Test 2 Flashcards
Romans 5, states that we should rejoice in our suffering because…
- suffering produces perseverance
- which produces character
- which results in hope
What does just the right time mean in Romans 5:6?
When we are saved from our sin it is always the right time to live for God
Who did death come in the world through?
Adam
Who did life come into the world through?
Christ
Why does Romans 5 use the word death as the condemnation of all man due to the grass pass of sin?
Be used living selfishly focuses solely physical life which comes to an end
Why does Romans 5 use he term life as the justification of Jesus dying for our sins?
Because we are no long are dead in our sins and we have been set free to live our physical life knowing the truth of eternity
Romans 5 concludes that the law was added so that _ would increase. And when that increases, _ increases all the more.
Sin
Grace
Romans 6 states that we are united with Jesus in what two ways?
Through Jesus death
Through Jesus resurrection
What is the five part guideline that is provided in Romans 6 to illustrate how we are dead to sin and alive in Christ?
- do not offer the parts of your body to sin
- do not have parts of your body be instruments of wickedness
- offer the parts of your body to God
- have parts of your body be instruments of righteousness
- do not allow sin the reign as your master
What is significant about Romans 6:16 “slaves to sin which leads to death, or obedience which leads to righteousness” ?
The value is the truth that these are the only options we have. We choose to either be a slave to sin (perusing selfishness and its desires) or slaves to Christ (perusing a relationship with Christ through prayer and God’s word
The wages of sin is _.
Death
The gift of God is _.
Eternal life
Win/win people seek _ _ in all human interactions.
Mutual benefit
Win/win people display _ based behavior.
Principle
His behavior is seen in the _ model where we are all loved, all sinful, all gifted, all called, to meet the needs of the age.
Co-operation
Leadership style- understand who will take the lead based upon the talent/call of the moment, the scriptural example of this was displayed in the behavior of _.
John the Baptist
The other three outcomes are _ based models which reflect a _ philosophy.
Competitive
Self centered
Win/loose people think that in order for them to win, someone else must loose. This type of thinking is rooted in seeking who gets the _. The spiritual example of this was displayed in the behavior of _.
Credit
Jewish leaders
Win/loose people have a leadership style that is _ (other people are _- used to perform the task you want done.)
Authoritarian
Tools
Win/lose people hurt _, because if both people aren’t winning, both are losing.
Relationships
Lose/win people are considered _.
Doormats
Lose/win people seek strength from popularity based on _.
Acceptance
Lose win people have a leadership style of _.
People pleasing (sycophants)
Lose/lose people become _ with making the other person (make them look bad), even at their own _.
Obsessed
Expense
What is the spiritual law that Paul is referencing to in Romans 7?
The Old Testament law that 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 sin we are unable to follow the law
What phrase does Paul state humans are in?
Wretched condition
What is the choice of depravity?
Not choosing to retain the knowledge of God
What is the simplest 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 humans often find comfort and formulate an identity?
Subculture
What is the wretched condition Jesus saves humans from?
We have a desire to do good but we can’t because sin always defeats us
Why does e 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 without the death and 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 view points
Humans who live according to the spirit have their minds set on what?
Perusing what God has for our lives
Why is Romans 8:8 a factual statement “those who are controlled by the sinful nature cannot please God.”?
Because if you are focused on yourself you cannot see the bigger plans God has for the moment of your life
What is the obligation in Romans 8:12 “therefore brothers we have an obligation…”?
We have the responsibility to identify our gifts, then sharpen those gifts then use those gifts for the needs of the age
Why does Romans 8:15 state that the living by the sinful nature will result in having a spirit of fear?
We will be in constant competition/comparison with ourselves and others which results in fear of not measuring up or being knocked down
Why does Romans 8:17 describe us as co-heirs of Jesus?
As children of God, we are brothers and sisters of God’s son Jesus Christ
What is the significance of Romans 8:18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us”?
With eyes on eternity, any given struggle or problem isn’t worth worrying about or complaining about
How does the spirit help us in our weakness especially in prayer?
The Holy Spirit provides us words, strength, understanding, when we are unable to understand and express what we are going through
Explain why we are placing our hope in the glory of God?
Because no matter what the circumstances may be we have faith that God knows the way all we need to do is seek him and allow his wisdom to work though us
What does it mean to be more than a conqueror?
In Christ we have already conquered all situations not only in the ones we see ourselves, but the ones we don’t even know we are going to encounter
Did the results of his teaching of truth result in people following him?
No
What two events occurred prior to Jesus addressing the crowd with the statements of truth?
Jesus walking on water and Jesus feeding the five thousand
Jesus’ first statement of TRUTH was to communicate to the crowd “do not work for food that spoils but for food that endures” – what was the teaching Jesus was giving to them?
Instead of focusing about the physical needs being met through the miracle of feeding 5,000 – Jesus was teaching them that focusing upon Him will fulfill their spiritual needs
When those in the crowd wanted to know how Jesus did this what was his response?
He made the truth claim to believe in him
When the crowd wanted a miraculous sign as evidence for Jesus’ response, how did Jesus use the Old Testament story of manna and Moses to give them an answer?
The miracle of manna (bread) falling from the sky to feed the Jews in the desert met a physical need – Jesus is reiterating that HE is the “Bread of Life” that will fulfill their spiritual needs into eternity
When the crowd responded with a desire for what Jesus stated, what did Jesus specifically teach regarding how to receive what they desired?
That God’s desire was for ALL to receive eternity – and they would have this through HIM
When the crowd grumbled about this response, how did Jesus rebuke them?
He rebuked them (because they should be seeking for the coming of the Messiah, not having their desires fulfilled
After Jesus’ rebuke, the crowd began to act in what manner?
They began to “argue sharply among themselves”
In response to the crowd’s behavior, Jesus said the TRUTH is that in order to have “life” the people needed to eat of his flesh and drink his blood – what does He mean by this?
so He gave them the teaching that His flesh/blood was the sustenance of everlasting life
What was the behavior displayed in the crowd’s response to this teaching?
They were offended
Why did the crowd respond this way?
Because of a belief that “it’s MY LIFE” / “who are you to tell me how to live MY life”
When Jesus’ acknowledged that God will enable those to seek Him, what is the manner in which individuals will be enabled?
They will know the power of the Holy Spirit
