Lesson 8 - Doctrine of Soli Deo Gloria

Question 1

Define Soli Deo Gloria

Answer 1

The ultimate end of all God’s work in creation and redemption is his own glory alone.

Question 2

What is the difference between an ultimate end and proximate end?

Answer 2

Ultimate End: the highest end or goal

Proximate End: means to a higher end

Question 3

3 major scriptural texts, which support Soli Deo Gloria?

Answer 3

• • Isaiah 42:8, 43:6-7
• • Romans 11:36
• • 1 Corinthians 10:31
• • Ephesians 1:3-14

Question 4

What is the theological basis for Soli Deo Gloria?

Answer 4

1. ) God is, by his very nature, the highest and most glorious of all beings.
2. ) God is, by his very nature, the beginning (source) and the end (goal) of all things.
3. ) If God were to seek the glory of another, he would be denying his own nature.
4. ) Therefore, God must work all things ultimately for his own glory alone.