Final Exam 03.06.2022

Question 1

What is the most important question one should ask when studying theology?

A) What do I think about this topic?

B) What are other people’s opinions about this topic?

C) What does the Bible say about this topic?

D) What was I taught growing up about this topic?

Answer 1

C) What does the Bible say about this topic?

Question 2

True or False?

Systematic theology is a book by book study of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and does not consider the entire voice of Scripture on any given topic.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

1 Corinthians 8:1 speaks to one aspect of how we need to study theology. Which characteristic does it speak to?

A) With Help From Others

B) With Rejoicing and Praise

C) Prayer

D) Humility

Answer 3

D) Humility

Question 4

True or False?

The Bible does not answer every question we may have, but it does answer everything we need to know.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

The Word of God can refer to speech by God. Which form describes the moments God directly speaks to people?

A) Written Form

B) Personal Address

C) God’s Decrees

D) Through Human Lips

Answer 5

B) Personal Address

Question 6

What is the most important feature the Early Church looked for in order to consider a book as a part of the New Testament canon?

Answer 6

Apostolic Authority

Question 7

What is the term we use to describe the collection of books that were written after the last book of the Old Testament (Malachi) but before the times of Jesus? These books are a part of the Catholic Bible but are not a part of the Protestant Bible.

Answer 7

Apocrypha

Question 8

True or False?

The Bible contains many contradictions that cannot be resolved in a reasonable, logical way.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is a key verse in Scripture that speaks to the authority of the Bible?

Answer 9

2 Timothy 3:16

Question 10

Match the aspect of the Theology of the Bible with its definition.

A) Necessity
B) Authority
C) Inerrancy
D) Clarity
E) Sufficiency

1) The Bible contains all the words God intended for his people to be saved, to trust him, and to obey him.
2) The Bible was intended to be understandable.
3) The Bible only contains truth; therefore, there are not errors concerning its message.
4) The Bible is essential for us to be able to understand the Gospel and certain aspects of God’s will.
5) The Bible is God’s words; therefore, to disobey Scripture is to disobey God.

Answer 10

A) = 4
B) = 5
C) = 3
D) = 2
E) = 1

Question 11

Match the correct name for the argument of the existence of God with the appropriate definition.

A) Ontological Argument
B) Moral Argument
C) Cosmological Argument
D) Teleological Argument

1) Everything in the universe has a cause and the cause of the universe can only be God.
2) Since the universe is designed with order and purpose there must be a God.
3) God is the best thing that we can imagine and comprehend
4) All people have a sense of right and wrong and so there must be a God who will someday bring justice to all.

Answer 11

A) = 3
B) = 4
C) = 1
D) = 2

Question 12

What are the THREE key reasons God is incomprehensible?

1) God is omnipresent
2) God is infinite
3) God chose not to reveal everything
4) God is not knowable
5) We are finite and sinful
6) God is omnipotent

Answer 12

2) God is infinite
3) God chose not to reveal everything
5) We are finite and sinful

Question 13

True or False?

The week 2 lecture asserts that the two positive reasons for believing in God are because 1) all people have an inner sense of God and 2) evidence in Scripture and nature.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What do we call the type of attribute of God that is shared with humans in some form or manner?

Answer 14

Communicable

Question 15

True or False?

God’s incommunicable attribute of unity or simplicity means that God is not divided into parts, yet we see different attributes of God emphasized at different times.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

What are the two attributes of God that tell us what he is made up of and describe his being?

1) Wisdom
2) Spirit
3) Knowledge
4) Invisibility

Answer 16

2) Spirit

4) Invisibility

Question 17

True or False?

The four ways God reveals Himself to us are: Actions, Images, Attributes and His Names.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

Your text discusses a category of attributes called Goodness. List two attributes that could be described as Goodness attributes.

Answer 18

Moral Purity, Integrity

Question 19

True or False?

The incommunicable attribute of unchangeableness states that God does not need us or the rest of creation for anything, yet we can glorify him and bring him joy.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

Practice Bible Verse

Answer 20

Romans 8:26-28
Now in the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know what to pray for as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Question 21

Where is the first place in the Bible that we find support for the theology of one God who is multiple persons?

A) Exodus 20

B) John 1

C) Deuteronomy 6

D) Genesis 1

Answer 21

D) Genesis 1

Question 22

What are the Biblical truths we affirm that summarize our understanding of the trinity? Check all that apply.

A) God is all knowing

B) The Holy Spirit gives power to believers

C) God exists in three persons

D) Jesus’ sacrifice is sufficient

E) Each person is fully God

F) There is only one God

Answer 22

C) God exists in three persons
E) Each person is fully God
F) There is only one God

Question 23

Match the trinitarian heresy with its definition.

A) Modalism
B) Partialism
C) Tritheism
D) Subordinationism
E) Arianism

1) Jesus and the Holy Spirit are lesser deities than the Father.
2) There is one deity made up of three parts.
3) The son and spirit are created beings.
4) There is not one God but three distinct gods.
5) God is only one person that acts in different ways.

Answer 23

A) = 5
B) = 2
C) = 4
D) = 1
E)  = 3

Question 24

True or False?

The trinity is a New Testament theological concept that does not find any support in the Old Testament.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What does it mean that God created ex nihilo?

Answer 25

Out of Nothing

Question 26

Which two words describe God's relationship to His creation? A) Providence B) Immanent C) Transcendent D) Theistic

Answer 26

B) Immanent C) Transcendent

Question 27

Match the worldview with its definition. ``` A) Christian B) Pantheism C) Deism D) Materialism E) Dualism ``` 1) God and the universe have always existed side by side 2) God created the universe but is not directly involved in its activity 3) The universe is God or a part of God 4) There is no God only the created universe 5) God is separate from creation but directs all its activities

Answer 27

``` A) = 5 B) = 3 C) = 2 D) = 4 E) = 1 ```

Question 28

What is the name of Francis Schaffer's book that speaks to the tension between Christianity and science?

Answer 28

No Final Conflict

Question 29

True or False? In the opinion of your teacher, it would make sense to embrace macro-evolution, but it is not possible to embrace micro-evolution and hold a Christian worldview.

Answer 29

False

Question 30

What do we call the theological position that believes miracles no longer occur as they stopped after the apostolic age of the church?

Answer 30

Cessationism

Question 31

Which is NOT a purpose for miracles that we see in Scripture? A) To help those in need B) To bring glory to God C) To provide believers personal gain D) To authenticate the message of the gospel

Answer 31

C) To provide believers personal gain

Question 32

True or False? It is ok to seek miracles in our lives today as long as we are pursuing them in alignment with God's purpose.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

Which statement best summarized the importance of prayer in our personal communication with God? A) Prayer expresses our trust and dependence on God B) Prayer brings us into a deeper relationship with God C) Prayer allows us to be personally involved in eternal activity D) All of these statements are true

Answer 33

D) All of these statements are true

Question 34

What are the different aspects of prayer that can be remembered using the ACTS acronym?

Answer 34

Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication, Listening

Question 35

True or False? When we pray "in Jesus' name" we are drawing on His authority while also praying in a way consistent with His character.

Answer 35

True

Question 36

True or False? Angels and demons are created spiritual beings that are not able to exercise moral judgment.

Answer 36

False

Question 37

Who are the only two angels that are named by their proper name in Scripture?

Answer 37

Michael and Gabriel

Question 38

Which Old Testament passage seems to speak to the Fall of Satan? A) Jeremiah 21 B) Daniel 8 C) Isaiah 14 D) Ezekiel 3

Answer 38

C) Isaiah 14

Question 39

According to our class discussion, what are three functions angels have in our world?

Answer 39

Direct, Protect and Strengthen

Question 40

Practice Bible Memory Verse

Answer 40

Romans 8:26-28 Now in the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know what to pray for as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose,

Question 41

What does imago dei mean?

Answer 41

Image of God

Question 42

True or False? When the Fall occurred, the image of God in us was completely lost and so we now no longer bear His image.

Answer 42

False

Question 43

What do we call this statement? "The chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever." A) Apostles Creed B) Lord's Prayer C) Nicene Creed D) Westminster Catechism

Answer 43

D) Westminster Catechism

Question 44

List 3 characteristics which could be considered ways that we bear God's image.

Answer 44

Intellectual Ability, Dominion Over Earth, Relationships

Question 45

True or False? The Bible teaches the concept that man is more important than woman and placed in a position of superiority.

Answer 45

False

Question 46

True or False? Those who hold the position of dichotomy believe that the Bible uses the terms "soul" and "spirit" interchangeably and so these words refer to the same thing.

Answer 46

True

Question 47

According to your textbook, what is the theological position that believes a child's body and spirit are inherited from their mom and dad? A) Traducianism B) Generationalism C) Relationalism D) Creationism

Answer 47

A) Traducianism

Question 48

When it comes to sin, who does the Bible say is responsible for the choices we make? A) Satan B) No One is Responsible C) God D) Humans

Answer 48

D) Humans

Question 49

If we are to say that sin is inherited from Adam, what two aspects of sin are passed on generation after generation?

Answer 49

Guilt and corruption

Question 50

True or False? When we ask God for forgiveness, we are not asking for our legal standing to be restored (it was never lost); instead, we are asking for our relationship to be restored.

Answer 50

True

Question 51

What does the term Christ mean?

Answer 51

Anointed One

Question 52

Roughly, how many Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus? A) 45 B) 450 C) 4,500 D) 45,000

Answer 52

B) 450

Question 53

What is the book, chapter, and verse of the first prophetic statement recorded in Scripture regarding Jesus?

Answer 53

Genesis 3:15

Question 54

The act of God becoming man is known as what? A) Resurrection B) Incarnation C) Transformation D) Ascension

Answer 54

B) Incarnation

Question 55

What emotion is most often recorded when speaking of Jesus? A) Compassion B) Joy C) Anger D) Sadness

Answer 55

A) Compassion

Question 56

According to your textbook, what was the heresy that denied the full humanity of Christ?

Answer 56

Docetism

Question 57

According to your textbook, what are the implications of the full humanity of Christ? Check all that apply. A) God is not totally transcendent. B) The atoning death of Jesus can truly avail for us. C) Human nature is good. D) Jesus can be our example. E) Jesus can truly sympathize with and intercede for us. F) Jesus manifests the true nature of humanity.

Answer 57

ALL OF THEM APPLY

Question 58

According to our class discussion, which book and chapter contains at least 6 divine claims of Jesus. A) John 5 B) Mark 3 C) Matthew 16 D) Luke 15

Answer 58

A) John 5

Question 59

Match the office of Jesus with the function of that role. A) Priest B) Prophet 3) King 1) Jesus himself was the source of revelation from God 2) Jesus was given authority over the church and over the universe 3) Jesus offered a perfect sacrifice for sin

Answer 59

``` A) = 3 B) = 1 3) = 2 ```

Question 60

Practice Memory Verse

Answer 60

Romans 8:26-28 Now in the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know what to pray for as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Question 61

What book did your teacher quote that tells us: "God in Christ did not merely buy the slaves of sin; He took the place of the slaves of sin and the condemnation they deserved."

Answer 61

The Cross of Christ - by John Stott

Question 62

What were the 2 causes of the atonement? Why did God send Jesus?

Answer 62

Love and Justice

Question 63

What did the "cup" that Jesus asked the Father to take from Him represent?

Answer 63

God's Wrath

Question 64

True or False? The atonement was absolutely necessary to save us but it was not necessary to offer it to us.

Answer 64

True

Question 65

What did Christ endure in the atonement? (Check all that apply) ``` A) Physical Pain B) Glory C) Abandonment D) Freedom E) Bearing Sin F) Sympathy G) Bearing Wrath ```

Answer 65

A) Physical Pain C) Abandonment E) Bearing Sin G) Bearing Wrath

Question 66

What did your instructor ask you after watching the video about the crucifixion and the effect it had on the Dr. who told us about it.?

Answer 66

What does the sacrifice of Jesus do to you?