Final Test Flashcards
(32 cards)
what 3 things are needed to be taken in to context when interpreting a verse of the bible?
Verse-> passage
Passage-> book
Book-> bible
Who help us to interpret the bible?
1) Holy Spirit
2) church
Who is the author of the bible?
God co-authored the bible. He speaks to us through the words and imagination of the human writers
The bible is Gods word with ____ _____
human fingerprints
What does it mean when people say the bible is gods word with human fingerprints?
God speaks to us through the author’s theology, style, and personality
What is the purpose of the prophets?
To read the signs of the times through the eyes of God which brings a challenge and a promise of mercy.
are we saved through faith alone?
We are saved through faith alone- St. Paul
Faith with out works is dead- st. James
Thus we are saved through faith shown through works.
In dealing with divisions in the church St. Paul used what image? Where is this said in the bible?
1 Corinthians 12 St. Paul called us the body of Christ and we must continue Jesus’ mission.
List the steps in the Lectio Devina
(LMOCA)
1) Lectio (reading)- what is the bible passage saying?
2) Meditatio (meditation)- what is this bible passage saying to me and my life?
3) Oratio (paryer)- what can I say to the lord in response to God’s message?
4) Contemplatio (Contemplation)- what conversions of the mind,heart, and life is the lord asking of me?
5) Actio (action)- what action is required of me as a result of this prayer exercise?
it is helpful to know what 3 things when interpreting a book of the bible?
1) historical context
2) author
3) audience
Psalms
1) is a wisdom book if prayers for every occasion
2) lets us bring all emotion to God
3) most profound is a cry for help
Hosea
1)
2) you are loved and can always go back to God
3) return or there will be disctuion
Amos
1) be aware of our own greed and hypocrisy
2) when you find success don’t forget about God
3) be aware of how you treat the poor
How is praying with a bible helpful
1) God speaks to us through it.
2) It’s a great prayer starter to initiate a conversation with god
Malachi
1) authentic worship
2) know you are loved
3) have hope
Isaiah
1) be aware of your sin and repent
2) don’t loose your faith amidst hone world
3) Look forward to the new Jerusalem, heaven
Romans
1) God loves us, wants to be with us, and will do anything to get us back
2) need nothing but faith to be saved, but truly having faith changes how you act
3) if god is for us who can be against us
1 Corinthians
1) the church is one body, be there for others
2) love should be the primary focus of Christian lives
3) all of us have gifts from God that were meant to be shared for the good of all
4) stick to your beliefs regardless of what the world says
5) we are all called to a life of purity
James
1) faith with our works is dead
2) challenge to hypocrisy
3) patiently endure suffering
4) your actions should reflect your beliefs for tree is known by its fruit
Revelation
1) take a stand with your faith
2) don’t give up your faith when persecution comes
3) Christ knocks at the door of your heart let him in
4) success and wealth are suductive, we loose god in wealth
5) come lord Jesus
What book did you find most inspirational
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Psalms
1) is a wisdom book if prayers for every occasion
2) lets us bring all emotion to God
3) most profound is a cry for help
Hosea
1)
2) you are loved and can always go back to God
3) return or there will be disctuion
Amos
1) be aware of our own greed and hypocrisy
2) when you find success don’t forget about God
3) be aware of how you treat the poor
