Test Yourself Ch 13

Question 1

Which of the following was a central reason for the development of a Constitution and Bylaws for the AG?

Answer 1

d) The founders sought to avoid too much organization, but also recognized that lack of organization could destroy the Fellowship’s potential.

Question 2

The Constitution and Bylaws of the AG are referred to by which technical term?

Answer 2

b) Governing Instruments

Question 3

Which statement best describes the distinction between the Constitution and Bylaws?

Answer 3

d) The constitution functions as an official description of the organization.

Question 4

Two religious rites are specifically commanded by Jesus. These are referred to as:

Answer 4

b) ordinances

Question 5

Which of the following is accepted as outward evidence of salvation?

Answer 5

b) A life of righteousness and holiness

Question 6

Which of the following is a fundamental reason-for-being of the church?

Answer 6

d) To be a corporate body in which believers can worship God together

Question 7

Which of the following most accurately describes the membership of the General Council?

Answer 7

c) Churches and ministers that are appropriately recognized by the General Council

Question 8

Which of the following would be part of the General Presbytery?

Answer 8

b) The district superintendents and two additional individuals elected by each district council

Question 9

The Constitution creates the district councils for what purpose?

Answer 9

c) To administer the affairs and interests of churches and ministers

Question 10

Which of the following would be considered as an “ecclesial” function of a district council?

Answer 10

a) Reviewing the qualifications of an assembly for affiliation with the district