Multiple Choice

Question 1

What is the definition of grace?

Answer 1

The unmerited favor of God towards humanity

Question 2

How did God’s grace provide for our salvation?

Answer 2

By giving us both the desire and power to be saved. (Phil 2:13)

Question 3

How do good works and salvation relate to each other?

Answer 3

Salvation leads to good works, but good works do not lead to salvation.

Question 4

Which scriptures address the biblical principal involved in discussing good works and salvation?

Answer 4

Ephesians 2:8-10

Question 5

Are we freed from the law so we may live a sinful life and still be saved?

Answer 5

No.

Question 6

Which scripture says we are not free from the law and may not live a life of sin and be still be saved?

Answer 6

Romans 6:2

Question 7

What is the relationship of faith and grace?

Answer 7

People are not automatically saved by grace; grace must be appropriated by faith. It involves both what God freely extends, and our thankful reception.

Question 8

What does it means to be justified?

Answer 8

To be declared righteous by God

Question 9

What is the source of our faith?

Answer 9

God alone.

Question 10

When does God show us grace?

Answer 10

Before, during, and after conversion.

Question 11

What is the theological name for faith that precedes salvation?

Answer 11

Universal prevenient grace

Question 12

Define the faith that precedes salvation? (universal prevenient grace)

Answer 12

The ability to have faith that God gives before salvation.

Question 13

The biblical notion of faith is what?

Answer 13

Total commitment lifelong discipleship, trust, obedienc, love.

Question 14

Name and explain the 3 components of genuine saving faith

Answer 14

Knowledge: understanding what is believed.
Assent: acknowledging the truth of what is believed.
Appropriation: applying the truth to one’s life

Question 15

According to 1 John 2:3-5 what is the true test for the Christian?

Answer 15

Obedience

Question 16

Do the views of Paul and James agree concerning faith and works?

Answer 16

Yes

Question 17

Paul says we are saved by what?

Answer 17

Saving faith not by dead works

Question 18

Does Paul say we should be against works?

Answer 18

No

Question 19

James says we are saved by what?

Answer 19

Living faith which produces living works

Question 20

Does James say we earn salvation by works?

Answer 20

No

Question 21

How does faith relate to repentance?

Answer 21

Real faith includes repentance. (Mk. 1:15)

Question 22

How does faith relate to baptism?

Answer 22

It is an act of faith (Mk. 16:16)

Question 23

How does faith relate to the Holy Ghost?

Answer 23

Saving faith brings the baptism of the Spirit

Question 24

Are repentance and baptism works by which we earn salvation?

Answer 24

No, they are the means by which we take what God freely extends.

Question 25

Does the Bible teach salvation is verbally confessing Christ as Lord and savior?

Answer 25

No.

Question 26

Is it enough to simply mentally believe in God for salvation?

Answer 26

No, the devils believe and tremble and they are not saved.

Question 27

Define saving grace

Answer 27

Grace is conditioned by our response. God grants salvation upon our thankful response.