Mid-terms Flashcards
(123 cards)
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Who was brought to Heaven in a whirlwind of fire and did not suffer death?
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Elijah
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Who provided a great example of knowing when to lead others and when to support others?
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John the Baptist
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What was the feast that followed Jesus clearing the temple courts
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The Passover
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In what city did Paul make his address about Christian philosophy
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Athens
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John 1:4 states that “Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made”. Who is “Him” that is referred to in the verse?
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Jesus
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In what manner does God call us to treat other people
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Love
7
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Who was the member of the Jewish ruling council who came to see Jesus?
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Nicodemus
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What word was used by the disciples to describe the passion Jesus felt about the need to protect “His Father’s house”?
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Zeal
9
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In John 4, where did Jesus meet up with the Samaritan Woman?
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Jacob’s Well
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The witness of Jesus testified in John 1:11 about Jesus, that “he came to that which was His own, but His own did not receive Him”, who was it that did not receive Jesus?
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The Jews
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The Jewish Leaders were called to be the _____ of the Old Testament message and teachings.
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Caretakers
12
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They were the political ruling government during the time of Jesus
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Romans
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Who did Jesus interact with to show us an example of true love?
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The Samaritan Woman
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What was used to symbolize that the Holy Spirit rested upon Jesus?
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A Dove
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In Acts 17, what was the name of the meeting place where Paul was speaking to the people?
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Aeropagus
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The Old Testament is an account of the relationship of God and who?
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The Jews
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Romans 13 teaches that our interactions with authority are to be viewed as _____
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Opportunities
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Who was the man sent by God to witness about the coming of Jesus?
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John the Baptist
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What verse is the teaching “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge”?
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Proverbs 1:17
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What group of people did the Jews choose NOT to associate with?
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The Samaritans
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In what verse did Paul state “as I walked around and looked carefully at your objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO AN UNKOWN GOD. Now what you worship as something unknown I am going to proclaim to you.”
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Acts 17:23
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After Paul concluded this proclamation, he stated that God did of this so that people would ____ Him
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Seek
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What did Jesus say He DID NOT come into the world to do?
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Condemn it
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In Romans 13:1, Paul teaches that “The ______ that exist have been established by God.”
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Authorities
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In Romans 13:2, Paul teaches that "He who rebels against authority" are "bringing ____" upon themselves.
Judgement
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What does it mean "to have the fear of God before your eyes?"
Being humble
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At the beginning of the Book of Acts, Jesus teaches his disciple to receive _____ and be His witnesses starting in specific places and then to the ends of the Earth.
The Holy Spirit
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Which of the following was NOT one of the places specifically given to the disciples regarding there they would be sent after Jesus ascended into Heaven?
Bethlehem
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The type of human-centered philosophy that has faith in logic and reasoning leading them to the best life
Stoic
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The type of human-centered philosophy that has faith in pleasure and fulfilling desire will lead them to the best life
Epicurean
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John the Baptist stated the while he baptized with water, Jesus will baptize with ____
Holy Spirit
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Which verse describes the whirlwind of fire that took a person directly into Heaven?
2 Kings 2:11
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What is significant about how the member of the Jewish ruling council coming to see Jesus?
He came at night so others wouldn't see him
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In john 20:21 Jesus instructed His disciples, stating "As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." How did the Father send Jesus?
To Love the World
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What does Jesus mean when replying to the Jews in John 2;!9 "Destroy this temple, and I will raise it again in three day"?
He was referring to His own death and resurrection
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Paul called the people he spoke to in Athens as very "religious" because they:
Were consistent in their worship of the latest ideas of the day
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What did Paul mean when he taught that God does not live in temples built by human hands?
God is beyond the understanding of human beings and should be humbly sought after at all times.
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Why was the Jewish ruling council so upset about Jesus preaching that He was the messiah?
They didn't want to lose control of the Jewish church
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The ultimate purpose of the Old Testament is to:
Prepare the way for the coming Messiah
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Jesus used this phrase to describe how our relationship with God will bring everlasting satisfaction. Jesus used this to teach a person in the gospel of John, that through him, God will provide all that we need and ever hope for
Living Water
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In the gospel of John, who went back to their town with a testimony about their encounter with Jesus?
The Samaritan Woman
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When Jesus was speaking with His disciples, where did he say his nourishment came from?
Doing the work of God
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What verse is: "For God so loved the world He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."
John 3:16
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What example from nature did Jesus use to illustrate this teaching about being born again?
The Wind
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Why didn't the moneychangers and sales people who were selling in the temple fight back against Jesus overturning their tables?
They knew they were doing wrong
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What did Paul mean when teaching in the Book of Acts that God determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live
1) God's purpose for our lives is not circumstantial
2) The people in our lives are there for a reason
3) They were looking for popularity
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When Jesus said he did not want affirmation from man, what did he know was in a man?
They were only looking to get something
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When Jesus turned the water into wine in John 2:4, what did Jesus mean when replying to his mother "why do you involve me? My time has not yet come"?
It wasn't time to reveal He was the Messiah
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When Jesus changed the water into wine, who received the credit for doing so?
The bridegroom
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In John 3:19, Jesus states that "This is the verdict: light has come into the world, but men loved darkness instead of the light because their deed were evil." What model in class was used to illustrate this consequence of choices?
Law of Gravity
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What are the two ways in which a person with an I-centered philosophy will view authority?
1) The authority will give me what I want
| 2) The authority can prevent me from getting what I want
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What was the reason Jesus said "peace" to the disciples the first time?
They were afraid of Jewish leaders
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What was the reason Jesus said "peace" to the disciples the second time?
The disciples wanted to take revenge on Jesus
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Who did Jesus say it was necessary to forgive and why did Jesus say that it was necessary to forgive them?
It was necessary to forgive the Jews because he wants to spread the gospel in love
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Name the 15 ways of love in 1 Corinthians 13
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Love is patient
Love Love does not boast
Love does not envy
Love is not easily angered
Love is not proud
Love is not rude
Love is not self-seeking
Love keeps no records of wrongs
Love trusts
Love perseveres
Love is hope
Love rejoices truth
Love always protects
Love does not delight in evil
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Why is it difficult for us to love?
Humans have an I-centered view of the world where they only want to pleasure themselves
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At the start of the Gospel of John, what are two things that were with God "in the beginning" of creation?
Jesus & the word "Bible"
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"The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of ____ and ____"
grace and truth
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How do the Samaritan woman's circumstances show what she was "thirsty for" and why she would be "thirsty again"?
The Samaritan was hungry for what she could gain and she has had five husbands and has a new man
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How did Jesus' communication with the Samaritan woman illustrate how to have a healthy, loving relationship, rather than the type of "love & relationship" she was used to?
Jesus teaching to love God & others by faith
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In John 4:19, the Samaritan woman wanted to know why their ancestors worshiped on the mountain while the Jews claimed they must worship in Jerusalem. In response, Jesus states "A time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in _____ and _____
Spirit and truth
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Paul stated "as I walked around and looked carefully at you objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: to AN UNKNOWN GOD. Now what you worship is something unknown I am going to proclaim you." What were the (9) proclamations about God made by Paul?
God is the Lord (the authority) of heaven and earth
God is not in a temple but everywhere
God made the world
God made everything
God is not served by human hands
God gives humans life and breath and everything else
From one man God made every nation of man and they should inhabit the earth
God determined the times set for them
God determined the exact places where they should live
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God will accept all people into Heaven equally the moment they repent, no matter when it happens in their lives
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard
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Remove sin from your life, before trying to assist others in removing/judging even the smallest of sins from others
Parable of the Blind leading the Blind
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Upon the return of Christ, those who live in Christ will shine, while those who love evil will be exposed and suffer eternal separation from God.
Parable of the Weeds
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Humility allows you to recognize your place (co-operate, don't compare with others)
Parable of the Guests at a Wedding Feast
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The angels are described as gathering all of humanity and separating the wicked from the righteous
Parable of the Net
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We are forgiven by God for our wrongdoing, therefore we are to forgive others for the wrongs that are done to us
Parable of the Unmerciful Servant
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Our responsibility to provide for needs of others with out abundance, rather than storing it away for our own use
Parable of the Rich Fool
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That actions speak louder than words in showing who really will repent of selfishness and live by faith
Parable of the Two Sons
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Faith is persistent effort without (even contrary to) evidence
Parable of the Persistent Widow
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When given the opportunity to partake in the glory of life, many would rather choose the comfort of remaining in the limited conditions they are ain
Parable of the Old & New Garment
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The recognition of the incredible value of knowing and applying God's wisdom, rather than spending out time and talents in other selfish pursuits
Parable of the Hidden Treasure/Pearl
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Wisdom of living in a manner being able to meet the daily call of loving God and others and eagerly anticipating that one day we will live in eternity with God, either be Jesus' return or our physical death
Parable of the Ten Virgins
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The amazing truth about just a little bit of faith can produce wonders due to the power of God
Parable of the Mustard Seed/Yeast
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Acknowledging that we are alive and grateful for the day that the Lord has made. Rejoicing in the opportunity to serve God each day
Parable of the Lost Son
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The world will command us for acting on our own self-interest when trying to please others for personal gain. God wants us to serve others to fulfill His call in our lives
Parable of the Shrewd Manager
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How valuable we are to God, and how intensely He will seek after us
Parable of the Lost Sheep
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The understanding that we are merely caretakers of the life God has provided us, not the owners of it
Parable of the Tenants
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It's hard to give up comfort in order to commit to serving the needs of the age
Parable of the Rich Fool
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How individuals receive and apply the Word of God into their lives
Parable of the Sower
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Our responsibility to others (especially when we don't "have to")
Parable of the Good Samaritan
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God's eternal provision despite the stubbornness of man
Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus
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The innocent faith (without doubt) of a child (keep this throughout life)
Parable of the Little Children
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God is patient with us, we are to be patient with others
Parable of the Fig Tree
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That means "new"... focus on what each new day has for us
Parable of the old & New Garment
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Knowing that God has provided everything for us, all we need to do is ask
Parable of the Lost Son
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The place in scripture where the teaching "Boasting About Tomorrow" is found
James 4
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The place in scripture where Jesus' "hard teaching" is found
John 6:53-59
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The place in scripture where provision of the Lord's prayer is given to us
Matthew 6:9-13
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In Romans 12, our spiritual act of _____ is being a living sacrifice for God
Worship
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What is one of the three ways God's will is described in Romans 12?
Pleasing
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The values of society are found in who they _____
Admire
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What verse is "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will grant you the desires of your heart?"
Psalm 37:4
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Romans 5 states that we rejoice in our suffering (when facing problems), because suffering produces perseverance, which produces ____
Character
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Romans 5:5 concludes by saying "And ____ does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us."
Hope
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In Romans 12 what needs to be renewed to transition from following from our selfish ways to following God?
Mind
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In Psalm 73, what is found when the authors enters the sanctuary of God?
Peace
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What is one of the three (3) ways an individual can enter the sanctuary of God?
Worship
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When the devil tempted Jesus, he appealed to Jesus' ____ in an attempt to make him sin
Humanity
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In his first temptation, the devil used an appeal to human desire in order to use our ____ against us
Pride
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In his second temptation, the devil used an attack on human ____ by mocking our faith in God's Word
Insecurity
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In his third temptation, the devil used an appeal to our ego through ____
Flattery
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What will always defeat sin?
Holy Spirit
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When we are holy and pleasing to God, what are we sacrificing?
Selfishness
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What are we demonstrating when facing problems with "fight or flight" response
Self-Justification
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When facing problems with "pure joy" we are showing a willingness to persevere. What are we demonstrating when we act in this manner
Justification by Faith
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What verse is "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"?
Philippians 4:13
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What is the "pattern of the world" that is described in Romans 12?
Selfishness
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When your beliefs and behaviors are impacted by false words and images that promise to fulfill your desires
Witchcraft
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When we are in situations with others, scripture instructs us to be quick to ____
Listen
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When we are in situations with others, scripture instructs us to be slow to ____
Speak
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List each line of the Lord's prayer, and then explain how each line illustrates God's provisions for us:
Our Father in heaven - acknowledging God's existence
Hallow be your name - acknowledging God's authority
Your kingdom come - eternity in heaven is everyone's goal
Your will be done - His command evangilizes others
On earth - where we are to evangelize
As it is on heaven - evangelize in love
Give us our daily bread - God provides all needs
Forgive us our debts - God forgive us although we don't deserve it
As we forgive our debtors - we are to forgive and give to others
Lead us not into temptation - protect us from giving in to the temptation to be selfish/self-centered
And deliver us from the evil one - acknowledging the existence of the devil who will actively tempt us
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The author of The Kingdom of God Within Us discusses the concept of innocence lost. Explain this concept
Our innocence is our doubt in God and losing the faith we've been given from God and to hold onto God's trust for dear life and your innocence will remain
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That are the three (3) truth statements that Jesus gives in John 5:19-27
1) Jesus can do nothing alone
2) Jesus said whoever hears will have eternal life and not be condemned
3) The time has come when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who will hear live
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What were the two reasons given in John 5:18 that the Jewish leaders wanted to kill Jesus?
Jesus broke the Sabbath
| Talking as if equal to God
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In the parable on receiving God's word, list the four ways the seed fell and how it illustrates how we receive God's word?
Taken immediately away because we are hard headed
Has not root so the first problem makes it go away
Grow side-by-side with I-centered eventually choking ti
Received with an open heart/mind & word flourishes
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In describing what he saw, the Psalmist used the word "carefree". How does being carefree conflict with the call that God has on our lives?
Carefree means to not care, but God needs you to care in order to do what you were called to do
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What is the warning sign given to us in John 6:44 "No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him, and I will raise him up on the last day"?
if you don't believe in Jesus you won't be given eternal life
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What are the five (5) testimonies of Jesus being the Messiah that are given in John 5?
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Scripture
Jesus Actions
God
Moses
John the Baptist
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Explain how the teaching in Romans 12 about the Body of Christ, and how the Fabric of Society historical lesson illustrate how we are to live with one another
Like each individual square on a quilt is connected together by thread and the quilt is only as strong as the thread that holds it together. One society is only as strong as the bonds we make with one another
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Romans 5 states that we rejoice in out suffering (when facing problems), because suffering produces perseverance, which produces character, which results in hope. What do we have hope in?
We would have hope in God taking care of us
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Explain the contrasting viewpoints in James' teaching regarding "Boasting About Tomorrow"
In an "I" centered viewpoint it's about I will do this or won't do while in a "God" centered viewpoint it's about God's will telling you if you will do this or will not do this
