Quiz 4 Flashcards
What is the spiritual “law” that Paul is referencing in Romans 7?
The Old Testament law the God gave as a guide for humanity
What is the unspiritual condition that Paul states humans are in?
Sin (self-centeredness)
Why are we a slave to the law when we are a slave to sin?
Due to our sin, we are unable to follow the law (no matter how much we try
What phrase does Paul use to describe the internal situation between you and sin?
Wretched Condition
Is there an alternative to choosing between being a slave to sin or a slave to Christ?
No
What is the choice of depravity?
Choosing NOT to retain the knowledge of God
What is the simplistic manner in which humans try to understand the world?
With stereotypes
What is the name given that describes the people humans surround themselves with to support their thinking?
Sycophants
What is the place where humans often find comfort and formulate an identity?
Subculture
Give an example of such a place mentioned in the previous question.
Sports, video games, music, etc.
What is the “wretched condition” that Jesus saves humans from?
That we have a desire to do good, but we cannot due to sin ALWAYS defeating us
Why does the start of Chapter 8 conclude that “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”?
Because through the gift of the Holy Spirit we are now able to use it to connect with Jesus and defeat sin (we would have been condemned if we were able to defeat sin on our own without the death & resurrection and subsequent power of the Holy Spirit)
Why is life by the Spirit described as being “set free”?
Set free from being slaves to the power of sin
Humans who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what?
Gratifying the desires of our selfish viewpoint
Humans who live according to the Spirit have their minds set on what?
Pursuing what God has for our lives