Unit 7&8

Question 1

Doctrine 7

Answer 1

We believe that repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit, are necessary to salvation.

Question 2

What is the definition of Repentance?

Answer 2

Repentance is the sincere determination to forsake sin and obey God.

Question 3

What are the two conditions of Salvation?

Answer 3

Repentance toward God (Ps 51:1-4)

Faith is in Jesus Christ (Romans 3:22)

Question 4

List the stages of repentance…(there are 8 ;)

Answer 4

1. Conviction of sin //Recognition of guilt Psalm 38:4//recognition that sin deserves punishment Exodus 32:33
2. Hatred of sin//rejection of sin Psalm 66:18//rejection of sins rule Psalm 119:133
3. Sorrow for sin//regrets-not just to its consequences 2 Cor. 7:10-11
4. Renunciation of sin//intention to give up sin Isaiah 55:7//act of the will, but power given by the Holy Spirit
5. Confession of sin//acknowledgement and proclamation 1 John 1:9
6. Desire for forgiveness//longing pardon Psalm 25:11
7. Submission to God//recognize powerlessness and yield to Gods power and pardon 1 Peter 4:1-6//willingness to obey 2 Chronicles 30:6-9
8. Willingness to make restitution//intention to right wrongs Luke 19:8-9

Question 5

Define Saving Faith

Answer 5

Saving faith is not just an assent to the truth of scripture, but involves a trusting acceptance of God’s grace in Christ and confidence in a pardoning God.

Question 6

What is the Greek word for Regeneration?

Answer 6

Palingenesia is from a compound word meaning “birth” and “again” and is used of spiritual regeneration.

Question 7

Define Regeneration

Answer 7

Rebirth, New Life

The change effected by the Holy Spirit in the heart of the penitent at the time of forgiveness.

The recreation into the image of God the restoration of covenant relationship , God’s original intention for humanity.

Question 8

Compare and contrast justification and Regeneration

Answer 8

Regeneration is distinct from justification but closely related to it, and the two are inseparable in our own experience.

Justification is God’s work for us, forgiveness of our sins and change of status before God. Regeneration is God’s work IN us, the gift of the indwelling Spirit.

Regeneration means that we die to our old life and come alive to Christ (Romans 6:2-4)

Question 9

Describe in detail the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church

Answer 9

At Pentecost Holy Spirit became the creator of the church through which God initiated the reign of Christ and the mission of his people.

In the ongoing life of the church the Spirit initiates and seeks to guide and sustain religious revival and spiritual renewal.

Holy Spirit:

Releases and directs new life in the church (Acts 10:44, 13:2)

Created fellowship (2 Corinthians 13:14)

He inspires sacrificial love 1 Corinthians 13:1-14)

He imparts humility (Philippians 2:1-3)

He provides believers with Spiritual gifts (Ephesians 4:7-13)

Question 10

What are the two points that Lodahl makes regarding the temptation of Jesus…

Answer 10

Regarding Jesus’ temptations in the wilderness
1) the options given to Jesus must have been appealing…
2) the options must have truly been within Jesus’ reach
In order for the covenantal possibilities of faithful obedience to be fulfilled it must be the case that Jesus could have yielded to temptation.

Question 11

Doctrine 8

Answer 11

We believe that we are justified by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself.

Question 12

How do you define the legal term of justification?

Answer 12

Declared not guilty.

Question 13

How does our HOD define justification and what scripture supports this?

Answer 13

Justification describes the act of God which changes the relationship between ourselves and Him. Although we are sinners, God declares us righteous because of our faith in Chris (Romans 3:22)

Like returning prodigals we are treated as one who has rights to the Fathers fellowship (Luke 15:17-24)

Question 14

Describe the process of justification…

Answer 14

1. Recognize ourselves as sinners before God (human element)
2. Repentance towards God-Psalm 51:4
3. Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ -Eph 1:7
4. Restored fellowship with God
5. Act of Mercy-compassion 1 Peter 1:3
6. Act of grace- undeserved Eph 2:4-5

Question 15

What are the two types of justification?

Answer 15

Imputed righteousness (Romans 3:23-25)//god now considers us righteous, Instant verdict rendered, sees us through the lens of Jesus!

Imparted righteousness//god now MAKES us righteous, continuing transformation(it’s a process friends!), possible through His in dwelling Holy Spirit!

Question 16

Discuss the details of our assurance of Salvation…

Answer 16

We believe that God has accepted us and saved us and has given us eternal life.

Holy Spirit is the seal and guarantee of our salvation and assures us of the truth of the effectiveness of the gospel message in us.

Our new life, our determination to obey God, our break with the past and our new spiritual direction are all evidence of our adoption into God’s family! (Romans 8:14-17)

Assurance does NOT mean that we may never be troubled by doubt or that we will always be aware of the work of the spirit within us.

Our confidence is not based on changing moods or feelings, but on the word of God!

Question 17

Define dikaiosune…

Answer 17

The Greek word which is translated as righteousness.

Question 18

Define dikaio…

Answer 18

Greek for “to justify”

Question 19

How is the doctrine of Justification consistent with the OT teachings? (3 points)

Answer 19

A. It shows that sin is universal (Psalm 14:3) but forgiveness is provided by God (Psalm 130:3,4).

B. Abraham’s belief in Gods promise to give him an heir was credited to him as righteousness (Genesis 15:6).

C. The image of a court of law as the means by which God provides for human salvation is evident in the OT (Psalm 43:1).

Question 20

What two elements are necessary for human justification according to our keeping with Arminianism?

Answer 20

Salvation is conditional on human response.

We must choose to accept the gift that is offered.

Question 21

How did John Wesley distinguish between justification and human righteousness?

Answer 21

Justification is imputed righteousness and sanctification is actually being made just and righteous.

This suggest that sanctification is the fruit of justification.

Question 22

What is the definition of adoption and what does it imply?

Answer 22

The action of God whereby he admits those born anew to the conditions and privileges of sons.

This implies- a change of nature and a change of relationship.

1 John 3:1// How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!

Question 23

How is our inheritance as adopted children of God confirmed?

Answer 23

Our inheritance is confirmed by the word//we are joint heirs of God Romans 8:17
Confirmed by every spiritual blessing in Christ//Ephesians 1:3
Confirmed by the Holy Spirit//deposit guaranteeing inheritance Ephesians 1:13-14

Question 24

What are two possible reasons someone might not have assurance of their salvation?

Answer 24

Some may just not realize they have it.

Some may not have fully complied with the conditions.

“The certainty of any truth is not mathematical or scientific, but experiential. I know because it has happened to me.” Baxter