Test 7 Flashcards
What is the natural expectation for growth in believers?
Believers are expected to grow as they are ‘partakers of the divine nature’ and ‘born again’.
What responsibility comes with the privilege of new birth?
The responsibility of living a pure life.
What is the outcome of human zeal without divine power?
It is destined to fail.
What should a believer do to find success in growth?
Yearn to grow and look to God for help.
List three characteristics of a mature believer’s life according to Peter.
- Virtue: excellence of conduct
- Temperance: self-control
- Patience: endurance
What are two characteristics of spiritual apathy mentioned by Peter?
- Short-sighted to the point of blindness (spiritually)
- They forget what God has done for them.
What do scoffers of the Second Coming of Christ deny?
They deny supernatural intervention and are convinced of the immutability of creation.
What do scoffers do regarding truth?
They intentionally ignore and deny the truth; they are ‘willingly ignorant’ of these truths.
What are two reasons Peter gave for Christ’s delay?
- God’s timing is not on our time.
- God desires to save all people.
Why doesn’t God provide insights into the future?
To provide incentive for holy living, not to satisfy human curiosity.
What did Peter emphasize regarding faithfulness to Christ?
Staying faithful to Christ in doctrine and continued growth is the best antidote against heresy.
What two titles does Hebrews 3:1 give Christ?
Apostle and High Priest.
How does Christ compare to Moses?
Christ is better than Moses because He served as a son in His own house, while Moses served as a servant in the Father’s house.
What warning is given to readers regarding their faith?
Readers should examine themselves as it is possible to appear Christian outwardly while being unconverted, leading to eventual departure.
Has the priesthood established in the Law been discontinued?
No, it is being fulfilled by Christ in Heaven under a better covenant.
What qualifications did Christ satisfy for the Priesthood?
All of them.
How did Christ relate to human suffering?
He became familiar with human suffering in every way and is able to comfort us in our suffering and struggle.
What three titles did Melchizedek possess?
King of Righteousness, High Priest, King of Salem
What is unique about Melchizedek’s priesthood?
It is independent, uninterrupted, and without successor, similar to the priesthood of Christ.
