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How is the Bible divided up into sections?
The Old Testament (OT) – This includes the Hebrew Scriptures and covers the history, law, poetry, and prophecy of the Hebrew people.
It is divided into:
The Torah (Law): Genesis to Deuteronomy
The Historical Books: Joshua to Esther
The Wisdom Books: Job to Song of Solomon
The Prophetic Books: Isaiah to Malachi
The New Testament (NT) – This includes the Christian Scriptures and focuses on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and the early Church.
It is divided into:
The Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
The Acts of the Apostles: Acts
The Epistles (Letters): Romans to Jude
The Revelation: The book of Revelation
What does Canon mean?
Canon refers to the official list of books that are considered authoritative and divinely inspired as part of the Bible. The term comes from the Greek word kanon, meaning “rule” or “measuring stick.” The Canon of the Bible is the collection of books deemed to be sacred and of divine origin.
What were the steps by which the OT canon was established?
Recognition – The books were recognized by Jewish leaders as inspired by God. They were accepted based on their divine authority, teaching, and use in worship.
Acceptance – Over time, Jewish communities accepted certain books, and these became widely acknowledged as sacred.
Closure – By the end of the 1st century AD, the canon of the Hebrew Scriptures was essentially closed, with most Jewish communities agreeing on the same set of books.
How was the NT canon established?
Apostolic Authorship – Books were accepted based on their connection to the apostles or those directly associated with them (like Mark and Luke).
Orthodoxy – The books had to be in line with the essential teachings of the Christian faith.
Universal Acceptance – The books were widely recognized and accepted in churches across the Roman Empire.
Use in Worship – Books that were used in Christian worship and teaching were more likely to be included.
Formal Recognition – Councils like the Council of Carthage (397 AD) and the Council of Hippo (393 AD) formally recognized the NT canon.
What is the definition of the Canonization Model?
The Canonization Model refers to the process by which books of the Bible were recognized and accepted as authoritative and inspired by God. It involves the recognition of divinely inspired texts and the formation of an official list (canon) of those texts.
What are the three components of the Canonization model?
Inspiration – The belief that the books were divinely inspired by God.
Recognition – The acknowledgment by the community that certain books were authoritative and aligned with God’s will.
Collection – The process by which these recognized books were gathered into a cohesive, authoritative canon.
What are the five stages in the Authority of Scripture?
Inspiration – The belief that the Scriptures are divinely inspired and authored by God.
Inerrancy – The belief that the Scriptures are without error in their original manuscripts.
Authority – The belief that the Scriptures are the final authority for faith and practice.
Illumination – The belief that the Holy Spirit helps believers understand and apply the Scriptures.
Preservation – The belief that God has preserved His Word throughout history, ensuring it remains intact and trustworthy.
What does Revelation mean?
Revelation refers to God’s act of making Himself known to humanity. It is the process by which God reveals His will, nature, and truth to His creation.
What does General Revelation mean?
General Revelation is the knowledge of God available to all people through nature, history, and conscience. It reveals aspects of God’s character and power but does not provide the detailed salvation knowledge found in the Bible.
List the four key passages concerning General Revelation.
Psalm 19:1-6
Acts 14:15, 17
Acts 17:24-28
Romans 1:18-20
What are the two channels through which God reveals Himself to all mankind?
Creation (Nature) – God’s power, divine nature, and eternal attributes are evident in the created world.
Conscience – God’s moral law is written on human hearts, leading people to a sense of right and wrong.
What does Special Revelation mean?
Special Revelation is the specific and direct revelation of God to certain individuals or groups. It includes the Bible, God’s personal interaction with His people, and the ultimate revelation through Jesus Christ.
List the two key passages concerning Special Revelation.
2 Timothy 3:15-17
2 Peter 1:20-21; 3:16
What are the three distinctives of Special Revelation?
Direct – Special Revelation is a direct communication from God.
Redemptive – It conveys God’s plan of salvation and reveals specific truths necessary for salvation.
Progressive – Special Revelation unfolds over time, with later revelations building upon earlier ones (e.g., Old Testament leading to the New Testament).
What are the three purposes of Special Revelation?
To Reveal God’s Nature and Will – Special Revelation helps us understand who God is and what He desires for humanity.
To Reveal Salvation – Special Revelation reveals the way of salvation through Jesus Christ and the Gospel.
To Guide Humanity – It provides specific direction and instruction for how people should live according to God’s will.
What does Inspiration mean?
Inspiration refers to the divine process by which God guided human authors to write the Scriptures, ensuring that their writings were exactly what God wanted to communicate, while still using their own personalities and styles.
What is the most important passage regarding the inspiration of Scripture?
The most important passage is 2 Timothy 3:16-17: “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (NIV)
What does Verbal Inspiration mean?
Verbal Inspiration means that every word of the Bible is inspired by God. God not only inspired the ideas but also the specific words used by the human authors.
What does Plenary Inspiration mean?
Plenary Inspiration means that all parts of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, are equally inspired by God. Every part of the Bible is fully inspired, not just certain sections.
What does Inerrancy mean?
Inerrancy refers to the belief that the Scriptures, in their original manuscripts, are without error in everything they affirm, including historical and scientific details.
What does Infallibility mean?
Infallibility refers to the belief that the Bible is incapable of leading people into error or falsehood in matters of faith and practice.
What does Preservation mean?
Preservation refers to the belief that God has ensured the accurate transmission of His Word throughout history, preserving it from corruption and error.
What does Illumination mean?
Illumination is the work of the Holy Spirit in helping believers understand and apply the Scriptures, making them clearer and more meaningful.
What does Hermeneutics mean?
Hermeneutics is the science and art of interpreting the Bible. It involves understanding the original context, language, and meaning of the text in order to apply it correctly today.
