The Nature Of God Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the nature of God in Christianity?
God is often described as omnipotent and omnibenevolent
Omnipotent means all-powerful, while omnibenevolent means all-loving.
What does omnipotent mean?
All-powerful, almighty, and unlimited nature of God.
What does omnibenevolent mean?
The state of being all-loving and infinitely good.
What is the Trinity in Christianity?
The three persons of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
According to Christians, how is God’s love demonstrated?
By sending Jesus to earth for eternal life (John 3:16).
What does the Bible say about God’s omnipotence?
God is all-powerful and in control of nature, reflected in creation and the plagues.
What is said about God’s compassion in Psalm 86:15?
God is compassionate and slow to anger.
What philosophical question does Epicurus raise about God’s nature?
Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent. Is he able but not willing? Then he is malevolent
What does Job’s story illustrate about suffering and God’s omnipotence?
Job admits that God can do all things and no plan can be de-railed.
True or False: Christians believe there are many gods.
False
Christians believe there is only one true God.
Fill in the blank: Christians believe Jesus is _______.
God in human form; the incarnation.
What is a key belief regarding sin and suffering in Christianity?
There is sin and evil in the world, and suffering results from sin.
What is the significance of sacred texts in Christianity?
They provide wisdom and support for beliefs and practices.
How do many Christians view suffering in relation to God?
God shares in people’s sufferings.
What is the expected outcome for many Christians because of their faith in Jesus?
They expect to go to heaven.
What is a quote to show God’s omnipotence?
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the Earth”
What is a quote to show God’s omnibenevolence?
“God so loved the world he sent his only son so that people could have eternal life”
