? ( Four were discussed in the chapter)
Approach the Bible in prayer, let scripture interpret scripture, meditate on the Bible and approach the Bible in faith and obedience.
Who was the great reformer who recognized Psalm 119 as helpful instruction for studying the Bible?
Martin Luther
What are the three main dimensions of the human person that are effected by sin?
Emotions, will, and rational faculties.
One of God’s chosen means to mature people to mature people is to call them to respond in faith and obedience through what?
Trials