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What are the three characteristics of God?

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Omnipotence, benevolence, just

Omnipotence refers to God’s all-powerful nature, benevolence indicates God’s loving nature, and just signifies God’s fairness.

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What does omnipotence mean?

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All powerful

It is the belief that God can do anything.

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What is a quote that supports the belief in God’s omnipotence?

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“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth”

This quote illustrates God’s power in creation.

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What does benevolence mean in the context of God?

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Loving of all humans and creation

It emphasizes God’s caring nature.

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What is a quote that supports the belief in God’s benevolence?

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“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son”

This quote highlights God’s love for humanity.

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What does it mean for God to be just?

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Fair and treats everyone with equal respect

It reflects God’s impartiality and righteousness.

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What is a quote that supports the belief in God’s justice?

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“For he has set a day where he will judge the world with justice”

This quote underscores God’s commitment to fairness.

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What is the problem of evil and suffering?

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A contradiction to the nature of God regarding benevolence and omnipotence

It questions why an all-powerful and loving God would allow evil and suffering.

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What is one Christian response to the problem of evil and suffering?

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God gave us free will

This means humans create evil and suffering through their choices.

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How can suffering be viewed according to Christian beliefs?

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As a test

Following Christian teachings can help one pass the test of suffering.

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What is one way that suffering can build character?

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By showing compassion to others

This can help individuals grow closer to God.

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What is the concept of the Trinity?

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God is one, but exists as three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit

This doctrine explains the nature of God in Christianity.

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What are the three persons of the Trinity?

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  • The Father
  • The Son
  • The Holy Spirit

Each person represents a distinct aspect of God’s nature.

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What is the role of the Father in the Trinity?

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Omnipotent creator who is omnipresent, omniscient, and benevolent

This reflects God’s all-encompassing nature.

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Who is the Son in the Trinity?

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Jesus, the human incarnation of God

He was sent to save humans from their sins.

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What is the Holy Spirit in the context of the Trinity?

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God present with us today, guiding us

The Holy Spirit is often seen as a source of inspiration and comfort.

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What does the Bible say about the Trinity?

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The Trinity is not explicitly mentioned but all three persons are present at Jesus’ baptism

This event illustrates the concept of the Trinity.

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How is creation described in the Book of Genesis?

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Made up of seven days of creation

Each day corresponds to a specific act of creation.

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What was created on Day 1 of Genesis?

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Light and darkness

This marks the beginning of creation.

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What was created on Day 2 of Genesis?

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The sky

This separates the waters above from the waters below.

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What was created on Day 3 of Genesis?

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Land, sea, and plants

This establishes the earth’s physical structure.

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What was created on Day 4 of Genesis?

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The sun, moon, and stars

This provides light for day and night.

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What was created on Day 5 of Genesis?

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Fish, sea creatures, and birds

This fills the waters and skies with life.

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What was created on Day 6 of Genesis?

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Humans and animals

This completes the creation of living beings.

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What happened on Day 7 of Genesis?
God rests ## Footnote This signifies the completion of creation.
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What are the two beliefs about the account of creation?
* Literal creation * Theistic creation ## Footnote These beliefs differ on how the creation narrative is interpreted.
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What does literal creation assert?
The universe was made in 6 days by God and he rested on the 7th ## Footnote Some believe the days are metaphorical stages.
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What is theistic creation?
Creation started with a big bang and was guided by God ## Footnote This view incorporates both science and biblical evidence.
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What is the estimated age of the universe according to theistic creation?
Approximately 13.8 billion years ago ## Footnote This contrasts with the literal creation's estimate of around 6000 years.
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What does the term 'atheist' mean?
To not believe in a god ## Footnote Atheism is the absence of belief in deities.
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What does the term 'theist' mean?
To believe in God ## Footnote Theism encompasses a belief in one or more deities.
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What does omniscient mean?
All knowing ## Footnote It refers to God's complete knowledge.
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What does omnipresent mean?
Everywhere ## Footnote It indicates God's presence in all places.
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What is the definition of creation?
The making of the earth and the universe and how it occurred ## Footnote It encompasses various beliefs about the origins of existence.
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What does 'just' mean in the context of God?
To be fair and treat equally ## Footnote This reflects a foundational aspect of God's nature.
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What is the significance of God's characteristics in relation to the problem of evil?
They create a contradiction regarding why evil exists if God is benevolent and omnipotent ## Footnote This contradiction prompts theological discussions and responses.
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What does the Bible reference regarding the afterlife?
It references multiple interpretations of what occurs after death
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What is the common belief among Christians about life after death?
Resurrection in another life form and eternal life with God or separate from God
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Complete the quote: 'for God so loved his only son, that whoever believes in him, shall live an _______.
eternal life
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What do some Christians believe about resurrection?
Some believe in full-body resurrection, others that only the soul carries on
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Who said, 'I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.'?
Jesus
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What does the parable of the sheep and the goats illustrate?
It illustrates the separation of those who do good (sheep) and those who do not (goats)
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What do the sheep represent in the parable of the sheep and the goats?
Heaven
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What do the goats represent in the parable of the sheep and the goats?
Hell
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What is the belief regarding actions leading to heaven or hell?
Actions throughout life lead to eternal life with God (joy) or without God (unhappiness)
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Name some actions that determine whether one goes to heaven.
* Anger * Rage * Malice * Slander * Filthy language
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What are the 10 commandments used for in Christian belief?
They serve as guidance towards God and heaven
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How do some Christians interpret sins in relation to hell?
Some believe committing sins leads to hell, others view them as guidance toward better behavior
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What is one belief about heaven among Christians?
Some believe it is a literal place, others believe it is simply being with God for eternity
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Complete the quote: 'he will wipe every _______ from their eye.'
tear
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What is a common belief about hell?
It is a blazing and burning place of suffering
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Complete the quote regarding hell: 'throw them into the blazing furnace, where they will be _______.'
weeping
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How do some Christians interpret the concept of hell?
Some take it literally, others metaphorically, as separation from God
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How do beliefs about the afterlife guide Christians?
They encourage better behavior to live a joyful eternal life with God
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What does the parable of the sheep and the goat teach Christians?
To act carefully and well as they only have one chance to live a good or bad life
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What will God judge Christians based on?
Their actions and their faith
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What is the first key stage of Jesus' life?
Incarnation ## Footnote The incarnation refers to the birth of Jesus.
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Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem ## Footnote Jesus was born through the virgin Mary.
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What significant aspect of Jesus' birth is highlighted?
Miracle of being birthed without conception ## Footnote This emphasizes that Jesus is the son of God and part of the Trinity.
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Which books of the Bible describe the story of Jesus' incarnation?
Matthew and Luke
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At what age was Jesus baptized?
30 years ## Footnote Jesus was baptized in the river Jordan by his cousin.
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What was said from the sky during Jesus' baptism?
"You are my son" ## Footnote This declaration affirms Jesus as the son of God.
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What activities did Jesus engage in after his baptism?
Performing miracles and teaching parables ## Footnote Examples include resurrections and healing people.
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What do the parables teach?
How to behave ## Footnote Examples include the Good Samaritan and Sheep and the Goats.
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What is known as the Holy Week in Jesus' life?
The final week before his crucifixion
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What event occurs on Palm Sunday?
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey
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What significant event occurs during the Last Supper?
Jesus tells his disciples he will die ## Footnote He instructs them to remember his body with bread and his blood with wine.
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Where was Jesus arrested?
Garden of Gethsemane
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What happened on Good Friday?
Jesus is sentenced to death by crucifixion
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With whom was Jesus crucified?
Two criminals
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What did Jesus say while on the cross?
"Forgive them father, they know not what they have done" ## Footnote This statement reflects God's benevolence.
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What does the crucifixion represent?
God's sacrifice ## Footnote Jesus sacrificed himself for the sins of humans.
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How many days after Jesus' death did he rise?
3 days
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What did the woman find when she rolled open the tomb?
Did not find the body of Jesus
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What does the resurrection prove?
There is life after death
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How many days after the resurrection did Jesus ascend?
40 days
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What did Jesus command during the Great Commission?
Go make disciples of all nations, baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
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What does the ascension teach Christians?
Jesus was fully God and returned to God in heaven
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What does the Great Commission instruct Christians to do?
Spread the gospel
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what is sin
choosing to disobey Gods rules
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Why do humans sin, according to Christians?
because God gave them free will
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What are examples of God's rules?
The Ten Commandments and Jesus' teachings to love God and others.
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What is original sin?
The first sin by Adam and Eve, passed to all humans, when they ate a forbidden apple
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What was the consequence of original sin?
Suffering entered the world; humans became separated from God.
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how can original sin be removed
baptism
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What is personal sin?
sinning through personal choice and actions
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Why is salvation necessary?
Because sin separates humans from God.
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What is salvation?
Being saved from sin and reunited with God.
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What is repentance?
Asking God for forgiveness with sincere regret.
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How does confession help with salvation?
Catholics confess sins to a priest, who offers God’s forgiveness.
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What is salvation through works?
Earning salvation by doing good and obeying God.
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What is salvation through grace?
Being saved by God’s love, not by actions.
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Why is salvation through grace possible?
Because Jesus died to pay for sin.
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Do Christians still need to do good if saved by grace?
Yes — “Faith without deeds is dead.”
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What is the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation?
The Spirit helps Christians make good choices and understand God.
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What is atonement?
Jesus' death healing the broken relationship between humans and God.

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