Parables/ Romans 8 And Romans Outline

Question 1

Write out Philippians 4:13 (also known as the 10-finger prayer)

Answer 1

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me

Question 2

Why does the start of Chapter 8 conclude that “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”?

Answer 2

Because through the gift of the Holy Spirit we are now able to use it to connect with Jesus and defeat sin (we would have been condemned if we were able to defeat sin on our own without the death & resurrection and subsequent power of the Holy Spirit)

Question 3

Why is life by the Spirit described as being “set free”?

Answer 3

Set free from being slaves to the power of sin

Question 4

Humans who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what?

Answer 4

gratifying the desires of our selfish viewpoint

Question 5

Humans who live according to the Spirit have their minds set on what?

Answer 5

pursuing what God has for our lives

Question 6

Why is Romans 8:8 a factual statement “those controlled by the sinful nature cannot please God”?

Answer 6

because if you are focused on yourself, you cannot see the bigger plan God has for the moments of your life

Question 7

What is the obligation in Romans 8:12 “Therefore, brothers, we have an obligation…”

Answer 7

We have the responsibility to identify our gifts, then sharpen those gifts, and then use those gifts for the needs of the age

Question 8

Why does Romans 8:15 state that living by the sinful nature will result in having a “spirit of fear”?

Answer 8

We will be in constant competition/comparison with ourselves and others which results in “fear” of not measuring up or being knocked down

Question 9

Why does Romans 8:17 describe us as “co-heirs” with Jesus?

Answer 9

As children of God, we are brothers and sisters of God’s Son – Jesus Christ

Question 10

What is the significance of Romans 8:18 “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us”?

Answer 10

With eyes on eternity, any given struggle or problem isn’t worth
worrying or complaining about

Question 11

How does the Spirit help us in our weakness, especially in prayer?

Answer 11

The Holy Spirit provides us words, strength, understanding, etc. when we are unable to understand and/or express what we are going through in our own words

Question 12

Explain why we are placing our hope in the glory of God?

Answer 12

Because no matter what the circumstances may be, we have faith that God knows the way – which gives us HOPE that no matter what, all we need to do is seek Him and allow His wisdom to work through us.

Question 13

What does it mean to be “more than a conqueror”?

Answer 13

In Christ, we have ALREADY conquered ALL situations, not only the ones we see ourselves in, but the ones we don’t even know we are going to encounter

Question 14

List the 13 Parables found in Matthew

Answer 14

i. Parable of the Sower
ii. Parable of the Tenants
iii.Parable of the Lost Sheep
iv. Parable of the Unmerciful Servant
v. Parable of the Two Sons
vi. Parable of the Hidden Treasure/Pearl
vii. Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard
viii. Parable of the Net
ix. Parable of the Weeds
x. Parable of the Wedding Banquet
xi. Parable of the Ten Virgins
xii. Parable of the Mustard Seed/Yeast
xiii. Parable of the Talents

Question 15

What did Jesus’ tell his disciples when they asked him why he taught in parables?

Answer 15

That they contained the knowledge of the secrets of Heaven

Question 16

On how we receive the word of God?

Answer 16

Parable of the Sower

Question 17

In the parable on receiving the Word, what are the four ways in we receive the Word?

Answer 17

Taken immediately away because we are hard-headed
Has no root so the first problem makes it go away
Grows side-by-side with I-centered eventually choking it
Received with an open heart / mind & word flourishes

Question 18

That we are caretakers and not owners of our lives God has provided for us.

Answer 18

Parable of the Tenants

Question 19

That we are valuable to God and He seeks after us.

Answer 19

Parable of the Lost Sheep

Question 20

That we have been forgiven by God and are therefore called to forgive others

Answer 20

Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

Question 21

That actions speak louder than words in showing who really will repent of selfishness and live by faith

Answer 21

Parable of the Two Sons

Question 22

The recognition of the incredible value of knowing and applying God’s wisdom, rather than spending our time and talents in other selfish pursuits

Answer 22

Parable of the Hidden Treasure/Pearl

Question 23

That God will accept all people into Heaven equally the moment they repent, whether it’s at the beginning, middle, or end of their lives

Answer 23

Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

Question 24

Where the angels are described as gathering all of humanity and separating the wicked from the righteous

Answer 24

Parable of the Net (have you understood this? Teach then)

Question 25

That upon Christ’s return, those who live in Christ will shine, while those who love evil will be exposed and suffer eternal separation from God

Answer 25

Parable of the Weeds (weeds are able to grow use irrevocable talents and abilities)

Question 26

That despite all being given the opportunity to partake in the glory of life, many would rather choose the comfort of remaining in the limited conditions they are in.

Answer 26

Parable of the Wedding Banquet

Question 27

Wisdom of living in a manner where one is able to meet the daily call of loving God and loving others while eagerly anticipating living in eternity with God

Answer 27

Parable of the Ten Virgins

Question 28

The amazing truth about how just a little bit of faith can produce wonders due to the power of God

Answer 28

Parable of the Mustard Seed/Yeast

Question 29

On the clear consequences of choosing to develop or waste the opportunities we’ve been given

Answer 29

Parable of the Talents

Question 30

In between which two parables did Jesus teach the lesson on relationship reconciliation in Matthew 18?

Answer 30

Parable of Lost Sheep & Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

Question 31

What are the three (3) steps of relationship reconciliation described in Matthew 18?

Answer 31

Go to the other to restore the relationship Bring one with you that the other respects to restore the relationship Bring the conflict before the church (authority) to restore the relationship

Question 32

List the 13 Parables found in Luke

Answer 32

i. The Old & New Garment ii. The Blind leading The Blind iii. Good Samaritan iv. The Rich Fool v. The Fig Tree vi. The Guests at a Wedding Feast vii. The Lost Son viii. The Shrewd Manager ix. The Rich Man and Lazarus x. The Persistent Widow xi. The Pharisee and the Tax Collector xii. The Little Children xiii. The Rich Ruler

Question 33

That new means “new”..... focus on what each new day has for us, instead of seeing the present through the perspective of past glory or failure

Answer 33

The Old & New Garment

Question 34

Remain humble and see the consequences of selfishness in your life, before judging others on focusing on their “need” to change what they’re doing

Answer 34

The Blind leading The Blind

Question 35

Our responsibility to others (especially when we don’t “have to”)

Answer 35

Good Samaritan

Question 36

Our responsibility to provide for needs of others with our abundance, rather than storing it away for our own use

Answer 36

The Rich Fool

Question 37

God is patient with us, we are to be patient with others

Answer 37

The Fig Tree

Question 38

Humility allows you to recognize your place (co-operate, don’t compete with others)

Answer 38

The Guests at a Wedding Feast

Question 39

Celebration is Daily when we’re alive (a party to recognize new life)

Answer 39

The Lost Son

Question 40

A win-win type of mentality

Answer 40

The Shrewd Manager

Question 41

God’s eternal provision despite the stubbornness of man

Answer 41

The Rich Man and Lazarus

Question 42

Faith is persistent effort without (even contrary to) evidence

Answer 42

The Persistent Widow

Question 43

Humility is the beginning of all understanding

Answer 43

The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Question 44

The innocent faith (without doubt) of a child (keep this throughout life)

Answer 44

The Little Children

Question 45

It’s hard to give up comfort in order to commit to serving the needs of the age

Answer 45

The Rich Ruler

Question 46

God's __________ A. This is the ___________ of the _________ of humans i. His ________ __________ is easily seen is the wonders of the world ii. His ________ __________ is plain to see - His truth stands the test of time ______ transitional growth point

Answer 46

``` Wrath Consequence Arrogance Divine power Eternal power 7 ```

Question 47

The result is human _________ (Choosing not to retain the knowledge of God) A. Caused by exchanging ________ for ______ B. Humans _________ the things they have created rather then the ________ _________ transitional growth point

Answer 47

``` Depravity Truth Lies Worship Creator 5 ```

Question 48

God's ________ _________ A. Is that God __________ B. Therefore, God wants us to _______ C. God reminds us that __________ is for all D. Humans have the opportunity to _________ and accept ________ _______ _________ transitional growth point

Answer 48

``` Righteous judgment Forgives Forgives Eternity Repent Jesus Christ 1 ```

Question 49

Humans become ________ of their ______ through God's ______ A. Through our ______, which is a reminder from the _____ ____________, we recognize when we don't follow the law i. Now we understand that ______ is actually bad - we don't want to do it B. By our __________ through _______ i. We now believe that the _______ is good - we begin to live in faith, trusting God ________ transitional growth point

Answer 49

``` Aware Sin Law Sin Old Testament Sin Justification Faith Law 6 ```

Question 50

As a result, humans experience ________ and ________ A. Because they are __________ to their ___________ i. Humans find _______ in the moment because they have _____ ii. They make the choice to stay ____________ due to their ________ in God's promises 1. By ___________ (which is striving through tough times) 2. They develop _________ (which is maturity) 3. Which leads to _______ (an excitement of what good is to come) ________ transitional growth point

Answer 50

``` Joy Peace Reconciled Creator Joy Hope Uncomfortable Faith Perseverance Character Hope 4 ```

Question 51

Humans purposely place themselves in ________ where they try to do ________ work A. They became slaves to _______________ rather than slaves to _____ B. They show their love for God by developing their _______ C. And they show their love for others by using their ________ to do ______ work ________ transitional growth point

Answer 51

``` Situations God's Righteousness Sin Talents Talents God's 2 ```

Question 52

Humans become aware of their ________ with ________ A. They realize that they are _________ to do what they _______ to do i. They want to do ______ but end up sinning which causes frustration and confusion ii. Therefore, humans become aware that sin ________ lives in them iii. That ask Jesus for the gift of the ________ _______ _________ transitional growth point

Answer 52

``` Struggle Sin Unable Want Good Sin Holy Spirit 3 ```

Question 53

At which point in the outline do humans often spin off into a subculture in order to live for themselves ?

Answer 53

Point 2

Question 54

At which point in the outlines is there a collision between you and reality; similar to violating the law of gravity as described in class ?

Answer 54

Point 1

Question 55

At which point in the outline is the Lord's Prayer a continual reminder of God's provision for our lives ?

Answer 55

Point 3 and 7

Question 56

At which point in the outline does out testimony begin to grow ?

Answer 56

Point 4

Question 57

At which point in the outline does an individual choose Instant Gratification ?

Answer 57

Point 2

Question 58

At which point in the outline does an individual follow the co-operation model ?

Answer 58

Point 5 and 6

Question 59

At which point in the outline does an individual choose God-centered philosophy am I-centered philosophy ?

Answer 59

Point 5 and 6

Question 60

At which point in the outline does an individual choose to stay uncomfortable ?

Answer 60

Point 5 and 6

Question 61

At which point in the outline does an individual choose Delayed Gratification ?

Answer 61

Point 5

Question 62

At which point in the outline do you currently find yourself in ?

Answer 62

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