Section 2 - Multiple Choice (b) Flashcards
If we have genuine faith in Christ…
- We will repent of our sins
- Be baptized in His name
- Receive His Spirit
- Continue to live a holy, Christian life by faith
How do we receive present salvation from sin and future salvation from all the eternal consequences of sin?
- Repent of our sins
- Be baptized in His name
- Receive His Spirit
- Continue to live a holy, Christian life by faith
What is the definition of grace?
The unmerited favor of God towards humanity
How did God’s grace provide for our salvation?
Giving us the DESIRE and POWER to be saved
How do good works and salvation relate to each other?
Salvation leads to good works but good works do not lead to salvation
Which of these Scriptures addresses the biblical principle involved in discussing good works and salvation?
Ephesians 2:8-10
Are we freed from the law so we may live a sinful life and still be saved?
No - Scripture rejects this
Which Scripture speaks to the idea of once saved always saved (see the previous question)?
Romans 6:2
What is the relationship of grace to faith?
- People are not automatically saved by grace
- Grace must be appropriated by faith
- It involves what God freely extends and our thankful reception
What does it mean to be “justified”?
to be declared righteous by God
What is the source of our faith?
God alone
When does God show us grace?
Before, during, and after salvation
What is the theological name for faith that precedes salvation?
Universal prevenient grace
Describe universal prevenient grace (the type of faith in previous question)?
the ability to have faith that God gives, before salvation
The biblical notion of faith is what?
- total commitment
- lifelong discipleship
- trust
- obedience
- love
- *All of these can be translated from the Greek word for faith**
Name and explain the 3 components of genuine saving faith
- knowledge
- assent
- appropriation
According to 1 John 2:3-5, what is the true test for a Christian?
Obedience
Do the views of Paul and James agree concerning faith and works?
Yes
Paul says we are saved by what?
- saving faith (total trust and reliance on God)
- not by dead works (works trying to earn salvation)
Paul says we should be against good works (T/F)
False
James says we are saved by what two things?
- Living faith
- Living works
Does James say we are saved by works?
No
How does faith relate to repentance?
Real faith includes repentance
How does faith relate to baptism?
Baptism is an act of faith
How does faith relate to the Holy Ghost?
saving faith brings the baptism of the Spirit
Are repentance and baptism works by which we earn salvation?
No, they are simply means by which we take what God freely extends
Does the Bible teach salvation is just verbally confessing Christ as Lord and Savior?
No
Is it enough to simply mentally believe in God for salvation?
No
Define saving grace
taking by obedient faith that which has been offered
