Beliefs about God Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
how do Christians describe God
A
- omnipotent (all powerful)
- omnipresent (everywhere)
- omniscient ( all knowing)
- omnibenevolent (all loving)
2
Q
what do Christians believe about God
A
he created everything and is involved with the world in a mysterious way
3
Q
what is revelation
A
God revealing or showing himself to people, this is how we know about God
4
Q
What is an example of Gods omnipotence
A
When the pharaoh refused to let the Jews leave, god sent a series of plagues onto the Egyptians and parted the red sea to let the Jews cross
5
Q
What is an example of Gods omnibenevolence
A
God sacrificed his only son for our sins
6
Q
What is the paradox of Evil and suffering
A
- If god is all powerful but chooses not to stop evil and suffering than he is evil
- If he cant prevent evil than he is not all powerful
7
Q
What is a justification of evil and suffering coexisting with god
A
- each person has free will
- suffering is a test of faith
- suffering can be a result of sin
8
Q
What does the trinity consist of
A
- the father
- the Son, Jesus Christ
- Holy spirit
9
Q
what is incarnation
A
God revealing himself in human form
