Test 2 Flashcards
Romans 5 states that we rejoice in our suffering because:
A) suffering produces __________
B) which produces ___________
C) which results in _________
A) perseverance
B) character
C) 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
According to Romans 5, death came into the world through
Adam
According to Romans 5, life came into the world through
Christ
Why does Romans 5 use the term “death” as the condemnation of all man due to the trespass of sin?
Because living selfishly focuses solely on this physical life – which comes to an end
Why does Romans 5 use the term “life” as the justification of Jesus dying for our sins?
Because we are no longer dead in our sins, and we have been set free to live our physical life knowing the truth of eternal life
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
2. Through Jesus’ resurrection
What is the five-point 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 the parts of your body be instruments of wickedness
- Offer the parts of your body to God
- Have the parts of your body be instruments of righteousness
- Do not allow sin to reign as your master
What is significant about Romans 6:16 “Don’t you know that when you offer yourselves to someone to obey them as slaves, you are slaves to the one whom you obey – whether you are slaves to sin, which leads to death, or to obedience which leads to righteousness”?
The value is the TRUTH that these are the only two options we have. We CHOOSE to either be a slave to sin (pursuing selfishness and its desires) or slaves to Christ (pursuing 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
This 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/Lose People think that in order for them to win, someone else must lose. This type of thinking is rooted in seeking who gets the ________. The scriptural example of this was displayed in the behavior of ____________.
Credit
Jewish leaders
Win/Lose 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 lose (make them look bad), even at their own __________. (Gossip, Factions, Envy, Jealousy, Slander).
Obsessed
Expense
What is the spiritual “law” that Paul is referencing 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 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 subcultures
Sports, music, tv, video games
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
Why is Romans 8:8 a factual statement “those controlled by the sinful nature cannot please God”?
because if you are focused on yourself, you cannot see the bigger plan God has for the moments 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, and then use those gifts for the needs of the age
Why does Romans 8:15 state that 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” with 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 or complaining about
How does the Spirit help us in our weakness, especially in prayer?
The Holy Spirit provides us words, strength, understanding, etc. when we are unable to understand and/or 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 through us
What does it mean to be “more than a conqueror”?
In Christ, we have ALREADY conquered ALL situations, not only the ones we see ourselves in, but the ones we don’t even know we are going to encounter
Did the results of these statements of TRUTH by Jesus result in an increase in people following Him?
No
What two events occurred prior to Jesus addressing the crowd with these statements of TRUTH?
Jesus walking on the water & Jesus feeding the 5,000
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 to do this – what was Jesus’ response?
He made the truth claim to believe in HIM (the one who God sent)
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
Know how to draw, label and explain the model of instant vs delayed gratification
……
(The 1.__________ of God’s calling)
- Pursuit
God has 2._______ you to a physical life of 3.________. And God has 4.__________ you to be able to 5._________.
- Called
- Service
- Gifted
- Serve
Immaturity- 6.____________
- Lacking
Mature- 7.____________
- Being fully completed
The rate at which you 8.___________ is the rate at which you 9.___________
- Persevere
9. Mature
Effort:
Your proper response will allow you to 10.__________ with continual effort, towards your 11.__________. This provides you with 12.__________.
- Persevere
- Vision
- Feedback
Successful :
Results in actions you wish to 13.____________.
- Reinforce
Unsuccessful:
Recognize that 14.________ test your 15.__________
Results in the need to 16.__________ your actions
- Trials
- Faith
- Change
The book of James teaches you how to respond to the unsuccessful:
With an attitude of 17.______________
- Pure joy
Ask for 18.___________ without 19.__________
- Wisdom
19. Doubt
What does 20._________ look like?
- Doubt
Not putting 21.______ your 22.______ in it. Which is a lack of 23._______.
- All
- Hope
- Faith
What are you 24._________ for?
- _________ will (faith)
- _________ will (lack of faith) which results in 27._________ effort
- Hoping
- God’s
- Your
- Misplaced
28._____________
The negative responses to unsuccessful 29._____________
- Depression
29. Feedback
30.______________
The negative responses to successful 31.______________
- Arrogance
31. Feedback
Being caught in either negative response results in what type of life? (Described in James 1:6-8)
Double minded, tossed to and fro, unstable in all you do.
- God’s ________
A. This is the __________ of the ___________ of humans.
i. His _________ __________ is easily seen is the wonders of this world.
ii. His ________ _________ is plain to see - His Truth stands the test of time.
Transitional growth point:____________
Wrath
Consequence, arrogance
Divine nature
Eternal power
Transition of growth: God allows humans to be in control ….
- The result is human ________ (choosing not to retain the knowledge of God).
A. Caused by exchanging _______ for ______
B. Humans __________ the things they have created rather than the ___________
Transitional growth point:___________
Depravity
Truth; lies
Worship, creator
Transition of growth: humans become deluded …
- God’s ___________ ___________
A. Is that God ___________
B. Therefore, God wants us to __________
C. God reminds us that __________ is for all
D. Humans have the opportunity to _________ and accept _______ _______
Transitional growth point:___________
Righteous judgement Forgives Forgive Eternity Repent, Jesus Christ
Transition of growth: humans repent of their arrogance …
- Humans become _______ of their ____ through God’s ______
A. Through our ____, which is a reminder from the _____ __________, we recognize when we don’t follow the law
i. Now we understand that _____ is actually bad - we don’t want to do it
B. By our __________ through _______
i. We now believe that the _____ is good - we begin to live in faith, trusting God
Transitional growth point:_________
Aware, sin, law Sin, Old Testament Sin Justification, faith Law
Transition of growth: humans begin to realize the safety …
- As a result, humans experience _____ and ________
A. Because they are __________ to their _________
i. Humans find _____ in the moment because they have _______
ii. They make the choice to stay ___________ due to their ______ in God’s promises
~ by _____________ (which is striving through tough times)
~ they develop ________ (which is maturity)
~ which leads to _______ (an excitement of what good is to come)
Transitional growth point:__________
Joy, peace Reconciled, creator Joy, hope Uncomfortable, faith Persevering Character Hope
Transition of growth: humans begin to see that even in the times of most turmoil …
- Humans purposely place themselves in _____________ where they try to do God’s work
A. They become slaves to ___________ rather than _____
B. They show their love for God by developing their _______
C. And they show their love for others by using their ________ to do _____ work
Transitional growth point:________
Situations, God’s
Righteousness, sin
Gifts
Gifts, God’s
Transition of growth: with confidence …
- Humans become aware of their ________ with ______
A. They realize that they are ______ to do what they ______ to do
i. They want to do _____ but end up sinning which causes frustration and confusion
ii. Therefore, humans become aware that ______ lives in them
iii. They ask Jesus for the gift of the ______ ________
Transitional growth point:_________
Struggle, sin Unable, want Good Sin Holy Spirit
Transition of growth: humans finally discover the truth …
At which point in the outline do Humans often spin off into a subculture in order to live for themselves
Point 2
At which point in the outline is there a collision between you and reality; similar to violating the law of gravity as described in class
Point 1
At which point in the outline is the Lord’s Prayer a continual reminder of Gods provision for our lives
Point 7
At which point in the outline does our Testimony begin to grow
Point 4
At which point in the outline does an individual choose instant gratification
Point 2
At which point does the outline follow the co-operation model
Point 5
At which point does an individual choose God-centered philosophy over an I-centered philosophy
Point 3
At which point does and individual choose to stay uncomfortable
Point 5
At which point does an individual choose delayed gratification
Point 4
What is the cycle of sin
- Follow God
- People get comfortable (comfort causes sin)
- Negative results (consequences of selfishness)
- Repent (God’s forgiveness)
Which step do we have the opportunity to break free from continually repeating the cycle
Getting comfortable
How do subcultures, stereotypical thinking, and sycophants prevent individuals from brewing free from the cycle
Because they are promoting the life of comfort, learning how to conform rather than being independent/ they are living a life of selfishness
Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart
A statement that illustrates the psalmist foundation of faith
But as for me, my feet had almost slipped;I had nearly lost my foothold
The verse that describes the psalmist doubting his faith
For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. They have no struggles; their bodies are healthy and strong. They are free from the burdens common to man; they are not plagued by human ills.
The verse that describes all that the palmist sees around him and thus causing this struggle with his faith
Therefore pride is their necklace
The verse that describes how the self centered glorify themselves by displaying awards and achievements of their life
They clothe themselves with violence
The verse that illustrates how the self centered seek out victories over others to be the winners and exalt themselves over the losers
From their callous hearts comes iniquity; the evil conceits of their minds know no limits
The verse that illustrates how the self centered don’t even consider God or others when they go about planning the actions, words, and behaviors of their life
They scoff and speak with malice in their arrogance they threaten oppression
The verse that illustrates how self centered people bully other into believing that they will either take away what they value or exclude them from an opportunity to prosper
Their mouths lay claim to heaven, and their tongues take possession of the earth
The verse that illustrates how the selfish believe that the world is theirs and their accomplishments are to be admired as though they’re a God
Therefore their people turn to them and drink up waters in abundance
The verse that illustrates how others begin to follow the selfish as sycophants hoping to discover and copy why they’ve been successful on earth
They say “How can God know? Does the most High have knowledge?”
The verse that shows how the self centered have a mocking and dismissive attitude towards God
This is what the wicked are like - always carefree, they increase in wealth
The verse that illustrates how self centered individuals truly care about only themselves
Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure; in vain have I washed my hands in innocence. All day long I have been plagued; I have been punished every morning. If I had said “I will speak thus” I would have betrayed your children
The verse that describes the psalmist inner struggles in thinking that his effort at loving God and loving others has been a waste if time
When I tried to understand all this,not was oppressive to me
the verse that describes the psalmist so emotions when trying to make sense of what he sees
Till I entered the sanctuary or God then I understood their final destiny
The he verse that describes where the psalmist found peace
Surely you place them on slippery ground ; you cast them down to ruin. How,suddenly are they destroyed, completely swept away by terrors! As a dream when one awakes, so when you arise, O Lord, you will despise them as fantasies
The verse that shows the consequence of those who live only for the benefits of this physical world
When my heart was grieved and my spirit embittered, I was senseless and ignorant; I was a brute before you. Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. Who have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
The verse that shows the consequences of those who follow God.
