Multiple Choice Flashcards

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The substitutionary, atoning death of Christ was made necessary by

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  1. The sinfulness of man 2. The holiness of God 3. God’s law requiring death as punishment for sin
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From the Bible it is apparent that salvation has 3 aspects which are?

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Past, Present, Future

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What is the relation between past, present, and future salvation?

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Future salvation will only come to those who have experienced past and present salvation

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4
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Can we forfeit our present salvation and our promise of future salvation? If so, how?

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Yes, by a voluntary return to sin and unbelief

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5
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The link between past and future salvation is what?

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Continuance in present salvation

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6
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“Whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). In this last
verse, “believeth” is in the present tense, implying what?

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Continuance in belief

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7
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How do we obtain eternal salvation?

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By finding present salvation from sin in this life

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8
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How does Jesus say one must enter the Kingdom of God?

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“Ye must be born again.”

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9
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What is the kingdom of God?

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The sovereign rule of God in the universe

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10
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What aspects does the kingdom of God have?

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Present and future

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In the present tense, the kingdom of God is what?

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The rule of God in the hearts of man

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The kingdom of God also has a future aspect which is what?

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His kingdom will come physically to this earth in the 1000 year reign of Christ

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13
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Looking at Christ’s words in John 3 we find that one must be what to be apart of the kingdom of
God?

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Born again

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14
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What 2 components make up being born again?

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Being born of the water and of the Spirit

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15
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Isn’t “water” referring to natural birth? Why or why not?

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No, because there are conditions that have not been met yet.

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16
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What does the “wind” refer to in Jn. 3?

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The Spirit

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17
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What does the word “sound” refer to in Jn. 3?

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The Spirit’s voice

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18
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In short, the Lord’s words to Nicodemus tell us how to be what?

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How to be saved

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19
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The question, “How can I be saved?” has the same answer as the question:

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How can I enter into the Kingdom of God?

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20
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The answer of Jesus Himself to be saved is what?

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You must be born again of water and Spirit

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21
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Peter’s reply on the day of Pentecost was what?

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Endorsed by the other apostles

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22
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When the people asked Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Men and brethren, what shall we
do?” (Acts 2:37) the context shows, they were asking:

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How can we receive forgiveness of sins? How can we correct rejecting the messiah? Ultimately, how can we accept Jesus as our Messiah?

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23
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The essence of salvation is receiving forgiveness of sins through faith in Christ, so their question
simply meant,

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What must I do to be saved?

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24
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In our search for a biblical answer to the question of how to be saved, we must attach great
significance to this verse, why?

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Acts 2:38 It is the authoritive answer of the Apostolic Church of the question “What must I do to be saved?”

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25
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What was Paul’s Answer to the Philippian Jailer when he asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be
saved?”

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Believe on the Lord Jesus and you shall be saved

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26
Q

Why did Paul and Silas tell the jailer the path to his future salvation was through faith in the Lord
Jesus Christ.

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He wouldn’t understand the terms because he was a gentile

27
Q

What did Paul and Silas do after their initial conversation at the jail?

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They went beyond the general statement and preached the word with specificity

28
Q

The Greek word translated as believe in this passage means?

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Implies continued present belief is necessary

29
Q

The biblical definition of belief includes:

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Acceptance, Obedience, and Absolute reliance on Christ

30
Q

Comparison of the 3 Answers: The Bible uses different language in each passage which shows
what?

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The same answer in different situations, but the same answer nonetheless

31
Q

When Jesus spoke to Nicodemus He was not answering a direct question about what?

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Salvation because the Spirit was not yet given

32
Q

The situation on the Day of Pentecost was different in that Peter gave a direct answer to a direct
question about

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Salvation

33
Q

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas confronted a man who knew little if anything about God.

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They gave a general answer that he would understand

34
Q

We see from the 3 passages we studied that salvation:

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Comes only through obedience

35
Q

If we have genuine faith in Christ:

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What will we do? Repent, Be baptized, and be filled with his Spirit (be obedient)

36
Q

How do we receive present salvation from sin and future salvation from all the eternal
consequences of sin?

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Having faith, being baptized and continuing to live by faith

37
Q

What is the definition of grace?

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The unmerited favor of God towards humanity

38
Q

How did God’s grace provide for our salvation?

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By giving us both the desire and power

39
Q

How do good works and salvation relate to each other?

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Salvation leads to good works, but good works do not lead to salvation

40
Q

Which of these scriptures addresses the biblical principal involved in discussing good works and
salvation?

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Eph. 2:8-10

41
Q

Are we are freed from the Law so we may live a sinful life and still be saved?

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No

42
Q

Which Scripture speaks to this idea (see 51.)?

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Rom 6:2

43
Q

What is the relationship of faith to grace?

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People are not automatically saved by grace; grace must be appreciated by faith. It involves with what God freely extends, and our thankful reception

44
Q

What does it means to be “justified?”

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To be declared righteous by God

45
Q

What is the source of our faith?

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God alone

46
Q

When does God show us grace?

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Before, during, and after conversion

47
Q

What is the theological name for faith that precedes salvation?

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Universal Prevenient Grace

48
Q

Define this type of faith (see 57).

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The ability to have faith that God gives before salvation

49
Q

The biblical notion of faith is what?

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Total commitment, Lifelong discipleship, trust, obedience, love

50
Q

Name and explain the 3 components of genuine saving faith.

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Knowledge: Understanding what is believed
Assent: Acknowledging the truth of what is
Appropriation: Applying the truth to one’s life.

51
Q

According to 1 John 2:3-5 what is the true test for the Christian?

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Obedience

52
Q

Do the views of Paul and James agree concerning faith and works?

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Yes

53
Q

Paul says we are saved by what?

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Saving faith, not by dead works

54
Q

Does Paul say we should be against works?

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No

55
Q

James says we are saved by what?

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Living faith

56
Q

Does James say we earn salvation by works?

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No

57
Q

How does faith relate to repentance?

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Real faith includes repentance

58
Q

How does faith relate to baptism?

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It is an act of faith

59
Q

How does faith relate to the Holy Ghost?

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It brings baptism and the Spirit

60
Q

Are repentance and baptism works by which we earn salvation?

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No

61
Q

Does the Bible teach salvation is just verbally confessing Christ as Lord and savior?

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No

62
Q

Is it enough to simply mentally believe in God for salvation?

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No because even devils believe

63
Q

Define saving grace.

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Taking by obedient faith what has been offered