Nature Of Jesus And God Flashcards
What do Christian’s believe about gods omnibenevolence and Jesus
Christian’s believe that Jesus is the ultimate expression of omnibenevolence because he was gods only son and sent as a sacrifice
What quote shows omnibenevolence in Psalm 86:15
“But you, lord, are a compassionate and gracious god. Slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness”
What story from the Bible shows gods omnipotence ?
Exodius 7:11 - god sent 10 plagues to Egypt to help free the enslaved Jews
How do Christian’s know how to be a ‘good Christian’ ?
Guidance from the 10 commandments, Jesus’ teaching e.t.c
In the book of job what 3 tasked was he faced with?
. Lose of children, slaves and livestock
. Horrible weeping sores on his body
. Impossible questions from god
Why did god ask Job impossible questions ?
To show Job how little he knows about gods ultimate plan ?
What quote shows the Greek philosopher Epicurus’ views about god ?
“Is he able but not willing? Than he is malevolent ”
What is one reason for evil and suffering existing?
. Free will
. Adam and Eves original sin
. Balance of good and evil
To which of the three persons in the trinity does the term incarnation apply?
God the son (Jesus)
Which quote proves the trinity ?
“ I and the farther are one “
Which quote shows the role of the Holy Spirit ?
Gospel of John : Jesus tells them that his will send the Holy Spirit who “ will teach you all things “
What does the Holy Spirit appear as ?
. Fire
. Wind
. Form of a dove
How does the parable of the prodigal son show god as omnibenevolent ?
Like in the parable god will accept back anyone who has sinned and seeked forgiveness
Why was Jesus’ birth miraculous ?
Because Mary became pregnant by the Holy Spirit, which means that Jesus didn’t have a human father. Jesus’ father is god.
What quote shows Gabriel’s speech to Mary about how she would become pregnant ?
“ you will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to name him Jesus.”
What does the word and the spirit refer too ?
.The word is Jesus
.The spirit is the Holy Spirit
What does incarnation mean ?
The word incarnation means ‘enfleshment’ and refers to the process of god becoming a human being in the form of Jesus.
What quote shows incarnation ?
“ the word (ie Jesus) became flesh and made his dwelling among us “
Why is Jesus offer referred to as the lamb of God ?
Because much like a lamb, Jesus was sacrificed to make up for peoples sins.
What does atonement mean?
Atonement- the reconciliation of god and humankind through Jesus dying on the cross to mend the rift between people and god
What does Salvation mean ?
Salvation- the healing of a broken relationship between people and god
What do Christian’s believe about the prophet Isaiah ?
Christian’s teach that the prophet Isaiah, who was an Old Testament writer, predicted the coming of Jesus
What quote shows how the prophet Isaiah predicted the coming of Jesus ?
“ the punishment that brought us peace was with him, and by his wounds we are healed”
Who was Simon of Cyrene ?
He was the man who was forced to carry Jesus’ cross for him
What is the Eucharist ?
A service celebrating the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Using elements of bread and wine
What do Christian’s call the day Jesus died in the cross ?
Good Friday
What did the soldiers say when mocking Jesus ?
“ hail the king of the Jews “
What did Jesus cry out loud before he died on the cross ?
“Eli, Eli, Lema sabachthani.” Which means ‘ my god, my god, why have your forsaken me?’
