Multiple Choice

Question 1

The substitutionary, atoning death of Christ was made necessary by

Answer 1

1. The sinfulness of man 2. The holiness of God 3. God’s law requiring death as punishment for sin

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Past, Present, Future

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Future salvation will only come to those who have experienced past and present salvation

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Yes, by a voluntary return to sin and unbelief

Question 5

The link between past and future salvation is what?

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

Continuance in belief

Question 7

How do we obtain eternal salvation?

Answer 7

By finding present salvation from sin in this life

Question 8

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

Answer 8

“Ye must be born again.”

Question 9

What is the kingdom of God?

Answer 9

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

The rule of God in the hearts of man

Question 12

The kingdom of God also has a future aspect which is what?

Answer 12

His kingdom will come physically to this earth in the 1000 year reign of Christ

Question 13

Looking at Christ’s words in John 3 we find that one must be what to be apart of the kingdom of
God?

Answer 13

Born again

Question 14

What 2 components make up being born again?

Answer 14

Being born of the water and of the Spirit

Question 15

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

Answer 15

No, because there are conditions that have not been met yet.

Question 16

What does the “wind” refer to in Jn. 3?

Answer 16

The Spirit

Question 17

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

Answer 17

The Spirit’s voice

Question 18

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

Answer 18

How to be saved

Question 19

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

Answer 19

How can I enter into the Kingdom of God?

Question 20

The answer of Jesus Himself to be saved is what?

Answer 20

You must be born again of water and Spirit

Question 21

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

Answer 21

Endorsed by the other apostles

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:

Answer 22

How can we receive forgiveness of sins? How can we correct rejecting the messiah? Ultimately, how can we accept Jesus as our Messiah?

Question 23

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

Answer 23

What must I 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 this verse, why?

Answer 24

Acts 2:38 It is the authoritive answer of the Apostolic Church of the question “What must I do to be saved?”

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 and you shall be saved

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 wouldn't understand the terms because he was a gentile

Question 27

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

Answer 27

They went beyond the general statement and preached the word with specificity

Question 28

The Greek word translated as believe in this passage means?

Answer 28

Implies continued present belief is necessary

Question 29

The biblical definition of belief includes:

Answer 29

Acceptance, Obedience, and Absolute reliance on Christ

Question 30

Comparison of the 3 Answers: The Bible uses different language in each passage which shows what?

Answer 30

The same answer in different situations, but the same answer nonetheless

Question 31

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

Answer 31

Salvation because the Spirit was not yet given

Question 32

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

Answer 32

Salvation

Question 33

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas confronted a man who knew little if anything about God.

Answer 33

They gave a general answer that he would understand

Question 34

We see from the 3 passages we studied that salvation:

Answer 34

Comes only through obedience

Question 35

If we have genuine faith in Christ:

Answer 35

What will we do? Repent, Be baptized, and be filled with his Spirit (be obedient)

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Having faith, being baptized and continuing to live 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

By giving us both the desire and power

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 principal involved in discussing good works and salvation?

Answer 40

Eph. 2:8-10

Question 41

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

Answer 41

No

Question 42

Which Scripture speaks to this idea (see 51.)?

Answer 42

Rom 6:2

Question 43

What is the relationship of faith to grace?

Answer 43

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

Question 44

What does it means 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 conversion

Question 47

What is the theological name for faith that precedes salvation?

Answer 47

Universal Prevenient Grace

Question 48

Define this type of faith (see 57).

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

Question 50

Name and explain the 3 components of genuine saving faith.

Answer 50

Knowledge: Understanding what is believed Assent: Acknowledging the truth of what is Appropriation: Applying the truth to one's life.

Question 51

According to 1 John 2:3-5 what is the true test for the 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, not by dead works

Question 54

Does Paul say we should be against works?

Answer 54

No

Question 55

James says we are saved by what?

Answer 55

Living faith

Question 56

Does James say we earn salvation 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

It is an act of faith

Question 59

How does faith relate to the Holy Ghost?

Answer 59

It brings baptism and the Spirit

Question 60

Are repentance and baptism works by which we earn salvation?

Answer 60

No

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 because even devils believe

Question 63

Define saving grace.

Answer 63

Taking by obedient faith what has been offered