Midterm Flashcards
The person who displayed their belief in relative truth when speaking with Jesus
Pilate
Who provided a great example of knowing when to lead others and when to support others
John the Baptist
Who provided an example of frustration and anger because they wanted to live their own way
Jonah
In what city did Paul make his address about Christian philosophy
Athens
The place where Paul explained to the Greeks who the “Unknown God” was
Aeropagus
In what manner does God call us to treat other people
Love
Who was the member of the Jewish ruling council who came to see Jesus at night?
Nicodemus
What is known as choosing NOT to retain the knowledge of God?
Depravity
Who did Jesus say was primarily responsible for his death?
Jewish leaders
No one has been declared _______ by following the law of God.
Righteous
What did God provide for us to make us aware of our sin?
Law
They were the political ruling government during the time of Jesus.
Romans
Who did Pilate agree to give Jesus’s body to?
Joseph of Arimathea
Which Jewish leader clearly believed Jesus was the Messiah, based upon the evidence of his presence at claiming Jesus’s body?
Nicodemus
Who did the Jewish leaders say was their king?
Caesar
What was the name of the son born to Abraham’s maidservant?
Ishmael
What was the name of the son born to Abraham’s wife?
Isaac
Which of Abraham’s sons became the forefather to the Jewish nation?
Isaac
Which of Abraham’s sons became the forefather to the Islamic nation?
Ishmael
Who wrote the fable of the tortoise and the hare?
Aesop
The wages of sin is ______.
Death
Suffering produces _________.
Perseverance
(Suffering>) which produces ________.
Character
(Character>) which results in _________.
Hope
The name given that describes the people humans surround themselves with to support their thinking.
Sycophants
The gift of God is _______________.
Eternal life
The place where humans often find comfort and formulate an identity.
Subculture
Scripture states that ________ will help us in our weakness, especially in prayer.
Holy Spirit
After Jesus gave His followers the teaching in John 6 that His flesh/blood was the sustenance of everlasting life, what was the behavior displayed in the crowd’s response to this teaching?
Offended
The simplistic manner in which humans try to understand the world.
Stereotypes
The “wretched condition” that Jesus saves humans from.
Sin
After Jesus rebuked His followers in John 6 for seeking physical needs instead of seeking for the coming of the Messiah, how did the followers respond?
Anger
After Jesus taught His followers in John 6 that God’s desire was for ALL to receive eternity through HIM, how did His followers respond?
Grumbling
Sin entered the world through _________.
Adam
Life entered the world through _________.
Jesus
As _____ increases the Grace of God increases.
Sin
The captain of the guard who bought Joseph from the Ishmaelites.
Potipher
The country in which Esther became the queen.
Persia
He was a talented Israelite that was put into slavery when Babylon besieged Judah.
Daniel
The king who cared for Daniel and was joyful when he came out from the lion’s den.
Darius
The cupbearer spoke well of his ability to interpret dreams, which ended up releasing him from jail.
Joseph
His wife tried to seduce Joseph, which caused him to run away from his owner and be thrown into jail.
Potipher
What was the name of the King who made a new decree after Daniel came out of the lion’s den about all in his kingdom towards Daniel’s God?
Darius
He was sold into slavery by his own brother so.
Joseph
The nation who conquered Daniel’s people.
Babylon
Influenced the king not to kill all the Jewish people in the King’s land.
Esther
He enslaved the Israelites because he didn’t remember Joseph or what Joseph had done for his people.
Pharaoh
He showed great leadership by modeling the behavior of becoming less so that another can become greater.
John the Baptist
The caretaker of Esther who discovered the plot to kill the king.
Mordecai
The person who persuaded the king that killing all of the Jews in their land was necessary.
Haman
The king who chose Esther as queen.
Xerxes
The land in which the people of Joseph were enslaved in.
Egypt
What was the name of the King when his nation conquered Daniel’s people?
Nebuchadnezzar
He was brought to a place of power when interpreting a dream about an upcoming famine.
Joseph
He was brought to a place of power due to “his ability to understand visions and dreams of all kinds”.
Daniel
What was the name of the King who made Daniel the third highest ruler in his nation?
Belshazzar
The humanistic philosophy referenced in Acts that promotes human logic pursuit as the fulfillment of one’s life
Stoic
He wrote Two Treatises on Government
John Locke
Wrote Origin of Species
Darwin
Write Democracy in America
Alexis de Tocqueville
This method of teaching law in America was based upon a belief that the law evolves over time, therefore past cases can be used to view growth and make new rulings
Case study
the United States Supreme Court Justice who ruled cases based upon the believe that law is subjective to changes in culture
Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
The concept in scripture that teaches each human being is valuable and has a unique role in the service of one another
Body of Christ
Who is one of the signers of the humanist manifesto and influence government schooling in the United States?
John Dewey
The concept found in Matthew 18, teaching us how to respond when we are offended.
Relationship reconciliation
the concept that teaches the strength of society is found in the degree to which each individual strives to serve one another
Fabric of Society
The concept that teaches the law of a society will change as the culture of the society changes
Sociological Jurisprudence
The humanistic philosophy referred in Acts that promotes human enjoyment as the fulfillment of one’s life
Epicurean
this method of teaching law in America was based upon a belief that all law comes from God’s natural law
Blackstone
Freedom from external control
Sovereignty
Acts teaches that the _________ were committed to the expression of self-gratification in I-centered authority through their humanistic expression of pleasure of experiencing and expressing one’s emotions
Epicurean
Acts teaches that the ________ were committed to the expression of self-gratification in I-centered authority through their humanistic expression of pleasure of using naturalness and probability to bring meaning to life
Stoic
each problem is a unique opportunity to apply our _______ to the needs of the age
spiritual gifts
wrote Closing of the American Mind
Bloom
Complete the following: “the values of Society are found in who they ________”
admire
the author of Closing of the American Mind wrote the book because he was concerned that his students were closed to
life
Complete the following: “As it now stands, students have powerful images of what a perfect body is and pursue it incessantly. But deprived of literary guidance, they no longer have any image of a perfect __________, and hence do not long to have one. They do not even imagine that there is such a thing.”
soul
when the author of Closing the American Mind wrote his book, he was a professor of _________ at Harvard.
literature
Complete the following: “We condemn ourselves by what we _______.”
approve
Who testified that they would not venture to speak of anything except for what Christ has taught and done through them.
Paul
what word is defined as “being able to understand a situation from another person’s perspective”?
empathy
Complete the following: “……..therefore let us stop passing __________ on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way”?
judgment
When we choose to follow God and authority in a God-centered manner, we critique the people and problems with _______
empathy
what action are we performing when we contribute to being a solution to the needs of our age?
service
In Romans 2, it is written that the consequences for those who “are self-seeking and who reject the truth and who follow evil” is “wrath and anger”, who is the one responsible for this?
ourselves
What city did God call Jonah to go and preach repentance to?
Ninevah
Who did Jesus interact with to show us an example of true love?
The Samaritan Woman
What did Jesus say He DID NOT come into the world to do?
condemn it
What did Jesus say He DID come into the world to do?
Testify to the Truth
Which was NOT one of the ways that Satan tempted Jesus?
Lying (He was tempted by Flattery, mocking and an appeal to pride)
What verse is “Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart”?
Psalm 37:7
The ultimate purpose of the OT is to:
prepare the way for the coming Messiah
What does it mean “to have the fear of God before your eyes”?
Being humble
What verse is “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God?”
Romans 3:23
What does it mean to “worship”?
what we promote to others,
what we spend money on,
what we pay attention to
Why does Paul describe a life without displaying love to others as “nothing”?
because loving is the only purpose of our life
At the beginning of the Book of Acts, Jesus teaches His disciples to receive ________ and be His witnesses in Jerusalem, all of Judea, and Samaria and the ends of the earth.
the Holy Spirit
Why was the Jewish ruling council so upset about Jesus preaching that He was the Messiah?
they didn’t want to lose control of the Jewish church
In the beginning, who was with God?
Jesus, the Word, the Holy Spirit
What increases as our sin increases?
the grace of God
What was the language on the sign that was meant for the Jewish people?
Aramaic
What was the language on the sign that was meant for the culture of the day?
Greek
What was the language on the sign that was meant for the intellectuals, wealthy, and powerful of the day?
Latin
What is the job that Jesus gives each of us to do while on Earth:
not condemn people’s bad behavior,
not judge people’s bad behavior,
not “to act right and set a good example”
Humanity is ________ Because of the act of Jesus’s death and resurrection, which broke through the separation of sin and reunited humanity with God
redeemed
What does it mean to be seen as the guilt free and pure before God?
righteous
to be restored back to our original created state:
reconciled
the confidence in claiming that we are pure in the eyes of God by our faith:
justified
Acts 1 teaches us that when answering God’s call in our life, Judea represents growing/sharing His Word with:
our family
Acts 1 teaches us that when answering God’s call in our life, Samaria represents growing/sharing His Word with:
our community
Acts 1 teaches us that when answering God’s call in our life, Jurusalem represents growing/sharing His Word with:
ourselves
The manner in which Pilate tried to absolve himself of responsibility for Jesus.
washing his hands of it in public,
stating Jesus innocence,
placing a sign on the cross that Jesus was “King of the Jews”
Manners in which Pilate tried to set Jesus free
beating Him,
having them denounce their king,
offering to send Him back to the Jewish leaders
according to Romans, people who have not heard of the Word of God will have this consequence at their death:
they will be judged by the secrets of their heart
when you are believing in God’s ways even though you can’t always see why, you are:
justified by faith
when you are believing in yourself and the accomplishment you can see, you are:
justified by works
Romans 2:24 states “God’s name is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.” - what is the significance of this?
you can use is to be self aware
what did Paul mean when teaching in the Book of Acts that God determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live.
- God’s purposes for our lives is not circumstantial,
- the people in out lives are there for a reason,
- the situations of our lives are not random, they hold significance
when Jesus said he did not want affirmation from man, what did He know was in a man?
they were only looking to give the affirmation so they could get something
what did Eve have to believe when she was tempted by the serpant?
God was a liar
Paul called the people he spoke to in Athens as very “religious” because they:
were consistent in their worship of the latest ideas of the day
what did Paul mean when he taught that God does not live in temples built by human hands?
God is beyond the understanding of human beings and should be humbly sought after
why are we unable to boast about being justified through Jesus Christ?
we didn’t do anything to deserve it
what is the purpose of this apologetics class?
to have the ability to know and defend what you believe in
according to Paul’s teaching in Romans, the following occurs when you judge others
- you are judging yourself because you are not free from being faultless,
- you are elevating yourself as better than those you are judging,
- you believe that you have all the info and subsequent qualifications to judge another
Maturity is defined in James 1 as:
Fully complete, not lacking
What will an immature person base their decisions on?
- what other people think
- their feelings
- what their authorities want them to do
James 1 and Romans 5 state that problems will give us the opportunity to:
Grow in our relationship with God
What is the manner in which we are to go about seeking answers from God?
Without doubt
The teaching in James 1 and Romans 5, states that we are to respond to problems:
With joy
When we follow all of the steps outlined in James 1 and Romans 5, what do we have hope in?
We have hope when facing the next trial
In any given moment, this is choosing to please yourself rather than doing something you’re supposed to do?
Instant gratification
In any given moment, this is choosing to put aside the pleasure you want and do the responsibility you don’t feel like at that moment?
Delayed gratification
What verse states: “Therefore, brothers, we have an obligation…”, teaching us that we have he responsibility to identify our gifts, sharpen those gifts, and then use those gifts for the needs of the age _____
Romans 8:12
Which verse teaches that living by the sinful nature will result in having a “spirit of fear”?
Romans 8:15
Which verse provides comfort for us, teaching us that we are “co-heirs” with Jesus?
Romans 8:17
Which verse states: “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us”?
Romans 8:18
What is the “wretched condition” described in Romans 7 that all humans need Jesus to save us from?
Our struggle with sin
What Old Testament miracle did Jesus use to teach His followers in John 6 to focus on their spiritual needs instead of their physical needs?
Manna falling from the sky
Which was one of the miracles that preceded Jesus’s teaching about eternal life in John 6?
Feeding the 5000
This leadership style is permissive, because they’ll go along with anything as long as they are accepted.
Lose-Win
This leadership style is authoritarian.
Win-lose
They will work hard to make others look bad, even at their own expense
Lose-Lose
This is termed the “doormat” philosophy
Lose-win
Their focus is an obsession with making the other person lose
Lose-lose
When individuals take the role of being sycophants
Lose-win
This type of thinking damages relationships
Win-lose
The scriptural example of this behavior was displayed by the Jewish leaders
Win-lose
The scriptural example of this behavior was displayed by John the Baptist
Win-win
Will seek mutual benefit in all human interactions
Win-win
The individual who is credited with the win-win philosophy is:
Covey
Focuses upon who will get the credit
Win-lose
God will accept all people into heaven equally the moment they repent, no matter when it happens in their lives.
Parable of the workers in the vineyard
Removed sin from your life, before trying to assist others in removing/judging even the smallest of sins from others
Parable of the blind leading the blind
Upon the return of Christ, those who live in Christ will shine, while those who love evil will be exposed and suffer eternal separation from God
Parable of the weeds
Humility allows you to recognize your place (co-operate, don’t compete with others)
Parable of the guests at a wedding feast
The Angels are described as gathering all of humanity and separating the wicked from the righteous
Parable of the net
We are forgiven by God for our wrongdoing, therefore we are to forgive others for the wrongs that are done to us
Parable of the unmerciful servant
Our responsibility to provide for the needs of others with our abundance
Parable of the rich fool
Showing that actions speak louder than words in displaying who really repents of selfishness and lives by faith
Parable of the 2 sons
They this persistent effort without (even contrary to) evidence
Parable of the persistent widow
When given the opportunity to partake in the glory of life, many would rather choose the comfort of remaining in the limited conditions they are in
Parable of the wedding banquet
The recognition of the incredible value of knowing and applying God’s wisdom, rather than spending our time and talents in other selfish pursuits
Parable of the hidden treasure
Wisdom of living in a manner being able to meet the daily call of loving God and loving others and eagerly anticipating that 1 day we will live in eternity with God, either by Jesus’s return or our physical death
Parable of the 10 virgins
The amazing truth about how just a little bit of faith can produce wonders due to the power of God
Parable of the mustard seed/yeast
Celebration is to be done daily - celebrating that we’re alive (a party to recognize new life)
Parable of the lost son
Displaying a win-win type of mentality
Parable of the shrewd manager
How valuable we are to God, and how intensely He will seek after us
Parable of the lost sheep
The understanding that we are merely caretakers of the life God has provided us, not the owners of it
Parable of the tenants
It’s hard to give up comfort in order to commit to serving the needs of the age
Parable of the rich ruler
How individuals receive and apply the Word of God into their lives
Parable of the sower
A responsibility to others (especially when we don’t “have to”)
Parable of the good samaritan
God’s eternal provision despite the stubbornness of man
Parable of the rich man and Lazarus
Innocent faith (without doubt) of a child and (keep this throughout life)
Parable of the little children
God is patient with us, we are to be patient with others
Parable of the fig tree
that New means “new”…….. focus on what each new day has for us
Parable of the old and new garment
How long was the decree affecting Daniel that no one could worship any God or man except the king?
30 days
What was the name of the king that was ruling when the above mentioned decree was put into place? (decree that no one could worship any God or man except the king)
Darius
How did the king respond to his administrators and satraps who accused Daniel of disloyalty to the king?
They and their Families were placed in the lion’s den
Paul States that faith comes from hearing the message, and that hearing the message comes from where?
The Word
When Jesus was asked by his disciples why He taught in parables, He responded that:
Parables contain the secrets of the knowledge of the Kingdom of heaven for all who seek to understand
Romans 9:20, states “Who are you, O man, to talk back to God.” This verse is in reference to future generations thinking they have the authority to question God’s choice to use __________ To play a role in the history of man?
Pharoah
According to Romans 9:14, God’s justice “does not depend on man’s desire or effort but on _______ ________.”
God’s mercy
When you have a goal to please God, you are showing that you have faith in ______
Consequences
What is Paul’s teaching in Romans 10:9-10 an example of?
worship
Having freedom from external control is known as ___________
Sovereignty
What word does Paul used to describe the Passion the Jews have for God, But also stating the Passion is not based in knowledge?
Zeal
What word does Paul use to describe the Passion the Jews had to please God through their efforts or “works”?
Stumbling stone
Verse that reminds us of Jesus is love and provision for us Is found in ________ (aka, the “10-finger prayer”)
Philippians
in Romans 12:9, Paul States that the love we have towards others must be ________
Sincere
In Romans 11, those who know the Word of God And are call to share it with everyone are known as:
remnant
Under what criteria are those who know the word of God and are called to share it chosen?
By the grace of God
What does Paul use as a metaphor to describe how to stay connected to God through Jesus?
Ingrafted branches
The new opportunity each day to choose right behavior is:
Experiencing the kindness of God
the Consistent consequences given when choosing wrong behavior is:
Experiencing the sternness of God
What is the name of the false god of the Old Testament that Paul warns against worshiping?
Baal
Paul uses the words “blind and deaf” to describe people who find themselves in:
Spirit of stupor
What word does scripture used to describe that your spiritual gifts and call cannot be taken away:
irrevocable
What verse is: “whoever loves discipline, loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.”
Proberbs 12:1
Once you have Decided to trust God’s will, what is the 3 pronged continual process God has provided for the purpose of your life?
Identify - discover the gifts and talents God has given us,
Sharpen - develop the gifts and talents God has given us,
Apply - use our gifts and talents to meet the needs of the age
What increases as our sin increases?
God’s grace
In Romans 12:3-8, Why does Paul use the human body to describe the spiritual gifts that each of us have?
Because each part has an important role to play,
We are not in competition for the same roles,
Because we are stronger when united together
What concept does Paul address in his address to the people of Athens in Acts 17?
God’s authority over humanism
The year that Communist manifesto was written:
1848
The year that the 1st humanist manifesto was written:
1933
The year that the Origin of Species was written:
1859
The year that Maslow’s theory of the “Hierarchy of Needs” was written:
1943
The year that the US Supreme Court ruled in Roe v. Wade that abortion was legal:
1973
the era which the humanism became influential in American culture:
1920s
the era in which individuals such as Galileo and Luther had conflicts with established religion:
1500s
The humanist manifesto was the product of what era in United States history?
progressive
Who was the United States president during this era of reform?
Woodrow Wilson
During this era of reform, which human rights law was passed in the United States:
Women’s right to vote
The famous Scopes Trial also occurred during this era. In the court battle over the truth of the origins of life, what was the name of the law that did NOT allow the teaching of evolution in public schools?
Butler Act
Who argued in the Scopes trial that teaching on evolution should be allowed in schools?
Clarence Darrow
Who argued in the scopes trial that teaching and evolutions are NOT be allowed in schools?
William Jennings Bryan
When you have an I-centered view of authority, how do you view God?
As a ruling God
When you have a God-centered view of authority, how do you view God?
As a loving God
Complete Romans 15:5 “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of…”
Unity
What are the adjectives is used in Romans 14:17… “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of ________, ___________, and ____________ in the Holy Spirit…”
Righteousness, peace, and joy
In Romans14, Paul warns against this in multiple verses?
Judging others
What action does Romans 15 describe as making us weak?
Being selfish
What actions in Romans 15 describes as making us strong?
Serving others
Romans 15 teaches that the purpose of the church is what?
To create unity
In Romans 15:4 it states that “everything that was written in the past was written for” what purpose?
To teach us
Being unable to see or understand the world from outside your own self-centered viewpoint is described in Romans as:
Living in darkness
Being aware of the grand designs and plans that God has for you beyond your selfish desire, is described in Romans as:
Living in the Armor of Light
When you acknowledge the authority of God by accepting that you are created by God, uniquely gifted by God, called by God, and need the saving grace of Jesus Christ to overcome your self-centeredness you are:
Loving yourself
This practical perspective provides a clear purpose on how to live under God’s guidance.
The roles of each moment
Complete Romans 14:13: “Therefore let us stop _________________ one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brothers way.”
Passing judgement on
When we don’t listen to that advice in regards to our own weakness, what emotional state are we in danger of falling in?
Manic depression
What are the ways we condemn ourselves by what we approve?
1) Result in our struggle with sin
2) leaves us double-minded
3) we are filled with doubt
Choosing to view God and authority in an I-centered manner is an act of?
Disobedience
Choosing to view God and authority in an God-centered manner is an act of?
Obedience
What is the “continuing debt” described in Romans 13 that we owe each other?
Love
When we choose to rebel against the authority that God has instituted we:
Are bring judgement on ourselves
In Romans 14, how are we to respond to people when we are involved in disputable matters?
Accept others without judgement
In Closing of the American Mind, when the author was discussing how his cousins, who were MDs and PhDs, discussed the meaning and purpose of life, what were the words he used to describe their point of view?
- superficialities
- cliches
- satire
In Closing of the American Mind, when the author was discussing how his grandparents had a deep and thoughtful view on the meaning and purpose of life, he observed it was due to their:
Biblical literacy
The author of Closing the American Mind wrote the book because he was concerned that his students were closed to:
The purpose and meaning of life
The author of Closing the American Mind observed that his students minds were closed primarily due to:
Their focus only on the “here and now”
Who was the person from history who criticize the Catholic Church due to the manner in which the religion was not following scripture?
Martin Luther
The governmental system that grew out of the manifesto written by Marx and Engels promoting the elimination of religion:
Communism
The governmental system rejected by the humanist manifesto:
Capitalism
The governmental system promoted by the humanist manifesto:
Socialism
What is the political belief system that states “the law must change as the culture of society changes?”
Sociological jurisprudence
The book within which the author observed that in America there is “a connection between religion and liberty.”
Democracy in America
The document that declared that the rights of humans come from God
Declaration of Independence
The document that used Christian concepts such as an understanding of original sin and the need to balance powers as essential to its structural formation
United States constitution
The book that influenced in the colonists in America that the natural rights of man are derived from God’s natural law
Two Treatises on Government
The humanist manifesto stated that traditional religion:
Give people false hopes
What does the humanist manifesto promote as the “needs of humanity?”
Personal satisfaction
the Ability to understand the perspective of others, So you can relate in a loving manner
empathy
A comprehensive set of truth claims that purports to paint a picture of reality
Formal worldview
A transcendent norm of behavior (what ought to be) is known as ________.
ethics
How people behave (what is) is known as their _______.
morals
Steps of Cycle of Sin: 1. 2. 3. 4.
- Follow God > 2. Get comfortable > 3. Negative consequences > 4. Repent
What are two ways God has made His existence plain to man?
Divine Nature and eternal power
What are two primary ways in which we will have credibility in the eyes of others that will allow us the oppurtunity to evangalize to them about Jesus?
Give our testimony, sharpen and apply our gifts
What does Romans, chapter 1 state that man exchanged the truth of God for?
Lies (I-centerdness)
What does Romans, chapter 1 state that man exchanged the Creator for?
Items created by man. What is worship? ( where one spends their time)
Which step (of the cycle of sin), do we have the opportunity to break free from continually repeating the cycle?
Step 2, stay comfortable
How do subcultures, stereotypical thinking, and sycophants prevent individuals from breaking free from this cycle?
The subcultures, stereotypical thinking, and sycophants are here to make people confirm and want to fit in and if people don’t have a strong foundation in their belief system where they can persevere through problems, they are going to get stuck in this
Know the instant and delayed gratification model:
initial moment of ________
________ of initial moment
Choice
Consequence
What are the three steps for an individual to take in order to achieve the purpose of this class:
Identify what you believe, research and analyze the benefits of the beliefs, and investigate and explain what you believe.
What are the two ways in which a person with an I-centered philosophy will view authority?
What I can get and what they are keeping me from getting.
what was the reason Jesus said “peace” to the disciples the first time?
They were scared of being found
What was the reason Jesus said “peace” to the discples the second time?
Their desire for revenge
Who did Jesus say that it was necessary to forgive and why did Jesus say that it was necessary to forgive them?
Those who have done wrong because Christ has already forgiven them.
Give four examples of living a life guided by the sinful nature that is outlined in Galatians 5:
Jealousy, rage, discord, idolatry, impurity, factions… etc.
Give four examples of living a life by the spirit that is outlined in Galatians 5:
Peace, joy, love, kindness, patience… etc.
What is the problem with the belief that “there is no such thing as absolute truth”?
It is a self refuting satatement
Name 16 ways of love in 1 Corinthians, chapter 13.
Patient, is not rude, does not delight in evil, trusts, kind, is not proud, rejoices on truth, hopes, does not envy, is not self-seeking, keeps no records of wrong, perseveres, does not boast, is not easily angered, protects, and never fails.
Our Father in Heaven:
Acknowledgement of God’s existence
Hallowed be His name:
Acknowledgment of God’s authority
His kingdom come
Acknowledgement of the existence and goal of heaven
His will be done
That all people have the oppurtunity to be in Heaven
On Earth
Where we are to evangalize
As it is in heaven
How we are to evangelize (in love)
Give us today, our daily bread
God’s provision for all that we need (physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually)
Forgive us our trespasses
Reminder that we are in need of forgiveness for our faults
As we forgive those who trespass against us
Since we’ve been forgiven without condemnation, we are to forgive others in the same manner
Lead us not into temptation
The temptation to be self-centered
And deliver us from the evil one
There is a real evil spirit that conspires against us
Why is the level of emotional intensity for pain/pleasure different on the 2 sides of the graph?
the initial moment is before the consequences of your actions, then your consequences reflect the actions on a larger scale because it’s the result
What has this model (gratification model) taught you regarding how to make decisions?
the small amount of pain and discomfort will be worth it in the end when my hard work pays off
The four declarations we make in Romans 6 that illustrate our desire to live for God?
Do not offer parts of your body to sin, don’t offer parts of your body as instruments to wickedness, offer parts of your body to God, offer parts of your body as instruments of righteousness
What does it mean in Romans 8, when it teaches that we are “more than a conqueror through Jesus”?
Through Jesus we have not only conquered the situation’s going on right now but also future situations to come
After Jesus taught the crowd in John 6, what was the reason that many of His disciples stopped following Him?
They had the “this is my life” mentality “who are you to tell me how to live my life”; they wanted to live for themselves
The ________ of God’s calling.
pursuit
God has ________ you to a physical life of ________. And Hid has _________ you to be able to ________.
called, service, gifted, serve
Immaturity - __________
lacking
Mature - _________________
gully complete
The rate at which you __________ is the rate at which you _________.
persevere, mature
Your proper response will allow you to ___________ with continual effort, towards your ________. This provides you with __________.
persevere, vision, feedback
1) Successful
i) Results in actions you wish to ________
Accomplish
2) Unsuccessful
i) Recognize that ______ test your _______
ii) Results in the need to ________ your actions
Trials, faith, change
____________ The negative responses to unsuccessful ___________
Depression, feedback
___________ the negative responses to successful ___________
Arrogance, feedback
The Book of James teaches you how to respond to the unsuccessful: with an attitude of ____________
Pure joy
1) ask for ______ without ______
Wisdom, doubt
2) what does _____ look like?
Doubt
i) not putting _____ your _____ in it. Which is a lack of _______
All, hope, faith
ii) what are you _______ for?
a. ______ will (faith)
b. ______ will (lack of faith) which results in ________ effort
Hoping, God’s, your, misplaced
Being caught in either negative response results in what type of life?
Double-minded, tossed to and fro, unstated in all you do
I. God’s _______
a. This is the ________ of the _______ of humans.
i. His _______ _______ is easily seen in the wonders of this world.
ii. His ______ _______ is plain to see - His Truth stands the test of time.
____. Transitional growth point
I. Wrath, A. consequence, arrogance, i. divine nature, ii. eternal power, 7
II. The result is human _______ (choosing not to retain the knowledge of God)
a. Caused by exchanging _____ for _____
b. Humans _______ the things they have created rather than the ________
_____ transitional growth point
II. Depravity,
A. truth, lies,
B. worship, Creator,
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III. God’s __________ _________
a. Is that God _______
b. Therefore, God warns us to ________
c. God reminds us that _______ is for all
d. Humans have the opportunity to ________ and accept _______ ________.
_____ transitional growth point
III. Righteous judgement, A. forgives, B. forgive, C. eternity, D. repent, Jesus Christ, 1
The Gentiles received righteousness through what?
Faith
The people of Israel did not receive righteousness, why?
They thought they could receive through works
Explain the contrasting perspectives in Romans 10:15 in regards to what is known as “beautiful”.
Loving in the Spirit- Internal: feet that bring good news of God’s Word.
External: based upon looks/ outer beauty, which results in competition
What was the class lesson taught in regards to the relationship between Liberty and equality?
They are total opposites. When Liberty goes up, equality goes down (vice versa). They are never equal or the same.
Explain the contrasting viewpoints about the correct/incorrect manner in seeking to understand God’s sovereignty as taught in Romans 9:29- “But who are you, O man, to talk back to God?”
that “you” don’t have the knowledge or understanding to question God. You can ask God why with the desire to learn. But you can’t ask why as if you were an equal to Him or to mock Him.
IV. Humans become ______ of their _____ through God’s _____.
a. Through our _____, which is a reminder from the _____ __________, we recognize when we don’t follow the law.
i. Now we understand that ____ is actually bad - we don’t want to do it.
b. By our ________ through ________
i. We now believe that the _____ is good - we begin to live in faith, trusting God.
____ transitional growth point
IV. Aware, sin, law, A. sin, Old Testament, i. sin, B. justification, faith, i. law, 6
V. As a result, humans experience _____ and ______
a. Because they are _______ to their _______
i. Humans find _____ in the moment because they have ______
ii. They make the choice to stay _________ due to their _____ in God’s promises
1. By _________ (which is striving through tough times)
2. They develop __________ (which is maturity)
3. Which leads to _______ (an excitement of what good is to come)
____ transitional growth point
V. Joy, peace, A. reconciled, Creator, i. joy, hope, ii. uncomfortable, faith, 1. persevering, 2. character, 3. hope, 4
VI. Humans purposely place themselves in _______ where they try to do ____ work.
A. They become slaves to ______, rather than slaves to ____.
B. They show their love for God by developing their ______.
C. And they show their love for others by using their _____ to do ____ work.
_____ transitional growth point
VI. Situations, God's, A. righteousness, sin, B. talents (gifts), C. talents (gifts), God's, 2
VII. Humans become aware of their ____ with ____.
A. They realize that they are ____ to do what they _____ to do.
i. They want to do ____ but end up sinning which causes frustration and confusion.
ii. Therefore, humans become aware that ____ lives in them.
iii. They ask Jesus for the gift of the ____ _____.
_____ transitional growth point
VII. Struggle, sin A. Unable, want i. Good ii. Sin iii. Holy Spirit 3
- Transition of growth:
Humans repent of their arrogance and disobedience and begin to try and become in righteous standing with God and his plan for their lives. This is where they ask Jesus Christ into their lives to save them.
- Transition of Growth
With confidence they begin to strive to live for God and do his will in love by serving others
- Transition of growth
Humans finally discovered the truth of the war contained within them. Despite their desire of wanting to do good, and despite the desire to wholeheartedly serve God, they are unable to do so. They become aware of the sin living in them and that they need to be rescued from this “wretched condition” because they are unable to do so on their own. That is when they ask the Holy Spirit into their lives to conquer son.
- Transition of growth
Humans begin to see that even in The Times of most turmoil, God is still in control - is still the place to find all the answers. Their maturity begins to grow significantly
- Transition of growth
Humans become deluded into thinking that they are actually powerful, meaningful, and special because of who they are - until……. they fail and become lonely and/or depressed - realizing they are living a life without meaning
- Transition of growth
Humans begin to realize the safety, security, and ultimate purpose they have in life - when they live for God rather than themselves
- Transition of growth
God allows humans to be in control of their own life despite the overwhelming evidence that humans don’t have the ability (emotional/intellectual) to be in control
Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart
Statement that illustrates the Psalmist’s foundation
But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold
The verse that describes the psalmist doubting his faith
For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. They have no struggles their bodies are healthy and strong. They are free from the burdens common to man they are not plagued by human ills.
The verse that describes all that the samas sees around him and thus caused this struggle with his faith
Therefore pride is their necklace
The verse that describes how the self centered glorify themselves by displaying the awards and achievements of their life
They clothe themselves with violence
the verse that illustrates how the self centered seek out victories over others to be the winners and exalt themselves over the losers
From their callous hearts comes in equity the evil conceits of their minds know no limits
The verse that illustrates how the self centered don’t even consider God or others in when they go about planning the actions, words, and behaviors of their life
they scoff, and speak with malice in their arrogance they threaten oppression
The verse that illustrates how self centered people bully others into believing that they will neither take away what they value or exclude them from a oppurtunity to prosper
Their mouths lay claim to heaven, and their tongues take possession of the Earth
The verse that illustrates how the selfish believe that the world is theirs and their accomplishments are to be admired as though theyre a god
therefore their people turn to them and drink up waters in abundance
The verse that illustrates how others begin to follow the selfish as sycophants hoping to discover and copy why they’ve been successful on Earth
They say “how can God know? does the most high have knowledge?”
Verse that shows how the self centered have a mocking and dismissive attitude towards God
This is what the wicked are like– always carefree, they increase in wealth
The verse that illustrates how self centered individuals truly care only about themselves
Early in vain have I kept my heart pure in vain have I washed my hands in innocence all day long I have been plagued I have been punished every morning if I had said I will speak thus I would have betrayed your children
The verse that describes the psalmist’s inner struggles and thinking that his effort at loving God and loving others has been a waste of time
When I tried to understand all this, it was oppressive to me
Verse that describes the psalmist’s emotions when trying to make sense of what he sees
I entered the sanctuary of God then I understood their final destiny
The verse that describes where the psalmist found peace
Will you place them on silvery ground you cast them down to ruin how suddenly are they destroyed, completely swept away by terrors as a dream when one awakes, so when you arise, O Lord, you will despise them as fantasies
The verse that shows the consequence of those who live only for the benefits of the physical world
My heart was grieved in my spirit and bettered I was senseless and ignorant I was a brute beast before you yet I am always with you you hold me by my right hand you guide me with your counsel and afterward you take Me into glory whom have I in heaven but you and Earth has nothing I desire besides you my flesh and my heart may fail but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever
Verse that shows the consequence of those who follow God
What are the 6 ways to show sincere love, as described in Romans 12:9-11?
Do not pay wrong for wrong, do not be conceited, do not be proud, love what is good, hate what is evil, be zealous for God and love
What 3 examples do the writers of the humanist manifesto use as examples of “advancements” of humanity in order to conclude that a “new statement” is required about the “means and purposes of religion.”
Man’s advanced understanding of the universe, man’s scientific achievements, man’s deeper appreciation brotherhood
What are the 2 primary reasons that the humanist manifesto has found an acceptable audience and Western civilization?
The inherent desire to not be under organized religion, not have that authority; the inherent desire for original sin
What are the 2 primary ways that the humanist manifesto States that humans will face the crisis and problems of life?
Custom of education, support of needs
What are the ways that the humanist manifesto States that humans will no longer face the crisis and problems of life?
no unreal hopes, no sentimental hope, no wishful thinking
What are the 2 ways that the United States constitution protected citizens in regards to religion?
The government can’t establish a religion on others, you can’t establish a religion on the government
What is significant about the founding educational purpose of collegiate institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, etc. and the private boarding high schools such as Groton.
The teaching of the truth of God
What makes the humanist manifesto religious document?
it has set principles and values that an individual must adhere to by faith
What is significant about Romans 13:11 “And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now then when we first believed.”
Because once you’ve accepted the truth, you do not want to return to the darkness
In Romans 16 Paul urges us to watch out for people who promote acting contrary to the teaching you have learned - what two manners do people promote this?
Cause divisions, putting obstacles in your way
When you view God in an I-centered manner, you view God and the authorities over in which two manners?
They are able to give me what I want, they are preventing me from what I want
What two facts regarding a critic’s criticism make it seem like their criticism is valid?
There is an obvious problem, their solution won’t be tested
In Roman 16, Paul warns of what 2 methods that people use when deceiving the minds of the naĂŻve?
Smooth talk, flattery
Paul States in Romans 14:23 that “the man who has doubts is condemned if he eat, because his eating is not from faith” What is he doubting? What is he eating?
Doubting: Is faith in God, his faith to love God and love others
Eating: The self centered philosophy of the world
What 2 ways do you please yourself when not bearing with the failings of the weak?
You think you’re better than them, you prey on taking advantage of them
What two manners are we to accomplish the goal of the purpose of the church?
Encouragment, endurance
When we focus on leading others to an understanding of the Kingdom of God, we make every effort for them to experience:
Peace, mutual edification
What is the 3 step process that we all go through upon trusting God’s teaching that he has blessed us with irrevocable gifts
Identify our gifts, sharpen our gifts, apply those gifts and needs of the age
