Test#3 10/6/14 Study Guide Questions Flashcards
Why do we call God “Father”?
Because He created us.
How is the Parable of the Prodigal Son an example of God the Father? Explain.
The Son(us) came back to the father(God) and the father let him come back even though he had done wrong.
How did the Incarnation change our view of God especially God the Father?
Showed us He is our Father and He loves us.
When did time begin?
At Creation
In Creation, God was not trying to tell us ______ so much as ______.
how, why
What would happen if God abandoned the universe?
We would cease to exist.
What is the relationship between Creation and Evolution? Science and Religion?
God is in control of it.
What are the Truths of the Creation Story?
- The Creation Story is true
- God created everything good
- Man was created in the image and likeness of God
- Our original parents were disobedient to God and sin entered the world
What is the significance of the 7th day?
It is the Sabbath Day.
What is spiritual and what is material?
Spiritual: God
Angels
---Humans---
Material: Animals
Plants
RocksWhat is unique about humans in Creation?
We are both spiritual and material.
What did Adam and Eve have before sin?
Free Will, all Spirit, and plenty.
What happened after sin?
Weakened Will, not all Spirit, and not plenty.
Who are the archangels and were do we see them in Scripture?
They are angels with specific names to indicate their mission. We see them in Scripture guarding the Tree of Life, East of the Garden of Eden, and at Jesus’ birth.
What was the Fall of the Angels?
It was when a hand full of angels disagreed with God, using their Free Will, and were banished. In Scripture it says 1/3 of the stars fell from Heaven.
