Quiz 6 – Romans 9 & 10; Old Testament Leadership Lessons Flashcards
When your goal is to please God, you have faith in the ____
acceptance of the consequences (even if/when they make you uncomfortable)
According to Romans 9:16 God’s justice “does not depend on man’s desire or effort, but on ____”
God’s mercy
What is the teaching in Romans 9 when referencing Pharaoh followed by Romans 9:20 “But who are you, O man, to talk back to God”? ____________
a.
b.
That “you” do not have the wisdom or knowledge to comprehend the reasons why God hardens Pharaoh’s heart or any part of His creation – there are two contrasting attitudes/perspectives to understand:
a. Asking God why with a desire to learn (positive)
b. Talking back to God as if your point of view is righteous (negative)
What is the stumbling stone? ____
The belief that we can praise God or earn God’s praise through our efforts (or works)
The Gentiles received righteousness through what? ________
Faith
The people of Israel did not receive righteousness, why? _______
Because they tried to gain it through works
What is the definition of sovereignty? ______
Freedom from external control
Why was Pharaoh given has an example of God’s sovereignty? __________
Because God has the freedom to choose what to do with His creation and all that He created
Why do Christians have a unique understanding of sovereignty?__________
Because a Christian understands that in order to be FREE from the external control of sin (selfishness), we have to willingly GIVE UP our freedom of choosing to be selfish and be obedient to God
What was the class lesson taught in regards to the relationship between liberty and equality? ______
a.
b.
Liberty and Equality cannot be experienced together; they are OPPOSITE FORCES
a. As the liberty (freedom people have to do what they want) rises, the equality of everyone’s condition falls (because some will benefit from their freedom that others won’t be able to benefit from).
b. As the equality of the condition of people rises, the liberty of people to whatever they want decreases due to having to conform to the rules that apply to all.
What was the name of the nation that conquered Daniel’s people?
Babylon
What was the name of the king when Daniel’s people were conquered?
Nebuchadnezzar
What was the name of the king who made Daniel the 3rd highest ruler in the land?
Belshazzar
What decree did the administrators and satraps make to the king to lessen Daniel’s power?
That no one could worship any God or man - they could only worship the king
How long was the decreased last?
30 days
What was the name of the king who placed Daniel in the lion’s den?
Darius
Did that king want Daniel to suffer death from the lions?
no
How did the king respond in regards to Daniel’s faith?
He made a new decree in which he stated that his people were to have fear and reverence for Daniel’s God