Multiple Choice

Question 1

The substitutionary, atoning death of Christ was made necessary by what?

Answer 1

God’s law requiring death, the sinfulness of man, the holiness of God

Question 2

From the Bible it is apparent that salvation has 3 aspects which are…?

Answer 2

past, present and future

Question 3

What is the relation between past, present, and future salvation?

Answer 3

FUTURE salvation will only come to those who have PAST and PRESENT salvation

Question 4

Can we forfeit our present salvation and our promise of future salvation? If so, how?

Answer 4

Yes

- a voluntary return to sin and unbelief

Question 5

What is the link between our past and future salvation?

Answer 5

Continuance in present salvation

Question 6

“Whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). In
this last verse, “believeth” is in the present tense, implying what?

Answer 6

Continued present belief is necessary

Question 7

How do we obtain eternal salvation?

Answer 7

Finding present salvation in this life

Question 8

How does Jesus say one must enter the Kingdom of God?

Answer 8

He said you must be born again of the water and spirit

Question 9

What is the Kingdom of God?

Answer 9

Expresses the sovereign rule of God in the universe

Question 10

What aspects does the Kingdom of God have?

Answer 10

Present and future

Question 11

In the present tense, the Kingdom of God is what?

Answer 11

It is the rule of God in the hearts of

men

Question 12

The Kingdom of God also has a future tense which is what?

Answer 12

God will destroy all opposition to His rule and His kingdom will come physically to earth

Question 13

Looking at Christ’s words in John 3, we find that one must be what to be a part of the
Kingdom of God?

Answer 13

Born again (of the water and the spirit)

Question 14

What 2 components make up being born again?

Answer 14

water and spirit

Question 15

Isn’t “water” referring to natural birth? Why or why not?

Answer 15

No, it is referring to baptism

Question 16

What does the word “wind” refer to in John 3?

Answer 16

The Spirit

Question 17

What does the word “sound” refer to in John 3?

Answer 17

The voice of God

Question 18

In short, the Lord’s words to Nicodemus tell us how to be what?

Answer 18

Saved

Question 19

The question, “How can I be saved?” has the same answer as the question…

Answer 19

How can I enter the Kingdom of God?

Question 20

The answer of Jesus Himself to be saved is what?

Answer 20

You must be born again of the water and the spirit

Question 21

Peter’s reply on the Day of Pentecost was what?

Answer 21

Acts 2:38

Question 22

When the people asked Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Men and brethren, what
shall we do?” (Acts 2:37), the context shows they were asking what?

Answer 22

a. How can we receive forgiveness of sins?
b. How can we now accept Jesus as Lord and Messiah?
c. How can we correct rejecting Jesus and crucifying Him?

Question 23

The essence of salvation is receiving forgiveness of sins through faith in Jesus Christ, so their question simply meant what?

Answer 23

What must we do to be saved?

Question 24

In our search for a biblical answer to the question of how to be saved, we must attach great significance to what verse and why?

Answer 24

Acts 2:38, It was Peter’s answer

Question 25

What was Paul's answer to the Philippian jailer when he asked, "Sirs, what must I do to be saved?"

Answer 25

"Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved and thy house." ~Acts 16:30-31

Question 26

Why did Paul and Silas tell the jailer the path to his future salvation was through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ?

Answer 26

He was a Gentile // He didn't know much about God or the principles // He needed to be saved quickly

Question 27

What did Paul and Silas do after their initial conversation at the jail?

Answer 27

They baptized the jailer

Question 28

The Greek word translated as "believe" in this passage means what?

Answer 28

Referring to the story of Paul and the jailer** NOT merely "mental assent (or belief)" BUT it asserts absolute reliance and adherence (complete surrender)

Question 29

The biblical definition of belief includes

Answer 29

Acceptance of God's word and obedience to it

Question 30

The Bible uses different language in each passage which | shows what? (Comparing the story of Nicodemus, Peter, and Paul)

Answer 30

a. -You may need to use different words for different situations, BUT salvation is the same answer for all b. -Everyone needs to find salvation (faith in Jesus, repentance, baptism, and HG)

Question 31

When Jesus spoke to Nicodemus, He was NOT answering a direct question about what?

Answer 31

Salvation

Question 32

The situation on the Day of Pentecost was different in the Peter gave a direct answer to a direct question about what?

Answer 32

Salvation

Question 33

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas encountered a man who knew little, if anything, about God. What did they do?

Answer 33

Answered simply and in a general way that was easy to understand

Question 34

We see from the 3 passages we studied that salvation what? (again... referring to Nicodemus, Peter, and Paul)

Answer 34

Salvation only comes through repentance from sin and faith in Jesus

Question 35

If we have genuine faith in Christ..

Answer 35

We will repent of our sins, be baptized in His name, receive His Spirit, and continue to live a holy, Christian life by faith

Question 36

How do we receive present salvation from sin and future salvation from all the eternal consequences of sin?

Answer 36

We will repent of our sins, be baptized in His name, receive His Spirit, and continue to live a holy, Christian life by faith

Question 37

What is the definition of grace?

Answer 37

The unmerited favor of God towards humanity

Question 38

How did God's grace provide for our salvation?

Answer 38

Giving us the DESIRE and POWER to | be saved

Question 39

How do good works and salvation relate to each other?

Answer 39

Salvation leads to good works | but good works do not lead to salvation

Question 40

Which of these Scriptures addresses the biblical principle involved in discussing good works and salvation?

Answer 40

Ephesians 2:8-10

Question 41

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

Answer 41

NO, scripture rejects this

Question 42

Which Scripture speaks to the idea of once saved always saved (see the previous question)?

Answer 42

Romans 6:2

Question 43

What is the relationship of grace to faith?

Answer 43

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

Question 44

What does it mean to be "justified"?

Answer 44

To be declared righteous by God

Question 45

What is the source of our faith?

Answer 45

God alone

Question 46

When does God show us grace?

Answer 46

Before, during and after salvation

Question 47

What is the theological name for faith that precedes salvation?

Answer 47

Universal prevenient grace

Question 48

Describe universal prevenient grace (the type of faith in previous question)?

Answer 48

the ability to have faith that God gives, before salvation

Question 49

The biblical notion of faith is what?

Answer 49

total commitment, lifelong discipleship, trust, obedience, love **All of these can be translated from the Greek word for faith**

Question 50

Name and explain the 3 components of genuine saving faith

Answer 50

knowledge, assent, appropriation

Question 51

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

Answer 51

obedience

Question 52

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

Answer 52

Yes

Question 53

Paul says we are saved by what?

Answer 53

``` saving faith (total trust and reliance on God), not by dead works (works trying to earn salvation) ```

Question 54

Does Paul say we should be against good works?

Answer 54

No

Question 55

James says we are saved by what two things?

Answer 55

Living faith, living works

Question 56

Does James say we are saved by works?

Answer 56

No

Question 57

How does faith relate to repentance?

Answer 57

Real faith includes repentance

Question 58

How does faith relate to baptism?

Answer 58

Baptism is an act of faith

Question 59

How does faith relate to the Holy Ghost?

Answer 59

Saving faith brings the baptism of the Spirit

Question 60

Are repentance and baptism works by which we earn salvation?

Answer 60

No, they are simply means by which we take what God freely extend

Question 61

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

Answer 61

No

Question 62

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

Answer 62

No

Question 63

Define saving grace.

Answer 63

Taking by obedient faith that which has been offered