TEST Flashcards
parabole comes from the greek word__
para bole
what does “para bole” mean?
putting things side by side
why did Jesus use parables?
used to explain profound, dive truths, can be remembered easily and have lots of symbolic meaning
why do God’s people suffer?
-consequence of living in a sinful, fallen world
salvation meaning?
deliverance from dangers or evil
what were the 2 things the rich man asked, and how did abraham respond?
-asked Lazarus to dip his finger in water and cool his tounge
=u recieed good things, lazarus evil things
-asked to warn bros
=they should listent o moses and prophets
a parabole is also a __
earthly story with heavenly meaning
2 Corinthians 6:2 “For he says,___
“For he says, ‘At an acceptable time I have listened to you and on a day of salvation I have helped you.’ See, now is the acceptable time; see, now is the day of salvation!”
John 16:13 “When the Spirit of truth_____
When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own, but will speak whatever he hears, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.
The Greek word “Paraklētos” translates as
Holy Spirit
Our bodies are ___________ of the Holy Spirit.
temples
The word “manifestation” in comes from the Greek word _____ meaning_____
The word “manifestation” in comes from the Greek word Phanerosis, which means making visible or observable.
Write any Four that represent the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives?
The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, righteousness, and of judgment
The Holy Spirit transforms us in the sight of God
The Holy Spirit helps us to understand and remember the word of God.
The Holy Spirit helps us to lead a godly life
The Holy Spirit is our guarantee of eternal life with God
The Holy Spirit empowers us to be witnesses for our Lord Jesus Christ.
How does the Holy Spirit manifest in our lives?
The Holy Spirit manifests in our lives in many ways, but for the ‘common good’, not for our self-glory.
The manifestations of the Holy Spirit are grouped into three categories:
Inspiration: Speaking in tongues, interpretation of tongues, prophecy
Revelations: Words of wisdom, words of knowledge, discerning of spirits
Power: Faith, working of miracles, gifts of healing
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Holy Spirit is the counsellor, comforter, helper or advocate.
Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to help, guide and comfort his disciples in our spiritual journey.
The Holy Spirit is God.
God the Father, Jesus the Son and the Holy Spirit are the three Persons of the Trinity.
The three Persons in the Godhead are distinct but equal , united in will and purpose.
Each have their own unique function in working out their eternal purpose.
Matthew 6:33 But strive first__
But strive first for the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will
be given to you as well.
What is the Kingdom of God?
It is God’s kingly authority, while rules over all time and space.
● His Kingdom embraces all people, and all of His creation too.
● God’s kingdom is not a geographical or political entity, neither is it a matter of eating and
drinking. But is of righteousness, peace and joy which the Holy Spirit gives.
Meaning of this parable “banquet”
If we, who are the chosen people of God, don’t respond to His call and obey Him, we will face the same
fate, as those who rejected the initial invitation to the wedding feast.
Luke 4:18 The Spirit of the Lord
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free.
What is the prophetic book Jesus read in the synagogue in Nazareth?
Isaiah
People wanted to see the miracles Jesus did in ____ in Nazareth as well
Capernaum